This piece of hardware is a dream. This is my 2nd semi-modular, 3rd overall synth. I haven't yet learned how to do even a quarter of what is is capable of but already the gentle generative FM ambient and beep-boop wobble storms I've created are mind-blowing.
Works really well with my other synths. This thing really fills a wide niche and even though I have my sights set on getting a eurorack module at some point, I this my needs will be taken care of by the Neutron for months. I love this machine, what more can I say?
If you are itching to getting a taste of what a full modular rack rack can do for the price of one module, look no further.
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Behringer NEUTRON
Paraphonic Analog and Semi-Modular Synthesizer with Dual 3340 VCOs, Multi-Mode VCF, 2 ADSRs, BBD Delay and Overdrive Circuit in a Eurorack Format
- Paraphonic synthesizer with authentic dual 3340 analog oscillators for insanely fat music creation
- Pure analog signal path based on legendary VCO design to recreate classic sound performance
- Individual pulse width / tone mod control provides ultimate sounds
- Paraphonic mode allows both oscillators to be independently controlled
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NEUTRONThe 1970s and '80s spawned the first wave of portable analog synthesizers, and while quickly adopted by a bevy of renowned musical artists including Jan Hammer, Chick Corea, Rick Wakeman, Jean-Michel Jarre, Isao Tomita and Keith Emerson to name a few, they were somewhat temperamental and very expensive. An updated incarnation of its predecessors with all the original features and then some, the Behringer NEUTRON lets you conjure up virtually any monophonic sound imaginable with incredible finesse and ease. The pure analog signal path is based on authentic VCO, VCF, VCA and state variable filter designs in conjunction, with a flexible, multi-wave LFO and classic Bucket Brigade Delay (BBD). NEUTRON's Paraphonic mode allows both 3340 analog oscillators to be independently controlled for an expanded palette of tonal options. And when it comes to protection and convenience, the NEUTRON can be mounted in a standard Eurorack, making it ideal for the studio and/or the road. |
Semi-Modular DesignDesigned around an intuitively-linear workflow, NEUTRON benefits greatly from its semi-modular design, which requires no patching for immediate performance. Just put your NEUTRON into self-oscillation, connect your favorite keyboard or computer via MIDI over DIN or USB – and start exploring the world of analog music synthesis right out-of-the-box. |
True to the ClassicsGreat care has been taken in designing the NEUTRON to ensure it is true to the circuitry of the classic synthesizers that made musical history. This highly-focused attention to detail is what gives the NEUTRON its ultra-flexible sound shaping capability, which covers everything from super-fat bass and lead tones, stunning effects, progressive organ sounds – and all the way out to the otherworldly sounds of your imagination. |
Big, Fat TonesThe inspired synthesizer tracks laid down in the 1970s and ’80s are etched in the annals of progressive rock, wave and synth-pop music forever, making them truly classic in every sense of the word. NEUTRON’s pure analog signal path with legendary VCO, VCF and VCA circuits, lets you recreate all of that magic – or design incredibly fat and original sounds that will make you a legend in your own right! |
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VCO Double PlayNEUTRON’s highly-flexible dual Voltage Controlled Oscillators (VCOs) provide an incredible range using 5 unique waveforms for sculpting the perfect sound. Oscillators 1 and 2 options include: Tone Mod; Square; Sawtooth; Triangular or Sine; which can be adjusted across an extremely-wide, 3-octave range (32', 16', 8'). This amazing flexibility gives you all the tools to be your creative best. |
12 dB State Variable Filter and VCAThe very heart of NEUTRON’s sound is its highly-flexible 12 dB State Variable Filter, which lets you freely experiment with the cutoff Frequency (10 Hz - 15 kHz), Modulation and Envelope Depth to dial in the perfect sound. NEUTRON’s Filter Mode switch provides 3 settings (high pass, band pass and low pass) for a broad range of tonal options. Additionally, support for filter Keytracking enables you to select the amount of filtering that is applied to the note being played. The VCA can even be overloaded via NEUTRON’s Overdrive circuit to add insane spice and edge to your sounds – without saying “goodbye” to your precious low-end content. |
