Behringer Solina String Ensemble

I have been searching for this perticular string sound since the 80´s!
The Behringer solina string ensemble produce that retro futuristic sound! It is a simple and intuitive instument, it can do very few things but what it can do, it does really well. The sound is thick with analogue warmth and with the modulation and phaser in play this thing takes you on a journey deep into space. If you are looking for a crisp and super clear sound this is not for you, but if you are looking for a true and a little bit gritty 70´s analogue string sound this is it! I´ve played it via midi from vintage synths and some midi keyboards without any problems, sending midi to and from it with Logic Pro X works fine too.

I’ve always wanted a Solina string ensemble after using one in studio 20 years ago. But paying a fortune for a vintage one is out of the question. I’ve tried the Arturia one, but thought it was nothing like the real thing.
This is my first Behringer product, and I have to admit I was a bit sceptical.
This is one of their better looking products, and the quality seems just fine. I can imagine the color button for the phaser could easily break if you’re hard-handed, but everything else seems ok.
This fills a nice place in my studio together with my other synths, a Prophet 5 and Mood Grandmother.
Highly recommended (after one day’s use, that is).