Name: Behringer Poly D Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer
Brand: Behringer
SKU: LWM-01834
Price: 1536.99 USD
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Behringer Poly D Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer

Product Details

Brand: Behringer

Type: Synthesizers & Sound Modules

An ultra-affordable homage to that iconic synthesizer

When analog synths were first made easily portable in the 1970s, they rapidly became an important part of many artists' performance setups, despite the expense and occasional temperamental behavior. Behringer developed their Model D as an affordable, reliable alternative way to get great vintage analog synth sound. Now, with the POLY D, they've expanded the palette as well as the polyphony, to create a new performance standard.

True to its roots

It was important to the engineers at Behringer that the POLY D retain the feature set of the original as a baseline, but then expanded capabilities in musically useful and easy to access ways. Starting with a pure analog signal path based on the original voltage-controller oscillators, filters and amplifiers, along with a classic ladder filter design and low frequency oscillator, all the features of the original "D-Type" synth are there. The attention to detail extends to the use of matched transistors and ultra-high precision resistors and capacitors. This adds to the stability, as well as the ability to create those classic, super-fat synth tones and so much more.

Superior controllability

With 84 controls and a well-though-out, intuitive format, it's amazingly easy to exercise your music creatively with the Behringer POLY D. Whether you're adjusting the contour and emphasis on the 24dB ladder filter or the ADSR on the VCA, it's simple and the feedback is immediate and satisfying. You'll discover how much sheer fun it is to tweak parameters on an analog synth and just how deep down the sonic rabbit hole you can journey.

Multiple voices merge to one

One of the key features of the POLY D is the flexibility of it's different voice modes. In Mono mode, you have access to all the classic monophonic synth sounds, but with the ability to add additional fullness and expression. In Poly mode, you have to to four voices available on once for pads and rich chord voicings. Finally, Unison mode, layers all four voices together for greater harmonic complexity and richer, fuller sounds.

We've only begun to touch on the capability of this incredibly versatile, truly affordable polyphonic analog synth here. The range of sonic possibility with the Behringer POLY D is absolutely stunning. With its intuitive interface and range of control, you'll find creative possibilities that you've only imagined in the past. Whether you're an experienced synth programmer looking to expand your performance or recording setup, or an analog synth newbie looking for an affordable way to get started exploring, the POLY D is a powerful, versatile tool that will expand your musical world.

Features

Analog 4-Voice Polyphonic Synthesizer with 37 Full-Size Keys
4 VCOs, Classic Ladder Filter
LFO, BBD Stereo Chorus, Distortion
32-Step Sequencer and Arpeggiator

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Poly D Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer Specifications:

Synthesizer Architecture

Number of Voices: Monophonic / Unison / Polyphonic (4 voices), switchable
Type: Analog
Oscillators: 4 (0.1Hz–20kHz, 6 overlapping ranges)
LFO: 1 (0.05Hz–200Hz)
VCF: 1 x Low / High pass filter, switchable, 24 dB/oct. slope
Envelopes: VCA, VCF
MIDI Channels: 16

Connectivity

MIDI In / Out / Thru: 5-pin DIN
USB (MIDI): Type B
Main Output: 2 x 1/4" TRS, servo-balanced
Max. Output Level: -16dBu
Impedance: 100 ohm
External Signal Input: 1/4" TS, unbalanced
Impedance: 1 mohm
External V-Trigger Input: 1 x 1/4" TS, unbalanced, +5V
Sync: 2 x 1/4" TS, input and output, unbalanced, +5V
Headphones: 1 x 1/4" TRS, stereo
Max. Output Level: -4dBu
Output Impedance: 110 ohm

External Control Inputs

Loudness: 1 x 1/4" TS, unbalanced, 0 to +5V
Filter: 1 x 1/4" TS, unbalanced, 0 to +5V, 1V/oct.
Oscillator: 1 x 1/4" TS, unbalanced, ±5V
Modulation Source: 1 x 1/4" TS, unbalanced

