Behringer MS-101 BEST Analog Mono Synth 2019 MS-1 SH-101 FM Synthesizer Rik Marston

Published on Oct 21, 2019 Rik Marston Official

#behringerms101 #rolandsh101 #analogsynthesizer
Behringer MS-101 "BEST Analog Mono Synth 2019"
Synthesizer Demo by Rik Marston
***Watch in HD!!*** ***Turn it UP!!*** ***No Talking!!!***

Behringer MS-101 "BEST Analog Mono Synth 2019"
My opinion of course! But for what has come out this
year the BEHRINGER MS-101 (MS-1) wins my vote!
For the "bang for the buck" value it checks every mark,
and the new additions make it so more powerful!
The build is SOLID. It feels good to play. A++++++++++
***Collector's ALERT!!!***
Get one with the MS-101 LOGO before they all sell out!
These will be worth a bit more money in the future!
More MS-101 video demos are on their way!!

Recorded into Ableton LIVE with NO FX! ;)

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10/21/2019

Behringer MS-101 Honest Review & Test SH-101 Analog FM Synthesizer Rik Marston

Published on Oct 14, 2019 Rik Marston Official

#behringerms101 #rolandsh101 #analogsynthesizer
"Behringer MS-101 Honest Review & Test"
Synthesizer Review & Demo by Rik Marston
***Watch in HD!!*** ***Turn it UP!!*** ***No Talking!!!***

Behringer MS-101 Honest Review & Test
This synthesizer ROCKS!!!!!! It really does!
Buy one because you need it, want it & it sounds PHAT!
This demo shows off some of the FM abilities, PWM, etc...
Great Job, Behringer! This synth really makes the cut,
and it's price will make you smile! It's a Roland SH-101+!!!!
More MS-101 video demos are on their way!!

Recorded into Ableton LIVE with Groove Delay FX! ;)

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10/14/2019

G-Storm Electro 101-VCO Version 2 Roland SH-101 Oscillator Adaptation

video upload by gstormelectro

"101-VCO Version 2 Roland SH-101 Oscillator Adaptation + RD-6 [Demo 1 No Talk]

Audio + Video by G-Storm Electro c. 2023

101-VCO has returned to the fold: the same great sound, simplified and improved tuning, and having all the individual outputs without need for an expander module. All in 12HP
Headphones or good monitors recommended.

Check my Reverb store for 101-VCO availability.
Oscillator | GSE 101-VCO
Filter | GSE JU60-VCF
VCA | GSE 2xVCA
LFO | Feedback LFO10
Output | Pittsburgh Outs
Drum Machine (off camera) | Behringer RD-6
Recorded direct, no other mastering or effects.

*MUSIC* https://gstormelectro.bandcamp.com/
*BLOG* https://gstormelectronica.blogspot.com/
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Note Reverb links are affiliate links. See the site's privacy policy for more info."

via G-Storm Electro's Reverb shop

"The 101-VCO has been re-tooled in 12HP! Version 2 continues its authentic realization of the Roland SH-101 Oscillator adapted to Eurorack: that lovely Sub-Octave Generator, that snowy Noise Generator, an integrated Mixer section to bring all the waves together.

Now in revision 2: Improved tuning stability using power rail voltage references. Simplified tuning via coarse/fine tune knobs. Individual waveform outputs without need for any expander module.

101-VCO expands the original SH-101 features to reveal more potential of the 3340 chip: Triangle wave and exponential FM. And 2 flavors of Linear FM: Lo Range to find those vibrato sweet spots, and Hi Range for full-on Linear FM madness. Expand the palette of original sounds using an external CV signal for Pulse Width Modulation that is summed against the initial Pulse Width amount. While the initial PW amount can go right up to the edge of vanishing, PWM can take the Width right down to 0% up to 100% for complete cancellation.

