New Behringer RD-808 & RD-909 Knobcon Videos

Behringer RD-909 (Roland TR-909 Clone) Sneak Preview

Published on Sep 10, 2018

Update: looks like the RD-808 video was pulled. Moved it below in case it comes back.

"At Knobcon 2018, we talked with Behringer about their upcoming RD-909 drum machine, an updated clone of the classic Roland TR-909.

Behringer was showing their initial 3D-printed model for the RD-909, which is used in the process of validating their design choices, and for testing out the 'feel' of the box. It has circuit boards in it - but they were not demoing it because the circuity and firmware are are still early in development.

Behringer was showing the RD-909 to get feedback on their initial design."

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Behringer Introduces the RD-808 on 808 Day and Some Beer

Published on Aug 8, 2018

"A member of our development team in Manchester jams on a first revision of the RD-808 to celebrate 808 day.

Raw unprocessed audio captured at 44.1kHz"

I wonder if the final version will be squishy. Note the "see you 9/9" at the end. Looks like an RD-909 TR-909 clone is coming.

So.. Why not the BR-808? That would be beer form The Origin Workshop!

The Origin Workshop BR 808

Published on Aug 7, 2018 Origin Workshop

"An American IPA with a Japanese Kick!

https://www.br-808.com

Brewed by:

Melvin Brewing (US) - https://melvinbrewing.com
DevilCraft (JPN) - http://en.devilcraft.jp
Mondo Brewing (UK) - http://www.mondobrewingcompany.com

BR-ヤオヤ available in the UK, brewed by Mondo Brewing Company."

Behringer RD-808 Demo at KnobCon 2018

Published on Sep 9, 2018 Marshal Arnold

"Behringer RD-808 Demo at KnobCon 2018

At KnobCon I stopped by the Behringer booth and had a look at nd listen to the Rhythm Designer 808. A drum machine based on the classic Roland TR-808."

RD-808 here.

Behringer Introduces the RD-8 MKII

video upload by Behringer

"In our constant pursuit for perfection and authenticity, we proudly introduce the new RD-8 MKII, the most authentic analog recreation ever produced.

This drum machine has been re-designed from the ground up with carefully selected components and circuitry, which have dramatically improved the sound of the voices as well as noise and phase response across both the main and individual outputs.

Most importantly, our engineers - together with our Coolaudio semiconductor sister company - successfully recreated the 40-year-old BA662 chip, which is instrumental for the authentic voices of this instrument.

We’re proud to deliver the most authentic and accurate analog drum machine recreation ever produced.

We Hear You.

List Price: $329 (in stock and immediately shipping from our factory)"

Behringer RD-8 MkII Review by Honeysmack
video upload by Honeysmack

"He is my first review of the new RD-8 MkII.

This video is not a tutorial or a detailed feature run through. As a live Acid Techno improvisor and performer for almost 30 years, I wanted to go through some features I loved and how the RD-8 MKII builds on the spirit of the TR-808 with some nice new sound enhancements and sequencer/performance features. Behringer have said they redesigned some of the key components in an effort to get an authentic 808 sound. The firmware has also been revised.

00:00 RD-8 MKII vs TR-808 sound comparison
00:35 Intro
02:00 Me with hair as a techno raver
02:37 Why Behringer are doing good things!
03:01 How does it compare to the original?
04:24 Sound enhancements overview
04:34 Bass drum
05:04 Open hihat
05:34 Hand clap
05:56 Wave designer
06:48 Dual-mode filter
08:00 Turn your bass drum into a synth
08:57 Sequencer/performance functions overview
09:49 Poly mode
11:14 Step repeat
11:33 Note repeat
12:00 Randomization
12:39 Probability
13:23 Flam
13:51 Conclusion
14:37 RD-8 MK II outro jam

All audio was recorded without any pre/post processing whatsoever, all audio is coming directly out of an old Mackie 24•8 mixer with no EQ. What you are hearing is as raw as possible, with no embellishments.

We all know the 808 sound and it’s hard to not to know it these days as this legendary drum machine has informed a variety of electronic dance music genres from Hip Hop to pop music. Owning an original TR-808 is a rarity these days, I purchased mine over 20 years ago at time before prices went crazy. These days owning vintage drum machines and synths are the fare of privileged people, like old men with ponytails collecting vintage guitars. The RD-8MkII is great riff on the original. The new additions such as filter, wave designer, tuning on the kick, clap offset and the added sequencer features make a great drum machine. I applaud Behringer for producing an affordable, like-for-like clone. This gives more people access and it can only promote more music making! Hope this video provides some insight into this new machine.

