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SDS-3
Back in the late ‘70s, the original SDS-3 was released which became one of the first drum synthesizers to appear on the market. And what a drum synth it was. With the ability to trigger effects with any audio signal, the original SDS-3 could effectively turn any mic’d up drum into a cool percussion synth instrument.
In today’s synth landscape, the original machine is somewhat of a unicorn, but that isn’t going to stop us. We want to bring back this classic and a fun, unique way to add percussions to your songs. This is the Behringer SDS-3.
Faithful to the Original
SDS-3 is an authentic reproduction of the original circuitry from the ‘70s which means it’s got all the same quirks and characteristics that so many musicians loved with the original release, but we naturally had to update some features to make it compatible with lots of various modern setups.
Hit It Right
SDS-3 features 4 identical drum channels that have controls for adjusting different elements of a beat. You can add a click at the start of a sound (similar to a stick hitting a drum), adjust decay, bend a note up or down, change the pitch of a signal coming through as well as the range of LFO and effects from the Master/Effects section. The most fun way of triggering the channels is by mic-ing up a drum to each of the channels and just playing. The inputs are even velocity sensitive and responsive to your playing dynamics.
Dial in the Vibe
The Master/Effects section of SDS-3 affects all four channels. Here you can adjust overall pitch, LFO rate, range, shape (between square or sine wave), Run Time and Output Level. Aside from triggering effects via mic input, you can also trigger SDS-3 via MIDI or USB. Combined, everything about SDS-3 allows you to give color and a lot of personality to your songs, making for an exciting playing and listening experience.
Eurorack Ready
Designed to handle the rigors of life on the road or in the studio, SDS-3 can easily be transferred to any standard Eurorack case for the perfect integration into your setup.
| Product Name | Behringer SDS-3 Classic 4-Channel Analog Drum Synthesizer |
|---|---|
| Brand | Behringer |
| Condition | New |
| MPN | 0718-ACA86-US1 |
| UPC | 787790572954 |
| Shipping Option | Free Shipping to the Continental U.S. |
What's in the Box?
- Behringer SDS-3 Classic 4-Channel Analog Drum Synthesizer
- Classic analog polyphonic drum synthesizer from the ‘70s
- Authentic reproduction of original Simmons SDS-3 circuitry
- Infinite percussion sounds including Toms, Bass Drums, Cymbals, Bells, Gongs, Vibes, Thunder, Jumbo Jets, etc.
- Special effects channel for indescribable sound modulation effects
- 4 drum channels with separate controls for clock, decay, bend, pitch, noise and assignable decay kill
- Sounds can be triggered via analog control input, MIDI and USB
- 4 independent analog outputs for external processing and recording
- 57 controls give you direct and real-time access to all important parameters
- Complete Eurorack solution – main module can be transferred to a standard Eurorack case
- Comprehensive MIDI implementation with MIDI channel, Velocity and Voice Priority selection
Specifications
| Synthesizer Architecture | |
| Number of Voices | 4 x Monophonic |
| Type | Analog |
| Oscillators | 4 Self-oscillating diode ladder filters / 4 x white noise |
| LFO | 1 LFO |
| RUN | 1 S&H |
| Connectivity | |
| Power Switch | Push button (rear panel) |
| MIDI In | 5-pin DIN |
| MIDI Thru | 5-pin DIN |
| USB | USB 2.0 Type B socket |
| Audio Outputs | 3.5 mm TS jack (mix) / 4 x 3.5 mm TS jack channel outs / 6.35 mm (1/4") TS jack (rear panel) |
| Microphone Inputs | 4 x 3.5 mm TS jack |
| Microphone Outputs | 4 x 3.5 mm TS jack |
| Pitch Pedal Input | 1 x 3.5 mm TRS jack / 1 x 6.35 mm (1/4") TRS jack (rear panel) |
| Decay Kill Input | 1 x 6.35 mm (1/4") TS jack (rear panel) |
| USB | |
| Type | Class compliant USB 2.0 Type B |
| Supported Operating Systems | Windows 7 or higher / macOS 10.10 or higher |
| Master / Effects Section | |
| Controls | Master Output, Overall Pitch, LFO Rate, Run Time |
| Switches | LFO Range (Slow/Fast), LFO Shape (Square/Sine), LFO On/Off, Run On/Off |
| Channels | |
| Controls | Channel Level x4, Impact Click x4, Decay Time x4, Bend Level x4, Mic Sensitivity x4, Pitch x4, Balance x4, Effect Range x4 |
| Switches | Mic On/Off x4, Pitch Up/Down x4, LFO On/Off x4, Run On/Off x4 |
| Power Requirements | |
| Voltage | 12 V DC |
| PSU | 1000 mA |
| Current Draw | 800 mA (+12 V Eurorack) |
| Physical | |
| Standard Operating Temperature | 5°C – 45°C (41°F – 113°F) |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 95 x 375 x 136 mm (3.7 x 14.76 x 5.4") |
| Eurorack | 70 HP |
| Weight | 1.51 kg (3.33 lbs) |
Behringer SDS-3 Classic 4-Channel Analog Drum Synthesizer
SDS-3
Back in the late ‘70s, the original SDS-3 was released which became one of the first drum synthesizers to appear on the market. And what a drum synth it was. With the ability to trigger effects with any audio signal, the original SDS-3 could effectively turn any mic’d up drum into a cool percussion synth instrument.
