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Introducing big, fat, warp drive POLY D

Description
The Behringer Poly D polyphonic analog synthesizer lets you freely embrace the past or shape the future with its pure analog signal path. Based on the legendary 1970s analog synth, the Poly D provides stunning vintage tones thanks to authentic VCO, VCF, VCA and ladder filter circuits. With the Poly D, you can switch between monophonic, polyphonic and unison modes to tailor your sound. Use the monophonic setting for expressive leads and basses. Turn to the polyphonic mode to layer lush harmonies and pads. Thicken up any sound with Unison mode by stacking voices on top of each other.
Sculpt Your Sound With Four Flexible VCOs
The Poly D gives you four highly flexible Voltage Controlled Oscillators to sculpt the perfect sound. Oscillators 1, 2 and 3 provide triangular, saw, square and pulse waveforms while OSC 4 features triangular, reverse saw, square and pulse waves. Additionally, all four VCOs can be adjusted across a huge six-octave range for nearly limitless sonic possibilities. This amazing versatility allows you to be as creative as you want.
Shape Your Tone With the 24dB Ladder Filter
At the heart of the Poly D's characteristic sound is its flexible 24dB Ladder Filter. Tweak the cutoff frequency, emphasis and contour controls to find your signature tone. The filter mode switch selects between low-pass and high-pass modes to target the desired frequency range. Modulate the cutoff over time with the envelope generator's attack, decay and sustain controls.
Perform With a Highly Intuitive Layout
The Poly D places 84 thoughtfully laid out controls at your fingertips for joyful music creation. Connectivity includes MIDI I/O over USB/DIN, after pressure/velocity outputs, V-Trig I/O and external modulation jacks. Unleash your imagination and discover legendary analog tones with the Behringer Poly D.
Perform Inspired Solos, Sequences and More
The Poly D's 37 velocity-sensitive keys, with aftertouch, lend themselves to inspired performances. Capture ideas on the fly with the built-in sequencer and arpeggiator. Connect via USB/MIDI and use the dedicated modulation/control outputs to interface with other gear. The Poly D makes it easy to harness that vintage vibe in a modern production or performance setup.
Authentic Look and Feel
Beyond the sound, the Poly D nails the aesthetic and hands-on experience. The interface offers intuitive control with ample knobs and switches. Details like the wood side panels and vintage-font logo add to the retro design. Whether on stage or in the studio, the Poly D brings iconic analog synth tone and vibe to your creative space.



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
Specs
- Number of Voices: Monophonic/Unison/Polyphonic (4 voices), switchable
- Type: Analog
- Oscillators: 4 (.1Hz–20kHz, 6 overlapping ranges)
- LFO: 1 (.05Hz–200Hz)
- VCF: 1 x Low/High-pass filter, switchable, 24dB/oct. slope
- Envelopes: VCA, VCF
- MIDI Channels: 16
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Tune: -2 to +2, adjustable
- Glide: 0 to 10, adjustable
- Modulation Mix: (OSC 4/filter EG) to (noise/ext. mod source/LFO), adjustable
- Modulation Source: OSC 4/filter EG
- Modulation Source: Noise or external modulation source/LFO
- Mode: Mono/Unison/Poly
- Auto Damp: On / Off
- 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
- Oscillator Modulation: On/Off
- OSC 4 Control (by keyboard): On/Off
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
- OSC 1, 2, 3 and 4: On/Off
- External Input: On/Off
- Noise: On/Off
- Noise Source: Pink/White
- Indicators: Overload LED
- 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
- Filter Mode: Low Pass/High Pass
- Filter Modulation: On/Off
- Keyboard Control 1: On (1/3)/Off
- Keyboard Control 2: On (2/3)/Off
- 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: 0 to 10, adjustable
- Tone: 0 to 10, adjustable
- Level: 0 to 10, adjustable
- Switch: Distortion: On/Off
- Chorus I: On/Off
- Chorus II: On/Off
- Chorus: On/Off
- LED Indicators: Chorus I, Chorus II
- Volume: 0 to 10, adjustable
- Headphone Volume: 0 to 10, adjustable
- Switches: Power: On/Off
- LED Indicator: Power
- 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
- Knobs: LFO Rate: 0 to 10, adjustable
- Switches: LFO Waveform: Triangular/Square
- LED Indicator: LFO Rate
- Wheels: Pitch, Modulation
- Switches: Glide: On/Off, Transpose: Up/Down 1 octave
- Keyboard: 37 semi-weighted, full-size keys with velocity
- Type: Class-compliant USB 2.0, Type B
- Supported Operating Systems: Windows XP or higher, Mac OS X 10.6.8 or higher
- External Power Adaptor: 12VDC 1,000 mA
- Power Consumption: 10W max.
