Behringer MS-1 Synthesizer
Monophonic Analog Synthesizer with 32 Semi-weighted Full-sized Keys, 3340 VCO, VCA, VCF, Waveshaping, NovaMod FM, Step-sequencer, Arpeggiator, Modulation Handgrip, CV/Gate I/O
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MAGICAL REBORN OF A LEGEND
As an ode to one of history’s most impactful synthesizers, designing the MS-1 required Behringer to methodically capture the magic of its spiritual predecessor while responsibly expanding the MS-1’s aural arsenal to optimally integrate with the modern musician’s needs, all without sacrificing what made the ‘80s mono-menace such a coveted machine. The MS-1 MK II represents Behringer’s dedication to honoring the original and upgrading the shortcomings of the first-gen MS-1.
In service of maximizing the power and panache of its pure-analog signal path, both the VCF and VCA have been overhauled via revamped designs that create greater control and dynamic range, enriching the character and harmonic makeup of its oh-so-smooth resonant VCF. Furthermore, the MS-1 MK II adds to its versatile I/O a dedicated Sync input, immensely expanding your palette of interoperative possibilities and creative configurations. To that end, the MS-1 MK II features two different Glide modes over the original’s singular, manually adjusted portamento.
AUTHENTIC 3340 VCO
The analog architecture of the Behringer MS-1 MK II is built upon its authentic 3340 VCO (voltage-controlled oscillator) with four waveforms — all of which can be active simultaneously for seriously complex timbral sculpting. Waveforms include a sawtooth, triangle, square (with PWM), and an octave-divided square sub oscillator.
What’s more, the VCO can be adjusted across a massive 4-octave range, further expanding your sonic sandbox. As a bonus, the MS-1 MK II features the “Nova Mod” that many players made to their original synths in the ’90s, adding VCF frequency modulation with six available FM sources. Between its multiple waveforms and FM, the MS-1 MK II lets you summit the synthesis peaks that the original only dreamed of approaching.
MODULATION MAGIC
Adding to its robust sound-sculpting features, the MS-1 MK II has even more in store. Its onboard noise generator pulls double duty as a modulation source that creates searing, distortion-like textures, screaming into the stratospheric space of face-melting leads that will have metal guitarists rethinking their FX chain.
Glide (portamento) lets you morph seamlessly from one note to the next, creating creamy transitions that few other instruments can pull off, with the MS-1 MK II taking this further via the inventive Auto mode. For all things multidimensional expression, the grip-mounted Bender is also assignable to the VCO, VCF, and pitch mod wheel on the detachable hand grip. For textures ranging from mild to wild, you can even modulate the pulse wave manually or via the LFO or envelope.
- 32-key monophonic analog synthesizer reimagines an iconic synth for the modern landscape
- Pure analog signal path based on classic VCO, VCF, and VCA designs has been revamped from the MK I, bringing you to the seminal sound of its predecessor
- Authentic 3340 analog oscillator delivers insanely fat sounds
- 4 simultaneous waveforms (saw, triangle, square/PWM, square sub osc) can be freely mixed in real time for unruly and innovative sonic sculpting
- Resonant VCF with modulation via ADSR, LFO, key track, or bender controller
- 6 FM NovaMod sources for creative VCF modulation and amazing filter effects
- ADSR envelope generator for creative wave shaping
- 32-step sequencer with 64 memory slots for your custom sequences
- Guitar strap included for keytar-style performance
- Attachable hand grip included with pitch bend wheel and pitch modulation trigger
- Bender assignable to VCO, VCF, and pitch mod wheel on attachable hand grip means dynamic expression and customizable control
- Noise generator may be used as modulation source for distortion-type effects
- Portamento function includes two Glide modes, augmenting your palette of expressive tools
- Pulse wave can be modulated by LFO, envelope, and manually, for multitudes of modulation configurations
- Arpeggiator features a wide range of patterns for evocative, synchronized sonics
- 57 knobs, sliders, and switches give you direct, hands-on control, with a streamlined and intuitive interface
- Comprehensive USB/MIDI/CV implementation is joined by Sync In, granting access to extensive interoperative possibilities, from soft synth to hardware
- External audio input offers dynamic use of onboard sound tools with virtually any external source
- Performance kit with strap and attachable hand grip included
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