Disclaimer: I was a beta-tester on the RD-8 MkII although I do not work for Behringer and they have nothing to do with the making of this video."

Behringer RD-808 prototype - Superbooth 2018

Published on May 5, 2018 Sound On Sound magazine

"Features Editor Sam Inglis talks to Pete Sadler of Behringer about the upcoming RD-808, a recreation of the iconic Roland TR-808 drum machine."

Behringer RD-808

Behringer RD-8: Classic Patterns & Beats

Published on Sep 1, 2019 benanderson89 & BEHRINGER

These spotted and sent in via Soviet Space Child. Note the first three videos are by benanderson89, and the rest by BEHRINGER. You can use the player controls to skip around.

Playlist:

1. Behringer RD-8, Deep Mind 12, Casio CZ-1: Electro improv

Improvised electro clip using a Behringer RD-8, Behringer Deep Mind 12 and Casio CZ-1

1:07 to hear the drums soloed from the rest of the mix.

2. Behringer RD-8: Classic Patterns

Unprocessed MP3s: https://1drv.ms/u/s!AgdyCglJtL5fga50U...

Three classic 808 patterns redone using the RD-8. Reverb, EQ and compression used.

3. Behringer RD-8: Classic Patterns 2

Four more classic TR-808 patterns recreated on the Behringer RD-8. After a few more days with the machine I've gotten a better understanding of how it works, and I can get it so close to an original machine that Gear Slutz forums have started splitting hairs.

Egypt, Egypt uses the cowbell trigger out for the "click" sound.
Hanging on a string has a full effects and mastering chain.
Voodoo Ray and Planet Rock are captured raw from the RD-8.

4. Classic Beats RD-8 Episode1 - BEHRINGER
5. Classic Beats RD-8 episode 2 - BEHRINGER

Featuring Loose Ends - Hanging On A String (1984)

Recorded with RD-8, Xenyx 2442, FX 2000, Klark Teknik 1176-KT

6. RD-8 Tips Part 1: Step & Note Repeat - BEHRINGER
7. RD-8 Tips Part 2: Pattern Chaining - BEHRINGER

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Behringer#FCC_dispute

Official Introduction Video for the Behringer Rhythm Designer RD-808

Published on Jan 23, 2019 BEHRINGER

"Introducing our first analog drum machine the Rhythm Designer RD-808."

Behringer RD-808

BEHRINGER RD-808 // INTRODUCTION EXPLANATION

Published on May 6, 2018 LESINDES

"This is a demo + explanation of the BEHRINGER RD-808 all analog drum machine prototype. Since it has been a very early prototype with hand written lables I was not allowed to record the line out directly since the unit wasn't ready for a proper sound demo. A pity. But we can hear here something about the features the machine will have and also a rough idea of its sonic impact."

More BEHRINGER RD-808 here.

New RD 808 ! Drum Machine "It Clicked With Me" (Room Audio) z14

Published on Jan 25, 2019 VJ FRANZ K

"This is a prototype of the Berhinger 808 (much talked about) that I got to try at Music Tribe, and they approved my filming it for you to see! I liked it overall.
This recording was the audio in the room (see my other videos with Direct Audio) so you can also hear the sound of the keys: The Step Sequencer buttons are "clicky" with a slightly soft action. The other buttons are standard rubber "groovebox" feel. The knobs have a solid feel, and are rubberized. The unit is metal and plastic with a medium weight. (Better than playing a drum machine that's too small! B - ) Yes, the 808 has those clicky RS sounds, which are one of my favorites."

New RD 808 ! Drum Machine - Testing Note Repeating (Direct Audio) z5

Superbooth 2018 - Behringer Made an 808 - Here It Is

Published on May 3, 2018 sonicstate

"Production prototype of the RD808 a full size, or near as, fully analog clone of the TR 808 drum machine."

Superbooth 2018: Behringer Rhythm Composer RD-808 (Prototype) Quick Look! | SYNTH ANATOMY

Published on May 3, 2018

"I had the chance to check out the prototype of the upcoming Behringer Rhythm Composer RD-808 analog drum machine."

Behringer RD-808 Drum Machine (808 Clone) At Knobcon 2018

Published on Sep 9, 2018 Synthtopia

"At Knobcon 2018, we talked with Behringer about their new RD-808 drum machine, an updated clone of the classic Roland TR-808.

The video features a preview and audio demos of their first 'tool-made' sample - the first prototype made with using the production materials and techniques."

Behringer RD-808 Drum Machine (Roland TR-808 Clone) Hands-On Demo

Published on Jan 24, 2019 Synthtopia

"At a pre-NAMM event in LA, Behringer officially introduced the RD-808 drum machine.

