Behringer Working on FPGA Based Elka Synthex Clone

Note the top pic appears to be the development environment while the bottom two are of a vintage Synthex. According to Behringer their Synthex is a couple years out:

"Recreating the Magic of the Elka Synthex

The Elka Synthex, a synthesizer from the early 1980s, is cherished for its rich, warm sound and unique character. Musicians like Jean-Michel Jarre and Duran Duran have used it to create iconic tracks, solidifying its place in music history. Designed by Mario Maggi and produced by the Italian company Elka, the Synthex has a storied past.

At Behringer, we're working to revive the Elka Synthex with a dedicated team of top-notch R&D engineers in Italy, where the original was created. Using advanced Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs), we're able to replicate the original circuitry and signal paths, capturing the essence of its distinctive sound.

The Role of FPGA’s

FPGAs help us recreate the immensely complex inner workings of the Synthex, ensuring we maintain its unique tonal qualities while improving reliability and performance. The two large chips in the center of the main board are Xylinx FPGA’s.

Honoring a Classic

Our goal is to make the classic sound of the Elka Synthex available to today’s musicians, combining its vintage appeal with modern technology. This passion project aims to respect the legacy of the Synthex while providing the enhancements needed for contemporary use.

Bringing back the Synthex

Stay tuned as we work to bring the Elka Synthex back to life, celebrating its history and sound with the same passion and innovation that marked its original creation.

This 'labor of love' project will take a few years, but it’ll be worth the wait as the Synthex is one of the most iconic synthesizers of all times. Send some love to Matteo and his R&D team."

960 Sequencer Advanced Techniques #2

video upload by O.Z. Hall

Part 1 here

"This is the second video on advanced techniques with the 960 Sequential Controller. We'll be using the Behringer System 55 with two 960 model sequencers in Eurorack format.

We'll highlight some features of the 960 sequencers, as well as a limitation of the Step Gate Input and Output jacks. We'll also begin to explore how to implement Rests on the 960.

TIMECODE
0:00 - Intro
0:24 - 960 Features and
2:04 - Limitation on Step Gate Input/Output patching
2:44 - Technique 1 - Fix for Step Gate Input/Output patching Limitation
4:37 - Technique 2 - Create a Rest
5:33 - Use Row 3 as Velocity Control
9:18 - Gater Effect using Velocity
10:32 - Conclusion"

Behringer Working on PRO-16 - 16 Voice Prophet-5

via Behringer

"Designing the PRO-16: The 16-Voice Revolution

We are excited to share an update and achievement with you: the recreation of the iconic Prophet 5, but with a twist – our version boasts 16 voices and many new features that push the boundaries of what's possible in a synthesizer.

Recreating this synthesizer was no small feat. The engineering work involved is extraordinarily complex, requiring meticulous attention to detail and precision. Our team of engineers had to navigate the intricacies of integrating thousands of components to stay true to the original sound while adding modern capabilities.

One of the most challenging aspects of this project was the development of an 8-layer printed circuit board (PCB). For those unfamiliar, a PCB is essentially the backbone of any electronic device, housing all the components and ensuring they work together seamlessly. An 8-layer board means there are eight layers of circuitry stacked within a single board, allowing us to pack more functionality into a compact space. This complexity is necessary to manage the increased number of voices and new features while maintaining signal integrity and reducing noise.

The result is a synthesizer that not only honors the legacy of the original, but also enhances it with 16 voices, offering unparalleled polyphony and richness. This modern version includes:

- Multi-mode filters. Providing a wide range of tonal possibilities.

- 8-mode atrophy settings: Allowing for extensive modulation and sound-shaping capabilities.

- Poly aftertouch key bed: Delivering expressive and dynamic playability, making it a dream to play.

These advanced features make the new PRO-16 a powerhouse for today’s musicians, blending the classic sound with cutting-edge technology.

We are incredibly proud of this achievement and can't wait for you to experience the new PRO-16."

Behringer Model15 vs Moog Grandmother

video upload by Starsky Carr

"Does the Behringer Model 15 sound like the Moog Grandmother.. watch and see :)

The Model 15 is yet another Eurorack format clone/reproduction - this time of one of Moog's current line-up. It's up for preorder on a number of sites."