- Operating Temperature Range: 41°F–113°F
- Dimensions: 3.5 x 25.5 x 14.2"
- Weight: 22.5 lb.
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4.89
9 Reviews
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of respondents would recommend this to a friend
- Electronic Music8
- Learning5
- MIDI5
- Accompaniment4
- Concerts4
- Heavy3
- Poor Instructions2
- No delay and reverb1
- needs a case for portability.1
- Experienced3
- Novice3
- Professional Musician3
- Easy to Use6
- Good Audio5
- Responsive / Good Action5
- Portable4
- Touch Sensitive Keys3
Reviewed by 9 customers
Solid
submitted2 months ago
byPatrick
fromFort Myers Florida
The knobs snd switches are heavy duty. Compared to other synths I have in this size are a fraction of the weight of this unit. Fat sounds like the moog and an absolute beast. No delay and reverb but I use it for a bass synth so no big deal.
Great product!
Verified Buyer
submitted3 months ago
byRichard
fromBowling Green KY
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
I am learning the Synth, and I have always wanted a Mini Moog. This is the one that comes closest to it as a clone with more features.
amazing synthesizer
submitted3 months ago
byMiguel
fromAtlanta Georgia
this synth is very capable while remaining somewhat affordable, I purchased this after I got a behringer ms-5 and it was more capable but they both have their own strengths. the sequencer is fire. the 4th oscillator has a reverse saw wave that replaced a really good sounding wave shape in the same spot which kinda made me mad but whatever. the keyboard is pretty trash but its better then the ms-5. its made out of wood and looks really good. there are some switches that don't make sense. the chorus filter sounds very good. great synth!!!!!!!!! its also really heavy for whatever reason
Amazing synth!
submitteda year ago
byEamon
fromSanta Fe
If you're thinking about getting a Poly D just do it! It sounds amazing! I'm new to synths and wanted something that didn't have any menu diving. This fit the bill nicely. I found it really easy to dial in some cool sounds right away. I was originally thinking about getting the model D, but when I looked at the added features of the Poly D I had to have it. The chorus and distortion sound great. As does the extra oscillator. Keybed, knobs, and switches all feel solid. The unit is super heavy and built like a tank. Also it just looks good. Even my girlfriend who couldn't care less about synths commented on how good it looked. 10/10 would buy again!
Great synth for the price
Verified Buyer
submitted4 years ago
byDoug M
fromRoseville,CA
The Behringer poly d is a great synth. Just don't buy from guitar center. This is the second time they have sold me used/returned gear. From now on I will buy from sweet water.
What a great toy!
submitted5 years ago
byDJ George G.
fromWTBY, CT
Just got mine this past week. I was fortunate to get it in 3 days shipped to the store when I ordered from the store. Shout out and a big thank you to Ivan and the crew from Guitar Center in Southington, CT. They were of great help. This is a great synth. As soon as it arrived to the store, I had it opened and connected so we can all enjoy the sounds. When I got home with it I immediately hooked it up to my powered speakers and started recreating sounds I am familiar with. It had me at wow with the sound that comes out of it. It is definitely a great addition to my arsenal of toys I have. I highly recommend getting this synth. Behringer killed it. Looking forward to buying more from Behringer.
Q&A
Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.
submitted7 months ago
asked byLonny
fromIndio, California
Can one make percussion beats with this device?
No, it doesn't.submitteda year ago
asked byKC
fromCA
Does it have weighted, full-sized keys? Can you play chords or just single-key?
1) Not weighted but full size. 2) It can play 4 notes at a time.submitted4 years ago
asked byPete
fromNew york
Does this come with presets?
No, it doesn'tsubmitted4 years ago
asked byBlaise
fromCA
Does the Behringer poly D have a headphone out
Yes it does.submitted5 years ago
asked byMando
fromLos Angeles CA
When will you receive your poly d's?
This item is in stock and ready to ship.submitted5 years ago
asked byLester
fromMD
When will the Behringer Poly D Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer finally be ready to buy & ship?
The current date is set at 05-25-2020. Give us a call at 866-498-7882 and we can get you set up with an order to secure your place in line.