Making WavesYou are always in complete control of NEUTRON’s onboard modulators, which feature: adjustable Tune; OSC mix; Shape; and Pulse width knobs. A range of switches is provided for: Paraphonic on/off; OSC Sync and Octave Range selection. The internal LFO is the default modulation source for the VCF, unless an external Frequency Mod source is connected at the 3.5 mm input jack. As we stated earlier, the Behringer NEUTRON is the leading mono, all-analog synthesizer in its class – especially when it comes to sound quality, versatility and affordability. |
Runaway BrigadeThe all-analog, bucket-brigade circuit inside NEUTRON provides 25 - 640 ms of delay time. At lower time settings, your echoes will be crisp and punchy; but at longer settings, you’ll experience the natural high-end roll-off that is the hallmark of a great analog delay. And when you max out the repeats, you get a full dose of glorious self-oscillation – for mind-blowing runaway delay strings. |
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Dual Envelope GeneratorsWhen it comes to envelope generation, NEUTRON has all bases covered, thanks to its 2 ADSR (Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release) envelope generators. NEUTRON serves up all the versatility and tone-sculpting options a professional musician could ask for. |
Eurorack ReadyDesigned to handle the rigors of life on the road or in the studio, your NEUTRON can easily be transferred into a standard Eurorack 80HP case for the perfect integration into your existing system. |
Controls & ConnectivityWe just can’t help ourselves – like you, we're gear-heads, too. For those who want the numbers, NEUTRON has 36 knobs and 7 switches, all laid out in a highly-intuitive format that puts the joy back into your music creation. The onboard patching matrix provides 32 In x 24 Out TS 1/8" (3.5 mm) connections. Additional I/O includes: MIDI I/O and Thru over USB/MIDI DIN; main audio Input and Output; and Phones – with its own dedicated level control. |
Unleash Your ImaginationWhen it comes to not just pushing envelopes but creating them, NEUTRON gives your imagination its voice – and it’s so very affordable. When modern performance calls for classic analog sound – it calls for the Behringer NEUTRON! Visit your dealer to experience the stunning NEUTRON, or get yours online today. MUSIC never felt this good! |
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| Price | — | $499.00 | $583.54 | -25% $149.00 List: $199.00 | $228.37 | $599.00 |
| Delivery | — | Get it as soon as Thursday, May 2 | Get it as soon as Friday, May 3 | — | Get it May 10 - 24 | Get it as soon as Thursday, May 2 |
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| Sold By | — | Alto Music | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Mew Japan | Alto Music |
| connector type | — | — | XLR | USB Type B | MIDI USB | — |
| body material | Bass Wood | Bass Wood | — | — | Bass Wood | — |
| weight | 2 kilograms | 15.21 pounds | 5100 grams | 1100 grams | 1.1 kilograms | 8 kilograms |
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NEUTRON REVIEW
The behringer neutron is the second synth I’ve purchased straight from amazon. It’s a beautiful synth as well very complicated if you’re into that kinda deep diving experience. It has a lot to offer if use properly. One of my favorites. I also purchased the behringer wasp for a low price here. If you’re into behringer as much as I am check out the Pro 1 or the behringer Cat. 100% recommend.
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The behringer neutron is the second synth I’ve purchased straight from amazon. It’s a beautiful synth as well very complicated if you’re into that kinda deep diving experience. It has a lot to offer if use properly. One of my favorites.
I also purchased the behringer wasp for a low price here. If you’re into behringer as much as I am check out the Pro 1 or the behringer Cat. 100% recommend.
I also purchased the behringer wasp for a low price here. If you’re into behringer as much as I am check out the Pro 1 or the behringer Cat. 100% recommend.
