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All-Analog Bass Synthesizer, with 16-step Sequencer, Arpeggiator, Four-pole Resonant VCF, and Poly Chain Capability - Tangerine
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The Legendary Sound of an Acid Icon

Hearkening back to the genesis of electronic music, the Behringer TD-3 analog synthesizer and sequencer produces the throbbing rhythms and greasy bass sounds that have defined electro-funk, acid, techno, and house for the last 30 plus years. The TD-3 is an authentic interpretation of its iconic predecessor, with an all-analog signal path, a 16-step sequencer, transistor wave-shaping circuitry, a built-in arpeggiator, and a four-pole resonant lowpass filter that oozes with character. When the techno and house producers at Sweetwater got their hands on the TD-3, there was no stopping the funk! Grimy, squelching, and unapologetic, the TD-3 is a retro-style groove machine reincarnated for contemporary producers and sound designers that you’re sure to love.

Unmistakable analog attitude

The Behringer TD-3’s signature growl and punch start with an authentic analog VCO. Select between a biting, aggressive sawtooth, or a bright, resonant square wave to lay the groundwork for your synth bass creations. Then twist and morph them with the TD-3’s four-pole resonant VCF until they bark, squawk, and shriek. And for total dystopic synth chaos, hit the drive switch and watch your listener’s faces melt.

Powerful and intuitive programming

Programming the TD-3’s onboard 16-step 7-track sequencer is a cakewalk. Compose your patterns in Step mode or use Keyboard mode to play and record them in real time and save up to 250 user patterns for instant recall. Breathe life into your sequences with programmable accents and slides and manipulate them using the TD-3’s 11 controls and 28 switches for dynamic performances. And for even more soundscaping awesomeness, tap into the onboard arpeggiator to build complex, evolving melodies and otherworldly effects.

Link multiple modules with Poly Chain

The TD-3 is a tiny terror all on its own, but, with its Poly Chain output, you can link it to multiple modules for insane 16-voice polyphony. And it plays well with others, easily integrating into your existing synth rig and DAW via 5-pin DIN and USB-MIDI, as a master or slave module.

Behringer TD3 Features:

  • An authentic interpretation of an iconic bass synth module
  • Single oscillator with switchable sawtooth and square waveforms
  • All-analog VCO, VCF, VCA signal path design based on legendary designs
  • Four-pole resonant filter to twist and morph your sounds
  • Powerful programmability, with 16-step sequencer with 7 tracks and 250 user pattern slots
  • Add depth and dimension to your patterns with programmable accents, slides, and real-time parameter manipulation using 11 controls and 28 switches
  • Link multiple modules over Poly Chain for up to 16-voice polyphony

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Bass Synthesizer with Sequencer
  • Pads: 13 x Key Buttons
  • Sounds: Sawtooth/Pulse Waveforms with Cutoff and Resonance Controls
  • Presets: 250 x User Patterns
  • Polyphony: Monophonic, 16-voice Poly Chain
  • Sequencer: 16-step, 7-track
  • Effects: Distortion
  • Analog Inputs: 1 x 1/8" TS (filter in)
  • Analog Outputs: 1 x 1/4" TS (line out)
  • Headphones: 1 x 1/8"
  • MIDI I/O: In, Out/Thru, USB
  • Other I/O: CV out, Gate out, Sync in
  • USB: 1 x Type B
  • Software: Behringer Synth Tool App
  • OS Requirements - Mac: OS X 10.8.5 or later
  • OS Requirements - PC: Windows 7 SP1 or later
  • Height: 2.2"
  • Width: 12"
  • Depth: 6.5"
  • Weight: 1.8 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 000-EDV02-00010

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Rated 3.5/5

Excellent but Partially Flawed Bass Synth

So the Behringer TD-3 is definitely fun when you get the hang of it but it also misses the mark on a couple of features. First off I have never used a real TB-303 so I'm not comparing it to that. I'm just commenting on this as a unique piece of gear. First off this thing sounds great AND fat. I found that the square wave oscillator is almost always better sounding the then saw. The controls are very intuitive and really are just asking to be tweaked in a live take. I found that for my purposes it was more useful to set the accent, decay, envelope, & resonance at my desired levels and just tweak the filter cutoff. Speaking of the knobs, I have to take off a point for the decay knob. I can barely hear an envelope decay of the filter with this thing. It is VERY fast and I really couldn't hear much difference between the completely closed and open values. This misses the mark even if it's exactly modeled after the 303. Also I know Behringer were going after making a faithful recreation of the TB-303 but the method for inputting notes is very cumbersome. Apparently it is exactly as it is on the 303 but it is not intuitive at first use. You have to enter all your notes first and then enter their lengths & any rests. It's not so bad after you get the hang of it but it leaves something to be desired compared to the modern Roland TB-3 which is a pretty great and intuitive sequencer. I take another point off the TB-3 for its horrendous USB MIDI. In short it is unusable. It creates a digital hum that of course you could mostly remove with notch filtering or something like iZotope RX but it should simply not be there. Standard din MIDI however does not have this problem and neither does analog sync. For the money the TD-3 delivers strong & powerful bass with pedigree. The various hardware color options make it fun finding the perfect counterpart to your studio or live setup. Honestly I hope to never part with mine and I truly have zero gear lust for a real 303. There may be flaws in comparison that I just have no concept of but I've recorded and jammed with the TD-3 and it simply is fun to use.
Music background: Electronic Music
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