Great care was taken to keep the 101-VCO fully analog circuit as close to the original as possible. Featuring an Alfa AS3340 re-issue chip at the core of the design, surrounded by eight 20mm slide pot controls. With the conventional coarse/fine tuning knobs it will provide full audio range, whether using the v/oct input or not.

Every 101-VCO is meticulously hand-crafted in limited quantities, not mass-produced, and ready to rock your modular world. Includes 16-pin-to-10-pin power connector cable.

Coarse Tune Knob | Initial oscillator frequency

Fine Tune Knob | Initial oscillator frequency, +/-6 semitones range

FM Slider | Amount that an external signal will modulate the frequency

FM TYPE Switch | LO for vibrato, HI/EXP for more dramatic frequency modulation

PULSE WIDTH Slider | initial Pulse Width amount

PULSE WIDTH MODULATION Slider | The amount that an external signal will affect pulse width

SOURCE MIXER Sliders | Adjusts the amplitude amount of each waveform going to the MIX output

SUB-OCTAVE Switch | Select between -1 octave Square, -2 octave Squrare, -2 octave Narrow Pulse

V/Oct Jack | Pitch Initial Frequency input for connecting keyboard controllers or sequencers

FM Jack | Plug in external signals to modulate Pitch here, such as LFO or envelopes

PWM Jack | Plug in external signals to modulate the Pulse Width here, again LFOs are typical

Individual Waveform Output Jacks | These jacks always output their buffered, DC-coupled signals regardless of Source Mixer settings

Mix Output Jack | This is the combined waveform output of the Source Mixer

TUNE Trimmer (on the back) | Affects the initial oscillator frequency

SCALE Trimmer (on the back) | Affects the v/oct tracking of the oscillator"

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Behringer MS-101 LFO FM Space Odyssey Analog Synthesizer MS-1 Rik Marston

Published on Oct 15, 2019 Rik Marston Official

#behringerms101 #rolandsh101 #analogsynthesizer
"Behringer MS-101 LFO & FM Space Odyssey"
Synthesizer Review & Demo by Rik Marston
***Watch in HD!!*** ***Turn it UP!!*** ***No Talking!!!***

Behringer MS-101 LFO & FM Space Odyssey
Fantastic synthesizer for sound design & just plain fun!
This demo shows off some of the LFO + FM abilities etc...
Great Job, Behringer! This synth really makes the cut,
and it's price will make you smile! It's a Roland SH-101+!!!!
My video camera died after a few minutes so I added a little
psychedelic ride thru other dimensions (2019: a space odyssey)
More MS-101 video demos are on their way!!

Recorded into Ableton LIVE with no extra FX! ;)

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10/15/2019

Dark Grey Model Behringer MS-101 Demo (NO TALK) @ Superbooth 2018

Published on May 5, 2018 Bedroom Producers Blog

Note this one is in a dark grey case vs. the blue we've seen so far. Also not the lit pitch bend and mod stick.

"Demoing the Behringer MS-101 analog synthesizer prototype at Superbooth 2018. The demo was not rehearsed in advance so please bear with me. Behringer MS-101 is a forthcoming hardware clone of the Roland SH-101 synthesizer. This is a component-level clone, meaning that it should sound very close to the original."

Behringer MS-101

Vince Clarke Studio For Sale

LINK via Alex.
"Due to Relocation... Vince Clarke from Erasure is Auctioning over 160 items of Audio Equipment from his UK Studio. All have been regularily serviced. Most have documentation. Five items a day will be Auctioned starting from Wednesday 24th October.