Internal Control Outputs

After Pressure: 1 x 1/4" TS, unbalanced, 0 to +5V
Pitch: 1 x 1/4" TS, unbalanced, -3 to +7V
V-Trigger: 1 x 1/4" TS, unbalanced, +5V
Velocity: 1 x 1/4" TS, unbalanced, 0 to +5V

Controllers Section

Knobs:
Tune: -2 to +2, adjustable
Glide: 0 to 10, adjustable
Modulation Mix: (OSC 4 / filter EG) to (noise/ext. mod source / LFO), adjustable
Switches:
Modulation Source: OSC 4 / filter EG
Modulation Source: Noise or external modulation source / LFO
Mode: Mono / Unison / Poly
Auto Damp: On / Off

Oscillator Bank

Knobs:
Range (OSC 1, 2, 3, and 4): LO / 32' / 16' / 8' / 4' / 2', selectable
Frequency (OSC 2, 3, and 4): -7 to +7, adjustable
Waveform (OSC 1, 2, and 3): Triangular / Triangular Saw / Saw / Square / Wide Pulse / Narrow Pulse, selectable
Waveform (OSC 4): Triangular / Reverse Saw / Saw / Square / Wide Pulse / Narrow Pulse, selectable
Switches:
Oscillator Modulation: On / Off
OSC 4 Control (by keyboard): On / Off

Mixer Section

Knobs:
Volume (OSC 1, 2, 3, and 4): 0 to 10, adjustable
Volume (External Input): 0 to 10, adjustable
Volume (Noise): 0 to 10, adjustable
Switches:
OSC 1, 2, 3, and 4: On / Off
External Input: On / Off
Noise: On / Off
Noise Source: Pink / White
Indicators: Overload LED

Filter Section

Knobs:
Cutoff Frequency: -4 to +4, adjustable
Filter Emphasis: 0 to 10, adjustable
Amount of Contour: 0 to 10, adjustable
Attack: 1 ms to 10 s, adjustable
Decay: 4 ms to >35 s, adjustable
Sustain: 0 to 10, adjustable
Switches:
Filter Mode: Low Pass / High Pass
Filter Modulation: On / Off
Keyboard Control 1: On (1/3) / Off
Keyboard Control 2: On (2/3) / Off

Loudness Contour Section

Knobs:
Amount of Contour: 0 to 10, adjustable
Attack: 1 ms to 10 s, adjustable
Decay: 4 ms to >35 s, adjustable
Switch: Decay: On / Off

Distortion Section

Knobs:
Distortion: 0 to 10, adjustable
Tone: 0 to 10, adjustable
Level: 0 to 10, adjustable
Switch: Distortion: On / Off

Chorus Section

Switches:
Chorus I: On / Off
Chorus II: On / Off
Chorus: On / Off
LED Indicators: Chorus I, Chorus II

Output Section

Knobs:
Volume: 0 to 10, adjustable
Headphone Volume: 0 to 10, adjustable
Switches: Power: On / Off
LED Indicator: Power

Sequencer Section

Number of Steps: 32 steps max./pattern
Number of Patterns: 64 patterns max.
Memory Storage: 8 banks (8 patterns/bank)
Knobs: Tempo/Gate Length/Swing
Switches: Hold / Rest, Reset / Accent, Arp / Set End, Pattern / Bank, Shift, Page, Play / Stop, Record, Keyboard Mode, Step Mode
LED Indicators: 8 x Location, 10 x Backlit Switches

LFO Section

Knobs: LFO Rate: 0 to 10, adjustable
Switches: LFO Waveform: Triangular / Square
LED Indicator: LFO Rate

Keyboard and Controls

Wheels: Pitch, Modulation
Switches: Glide: On / Off, Transpose: Up / Down 1 octave
Keyboard: 37 semi-weighted, full-size keys with velocity
USB
Type: Class-compliant USB 2.0, Type B
Supported Operating Systems: Windows XP or higher, Mac OS X 10.6.8 or higher

Power Requirements

External Power Adaptor: 12VDC 1000 mA
Power Consumption: 10W max.

Environmental

Operating Temperature Range: 41°F – 113°F

Physical

Dimensions: 3.5 x 25.5 x 14.2"
Weight: 22.5 lb.

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