Behringer LmDrum Sampling Drum Machine Now Shipping
Behringer has announced that the LmDrum – a new drum machine that copies the look of the classic LinnDrum look – is now shipping from their factory.
The Behringer LmDrum is not designed to be a knockoff or clone of the original LinnDrum. Instead, it’s an original sampling drum machine that features samples from the LM1, LM1, LM9000 and other drum machines, an 8/12-bit sampling sound engine, and a look inspired by the LinnDrum. It also supports sampling via a built-in line input.
Behringer LmDrum Intro Video:
Features:
- Drum machine with 8/12-bit sampling sound engine
- 109 drum sounds including LM1, LM2, LM9000 and more
- Line input allows for live recording and storage of your own samples
- Analog circuitry including 3320 VCF and 2164 VCA
- 16 DACs with variable sample rate and 8/12-bit resolution
- 16-voice architecture with independent level and pan controls for each voice
- 64-step drum sequencer that supports poly-meter, step-repeat, note-repeat, real-time triggering, track-mute and track-solo
- 16 independent analog outputs for external processing or recording your rhythms as multi-track audio
- Integrated FX bus features Wave Designer and dual-mode Analog Filter with per voice assignment
- 16 velocity-sensitive drum pads with after touch
- Live recording, editing and playback of analog filter cutoff via automation
- Storage of up to 8 songs and 128 patterns, all of which can be imported/exported during playback for unlimited songs and patterns
- Pattern Mode allows arrangement of patterns into full songs and setting number of repeats per song part
- Song Mode allows chaining songs together for live sets and expanded compositions
- Auto Scroll feature enables improvisation in all modes
- Comprehensive MIDI In/Out/Thru plus USB implementation for synchronization and connection to external devices
- Sync options include USB, MIDI, Clock and Internal for maximum versatility
- Encoder for editing parameters such as Tempo, Swing, Probability, Flam and Random
- 128×64 LCD graphic display for easy editing of program parameters
- Headphone and main outputs on 1/4″ connectors
The Behringer LmDrum is now shipping from their factory, priced at $399/£369.00.
*Note that it typically takes a month or two from when they start shipping for new gear to be available at their retail partners.