Items that will be sold:
Gentle Electric Model 101 ---------Ear 822Q --------Drawmer DS201 Gate -------Drawmer DS201 Gate-------- DBX 166A Comp------- DBX 166A Comp----- Yamaha SPX90-------- Roland SDE3000A --------Eventide H3000-D/SE------ Bel Electronics BD-80-------- Lexicon PCM70-------- Bel Electronics BA40-------- Korg Stage Echo----- DeltaLab Effectron ADM1024------ Orban/Parasound 106CX------ Korg Signal Delay----- Roland Space Echo----Lexicon Primetime-------- Peavey Reverb -----Ear 823MQ------- Drawmer DL221---- Roland GS 6 --------Otari DTR-7-------- Aiwa XK007 Excelia------ Denon DCD 595----- Furman Sound RV-1------- Astorias Classical Accoustic GTR JM155------- Martin&co Steel String Accoustic---------- Yamaha NS-10 Pair--------- Yamaha NS-10 Pair------ Ear 509mkII Amplifier-------- Ear 509mkII Amplifier ----------Ear 549 Amplifier------ Ear 549 Amplifier------- Ear 549 Amplifier-------- Ear 549 Amplifier-------- Un-named Studio Control Speakers-------- SAE P50 Amplifier----- SAE P50 Amplifier------- NAD 3020A Amplifier------- Akai S1000------ Roland A110 Midi Display-------- Alesis DATA DISK-------- Dual 505-2 Turntable------- Revox 1/4 inch 2 Track Recorder --------David 9000 Speakers ---------Studer C37 Type828 2 Track Recorder----- Studer A80 24 Track Recorder ---------EMT 140 Plate Reverb ------UMI Computers x 8 with drive and memory cards-------- Optikenetics Solar 250 Light --------Speaker Stands 45cm High --------AS Filter Bank FB3----- EMO RackLight RK1-------- Sycologic AMI------- Sycologic M16x ---------Sycologic PSP------- FriendChip SRC-------- FriendChip SRC/AT ----------Ensoniq KMX-16 ---------DAC High Capacity Storage System------- Amek Mixing Console -------Groove Electronics MC-Lites Midi Box---------- JBL M553 Crossover --------Tascam DA-P1 DAT-------- Arun Oxley Pin Patch--------- Otari Radar 24 Track Hrd Drv Recorder Plus SCSCI Drive--------- Otari RE-8E Controller--------- Amek Mice Controller----- Studer A80 VU Remote Control----- Studer AutoLocator-------- Bantam Jack Patch 6 1U units of 96 inputs--------- A/DA GTR Flanger ----------ProCo GTR FX RAT------ DaneElectro Tuner---- Signex CPM22 MIDI Patch--------- Symetrix Headphone Amplifier SX204-------- Fairlight C.M.I--------- Erasure MIDI/Gate System --------Beckmann9020 Oscilloscope------ Roland PMA-5----------- Roland PMA-5------ Roland MC-4 Micro Composer---------- Roland MC-4 Micro Composer------- Roland MC-4 Micro Composer------- Roland MC-4 Micro Composer --------Roland MC-4 Micro Composer---- Roland MC-4 Micro Composer--------- Roland CV Interface 0P-8M ----Roland CV Interface 0P-8M -----Roland CV Interface 0P-8M---- Roland CV Interface 0P-8M ------Roland CV Interface 0P-8M-------- Roland Digital Cassette Recorder MTR100------- Roland Digital Cassette Recorder MTR100 --------Roland Digital Cassette Recorder MTR100 ------Roland SBX-80 Midi Sync Box ------Roland MC-300 Micro composer-------- Roland MC-500 MKII Micro Composer---Behringer Ultra X crossover---- BSS DPR522 Gate----AB 215 EQ--- Behringer ULtra Q Pro--- BSS FCS 926 Varicurve--- BSS FCS 926 Varicurve--- BSS FCS 920 Varicurve--- Klark Teknik DN514 Auto Gate--- Behringer Multicom 4ch Compresser--- Behringer Composer Pro 2ch Compresser---- Roland SDE 3000--- AB 215 EQ--- Roland SDE 3000---Yamaha SPX90---Yamaha R1000 Reverb--- DBX 120-DS--- BSS Soundweb 9088i Signal Processer--- BSS FCS 920 Varicurve---- Yamaha SPX90MkII---- Behringer Composer Pro 2ch Compresser--- Behringer Virtualizer Pro--- Behringer Multicom 4ch Compresser---- BSS DPR502 Midi Noise Gate---- DBX 500 SubHarmonizer---- DBX 160 2ch Compresser VU Meter Version---- AB 215LT EQ---- Yamaha PM180 Rack Mixer---- Behringer Tube Ultra Q---- Behringer Tube Ultra Q---- Behringer Tube Ultra Q---- AB 231 EQ---- Roland Dimension SDD-320---- Citronic V-4.5 Conquest 2ch Amplifier---- White Parametric EQ---- White Parametric EQ--- Crest Century 24ch Mixing Console---- Crest 32ch Mxing Console---- Duke Box----"