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The Bear Facts
This Neutron has star quality - great synth that's affordable for beginners
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 15, 2020Style: NEUTRONVerified Purchase
The Bear Facts
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 15, 2020
Step this way - 'cause this synth is, unusually for Behringer, a pretty original concept that's been done rather well.
If you're wondering what genre or style of music it's appropriate for - all of 'em. Wendy Carlos did classical on synths like this, they're in everything from prog rock to drill/rap; it has no restrictions (no instrument does - but because you're putting the music in, and it's just making the sound you created, it's very open-ended unlike a box of presets and samples).
TBH, you don't even need to read the rest of this review. It's a brilliant analogue synth at low cost.
Behringer's synth designs are better known as clones of classics, and it's not wholly original - there are only so many ways you can make a patchable analogue two-oscillator synth with this type of filter and these oscillators - but it has its own look and its own sound, and is really rather good; a lot of that is down to opening up the features as much as possible - all waveforms are available,for example, no artificial limits for the sake of marketing a 'higher-end' version.
It's a top choice for introducing older kids to analogue synthesis, or adding some analogue joy to your existing setup. You will need a controller though - I recommend the [[ASIN:B083WHBMWT Arturia Keystep Pro]] because it's very easy to use, but also offers lots of control-voltage (CV) connectivity effectively providing an animation sequencer as well as notes.
Other modular solutions are available!
Pros - for beginners:
* Low-cost for the power you get
* Really straightforward - with a couple of caveats
* Instant results every time
* Hugely popular - loads of tutorial videos, how-tos, patches, hacks and advice out there
Pros - for pros:
* Super-beefy dual-VCO sound with genuinely usable delay and fun overdrive section (can be bypassed)
* So cheap you can consider building polychained monsters
* Great connectivity, modular-friendly design, including audio patching
* Doesn't take up much space, has proper connectors - no 3.5mm nonsense here except on the patchbay
* Genuinely different sound engine in some regards, due to blending/routing. A real bargain compared to anything with similar features
* Paraphonic mode, and flexible retriggering (but needs the utility to change)
Cons:
* The tuning knobs are super-sensitive and super-light to touch, even in standard ranges
* Can be glitchy sometimes - firmware process/calibration isn't the best, but it's still more than most bare-bones analogues offer
* For beginners, there's no patch storage, sequencer or anything. so you need to note down the cool stuff you've created! Pro's need to as well, but it becomes habit - there's nothing more frustrating than making a nice sound then forgetting what you did
* You're about to learn a lot about gain-staging and considering your pre-amp part of the whole sound-creation process - but this thing can whisper or wail to great effect
* That front panel might be original, but it's also pretty hard to read. You may want an aftermarket one
What do I love about it - and some context.
This is my first Behringer synth, and it's taken a long time and a lot of 'wanting' to get there - since the mid '90s I've owned a ridiculous variety of synths, and very few of them gel; I bought this primarily to explore the CV control possibilities of the Keystep Pro as I already have a Circuit Mono Station for analogue realness.
They couldn't be more different, though. The Neutron's old-school design really shines through, with serious punch at times even without the overdrive. It's got so much instant character that I've been distracted from my other synths every time I start playing with it. It can do basses, synth pianos, sci-fi noises, leads, clever tricks and amazing, evolving drones - with the aid of a CV sequencer you can really take it up a notch, too, animating filter and waveform for some insane, subtle and not-so subtle noises. The filter doesn't so much self-oscillate as self-immolate, the resonance is so hot - and you can run the LFO at audio frequencies.
Even with the experience I've had of different synths, the Neutron's 'drive' section caught me out - so while this is a super affordable, super-flexible synth that is a great investment for your kids if they're interested in electronic music, it does have more of a learning curve than say, an MS-1, Circuit or BassStation.
The patchbay might look intimidating, but as a first synth you can just ignore it - everything is pre-routed and already very flexible. This is about as good as it gets for self-contained, cheap, patchable without random limitations and affordable - and it's very musically useful, far from a disposable toy.
As the first Behringer synth I've bought, I really couldn't be happier with it.
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