The Behringer EMS VCS3 was first mentioned in 2017. A patch point render was teased in 2019, followed by a protype in 2021 here and here. In 2022 Behringer announced the clone was nearing completion with 50 units in the works.
The lastest update from Behringer follows:
"We’d like to give you some exciting update about our VCS3.
In our previous update we shared our mechanical challenges with the pin matrix, which have now been resolved. We’re very pleased to report that it has passed a stringent 100,000 lifecycle test.
We’re now shipping units to our beta testers for final testing and comparison with the original synthesizer. Once passed, we will start manufacturing.
We know this synth has taken much longer than we thought, but we’re sure the wait is worth it.
Thanks for all your patience and support:-)"
I was pretty helpful to Uli Behringer at the beginning of this project, but I'm sure I won't be asked to be a Beat tester, but I'm happy the project is nearing completion.
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