In today’s synth landscape, the original machine is somewhat of a unicorn, but that isn’t going to stop us. We want to bring back this classic and a fun, unique way to add percussions to your songs. This is the Behringer SDS-3.
Faithful to the Original
SDS-3 is an authentic reproduction of the original circuitry from the ‘70s which means it’s got all the same quirks and characteristics that so many musicians loved with the original release, but we naturally had to update some features to make it compatible with lots of various modern setups.
Hit It Right
SDS-3 features 4 identical drum channels that have controls for adjusting different elements of a beat. You can add a click at the start of a sound (similar to a stick hitting a drum), adjust decay, bend a note up or down, change the pitch of a signal coming through as well as the range of LFO and effects from the Master/Effects section. The most fun way of triggering the channels is by mic-ing up a drum to each of the channels and just playing. The inputs are even velocity sensitive and responsive to your playing dynamics.
Dial in the Vibe
The Master/Effects section of SDS-3 affects all four channels. Here you can adjust overall pitch, LFO rate, range, shape (between square or sine wave), Run Time and Output Level. Aside from triggering effects via mic input, you can also trigger SDS-3 via MIDI or USB. Combined, everything about SDS-3 allows you to give color and a lot of personality to your songs, making for an exciting playing and listening experience.
Eurorack Ready
Designed to handle the rigors of life on the road or in the studio, SDS-3 can easily be transferred to any standard Eurorack case for the perfect integration into your setup.
| Product Name | Behringer SDS-3 Classic 4-Channel Analog Drum Synthesizer |
|---|---|
| Condition | New |
| MPN | 0718-ACA86-US1 |
| UPC | 787790572954 |
What's in the Box?
Behringer SDS-3 Classic 4-Channel Analog Drum Synthesizer- Classic analog polyphonic drum synthesizer from the ‘70s
- Authentic reproduction of original Simmons SDS-3 circuitry
- Infinite percussion sounds including Toms, Bass Drums, Cymbals, Bells, Gongs, Vibes, Thunder, Jumbo Jets, etc.
- Special effects channel for indescribable sound modulation effects
- 4 drum channels with separate controls for clock, decay, bend, pitch, noise and assignable decay kill
- Sounds can be triggered via analog control input, MIDI and USB
- 4 independent analog outputs for external processing and recording
- 57 controls give you direct and real-time access to all important parameters
- Complete Eurorack solution – main module can be transferred to a standard Eurorack case
- Comprehensive MIDI implementation with MIDI channel, Velocity and Voice Priority selection
Specifications
| Synthesizer Architecture | |
| Number of Voices | 4 x Monophonic |
| Type | Analog |
| Oscillators | 4 Self-oscillating diode ladder filters / 4 x white noise |
| LFO | 1 LFO |
| RUN | 1 S&H |
| Connectivity | |
| Power Switch | Push button (rear panel) |
| MIDI In | 5-pin DIN |
| MIDI Thru | 5-pin DIN |
| USB | USB 2.0 Type B socket |
| Audio Outputs | 3.5 mm TS jack (mix) / 4 x 3.5 mm TS jack channel outs / 6.35 mm (1/4") TS jack (rear panel) |
| Microphone Inputs | 4 x 3.5 mm TS jack |
| Microphone Outputs | 4 x 3.5 mm TS jack |
| Pitch Pedal Input | 1 x 3.5 mm TRS jack / 1 x 6.35 mm (1/4") TRS jack (rear panel) |
| Decay Kill Input | 1 x 6.35 mm (1/4") TS jack (rear panel) |
| USB | |
| Type | Class compliant USB 2.0 Type B |
| Supported Operating Systems | Windows 7 or higher / macOS 10.10 or higher |
| Master / Effects Section | |
| Controls | Master Output, Overall Pitch, LFO Rate, Run Time |
| Switches | LFO Range (Slow/Fast), LFO Shape (Square/Sine), LFO On/Off, Run On/Off |
| Channels | |
| Controls | Channel Level x4, Impact Click x4, Decay Time x4, Bend Level x4, Mic Sensitivity x4, Pitch x4, Balance x4, Effect Range x4 |
| Switches | Mic On/Off x4, Pitch Up/Down x4, LFO On/Off x4, Run On/Off x4 |
| Power Requirements | |
| Voltage | 12 V DC |
| PSU | 1000 mA |
| Current Draw | 800 mA (+12 V Eurorack) |
| Physical | |
| Standard Operating Temperature | 5°C – 45°C (41°F – 113°F) |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 95 x 375 x 136 mm (3.7 x 14.76 x 5.4") |
| Eurorack | 70 HP |
| Weight | 1.51 kg (3.33 lbs) |
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