Here's a quick overview and demo from Matt Baxley." aka Moot Booxle.

Exploring the Behringer RD-808 Rhythm Designer - Feat. Moot Booxlé

Published on Jan 26, 2019 BEHRINGER

"Our friend Matt Baxley (aka Moot Booxle) made the trip to our Music Tribe Experience Center in Los Angeles CA to share his exceptional talents at our Pre-Namm event! A true consummate professional in every sense, he took some time to tell us what excites him most about our new RD-808 Rhythm Designer."

Flux Tests The RD 808 from Behringer

Published on Feb 4, 2019 Ken Flux Pierce Fluxwithit

"This is an EARLY Prototype of the new Behringer RD-808 in this video I just quickly run some classic drum loops whole showcasing how the Wave Designer Feature can add and subtract attack and sustain.
I also show the Filter and give you a bit of insight about how it rocks.
Please feel free to support by visiting Shop.Fluxwithit.com currently I have Sample packs as well as Maschine and MPC expansions up for sale."

Superbooth 2018 - Behringer Clones Pro-One, 808, ARP Odyssey & More

Published on May 7, 2018 Synthtopia

"At Superbooth 2018, Behringer was displaying a wide range of engineering prototypes of clones of classic electronic music gear.

We talked with Rob Belcham, Senior Principal Systems Engineer at Music Group, and got a quick overview of what Behringer had on display.

Many of the synths displayed are being developed by a team in China and are prototypes, so the UK-based engineers that we talked to were seeing them for the first time at Superbooth.

Belcham, however, is supervising the development of the RD-808, a clone of the classic Roland TR-808 drum machine, so he was able to give us a lot more insight into its design and development."

Superbooth 2018 - Behringer Pro-One Synthesizer

Published on May 7, 2018 Synthtopia

"At Superbooth 2018, Behringer was displaying a wide range of engineering prototypes of clones of classic electronic music gear.

We talked with Erik Steckmann - Music Tribe Engineer, Product Management - and he gave us an overview of the Behringer Pro-One, and some insight into its development.

Note: Steckmann said that the Pro-One, along with most of the other new gear on display, was an engineering prototype and that the device's sound, functionality, etc. could change.

An official introduction - with specs, release date, etc - is expected to come later this year."

Behringer RD-808 Demo @ Knobcon 2018 (high quality audio)

Published on Sep 8, 2018 gestelt

"The new Behringer RS-808 clone of the Roland TR-808"

Update: 2nd video added to the playlist above.

RS040 Novation Drum Station: T-RD 809?

video upload by rejected synths

"When Behringer finally managed to deliver the RD9 to stores, everyone seemed to be very much hyped about it and why wouldn‘t you be? It’s a bit like a budget car brand releasing everyone’s favorite vintage sports car at the price of, well … a budget car … only that the car looks, feels and performs pretty much like the real deal, if not better. So it’s pretty clear everyone is hyped a.f.

But what if I told you it has been done before? Sure, the Novations Drum Station isn’t ‘the real deal’ in terms of some of the functionality, like the sequencer, but it more than makes up for that shortcoming by squeezing both incredibly realistic (for the time) 808 AND 909 emulations into a very compact and very (midi) controllable 19’’ rack unit.

And while RD8 and RD9 are much cheaper than those old school legends, if you just want the sound and control-ability, why not save another 300 bucks (and a lot of shelf space)."

0:00 Intro
1:06 Introduction
2:49 Controls and Connectivity
3:51 808 Sounds
4:13 808 Demo Pattern
4:31 909 Sounds
4:46 909 Demo Pattern
5:12 Midi CC Goodness
5:36 Live Tweaking Demo
6:16 Demo Track
7:36 Conclusion
8:10 Outro

RS040.1 Novation Drum Station 'No Talking Edition'


"This is a shorter 'No Talking' edit of my video about the Novation Drum Station for those who prefer 'pure' demos without comments."

Tracklist:

0:00 Overview
0:08 808 Drum Sounds
0:26 808 Demo Pattern
0:44 909 Drum Sounds
0:58 909 Demo Pattern
1:24 Live Tweaking Demo
2:01 Demo Track (ft. Novation Bass Station)
3:05 Outro

Roland Announces New JUPITER-X Series

Published on Sep 5, 2019 RolandChannel

1499 Euros for the Xm, available soon. The Xm demo from sonicstate in the playlist sounds like my Jupiter-8. No four-voice limit like the Boutique series. Added XV-5080, & TR engines. This will be tempting.

