Behringer UB-1 Micro Release – portable analog synthesizer

Behringer has released an ultra-compact instrument – the UB-1 Micro portable analog synthesizer, which comes with Oberheim Matrix-style oscillators and filters.

The product is equipped with two DCOs, a classic four-pole low-pass filter (24 dB), and offers two envelope generators for VCF and VCA and two LFOs for the filter and oscillators. The new product has a three-pattern arpeggiator, 32 memory presets (programmable using the SynthTribe app), and supports MIDI via USB. It should be noted that the device can be powered from a smartphone, power bank, or laptop. In addition, a MIDI controller, such as the Behringer SWING, can be connected to the synthesizer for additional control and functionality.

Behringer UB-1 Micro Main Features:

• Programmable synthesizer with 2 DCOs and classic 4-pole filter
• Legendary 3396/3397 analog chip design, found in the Oberheim Matrix 6/1000
• 16 touch-sensitive keys for great playability
• Comes loaded with 32 Ultimate Patches sound presets, with easy expansion through the SynthTribe app
• Arpeggiator with 3 patterns and hold function
• Individual envelopes for VCF and VCA for creative sound shaping
• 2 powerful LFOs to control filter and oscillator tuning
• 6 functions buttons and OLED display for easy and immediate parameter editing
• USB Type C connector allows powering via smartphone, power bank or computer
• Comprehensive USB/MIDI implementation (including CC control of all parameters and bulk load/save)

The Behringer UB-1 Micro will be available for $60. For more detailed information about this portable synthesizer, please visit the product page on the official Behringer website.