Behringer NEUTRON Paraphonic Analog and Semi-Modular Synth

NEUTRON Paraphonic Analog and Semi-Modular Synthesizer with Dual 3340 VCOs, Multi-Mode VCF, 2 ADSRs, BBD Delay and Overdrive Circuit in a Eurorack Format

• Paraphonic synthesizer with authentic dual 3340 analog oscillators for insanely fat music creation
• Pure analog signal path based on legendary VCO design to recreate classic sound performance
• Semi-modular architecture with default routings requires no patching for immediate performance
• Oscillator waveform control blends seamlessly between 5 shapes (tone mod, pulse, sawtooth, triangle, sine)
• Individual pulse width / tone mod control provides ultimate sounds
• Paraphonic mode allows both oscillators to be independently controlled
• Self-oscillating, multi-mode VCF with dual output (e.g. LP+HP available on jacks)
• 2 analog ADSR generators for modulation of VCF and VCA
• Multiple stage analog delay based on legendary BBD (Bucket Brigade Delay) technology
• Flexible LFO with five waveform shapes, MIDI clock sync and key sync
• Noise generator dramatically expands waveform generation
• Overdrive circuit adds rich analog warmth and edge to your sounds
• 36 controls and 7 buttons give you direct and real time access to all parameters
• Utility functions including attenuators, multiples, slew rate limiter and summers for creative patching flexibility
• 32 in / 24 out jack matrix for an incredible amount of patching options
• Patchable audio-rate sample and hold with glide for added creativity
• Powerful headphone output with dedicated level control
• External audio input for processing external sound sources
• Comprehensive USB/Midi implementation for connection to keyboard/sequencer
• 3-Year Warranty Program*
• Designed and engineered in the U.K.

A Brief History of Analog Synthesis
The modern synthesizer’s evolution began in 1919, when a Russian physicist named Lev Termen (also known as Léon Theremin) invented one of the first electronic musical instruments – the Theremin. It was a simple oscillator that was played by moving the performer’s hand in the vicinity of the instrument’s antenna. An outstanding example of the Theremin’s use can be heard on the Beach Boys iconic smash hit “Good Vibrations”.

Ondioline
In the late 1930s, French musician Georges Jenny invented what he called the Ondioline, a monophonic electronic keyboard capable of generating a wide range of sounds. The keyboard even allowed the player to produce natural-sounding vibrato by depressing a key and using side-to-side finger movements. You can hear the Ondioline on Del Shannon’s “Runaway”.

Storytone Piano
Designed by famous piano manufacturer Story & Clark in association with RCA, the Storytone piano debuted at the 1939 New York World’s Fair. Hailed as the world’s first electric piano, the Storytone is prized by musicians and collectors alike for its realistic piano sound – only 500 or so were ever built.

Mellotron
Finding a high level of acceptance in the 1960s, Harry Chamberlin’s Mellotron was an electro-mechanical keyboard that generated sounds by playing back pre-recorded tape loops. Although tempermental and prone to pitch and mechanical issues, the Mellotron was used extensively by many U.K. artists. Classic tracks from the Moody Blues “Days of Future Passed”, the Beatles “Strawberry Fields Forever”, and the Rolling Stones “She’s a Rainbow” are prime examples.

Attribute author: By Buzz Andersen from San Francisco, California, United States Mellotron | NAMM 2007

• Dual 3340 oscillators create rich analog sounds
• Semi-modular design offers patch-free performance
• Multi-mode VCF with self-oscillation capability
• BBD delay and overdrive enhance sonic depth
• Flexible LFO with MIDI and key sync features
• 32 in/24 out jack matrix for extensive patching
• USB/MIDI connectivity for seamless integration