0:00 Intro Demo Track
3:06 Overview
5:18 Oscillators
9:27 Sync
15:13 Filter
20:04 LFO/Modulation
21:50 Envelopes
24:10 Some More Tones
26:12 Thoughts

Deckard's Dream and Ring Mod

video upload by Mostly Synths and Keyboards (Logan)

"Some clips of my Deckard's Dream synth using 4 different ring mods (Rachael, Moog MF-102, Behringer 2600, and Melda Production M Ring Mod). My favorite overall is the Moog but the Rachael is better suited to this since it has a built-in envelope.

I tried to use some performance aspects to modulate the ring mod such as velocity, mod wheel, aftertouch, and pedals. This is an area I'd like to explore further. It's a challenge to get ring mod to sound good past the AM settings but I tried a few different things here."

Behringer MS-5 vs Roland SH-5! A deeper Comparison.

video upload by Knobs & Switches

"Here is my comparison Video about the Original Roland SH-5 vs the Behringer MS-5. Did Behringer the Job? Find out and have fun. The Intro and Outro Song is only made with the SH-5 and the MS-5"

DJ Rik LIVE 606 Day Acid Set Behringer RD-6 MS-1 Moog Slim Phatty Analog Synthesizer

video upload by Rik Marston Official

"*Watch in HD!* *NO Talking!* *Turn it up!*
My Etsy store: AhnyxianSoundDesign
https://www.etsy.com/shop/AhnyxianSou..."

Behringer JT-4000 Micro - True Trance Sounds V1

video upload by NatLife Sounds

"Buy Product: https://natlifesounds.com/product/tru...

True Trance Sounds V1 for Behringer JT-4000 Micro is a new product buy NatLife. In this soundbank you will get the maximum possible that can be squeezed out of this little JT monster for Trance music.

There are only 32 presets but you will find benefits in each of them.

Powerful Leads, beautiful Pads, drawn-out Bass lines and unusual Synth harmonies will immerse you in the small world of Trance on Behringer JT-4000 Micro.

Each sound in this soundpack uses the maximum capabilities of the synthesizer with Firmware version 1.1.5.

Soundset contains:

32 Presets & Patches

In our demo version you can listen to how beautiful our sounds sound using standard workstation effects:

Soundbank also comes with a detailed instructions for installing and saving patches."

Movements For The Great Visionary (extrait & making of TERPSICHORE) #tangerinedream #berlinschool

video upload by KurtzMindfields

"New final album in tribute to the 50th anniversary of the release of Phaedra / tangerine Dream and Edgar Froese (1944-2015), who would have turned 80 today.

https://kurtzmindfields.bandcamp.com/...

PERPSICHORE was 90% recorded with my analog synthesizers. This will be my last project for the Berlin School period from 1974 to 1979 for a while, in order to explore more of the following period.

Kurtz Mindfields set up: SynthR4 with sequencer and arpeggiator, NRsynth Moog 55 & Retro One, Hansy Mister M, ARP Pro-Soloist, S.E.1 Electronics, Behringer P800, Roland A90ex, Waldorf Zarembourg, Mellotron M400, Oberheim OB3 organ, Elka 490 Strings, Rhodes MKI, Arturia Mellotron V & Korg Electribe2, Reverbs & pedalboard (Flangers, Phaser, Echo, Chorus, ...) & EMS SynthiA"

Behringer Introduces the SYNCUSSION SY-1 for $199

video upload by Behringer

"One of the hidden gems of the Techno world comes to Eurorack, introducing the SYNCUSSION SY-1. An all analog drum & percussion synth that is capable of a wide range of analog drums, basses, percussive elements and hole host of weird and wonderful tones.

00:00 Syncussion Intro Song
00:49 Introducing
01:06 History of the Syncussion
02:33 Controls Demo
04:40 Demo Jam 1
05:44 Oscillators Demo
06:42 Demo Jam 2

Music & Video created by Patrick (PatchDog) exclusively with the SYNCUSSION SY-1."

"Experience the legendary sound and feel of a classic analog percussion synth with the Behringer SYNCUSSION SY-1. This historic equipment allows you to create a wide range of percussive sounds and effects, from deep kicks and snappy snares to metallic clangs and sci-fi zaps.

List Price: $199"

Bheringer Shares Their Enigma - Buchla Music Easel Prototype

via Behringer "We're excited to share our latest Enigma prototype as we get closer to the final product. It's a very complex design, particularly with the addition of total patch memory. We hope you enjoy the vibrant colors! 🙂"

Behringer Introduces UB-1 Micro

via Behringer
"Here is the little brother of the UB-Xa. Same sound and analog circuitry and with full MIDI. We’re targeting 49 USD.

