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Introducing big, fat, warp drive POLY D

Introducing big, fat, warp drive POLY D

Behringer

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.

Open Box Behringer Poly D Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer Level 2 197881458850
Open Box Behringer Poly D Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer Level 2 197881458850
Open Box Behringer Poly D Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer Level 2 197881458850

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

Synthesizer Architecture
  • 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
Connectivity
  • 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
External Control Inputs
  • 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
Internal Control Outputs
  • 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
Controllers Section
    Knobs:
    • Tune: -2 to +2, adjustable
    • Glide: 0 to 10, adjustable
    • Modulation Mix: (OSC 4/filter EG) to (noise/ext. mod source/LFO), adjustable
    Switches:
    • Modulation Source: OSC 4/filter EG
    • Modulation Source: Noise or external modulation source/LFO
    • Mode: Mono/Unison/Poly
    • Auto Damp: On / Off
    Oscillator Bank
      Knobs:
      • 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
      Switches:
      • Oscillator Modulation: On/Off
      • OSC 4 Control (by keyboard): On/Off
      Mixer Section

        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
        Switches:
        • OSC 1, 2, 3 and 4: On/Off
        • External Input: On/Off
        • Noise: On/Off
        • Noise Source: Pink/White
        • Indicators: Overload LED
        Filter Section
          Knobs:
          • 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
          Switches:
          • Filter Mode: Low Pass/High Pass
          • Filter Modulation: On/Off
          • Keyboard Control 1: On (1/3)/Off
          • Keyboard Control 2: On (2/3)/Off
          Loudness Contour Section
            Knobs:
            • 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 Section
              Knobs:
              • Distortion: 0 to 10, adjustable
              • Tone: 0 to 10, adjustable
              • Level: 0 to 10, adjustable
              • Switch: Distortion: On/Off
              Chorus Section
                Switches:
                • Chorus I: On/Off
                • Chorus II: On/Off
                • Chorus: On/Off
                • LED Indicators: Chorus I, Chorus II
                Output Section
                  Knobs:
                  • Volume: 0 to 10, adjustable
                  • Headphone Volume: 0 to 10, adjustable
                  • Switches: Power: On/Off
                  • LED Indicator: Power
                  Sequencer Section
                  • 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
                  LFO Section
                  • Knobs: LFO Rate: 0 to 10, adjustable
                  • Switches: LFO Waveform: Triangular/Square
                  • LED Indicator: LFO Rate
                  Keyboard and Controls
                  • Wheels: Pitch, Modulation
                  • Switches: Glide: On/Off, Transpose: Up/Down 1 octave
                  • Keyboard: 37 semi-weighted, full-size keys with velocity
                  USB
                  • Type: Class-compliant USB 2.0, Type B
                  • Supported Operating Systems: Windows XP or higher, Mac OS X 10.6.8 or higher
                  Power Requirements
                  • External Power Adaptor: 12VDC 1,000 mA
                  • Power Consumption: 10W max.
                  Environmental
                  • Operating Temperature Range: 41°F–113°F
                  Physical
                  • Dimensions: 3.5 x 25.5 x 14.2"
                  • Weight: 22.5 lb.

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                  Reviews

                  4.91

                  11 Reviews

                  91%

                  of respondents would recommend this to a friend

                  It's amazing
                  Solid
                  Amazing synth!
                  It meets what I expected
                  Filters
                  Best Uses
                  1. Electronic Music10
                  2. Learning6
                  3. Accompaniment5
                  4. Concerts5
                  5. MIDI5
                  Cons
                  1. Heavy3
                  2. Poor Instructions2
                  3. No delay and reverb1
                  4. needs a case for portability.1
                  Describe Yourself
                  1. Experienced5
                  2. Novice3
                  3. Professional Musician3
                  Pros
                  1. Easy to Use8
                  2. Responsive / Good Action7
                  3. Good Audio5
                  4. Portable5
                  5. Touch Sensitive Keys4

                  Reviewed by 11 customers

                  • It's amazing

                    5

                    submitted7 months ago

                    byRoss

                    fromTallahassee Florida

                    I'm a "poor" man that loves synths. This is the most I've spent on a synth and after handling and playing it I feel like it should've cost A LOT more money. This is the most fun I've ever had with a synth, and I love that you have the options to connect to midi (which I'm sure will be useful) but right now I can't stop playing on the keys. It feels like it WANTS you to play it. Like some kind of siren or possessed object. I'm hearing the voices again. Get the polyd it's worth it!

                  • Inspiration Machine

                    5

                    submitted7 months ago

                    byPat

                    fromKrautrock, USA

                    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

                    Really easy to use synth. Full of great sounds. Fiddle around for a bit and you'll have a new song. Or just pretend you're in Kraftwerk, whatever.

                  • Solid

                    5

                    submitted10 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!

                    5

                    Verified Buyer

                    submitteda year 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

                    5

                    submitteda year 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!

                    5

                    submitted2 years 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!

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                  Q&A

                  Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

                  • submitteda year ago

                    asked byLonny

                    fromIndio, California

                    Can one make percussion beats with this device?

                    Open Reply - Gear-Support
                    No, it doesn't.

                  • submitted2 years ago

                    asked byKC

                    fromCA

                    Does it have weighted, full-sized keys? Can you play chords or just single-key?

                    Open Reply - Gear-Support
                    1) Not weighted but full size. 2) It can play 4 notes at a time.

                  • submitted5 years ago

                    asked byPete

                    fromNew york

                    Does this come with presets?

                    Open Reply - Thomas
                    No, it doesn't

                  • submitted5 years ago

                    asked byBlaise

                    fromCA

                    Does the Behringer poly D have a headphone out

                    Open Reply - Ronald
                    Yes it does.

                  • submitted6 years ago

                    asked byMando

                    fromLos Angeles CA

                    When will you receive your poly d's?

                    Open Reply - Beau
                    This item is in stock and ready to ship.

                  • submitted6 years ago

                    asked byLester

                    fromMD

                    When will the Behringer Poly D Analog Polyphonic Synthesizer finally be ready to buy & ship?

                    Open Reply - Ronald
                    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.