Pictured above: Roland Space Echo RE-201 and Korg Stage Echo.
Vince Clark's hobbit / mushroom looking studio.

Behringer MS-101 on eBay

Note: Auction links are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this auction

Two for $329.99 each. Estimated delivery between Tue. Mar. 26 and Tue. Apr. 2. Go through eBay for the buyer protection on these to be safe. That said, it looks like these are going to be available soon. Be sure to check out the dealers on the right here on MATRIXSYNTH for stock.

We also have the full product description:

"Analog synthesizer with 32 full-size keys, 3340 VCO with 4 simultaneous waveforms, VCF, ADSR, 32-step sequencer, arpeggiator, and live performance kit

The 1980s and 90s spawned a new “wave” of synth performers including Devo, The Chemical Brothers, The Prodigy, The Crystal Method and a host of others, all empowered by the sound of a simple strap-on instrument that let keyboardists steal the spotlight away from their guitar- wielding bandmates. An ultra-affordable homage to that iconic synthesizer with all the features of the original and then some, such as a 32-step sequencer, arpeggiator and live performance kit, the Behringer MS-101-RD Synthesizer lets you conjure up virtually any sound with incredible finesse and ease. With its 32 semi-weighted full-size keys, pure analog signal path, authentic 3340 VCO with 4 simultaneously-mixable waveforms, plus extremely flexible VCF and VCA filters, the MS-101-RD is sure to become your favorite keyboard. Owning the MS-101-RD is like having your own personal time machine, enabling you to embrace the past – or make your imprint on the future!

True to the Original

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Behringer MS-101 Vintage BASS Leads MS-1 SH-101 Analog Synthesizer Rik Marston

Published on Oct 19, 2019 Rik Marston Official

#behringerms101 #rolandsh101 #analogsynthesizer
Behringer MS 101 "Vintage BASS & Leads"
Synthesizer Demo by Rik Marston
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Behringer MS 101 "Vintage BASS & Leads"
Such an awesome synthesizer to have, so easy
to craft sounds, so heavy & so sweet!
I think this synthesizer will fit in any studio!
***Collector's ALERT!!!***
Get one with the MS-101 LOGO before they all sell out!
These will be worth a bit more money in the future!
More MS-101 video demos are on their way!!

Recorded into Ableton LIVE with Groove Delay FX! ;)

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10/19/2019

A Cold Forest - live outdoor synthesizer experimental loop jam with SH-101, MC-101, TD-3 and RC-500

video upload by drone-in-the-woods

"Although the sun was sneaking through here and there, and lizards were sunbathing on the logs at the edge of the woods, this was a cold forest session under the dense evergreen canopy. I was fortunate to create and jam out this track in record time, before returning to the top of the hill and the warmth of late summer.

Roland SH-101
Roland MC-101
Behringer TD-3
Boss RC-500


drone-in-the-woods | A Cold Forest
composed and performed by Keith Sutton
Goodwood 26/08/21"

Mighty chestnut drone - four synth outdoor drone jam with SH-101, Poly-800, Gaia Sh-01 and MC-101


"My favourite local tree, I like to think this is the mother-tree of the surrounding woods.

drone performed by Keith Sutton 19th Aug 2021
in Stoke Wood.

gear used:
Roland SH-101 into Boss DD6 delay
Korg Poly-800 into Ibanez session man ss10 into Boss DD7 delay
Roland Gaia Sh-01
Roland MC-101"

Behringer MS-101 vs Roland SH-101 - The 101 Shootout!

