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Behringer Edge

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Semi-Modular Percussion Synthesiser

  • Analogue signal path
  • 2 Oscillators (pulse, triangle), sync, FM, noise generator (white, pink), 24 dB filter (switchable between low and high pass) and a VCA
  • Dual step sequencer with 8 steps - up to 10,000 BPM
  • Polychain option for up to 16 voices
  • Patch matrix with 15 inputs and 10 outputs
  • 44 Controllers for real-time control of all important parameters
  • Design: Desktop
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 321 x 164 x 45 mm
  • Weight: 1.4 kg

Connectors:

  • Combined line/headphone output: 3.5 mm mini jack
  • MIDI In/Out/Thru
  • USB
  • Input for external 12 V power supply
Available since May 2023
Item number 530337
Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
Design Desktop
Polyphony 1
Sound Generation Analogue
MIDI interface 1x In, 1x Out, 1x Thru
Storage Medium None
USB-port Yes
Effects No
Arpeggiator No
Number of Analog Outputs 1
Digital Output No
Display No
Optional Expansions None
Special Features N/A
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£135
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Creative beats with eight steps

The Behringer Edge is a synthesizer for analogue percussion sounds – but with a concept which differs significantly from other drum machines. Instead of dedicated instruments such as kick, snare, hi-hat etc., the Edge synthesizer is based entirely on a subtractive sound generator, similar to an analogue mono synth. However, the integrated sequencer can be used to modulate the various sound-generating elements with pinpoint accuracy, allowing users to quickly create percussive patterns and dynamic rhythms from a monophonic sequence. The sounds range from deep drums, crisp snares, and metallic hi-hats to noisy and heavily modulated percussion sounds with their own unique character.

Behringer Edge user interface

Semi-modular mono synth

The Behringer Edge's sounds are based on two analogue oscillators that, by using the tuning controls, can be tuned over an extremely wide range without switching the octave register. The oscillators can be controlled using hard sync and frequency modulation, and users can also mix in white/pink noise or external audio. The 24dB filter can be switched from high-pass to low-pass, while the VCF and VCA are each controlled by a dedicated decay envelope. The integrated sequencer has two rows of eight controls each, which are internally routed to pitch and velocity, and these two rows can be patched to 15 different inputs via their outputs in order to modulate other parameters. The tempo of the sequencer can be set as high as 10,000BPM(!), the upper limit of the audible range, which again allows new sounds to be created.

Behringer Edge connections

Powerful percussive performer

The sound of the Behringer Edge has a hard, rough-edged characteristic, tending towards the aggressive with the right settings and modulations. This makes Edge beats well suited to harder styles such as Techno, EBM/Industrial, Breakcore, etc. If its parameters are not pushed to the limit, it can also be used to create softer sounds and grooves for Minimal, Electro, and House music. With skilful use of modulation via the sequencer, users can make beats with different sounds for each step. Although the Edge is functionally monophonic, and the device only provides one track as a complement to other drums, this one beat could make all the difference on that next track.

Tempo control on the Behringer Edge

About Behringer

The company, which was founded in Germany by Uli Behringer and now manufactures its products in China, has been known for affordable and great-value equipment since its very first product, the Studio Exciter F. An array of mixing consoles (such as the Eurodesk MX8000), signal processors, and later sound amplification and monitoring equipment, has made it possible for countless musicians to fit out their home studios, practice rooms, and mobile PAs within budget limits that were previously unthinkable. The acquisition of other companies, including Midas, Klark Teknik, and TC Electronic, meant that new product groups were added - and also resulted in the technical expertise of these companies being incorporated into product development.

Sparring partner for Crave

Because it uses the same form factor and the same semi-modular concept as the Crave monophonic synthesizer, which is designed for basslines and typical sequencer figures, the Behringer Edge can be used to create the corresponding percussion or drum groove. The two devices can be easily synchronised via MIDI, but that's not all – each unit can also apply elements of the other synthesizer via their patch points. For example, the Crave's LFO might be used to control the Edge's filter, or the Edge's second VCO can amplify the sound of the Crave. The Behringer Edge can also be played dynamically with a MIDI/USB controller or a DAW, allowing the user to program even more complex beats with multifaceted modulations that develop over several bars.

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606 Generation 30.07.2023
If you know the other product... you'll get [understand] this machine! The bright purple of the Edge will dazzle you at first, but all round it is solid and weighty, as in heavy and in the sound that it makes. I have the [m**g] and use them together! I think they work well and compliment each other! If your looking for something a little different, this could be it and at a reasonable price. Having Midi I/O and a USB port are a good addition to the device, for firmware updates and other settings via the Synth Tribe tool. Add a Crave and Spice up your life... what you waiting for
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It's a blast
synthetic_girl 07.03.2024
Having spent about two months with it and countless hours of acid and noise techno jamming, this synth is an absolute blast for live performances, including some live patching, transitioning from one soundscape to another and altering the sequence on the fly, for long uninterrupted jams.

The build quality is really well for the price (I expected it to be lower tbh), very nice knobs with enough resistance to not bump some of the very sensitive controls by accident.
There's a few things that are missing imo (they are missing on the original as well) like a reset signal input for the sequencer (and MIDI reset), an LFO (for using a square wave to ratchet the envelopes for example) and maybe a CV mixer/attenuator like the Crave has one but one may say it's those limitations that make it what it is.

Combined with a delay and chorus effect and some live EQ tweaking, one can create truely massive bass lines and hard crunchy noise techno beats and the VCOs go deep enough really get into the meat. Using a 2nd Sequencer to control VCO1 independently from the internal sequencer let's you layer some melodic modulation on top of a punchy percussion sequence, making this even more interesting.
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Great addition by Behringer
Tino DPC 27.06.2023
It was a long wait as I ordered mine at the end of August 2022, when it was briefly available for pre-order. But it was well worth it, already spent quite a few hours on this machine. Sturdy build, good, non-wobbly knobs and excellent sound quality. Couldn't be happier :)
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Very inspiring instrument
Hinterstoisser 16.09.2023
The EDGE is an incredibly fun and inspiring synth for a very broad range of sounds. I use it mainly for Live Techno Sets. It just shreds such organic sounding grooves effortlessly that work with basically everything you throw at it. Very impressive for the money. Even without using the insane patch matrix you can get a vast range of sounds.

Pros:
-Versatile and fat sound
-Build quality
-Inspiring sequencer
-Price

Cons:
-The knobs. I replaced mine with moog style knobs for about €10.
-Strange VCA out location.

Summary:
Very fun and versatile synth with an unusual sequencer that is just great for happy accidents and inspiration. Shipping and handling from Thomann was great as well. I recommend this synth.
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