Behringer 2600 Gray Meanie Special Edition Semi-Modular Analog Synthesizer

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Key Features

  • Explore wild soundscapes with the Behringer 2600's semi-modular analog synth.
  • Craft unique sounds using three voltage-controlled oscillators (VCOs) for rich textures.
  • Get hands-on with classic synth architecture for vintage tones and modern sound design.
  • Integrate seamlessly with MIDI and USB connectivity for modern studio workflows.
  • Shape your sound with the 4-pole low pass filter, creating warm and resonant tones.
  • Add depth with the built-in mechanical spring reverb, perfect for ambient soundscapes.
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Behringer 2600 Gray Meanie Specifications

Inputs
  • VCO 1 / 2 / 3

    Frequency modulation (FM) control: 11x 3.5mm TS jacks, CV range: -10 V to +10 V
    Pulse width modulation (PWM): 2x 3.5mm TS jack, CV range: -5 V to +5 V, 1 V/10%

  • VCF

    Audio: 5x 3.5mm TS jacks, 50 k Ohm unbalanced
    Control: 3x 3.5mm TS jacks, CV range: -10 V to +10 V

  • ADSR / AR envelope generator

    S&H clock: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, threshold: > 6 V
    Gate in: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, threshold: +4 V
    Trig in: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, threshold: +5 V

  • VCA

    Audio: 2x 3.5mm TS jacks, 50 k Ohm unbalanced
    Control (linear): 1x 3.5mm TS jack, CV range: -10 V to +10 V
    Control (exponential): 1x 3.5mm TS jack, CV range: -10 V to +10 V

  • Mixer / reverb

    Audio: 2x 3.5mm TS jacks, 50 k Ohm unbalanced
    Left / right inputs: 2x 3.5mm TS jacks, 50 k Ohm unbalanced

  • LFO

    Ext vib in: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, 50 k Ohm unbalanced

  • Envelope follower

    Input: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, 100 k Ohm unbalanced
    Preamp input: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, 100 k Ohm unbalanced

  • Ring modulator

    VCO 1 input: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, 100 k Ohm unbalanced
    VCO 2 input: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, 100 k Ohm unbalanced

  • Voltage processor

    -10 V input: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, max. input level: +10 V
    Inputs 1 / 3 / 5: 3x 3.5mm TS jacks, max. input level: +10 V
    Keyboard CV input: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, max. input level: +10 V
    +10 V input: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, max. input level: +10 V
    Env follower input: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, max. input level: +10 V

  • Sample & hold

    Noise gen input: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, 50 k Ohm unbalanced
    Ext clock in: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, threshold: > 3 V

  • Back panel

    Interval latch: 1x 1/4" TRS
    Portamento footswitch: 1x 1/4" TRS

Outputs

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  • VCO 1 / 2 / 3

    Outputs (saw): 3x 3.5mm TS jacks, 1 k Ohm unbalanced
    Outputs (pulse): 3x 3.5mm TS jacks, 800 Ohm unbalanced
    Outputs (tri): 2x 3.5mm TS jacks, 1 k Ohm unbalanced (VCO 2 / 3 only)
    Outputs (sine): 2x 3.5mm TS jacks, 1 k Ohm unbalanced (VCO 2 / 3 only)

  • VCF

    Outputs: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, 1 k Ohm unbalanced

  • ADSR / AR Envelope Generator

    Output: 2x 3.5mm TS jacks, CV range: 0 V to +10 V

  • VCA

    Output: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, 1 k Ohm unbalanced

  • Mixer / reverb

    Post-attenuator outputs: 2x 3.5mm TS jacks, 1 k Ohm unbalanced
    Post-mixer output: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, 1 k Ohm unbalanced
    L / R outputs: 2x 1/4" TS, 500 Ohm unbalanced; 2x 3.5mm TS jacks, 500 Ohm unbalanced

  • LFO

    LFO (triangle): 1x 3.5mm TS jack, 1 k Ohm unbalanced
    LFO (square): 1x 3.5mm TS jack, 1.8 k Ohm unbalanced
    LFO delayed (sine): 1x 3.5mm TS jack, 1 k Ohm unbalanced

  • Envelope follower

    Output (preamp x1000): 1x 3.5mm TS jack, max. output gain: +60 dBu
    Output (preamp x100): 1x 3.5mm TS jack, max. output gain: +40 dBu
    Output (preamp x10): 1x 3.5mm TS jack, max. output gain: +20 dBu
    Output (env follower): 1x 3.5mm TS jack, max. output level: +14 V

  • Ring modulator

    Output: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, output level: -10 V to +10 V

