Arturia PolyBrute Noirchat_bubble_outlineFrom real comments

The Noir's blacked-out, wood-accented design splits opinion sharply. Many commenters call the dark wood finish and toned-down teal/orange accents elegant and beautiful, blending retro 70s-80s style with a modern black panel. However, several longtime PolyBrute owners say they actually prefer the original brighter color scheme and colored knobs, finding the Noir's burnt orange labels nearly invisible without close inspection, and one explicitly wished for the original color scheme back.

Build quality concerns center on the rubber buttons and knob durability. At least one commenter worries the rubber buttons feel like a cheap MIDI controller rather than a premium instrument, undercutting confidence in long-term durability. Another asks whether the knobs still get sticky and require alcohol cleaning after years of use, suggesting this is a known issue carried over from the standard edition that buyers should factor in before purchasing.

Price and software support are recurring frustrations for the Noir edition. Commenters joke that paying extra for essentially a paint job feels steep, with one specifically questioning the added cost over the standard model and another noting the wood version is more expensive despite not preferring the look. Separately, a user is frustrated that PolyBrute Connect still lacks native Apple Silicon support, forcing Rosetta use despite repeated support requests.