Behringer MS-5

Analog Synthesizer with 37 Full-Size Keys, 2 VCOs, Multi-Mode VCF, VCA, 2 LFOs, 2 Envelopes and Ring Modulator

Rock the stage with tremendous bass tones and mesmerize the crowd (and your band) with the Behringer MS-5, a pure analog synthesizer based on the original “SH-5” – making it a versatile and nuanced synth which can easily make its home in any setup.

FEATURES

• Amazing analog synthesizer with classic VCOs and VCFs that allows for insanely fat music creation

• 37 semi-weighted full-size keys featuring velocity functionality

• Authentic reproduction of original “SH-5” circuitry with matched transistors and JFETs

• Pure analog signal path based on authentic VCO, VCF and VCA designs

• 2 VCOs with 4 switchable waveshapes and variable pulse widths

• Classic multi-mode 24 dB diode filters with resonance for legendary performance

• Additional band-pass filter with resonance for incredibly complex sounds

• Ring modulator with LFO control and external input for rich metallic textures

• Signal mixer with multiple destinations for advanced sound design

• Soft and hard synchronization for VCO 2 allows for enhanced creativity

• 2 fully analog LFOs with saw, triangle, square and sine waveforms

• Sample & hold circuitry with adjustable delay time

• Noise generator with white and pink noise for expanded waveform generation

• 71 controls give you direct and real-time access to all important parameters

• Front panel can be laid flat or tilted in multiple angles for easy access of all controls

• External audio input for processing external sound sources

• Stereo outputs featuring servo-balanced stages for highest signal integrity

• 2 pedal inputs for controlling filter cutoff and oscillator pitch

• CV/Gate in and out for connecting to external equipment

• Comprehensive MIDI implementation with MIDI channel and Voice Priority selection

Faithful to the Original
The Behringer MS-5 is a faithful reproduction of the original “SH-5” circuit and it comes with 37 semi-weighted keys with velocity functionality allowing you to vary the intensity of a note with how hard or soft a key is pressed. Couple that with a purely analog signal path and you’ll be pushing out fiery riffs perfect for that next sci-fi masterpiece.

They Come in Twos!
The MS-5 comes equipped with two VCOs and LFOs that come with 4 switchable waveforms each plus an array of tone shaping options such as modulations pulse width, pitch, rate and delay time.

Put a Ring on It!
What made the original really great was its ring modulator and the MS-5 is no different. With the ring modulator you can create some unique sounding metallic and bell-like tones that add a lot of character to your riffs. The LFO controlled ring mod can be applied to VCOs 1 and 2 or any external source.

It’s All in the Mix!
If true sound sculpting is your thing, then the MS-5 has got you covered. The signal mixer has five sliders to adjust noise, VCOs 1 and 2, Ring Modulation and even external signals. And if you want to go even more complex with your sound, the additional band pass filter can be used to adjust frequency, resonance and level throughout a sequence to add that extra magic.

An Amazing Value
The Behringer MS-5 truly delivers the goods which means you can have a powerful unique sounding in your collection that opens up so many possibilities!

SPECIFICATIONS

Synthesizer Architecture
Number of voices: 2 Monophonic
Type: Analog
Oscillators: 2
LFO: 2
VCF: 1 4-pole low pass, 1-pole high pass
Band pass filter: 1
VCA: 1 VCA
Envelopes: 1 AR, 1 ADSR, 1 Fixed
Ring mod: 1
Sample / Hold: 1
Noise: White, pink