New Sound Library Features 300 Patches For Behringer UB-Xa Synthesizer


Ultimate Patches has introduced UB-Xa Ultimate Patches, a collection of 300 patches for the Behringer UB-Xa synthesizer line.

They say that the collection spans vintage, modern and futuristic keys, polys, pads, leads and FX, and classic non-synth instruments: acoustic and electric guitars and basses, acoustic pianos, Rhodes and Wurlitzers, B3 organs, orchestral instruments and many others.

Official video demo:

UB-Xa Ultimate Patches is available now, with Black Friday pricing of $19.99. A free 15 Patch Taster Pack from the collection is also available.

Behringer UB-Xa Synth Gets Third-Party Standalone + VST Patch Editor


Developer Momo Müller lets us know that he’s introduced a dedicated patch editor for the Behringer UB-Xa synthesizer.

The UB-Xa Editor gives you direct access, from your DAW or from a standalone application, for editing the UB-Xa’s parameters. This can streamline patch editing, and the plugin version lets you record controller movements and save patches in your project.

It’s compatible with both the keyboard and desktop version of the UB-Xa, and with firmware v2.

Features:

  • Complex sound changes can be made easily and quickly.
  • Change UB-Xa Sounds directly from Editor.
  • All controllers can be automated.
  • X-Y modulation of all parameters
  • You can random the Controllers of the UB-Xa
  • You can use your UB-Xa as a sound module in the DAW!
  • You can create your own sound bank and use the sounds in other projects.
  • Included are 50 new sounds.


The Editor is available for:

  • PC: As VST2 and Standalone for 32bit and VST2, VST3 and Standalone for 64bit Windows.
  • MAC: As VST2, VST3, AU and Standalone, compatible with MAC Intel and Silicon.

The UB-Xa Editor is available now, priced at € 6.90 / $ 7.

Behringer UB-Xa v2.0 Fixes Bugs + Adds New Synthesis Options


Behringer has released updated firmware for the UB-Xa synthesizer, saying “This update isn’t just about fixing issues—it’s about giving you the tools to create without limits.”

New in Behringer UB-Xa v2.0:

  • Bug Fixes & Improvements:
    • No more ‘thumping’ sound when triggering envelopes.
    • The mod wheel now behaves “perfectly”, giving you full control over your LFO modulation.
    • Enhanced MIDI, arpeggiator, and sequencer functionality.
    • Dual Mode & Aftertouch improvements.
    • SYSEX and oscillator settings are smoother.
  • New Features:
    • Save and recall patches with precision, now including atrophy profiles, filter, VCO, VCF, and LFO settings.
    • Fine-tune your sound with precision editing for filter resonance.
    • Take advantage of new envelope modulation modes like Flip, Retrigger, Repeat, Loop, and Legato.
    • Enjoy expanded options in the Mod Matrix, including new destinations and sources.
    • Improved performance features like global transpose and enhanced live performance options.

Find out details on the Behringer website.