Description
The Behringer UB-Xa Analog Polyphonic Synth is a true homage to the classic OB-Xa synthesizer offering an authentic reproduction complete with the original factory patches. With 16 voices and 2 VCOs per voice the UB-Xa delivers rich and dynamic sound that can be customised to your liking. The vintage mode allows you to choose from 8 different synthesizer signatures including the iconic OB-Xa and OB-8. The selectable dual-slope 12/24 dB analog low-pass filter per voice adds adjustable resonance giving you full control over your sound. It also features a flexible 8-channel modulation matrix dual-layer arpeggiators and sequencers and 2 dedicated LFOs with 7 waveform shapes for modulation. The 61 semi-weighted keys with poly after-touch and velocity sensitivity provide a tactile expressive playing experience. Recreate the Golden Age of synthesis Step back in time with the UB-Xas Vintage Mode. This feature allows you to select from 8 synthesizer signatures including the legendary OB-Xa and OB-8. With the UB-Xa you can recreate the iconic sounds that shaped the music of the past and bring them into the present. Limitless sound design With 16 voices and 2 VCOs per voice the UB-Xa gives you incredible flexibility and depth in your sound design. The oscillator sync mode adds a touch of complexity to your patches allowing you to create rich harmonics and complex textures. Whether youre layering two different sounds or splitting the keyboard the UB-Xas multi-timbral capability opens up a world of sonic possibilities. Faithful and authentic The UB-Xas VCOs and VCFs are based on the original 3340 and 3320 semi-conductor designs ensuring an authentic and true-to-the-original sound. Youll find sawtooth triangle and square waveforms at your fingertips with variable pulse width for added versatility. The selectable dual-slope 12/24 dB analog low-pass filter per voice with adjustable resonance allows for further tonal variety. Expressive playability Featuring 61 semi-weighted full-size keys with poly after-touch and velocity sensitivity the UB-Xa offers a responsive and expressive playing experience. The velocity and after-touch can used to add further movement to your performances. Endless sonic exploration The UB-Xa boasts a flexible 8-channel modulation matrix giving you the ability to modulate pulse width oscillator pitch and filter cutoff frequency. With 2 dedicated LFOs and 7 waveform shapes you have even more control over your sound allowing you to create intricate and evolving textures. Real-time parameter editing With 26 rotary controls and a high-quality LCD display the UB-Xa offers direct and real-time access to all important parameters. The assignable preset recall switches make it easy to switch between your favorite sounds on the fly giving you instant access to patches. Features Analog polyphonic synthesizer based on the classic architecture of the OB-Xa Includes original factory patches to tap into the classic power of its predecessor Vintage mode with eight different voicings to recreate aging components from Modern to Vintage to Gnarly 16 voices with two VCOs per voice and oscillator sync Bi-timbral design allows you to split or layer the keyboard between two different sounds VCO and VCFs based on recreations of the original 3340 and 3320 semiconductors that powered the original synth Both VCOs can create sawtooth triangle or square waveforms with pulse width modulation for tonal variety Dual slope analog low-pass filter with selectable 12 dB/octave and 24 dB/octave slopes and resonance 61 semi-weighted keys with polyphonic aftertouch and velocity sensitivity for expressive playing Eight-channel modulation matrix for expanding patches and adding movement and depth Dual-layer arpeggiator and sequencer with real-time transposition of stored sequences Two dedicated LFOs with 7 waveform shapes for a wide range of modulation curves Two ADSR envelope generators per voice provide control over filter and amp Stereo VCA per voice allows for voice or layer panning for a wide moving stereo field 26 rotary controls for fast hands-on real-time patching Quality LCD display with encoder for easy menu and parameter editing Assignable preset recall switches for quickly loading new programs Spring-loaded pitch and modulation paddles for additional performance options 512 user memory slots with “compare and match” to make patch parameters match synth panel Servo-balanced outputs for crisp accurate signal CV and pedal inputs for use with expression pedals and footswitches Compatibility with MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE) controllers for additional expression Full MIDI implementation with NRPN and CC control of parameters with bulk patch load and save Specifications Product Code: UB-XA Number of Voices: 16-voice bi-timbral Type: Analog Oscillators: 32 (2 VCOs per voice) LFO: 2 VCF: 1 low pass 2-pole (12 dB/oct) or 4-pole (24 dB/oct) switchable Envelopes: VCA VCF MIDI In/Out/Thru: 5-pin DIN/16 channels USB MIDI: USB 2.0 type B Main Output: 2 x 1/4″ TRS balanced max. 22 dBu Impedance: 50Ω Headphones: 1/4″ TRS stereo max. 25 mW dBu Impedance: 25Ω Foot Pedals: Vibrato: 1/4″ TRS balanced Filter: 1/4″ TRS balanced Foot Switches: Sustain: 1/4″ mono Program Advance: 1/4″ mono Hold: 1/4″ mono USB Type: Class-compliant USB 2.0 type B Supported Operating Systems: Windows 7 or higher Mac OS X 10.10 or higher Manual Section Controls: Volume: 0 to 255 Balance Master Tune Switches: Auto Chord Control Section Controls: Portamento OSC 2 Detune Switches: Unison Arpeggiator Section Controls: Rate Switches: Settings Hold On LFO Section Controls: LFO Rate Switches: Waveform LED: Sine Inverse Sawtooth Square Sawtooth Sample & Hold Trig SMP Modulation Section Controls: OSC 1 depth OSC 2 depth Switches: OSC 1 freq OSC 2 freq Filter freq OSC 1 PWM OSC 2 PWM Volume mod Oscillator Section Controls: Frequency 1 Pulse width Frequency 2 Switches: Saw waveform 1 Pulse waveform 1 Sync OSC 2 F-ENV (envelope follow) OSC 2 Saw waveform 2 Pulse waveform 2 Shift Keyboard Section Switches: Split (keyboard) Double (keyboard) Lower (keyboard) Upper (keyboard) Sequencer Section Switches: Rest/tie Record Stop Play/pause Filter Section Controls: Frequency Resonance Modulation Noise Switches: OSC 1 Half OSC 2 Full OSC 2 4 Pole Track Envelope Section Controls: Attack (envelope) Decay (envelope) Sustain (envelope) Release (envelope) Attack (filter) Decay (filter) Sustain (filter) Release (filter) Programmer Section Controls: Select encoder Switches: Compare Manual Write Preset/value − Preset/value + Display: 2 x line 16-digit LCD display Assignable Preset Recall Section Switches: 1/USB/MIDI 2/Vel/aft 3/Voice 4/Mod Keyboard and Controls Wheels: Pitch Modulation Controls: Rate Depth Switches: Waveform OSC 1 mod OSC 2 mod OSC 2 only (bend) Amount (bend) Transpose down Transpose up LED: Triangle Square Sawtooth Inverse Sawtooth Random Sample & Hold Keyboard: 61 full-size keys with velocity and polyphonic aftertouch