What do you think?"

I think it used to be the UB-1 Spirit

ESK - Akai MPC X Delay Looping

video upload by Metunar

"Looping session with an Erica Synths Bullfrog, Mutable Instruments Ambika, Behringer VC-340, Guitar and an Akai MPC X Sampler.

Every Instrument had his Delay Line in the MPC X for Looping. If you keep the Tempo above 120 BPM you can use Delays which are 2 Bars long.
With mastering.

http://www.metunar.ch"

Kloob - Intricate Descent

video upload by - Kloob -

"Third jam with Roland T-8.

Sound sources are the following:

1.- Dark Pad 01: OsTIrus.
2.- Dark Pad 02: OsTIrus,
3.- Dark Pad 03: Modal Argon8x.
4.- Drums: Roland T-8.
5.- Bassline: Behringer Neutron.
6.- 2nd bass: Roland T8.
7.- Reverse FX: own sound library.

FX: Valhalla Supermassive and Ableton Filter Delay

Thanks for support my music!

Cheers,
Dani
Kloob.bandcamp.com"

Sonicware LIVEN Texture Lab - "Cinematica" 40 Presets

video upload by LFOstore

"We are proudly presenting wrolds first soundset for Japanese hit - Texture Lab!

Buy: https://lfostore.sellfy.store/p/sonic...

This very affordable sampler/synthesizer/fx processor having wide range of possibilities & very inspirative flow imidietly became a pearl for synth enthusiasts.

We made 40 organic presets & sequences with patchlist & full instructions for loading.

Due its midi core techonlogy - uploading patterns & samples are veeeeery slow.
In fact - it is transmitting wav format into sysex which is like a magic!

So be patient with this instrument & you will be rewarded with its trully organic & magical sound!

"Cinematica" soundset contains full set of samples (32) - factory ones are not rewrited - they are there.
Also factory patterns are also there.

We made great sampleset recorded from vintage FM synths from our collection.

Massive Strings
Endless Organic Pads
Granular Poly's
Keys & Plucks
Sequences & Arps
Textures & Drones

All in cinematic spirit in mind.

By Nick Klimenko aka Chronos, a creator of “Organica” for Waldorf Blofeld & “WS Universe” for Korg Wavestation & Anton Sacral Reason author of series of presets for Korg Wavestate and all the synths from the Behringer.

Fire up your Texture Lab synthesizer & explore new creative generative patterns with our soundset.

Enjoy and may music be with you!"

Warning this is NOT a behringer UBXa ...This is a REAL Oberheim Xpander

video upload by HanzVolt

follow-up to This Is Not the Behringer UBXa !!!

"What this IS, Is a synth nerd video... Checking out the multimode filter and some basic modulation of the Filter Cutoff with one of the 5 LFOs

05:12 Assigning the LFO"

Demo of the interface.

This Is Not the Behringer UBXa !!!

video upload by HanzVolt

"Warning this is a real Oberheim... behringer UBXa owners beware... hearing a real Oberheim may lead to spontaneous synth tossing (out of the window)"

System 55 - Sequencer as Waveshaper

video upload by O.Z. Hall

"This video looks at using a sequencer, running at audio rates, as a waveshaper. Some sequencers, like the MOOG 960 have a voltage controlled oscillator for a clock. A keyboard control voltage (or another sequencer) can be used to control the clock. Other sequencers require an external VCO to clock them with a reliable pitch control."

TIMECODE
0:00 - Intro
1:30 - The Double Deka Ultrasonic VCO
4:40 - The Q960 Sequencer from Synthesizers.com
5:57 - The KLEE Sequencer
7:44 - The Behringer 960 Sequencer
10:47 - Conclusion and closing jam

AM1004P Osc Mixer - Expand your Behringer 1004 VCO

video upload by AMSynths

"AMSynths takes the B1004 to new soundscapes, with five individual waveforms AND a waveform mixer in just 8HP. A simple DIY installation and you have the most powerful VCO that ARP invented!"

Curious if this is the first add on to a Behringer product and the first manufacturer to to so. If you know of any others feel free to comment.

Behringer Neutron / Analogue Solutions Impulse Command / Altair 231

video upload by HanzVolt