Behringer SPICE

Analog Semi-Modular Polyrhythmic Synthesizer with 2 Oscillators, 4 Sub-Oscillators, Multi-Mode Filter and Dual 4-Step Sequencer

Add that much-needed heat in your setup and crank out mind-bending polyrhythms with the Behringer SPICE an incredibly unique polyrhythmic synthesizer that’s capable of creating incredibly complex and intricate sequences your audience will get a kick out of!

FEATURES

• Analog semi-modular polyrhythmic and subharmonic synthesizer for insanely fat music creation

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

• Dual VCOs with square and sawtoooth waves with 4 sub oscillators for a huge range of sounds

• Stack oscillators create 6 sound sources for 6-note pseudo-polyphony

• Multi-mode 24 dB resonant ladder filter with Cutoff, Resonance and envelope controls

• Dual 4-step analog sequencer and polythythm generator for complex and inspiring grooves and rhythms

• Variable quantizers allow for easy interval setting with either temperament or intonation

• VCA section with Attack, Decay and Volume controls

• VCF envelope generator with Attack, Decay and Envelope controls

• Manual and clock-syncable tempo controls

• Semi-modular design with default routings requires no patching for immediate performance

• 16 x 16 I/O matrix for incredibly vast and flexible patching options

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

• Multiple clocking sources including MIDI/USB for synchronization with other equipment

• Comprehensive MIDI implementation with MIDI channel and Voice Priority selection

VCO
At the heart of SPICE is its two VCOs that each come with square and sawtooth waveforms, two sub-harmonic oscillators plus a mixer section that contains level controls for the main VCO and the two sub-oscillators. Stack each of these oscillators up and you’ll have a nice layered pseudo-polyphonic sound. SPICE also features a 24 dB ladder filter, VCA and VCF Envelope sections for additional sculpting.

Sequencers
SPICE comes with two 4-step sequencers that are clocked with the 4 polyrhythm generators. There’s a lot of math that goes on behind the scenes, but all the sequencers output to the tempo control which can be set manually or via an external clock. All you need to worry about is that you can come up with some out-of-this-world polyrhythms!

Rock Right Out-of-the Box!
Although SPICE doesn’t require lifting a single patch cable its semi-modular architecture lets you easily tap into so many more dimensions of your sound by patching into your other Eurorack synths and modules.

An Amazing Value
If you’ve ever wanted a synth that’s a bit out of the ordinary, then SPICE is right up your alley. Complex polyrhythms, intricate and layered sub-harmonics, the Behringer SPICE is going to be a great addition to your setup.

SPECIFICATIONS

Synthesizer Architecture
Number of voices: Monophonic
Type: Analog
Oscillators: 2 VCO
VCF: LPF 24 dB/octave
Envelopes: 2 AD

Connectivity
Power switch: Push button on/of
MIDI In: 5-pin DIN / 16 channels
USB (MIDI): USB Micro
Headphones: 3.5 mm TRS, stereo, 5 mW 32Ω

USB
Type: Class compliant USB Micro
Supported operating systems: Windows 7 or higher Mac OS X 10.10 or higher

Oscillator Section
Controls:

• VCO 1 Frequency
• VCO 1 Sub 1 Frequency
• VCO 1 Sub 2 Frequency
• VCO 1 Level
• VCO 1 Sub 1 Level
• VCO 1 Sub 2 Level
• VCO 2 Frequency
• VCO 2 Sub 1 Frequency
• VCO 2 Sub 2 Frequency
• VCO 2 Level
• VCO 2 Sub 1 Level
• VCO 2 Sub 2 Level

Buttons    

• Seq 1 Assign Osc 1, Sub 1, Sub 2
• Seq 2 Assign Osc 2, Sub 1, Sub 2

Switches:

• VCO 1Waveform select
• VCO 2 Waveform select

Analog Filter Section
Controls:

• Cutoff
• Resonance

Envelope Section
Controls:

• VCA EG Attack
• VCA EG Decay
• VCA EG Volume
• VCF EG Attack
• VCF EG Decay
• VCF EG Amount

Sequencer Section
Capacity: 2 sequencers, 4 steps each, assignable clock division

Control:

• Tempo Sequence 1 x 4
• Sequence 2 x 4
• Division x 4

Buttons: 

• Reset, EG, Next
• Play/Stop, Trigger
• Sequence Octave
• Quantize
• Division assign x 8
• Patch Panel

Inputs: 

• 16 x 3.5 mm TS jack, DC coupled, normalled
• VCO 1 CV, VCO 1 Sub CV, VCO 1 PWM, VCA CV, VCO 2 CV, VCO 2 Sub CV, VCO2 PWM, VCF Cutoff CV
• Play, Reset, Trigger, Rhythm 1 CV, Rhythm 2 CV, Rhythm 3 CV, Rhythm 4 CV, Clock

Outputs:

• 16 x 3.5 mm TS jack, DC coupled, normalled
• VCA, VCO 1, VCO 1 Sub 1, VCO 1 Sub 2, VCA EG, VCO 2, VCO 2 Sub 1, VCO 2 Sub 2
• VCF EG, Seq 1, Seq 1 Clock, Seq 2, Seq 2 Clock, Clock, Trigger, Phones

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