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.

Bram Bos Introduces Solderbox Compact Semi-Modular Synthesizer For iOS


Ruismaker (Bram Bos) has introduced Solderbox, a compact semimodular synthesizer for iOS, made in collaboration with synthesist and mobile music making guru Jakob Haq.

Solderbox is heavily based on Haq’s own modular rack design, which features a lot of modules made by hand. The app is designed to offer a set of modular functions that is both comprehensive and eclectic, including several tools for generative synthesis, random signals and the surgical mangling of audio waves and modulation signals.

The official intro video from Haq:

Features:

  • Full Audio Unit compatibility (AUv3 instrument, audio effect)
  • Universal design (iPhone, iPad, MacOS AUv3)
  • Built-in Pulsequencer (LFO-based generative melody generator with custom scales)
  • 4 mode Low-pass filter (6, 12, 18, 24 dB)
  • 3 voice polyphony
  • Drone mode
  • Stackable patch cables
  • DIY Lo-Fi digital delay circuit emulation
  • All synth settings exposed a AU Parameters (for automation and MIDI learning in your host of choice)

Ruismaker Solderbox is available now for $12.99.

Supercritical Synthesizers Redshift 6 Synthesizer Now Available


Supercritical Synthesizers has announced that the Redshift 6 Variable Character Synthesizer is now available.

In addition, synthesist Kebu shared this ‘shut up and play’ style video demo for the Redshift 6:

The Supercritical Redshift 6 combines technology from the company’s previous products, the Demon Core Oscillator and the Neutron Flux Filter. Each of the six voices features a DCO, with analog waveforms generated under digital control. The filter core is an analog 4-pole state variable filter, also digitally controlled, to “act like almost any classic vintage synthesizer filter and more”.

In addition to the oscillators and filters, Redshift 6 offers modulators, flexible voice routing, multitimbrality, MPE, and DSP effects.

The Supercritical Redshift 6 is available now, with a street price of about $1,349/€1,259.