Saturday 12 May 2018

Behringer DeepMind 12

https://www.thomann.de/gb/behringer_deepmind12_reviews.htm?sid=beaca73ee742ce034a10ca609281481a

Soft, warm, bold

Holger B., 07.02.2017
The DeepMind 12 offers a huge amount of functions and oscillators for very little money, which is well-known, understandable and readable. Therefore, in the review, I will restrict myself only to the points that result from my practical experience with the device. There is nothing wrong with the functions. Some people complain that the waveform of the 2nd oscillator is not selectable in the classical sense. I, on the other hand, find this to be an advantage, since this special function contributes much to a distinctive sound and makes new things possible. I personally lacks in view of the many oscillators and functions Layer, Split or Dual (-Sound). Also a program chaining function, thus the possibility to set a chain or order of sound programs and then with the foot pedal at live performances would be very helpful. This is probably not to be expected in view of the price, but it is to be hoped that Behringer these functions by means of a software update (because technically nothing is opposed to it). Then I would only express myself in superlatives about the device. 
The most important is the sound. In my opinion, Behringer has succeeded in creating a distinctive sound that can be summarized in three words: warm, soft, and bold. I like this sound very well and therefore I bought the machine immediately. For me, Behringer concludes a gap that has long been painful on the market. People who want a distinctive different sound are perhaps well advised with other devices. My Bassstation II, for example, would rather be used for expressive bass lines or slanting tales, a Roland may have a more techno - logical grounding, a Yamaha might sound more acoustic, a Korg experimental, a Dave Smith or a higher - head rather more punchy, but that does not mean that DeepMind12 such sounds can not. They sound rather tendenziell as described above. There are no technical difficulties with the sound like noise or distortion, the basic sound is soft, clean and clear. The fan is almost not to be heard, the device is also no other operating noise such as humming of itself. 
The next important thing is the haptics or ergonomics. The machine comes in a massive steel case with wooden sides. It is a little difficult, but where is it still today? Also for the price? The keyboard makes a high-quality impression, the aftertouch is precise. All controllers are comfortable, tangible and handy. The display is not a touch with megapixels, but readable; All essential information is clearly structured and easy to handle, fast and precise with the rotary and push buttons. 
The third most important is reliability. So far I have not found any defect or concealed error, the machine seems to be top in order; Very high-quality processed and 3 years Thomann guarantee ensure that it remains so for three years. 
Behringer has succeeded in building a synth that many people dream of, probably also Uli Behringer himself. Who likes his sound and its features may be here without hesitation.

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