Published on Feb 5, 2019 Failed Muso

"Far from being a truly scientific comparison, I was fortunate enough to be loaned a genuine, mint-condition Roland SH-101 so that I could stack it up sonically against Behringer's forthcoming MS-101.

The main objective of this video is to demonstrate how close the MS-101 gets to sounding like the SH-101and to see if it really can be a viable alternative to a synth that still commands £1K+ on the second hand market. As such, it is more of a comparison video, rather than one that explores all the sonic possibilities, features and functionality of the MS-101.

Watch the video, judge for yourselves!"

Three 101-VCF Modules Polyphonic Filter Demo 03 (Roland SH-101)

Published on Sep 18, 2018 gstormelectro

"Audio and Video by G-Storm Electro c. 2018

Today I deploy THREE 101-VCF modules for some polyphonic synth music.
The three filters are getting their Envelope CVs round-robin much like a polyphonic synthesizer distributes their voices.
To do this I use the sequential switch to rotate the
firing of envelope contours going to each 101-VCF.

Pittsburgh Synth Box - 101-VCF #1
DNA Symbiotic Waves - 101-VCF #2
Rozendall CEM3340 VCO - 101-VCF #3
Bass - Behringer Model D
Pads - Roland Juno-1
Envelope Contours - 2xADSR dual envelope
Sequencing - Arturia Beatstep Pro Pitch CV and clock
Kick - Future Retro Transient
Hats - Tiptop Hats909
Additional percussion - Roland TR-606
Delay - Timefactor
Small amount of Reverb - Strymon Big Sky

Recorded live in one shot.
Some post-processing in Cubase 7."

Superbooth 2018: Behringer MS-101 Synthesizer - Quick Look!

Published on May 4, 2018 SYNTH ANATOMY

Behringer's Blue SH-101 clone.

"Exclusive first look at the Behringer MS-101 Synthesizer, a recreation of the Roland SH-101. It features also a new sequencer, swing as well as new FM directions.

Join the Patreon page to get access to free sound content (sample & preset libraries, free plugins... & participate on exclusive giveaways) https://www.patreon.com/synthanatomy"

The Roland Jupiter-X & XM Story and Why Roland Has No Plans for a New JUPITER-8

I don't like to critique but I thought the following was a little funny (also see my note on Behringer below):

"We are very aware of the very strong passion that synth fans have for the JUPITER-8, and some continue to wait for us to introduce a true analog version. This is something we do not plan to do. Our founder Mr. Kakehashi always said, 'Never chase a ghost', and I really understand his meaning. 'Chasing the ghost' of the original JUPITER-8 or TR-808 does not make sense as we will never catch them, and this effort would not align with our vision for the future. Roland has developed many legendary products throughout our history that came from our drive to always design the future by applying the latest technology and our unique know-how from each era. This is our DNA which will never change."

Preceded by:

"Different from the base Virtual Analog of ZEN-Core, the ABM-powered 'Model Bank' synths in the JUPITER-X and Xm reproduce the total character of specific vintage synths including the JUPITER-8, JUNO-106, JX-8P, and SH-101, all with incredible precision. For these synths, we did deep behavioral analysis of elements such as the filter’s curve, range, and response speed, which are different for each model, of course. We even recreate characteristics including oscillator drift driven by temperature changes- we actually put a physical temperature sensor inside the JUPITER-X and Xm to help with this!"