Playlist:
Roland JUPITER-X Series Synthesizers: JUPITER-Xm and JUPITER-X - RolandChannel
ROLAND JUPITER-Xm - 4 Layers Performance by Gattobus
Roland Jupiter Xm | Roland 1909 Launches - sonicstate

"Since the release of the JUPITER-4 in 1978, the name JUPITER has marked the pinnacle of Roland sound and playability. With the new JUPITER-X series (available as 61-note JUPITER-X and 37-note portable JUPITER-Xm), classic Roland design and a powerful new sound engine combine to faithfully recreate sought-after instruments from our long history of genre-defining sounds—JUPITER-8, JUNO-106, SH-101, XV-5080, JX-8P, modern RD pianos, TR-808, TR-909, CR-78… and always expanding with more inspiring sounds.

Experience the next-generation arpeggiator, I-Arpeggio, that uses artificial intelligence to not only accompany you... but to inspire you. I-Arpeggio takes your input—notes, rhythms, phrases—and creates complementary drum parts, basslines, chords, and arpeggio lines, simultaneously.

Both the JUPITER-Xm and JUPITER-X feature metal construction for durability.

Both the JUPITER-Xm and JUPITER-X can "layer up to five parts, four for synths and one for drums. Its engine can power multiple authentic Roland classics like the JX-8P or JUPITER-8 with enough polyphony to create thick layers and complex backing parts. Create the perfect bass and lead split with an SH-101 and JUNO-106, layer a rich RD piano with lush JX-8P strings, or make a monster stack of JUPITER-8s."

Both the JUPITER-Xm and JUPITER-X are "equipped with our latest sound engine, capable of morphing into legendary synths from our long history of genre-defining sounds. It’s so flexible that it can reproduce our highly sought-after analog classics like the JUPITER-8, JUNO-106, and SH-101, as well as digital machines like the vintage XV-5080 and modern RD pianos. You also get the many Roland drum machines that are the foundation of electronic and dance music like the TR-808, TR-909, CR-78, and more. It’s like a studio full of vintage gear, with modern capabilities and a deep synth engine so you can explore unmapped sonic territory.

Both the JUPITER-Xm and JUPITER-X are "part of an expandable platform, so it can be updated with fresh new content as it becomes available. It can also directly share sounds and other contents with the highly-mobile JUPITER-Xm."

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RD-8MkII + TR-808 + TR-08 Improvised for 8:08 Minutes

video upload by Honeysmack

"What does a Behringer RD-8 MkII, Roland TR-808 and TR-08 sound like when performed together. What can you do with 3x 808s that you can't do with one? Maybe this video simply highlights that I may have a slight gear problem with the 808, but in a good way? Why do I have multiple 808s? I dunno I’m definitely that idiot!

All 3 drum machines are mixed via a Playdifferently Model1 mixer with effects from Eventide Space and Timefactor pedals. No other sound sources used (Octatrack and Analog Rytm used for sync purposes only, not as an audio source). All improvised in one experimental unrehearsed take.

Please follow me for more terrible jokes and improvised live Acid Techno:
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DRUM MACHINE Review and Buyers Guide Part 1

video upload by Noisegate

"Drum machines have come a long way in a relatively short period of time. If you think about the first fully programmable drum machines such as the Roland legendary TR-808, that was only a little over 40 years ago. Roland’s first MIDI drum machine, the House and Techno queen that is the TR-909 was manufactured in 1982. It’s nice to reminisce about the 1980s when drum machines became popular, although there’s been some modern classics during this millennium including the Elektron MachineDrum from 2001 and Dave Smith Tempest from 2011. Today there are a plethora of new drum machines all with amazing new features. Yes, many manufacturers these days politely provide a nod to the classics such as the 808, 909 and LinnDrum through to the modern classic in their designs. Here is our mega drum machine guide for the current drum machines that are being manufactured. This project became so big, that we had to split it into two parts, so here is part 1:

Check out the specs and the bits we love from each of these drum machines here: https://noisegate.com.au/drum-machine...

If you think that was mega, we’ve still got plenty more. We’ll be covering the Roland TR-8s, Korg Drumlogue, Erica Synths Perkons and more in part 2...!!

00:00 Intro from Dr. Honeysmack
01:13 Soma Pulsar23
05:07 Behringer RD-8 MkII
10:14 Behringer RD-9
14:58 Roland TR-6S
22:03 Elektron Syntakt
26:06 Korg Volca Beats
29:57 Korg Volca Drum
35:11 Arturia Drumbrute Impact
39:35 Behringer RD-6
40:51 Roland T-8
46:48 Outro and wait for PART 2!"