  • Noise generator

    Output: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, output level: -10 V to +10 V

  • Voltage processor

    Inverter 1 output: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, output level: -10 V to +10 V
    Inverter 2 output: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, output level: -10 V to +10 V
    Lag output: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, output level: -10 V to +10 V

  • Sample & hold

    Internal clock out: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, max. output level: +10 V
    S/H out: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, max. output level: +14 V

  • Portamento / keyboard

    Trig out: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, output level: +14 V
    Upper voice: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, max. output level: +10 V
    Gate out: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, output level: +10 V
    Keyboard CV output: 1x 3.5mm TS jack, max. output level: +7 V

  • Phones

    Type: 1x 1/8" TRS jack, stereo
    Max. output level: 5 dBu
    Output impedance: 8 Ohm

Dual Inputs / Outputs

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  • Voltage processor

    Mult inputs / outputs: 4x 3.5mm TS jacks, all direct connection

  • Sample & hold

    Elec switch A / B / C: 3x 3.5mm TS jacks, A / C on or B / C on
    MIDI in / thru: 2x 5-pin DIN, 16 channels
    USB (MIDI): Type B

Controls

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  • VCO 1 / 2 / 3

    Sliders:
    Initial oscillator frequency: 10 (0.03) Hz / 100 (0.3) Hz / 1 (3.0Hz) kHz / 10 (30Hz) kHz, selectable
    Fine tune
    Pulse width: 10% to 90%
    Audio / LF (Kybd on / off)
    Sync on / off (VCO 2 / 3 only)
    S / H slider (VCO 1 / 2 only)
    ADSR
    LFO (VCO 1 only)
    VCO 1 (pulse, VCO 2 only)
    VCO 2 (sine, VCO 3 only)
    Noise generator (VCO 2 / 3 only)

    Switches:
    Audio / LF (kybd on / off); Sync on / off (VCO 1 / 2 only)

  • VCF / Resonator

    Sliders:
    Initial filter frequency
    Fine tune
    Resonance
    Ring modulator
    VCO 1 (pulse)
    VCO 2 (pulse)
    VCO 3 (saw)
    Noise generator
    Keyboard CV
    ADSR
    VCO 2 (sine)

    Switches:
    Mode: 4012 / 4072, selectable

  • AR / ADSR envelope generator

    Sliders:
    Attack time
    Decay time
    Sus level
    Release time
    Time factor
    Manual

    Switches:
    Time factor: 0.5x / 1x / 2x, selectable

  • VCA

    Sliders:
    Initial gain
    VCF
    Ring modulator
    AR
    ADSR

  • Mixer / reverb

    Sliders:
    VCF
    VCA
    Reverb L / R
    Pan

  • LFO

    Sliders:
    LFO speed
    Vib delay
    Vib depth

  • Envelope follower

    Sliders:
    Input gain
    Preamp gain

    Switches:
    Gain range: 10x (20 dB) / 100x (40 dB) / 1000x (60 dB) , selectable

  • Ring modulator

    Sliders:
    VCO 1 (saw)
    VCO 2 (sine)

  • Noise generator

    Sliders:
    Color: low freq / pink / white, adjustable Level

  • Voltage processor

    Sliders:
    -10 V gain
    Keyboard CV gain
    +10 V gain
    Increase lag time

  • Sample & hold

    Sliders:
    Level
    Rate

  • Portamento

    Sliders:
    Portamento: min to max

    Switches:
    On / off
    Momen

  • Keyboard

    Switches:
    Voice mode: mono / duo, selectable
    Repeat: keyboard /off / auto, selectable
    Trig mode: single / multi, selectable

    Phones level: 1x Rotary knob: 0 to 10

    Power: 1x Rocker switch

  • Back panel

    LED: 1x Rotary knob: min to max

    MIDI channel switches: 4x DIP switches

Synthesizer Architecture

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  • Number of voices

    Multiphonic

  • Type

    Analog

  • VCO

    3 (0.03 Hz to 40 kHz in 4 overlapping ranges)

  • LFO

    1 (0.25 Hz to 25 Hz)

  • VCF

    1x 4-pole low pass (24 dB/oct. slope)

  • VCA

    1

  • Envelopes

    AR, ADSR

  • Effects

    Mechanical spring reverb

  • Type

    Class compliant USB 2.0, type B

  • Supported operating systems

    Windows 7 or higher
    Mac OSx 10.6.8 or higher

  • External power adapter

    12 V DC, 2000 mA

  • Power consumption

    Max. 15 W

Environmental

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  • Standard operating temperature range