The above is quoted from The Roland Jupiter-X & XM Story posted on Roland's site. There's more to the post, of course, so do check it out, but what I thought was a little funny was the 'Never chase a ghost' quote. They are clearly doing just that, only in the digital realm, not analog. But... they have ventured in analog with the JD-Xa and JD-Xi. Do I think Roland should clone the Jupiter-8 and their vintage analog? No. For one reason: Behringer. Behringer would just put them under with cheaper models, so if I were Roland, I wouldn't bother. I'm guessing the digital clones are more cost effective as well. I'd stay focused on new products just like they are doing now.  Seriously, Behringer has made it so no company will ever bother cloning their previous products.  I heard that Behringer's goal is to not only offer clones of vintage synths, but to become the largest synth manufacturer for both vintage and new designs.  Simply put, the only way to compete will be to create gear that users want and Behringer does not offer for less.

Behringer VC340 Vocoder + 101-VCO [Demo #1]

Published on Nov 19, 2019 gstormelectro

"Audio and Video by G-Storm Electro c. 2019

Today the gorgeous sounds of the Behringer VC340 Vocoder
Strings and Choir paired with my 101-VCO on arpeggio.
101-VCO going to my 101-VCF for that classic SH-101 sound.
Future Retro Transient is going to the vocoder mic input.
Transient is modulated by Batumi to result in those
shifting vocoder effects - almost chanting/talking?
Arturia Drumbrute Impact is clocked to the Beatstep Pro.
Some Big Sky reverb and Timefactor Delay.

Recorded direct to Tascam DR-05.

**BLOG** http://gstormelectronica.blogspot.com/
**LISTEN/DOWNLOAD** http://soundcloud.com/gstormelectro
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Roland MC-101 John Foxx Style - Groovebox

Published on Oct 7, 2019 kvfive

"I'm a big fan of John Foxx so thought I'd try and do something in his style using the new Roland MC-101 Groovebox & a couple of additional synths.

Roland MC-101: Drums, Bass Synth & Overtones.
Roland System-1: Lead sound.
Waldorf Streichfett: Phased string (sequenced from the Keystep)
Behringer MS-101 (MS-1): White noise sound.
Roland TR-08: Snare & claves (midi clocked from the MS-101)

Thanks for watching !

http://www.kv5.co.uk"

Roland MC-101 First Day ! It's not just for 'Dance Music'

Published on Oct 3, 2019 kvfive

"First session with the new Roland MC-101, highly impressed !

The MC-101 is sequencing the Behringer MS-101 (Bass sound)
and the MAM MB33 Retro on tracks 3 & 4.

Midi clock goes to the Arturia Keystep which is sequencing the Waldorf Streichfett (phased string sound) which is passed through a Boss PH-3 Phase Shifter.

MC-101 tracks 1 & 2 are the units internal sound engine...

Track 1 - CR78 Drums
Track 2 - Super Saw

Thank you for watching !"

Behringer MS-101 - Feat. Moot Booxlé

Published on Jan 27, 2019 BEHRINGER

"It's obvious that Moot Booxlé has a real passion for synthesizers, and the Roland SH-101 was one of the models that initially inspired his developing knack for synthesis early on. With a number of improved and modernized features over the original, the Behringer MS-101 takes this iconic classic and brings things to a whole new level!"

Data Run [Cover] - Boutique / Circuit / Crave / MC-101 / PRO-1 / TR-8

Published on Jan 24, 2020

"This track was the theme tune to on of TV-am's early Saturday morning show, Data Run - 1983-84

Music by Vince Clarke, Sung by Alison Moyet, all I can find on the web is a couple of 40+ second videos of this track, I thought it was deserving enough to be fleshed out a little...

Thank you to kvfive for help with some of the audio samples.

As always, the track is played 'live' in one take - with no DAW, editing or post production.

Recorded live 24/01/2020

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BEHRINGER MS-101 (prototype) Sound Demo

Published on May 6, 2018 LESINDES

"Very basic demo of the protype of BEHRINGER MS-101 prototype, rough and basic with sequqncer still under construction, showing the basic waveforms + filter + reso so one get an idea of the potential of this discrete clone of the ROLAND SH-101.
This demo ist mere schort but Behringer were already packing for take off...."

Hermann Seib Joins Behringer/Music Tribe Wave Synthesizer Development Team

The official announcement:

PPG and its Wave synthesizers have been the brain child of the industry icon Wolfgang Palm and have graced the stages of artists like David Bowie, Jean Michel Jarre, Depeche Mode, Gary Numan, Stevie Nicks, Pet Shop Boys, Mike and the Mechanics, and Stevie Wonder just to name a few.

After the announcement of Behringer and Music Tribe to look for collaboration partners for the development of the next generation Wave hybrid synthesizer, we have been fortunate to gain a legendary engineer to the team – Hermann Seib who has been deeply involved in the PPG Wave history. But hear from the man himself:

About Hermann Seib

“I'm a software programmer/analyst living in Vienna, Austria and have loved playing and creating music throughout all my life. I started playing guitar at age 12 and when the Roland SH-101 became available, I got one and was instantly hooked. But as for most people, there came a point where I had to decide whether I want to become a musician or a programmer. Computers won hands down so I never became a great guitar player and instead I practiced my programming skills instead. These shiny new home computers that just became available were simply too fascinating – and they sustained my life ever since.

PPG and I have a rather long common history. I first saw the original press release for the Waveterm A in 1982 and immediately wanted one. Unfortunately, I also couldn’t afford it as I was at just starting my career.

Around 1987, I was finally able to buy a used Wave 2.2/Waveterm set. Since that time, I have become a fan of these machines and know pretty well how they work. However I'm much more of an engineer than a musician and to me, the Wave synthesizers are "computers with attached tone generation circuits". Around 2000, I started to reverse engineering their operating system, so that I could understand how they work from a computer perspective. It took me quite a while to understand the sound generation side of the things and while I still wouldn't say that I've fully mastered every detail, my understanding was good enough to create an upgrade to the original V6 software. The result was version 8.3, which is a commercially available upgrade.

Around 2000, I became involved with Paula Maddox and Dave Forward in a project called "Waveterm C". The idea was to recreate the Waveterm in a more modern PC running Windows version and use a USB interface to communicate to the Waves/EVUs/PRKs. Well, we got the software side up and running, for which I was responsible for and it worked to a point where you could create wavetables and transient sounds. The USB-based hardware interface worked quite well, too, but unfortunately the project never became mature enough to be launched.

https://www.hermannseib.com/waveterm/

I also created WaveSim, my simulation of the famous Wave/EVU, which was first only as a standalone Windows program and later available as VSTi as well. Wolfgang Palm was aware of these activities for quite a while and in 2008, he contacted me. We exchanged ideas and he helped me understand some details of the Wave synthesizers, which resulted in further WaveSim improvements. Wolfgang then went on to create lots of new, vastly improved wavetables that could be loaded into WaveSim which can be found here.

https://www.hermannseib.com/english/synths/ppg/wavesim.htm#palm

Later in 2012, Wolfgang became interested in porting his PPG WaveGenerator, which was only available as iOS Plugin, to VST and Audio Unit on Windows and Mac OS - a project I was heavily involved in. Subsequently I entered similar collaborations on Wolfgang’s other PlugIn creations such as the PPG Wavemapper 2, PPG Phonem, and PPG Infinite.”

Why did you decide to join the Behringer Wave project?

“My main motivation is to help recreate the Wave to ensure it gets as close as possible to the original, as the legacy and “soul” of this synthesizer is very dear to me. And because it’s blue 🙂. I am very much looking forward to collaborating with the Behringer engineering team and participate in the testing and comparison with the original unit since I have a deep understanding of the original code the makeup of the unit. We’re currently discussing the development of an app for wavetable management. I am very excited to be part of the Behringer Wave synthesizer project to make sure the legacy of this legendary synthesizer will live on.”