    41 Degree F to 104 Degree F (5 Degree C to 40 Degree C)

Physical

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  • Rack units

    95 HP

  • Dimensions

    19 x 14 x 4.3" (482 x 356 x 108mm)

  • Weight

    11.22 lbs (5.1kg)

  • UPC Code

    4033653032667

About Behringer 2600 Gray Meanie

Experience the power and versatility of the 2600 Gray Meanie Special Edition Semi-Modular Analog Synthesizer, a tribute to the iconic ARP 2600 synthesizer that revolutionized the music industry in the 1970s. This limited edition synthesizer, with its distinctive gray faceplate, is a nod to the original "Gray Meanie," a variant of the ARP 2600 that was embraced by legendary musicians like Edgar Winter, Pete Townshend, Herbie Hancock, and Jean-Michel Jarre.

The 2600 Gray Meanie synthesizer offers an authentic analog signal path, meticulously designed to replicate the ARP 2600's original circuitry from the '70s. It features matched transistors and JFETs, ensuring that you can recreate the timeless classics or carve your own unique musical journey.

This semi-modular synthesizer is equipped with a mechanical spring reverb, hand-selected components, and uni-color LEDs on each fader, all encased in a sleek paint job that will make your setup stand out. It allows you to generate virtually any sound with precision and ease, thanks to its triple VCO design and semi-modular architecture.

The 2600 Gray Meanie synthesizer is a powerhouse of sound-shaping capabilities. It features three VCOs with FM inputs, enabling you to switch between square, triangle, saw, sine, or pulse waveforms. This flexibility, combined with the multi-mode VCF that acts as the VCO mixer, allows for a wide range of tonal possibilities.

The synthesizer also boasts 93 patchable ins and outs, giving you the freedom to configure it according to your needs. It includes a variety of modules and effects such as a ring modulator, lag processor, sample and hold, Schmitt trigger, envelope follower, and a noise generator with continuously variable color.

The 2600 Gray Meanie synthesizer also features integrated ADSR and AR envelope generators, allowing you to create dynamic progressions in your compositions. The VCA section offers additional tone-shaping options, with differential inputs for both linear and exponential response.

With 78 faders and buttons, all intuitively laid out, the 2600 Gray Meanie synthesizer puts the joy back into music creation. Whether you're looking to recreate the classic sounds of the '70s and '80s or forge your own path, the 2600 Gray Meanie Special Edition Semi-Modular Analog Synthesizer is your ticket to a world of endless sonic possibilities.

Behringer 2600 Gray Meanie Features

  • Amazing analog synthesizer with triple VCO design allows for insanely fat music creation
  • Authentic reproduction of ultra-rare ARP Gray Meanie circuitry from the '70s with specially selected opamps and transistors
  • Semi-modular architecture requires no patching for immediate performance
  • 3 VCOs, each with LFO mode, FM inputs and multiple wave-shape outputs for an awe-inspiring palette of tonal possibilities
  • Multi-mode VCF with dedicated low-pass output and additional switched high/notch output
  • Incredible range of modules including ring modulator, lag processor, sample & hold, Schmitt trigger, and envelope follower
  • ADSR and AR envelope generators with switchable time factor
  • Fitted with a mechanical spring reverb for inspiring sound effects
  • Noise Generator with continuously variable color
  • 2 dedicated LFOs with pulse and sine wave outputs
  • Switched Post Filter Distortion (PFD) / Inverter option on voltage processor
  • Differential (+/-) input VCA with both linear and exponential control inputs
  • Additional functions include attenuator, mixer, inverter, slew rate limiter and 4-way multiple for creative patching flexibility
  • External audio input for processing of external sound sources
  • 78 controls give you hands-on direct and real time access to all parameters
  • 93 patchable inputs/outputs for the ultimate in configuration flexibility
  • Comprehensive MIDI implementation with MIDI channel and Voice Priority selection

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

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Product Documents

User Manual

Key Features

  • Explore wild soundscapes with the Behringer 2600's semi-modular analog synth.
  • Craft unique sounds using three voltage-controlled oscillators (VCOs) for rich textures.
  • Get hands-on with classic synth architecture for vintage tones and modern sound design.
  • Integrate seamlessly with MIDI and USB connectivity for modern studio workflows.
  • Shape your sound with the 4-pole low pass filter, creating warm and resonant tones.
  • Add depth with the built-in mechanical spring reverb, perfect for ambient soundscapes.

What's in the box:

  • Behringer 2600 Gray Meanie Special Edition Semi-Modular Analog Synthesizer
  • 12V DC Power Supply
  • User Manual
  • Adorama 1 Year Limited Warranty