Harness Analog Character and 1970s Synth Panache
From Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark and Images in Vogue to Kraftwerk and Herbie Hancock, an iconic 1970s drum machine became the cornerstone of an immense constellation of synth-fueled pop, rock, dance, and electronic works that continue to influence music today. Behringer’s Syncussion SY-1 reimagines that hallmark piece of gear for the modern producer’s workflow while meticulously capturing and preserving its analog circuitry, much to the delight of Sweetwater’s synthesists. Its dual-channel architecture utilizes a pair of analog VCOs, each comprising six individually selectable oscillator modes. Both channels are outfitted with dedicated suites of LFO, Sample & Hold, envelope decay, width, and tuning controls, seamlessly navigated through its straightforward interface brimming with '70s-esque aesthetics. Its enhanced connectivity options span class-compliant USB 2.0 Type-B and 5-pin MIDI in and Thru connectors, and its removable housing allows you to utilize the Syncussion SY-1 in your Eurorack setup. No matter your production or performance preferences, the Syncussion SY-1 will seamlessly integrate and supplement your sound with flourishes of 1970s-flavored analog percussion.
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Oscillate wildly with six degrees of versatility
Like its predecessor, each channel includes six oscillator modes that can be independently designated: single-oscillator, FM, dual-oscillator mix, dynamic-oscillator mix, FM-noise mix, and pure noise. Pitch, envelope decay, and filter width parameters offer a broad array of sound-shaping capabilities, letting you inject all manners of momentum and dynamism into your percussive performance, from clanging snares and booming basses to speed-variable sweeps and otherworldly zaps. What’s more, each channel’s LFO can operate with square or triangle waves to modulate pitch or filter parameters that yield evocative vibratos and punchy punctuation.
Comprehensive connectivity
Behringer’s diligent dedication to sonic preservation has allowed them to craft the Syncussion SY-1 with connectivity options that merge past, present, and future performance potential. Per-channel Trigger inputs return with adjustable sensitivity controls for each voice that mitigate the risk of unintentional triggering, whether used as a desktop drum machine or integrated with your Eurorack case. Both channels can be tuned via external sources with the 3.5-millimeter TS sockets, or you can opt for the 16-channel, 5-pin MIDI input for expanded interoperative possibilities. Furthermore, the Syncussion SY-1 is compatible with Behringer’s Synthtribe desktop app, which can be used to design and edit patches by connecting to the drum machine’s MIDI-capable Class Compliant USB 2.0 Type-B port.
Note: Behringer’s Synthtribe desktop app is a free-to-download supplement that requires an internet connection and a Mac or PC. Please contact your Sweetwater Sales Engineer or review our SweetCare guide to address any questions or concerns regarding use and compatibility with your Syncussion SY-1 or studio setup.
Behringer Syncussion SY-1 Features:
- Dual-channel analog drum synth captures the percussive panache of a 1970s icon for classic tones with contemporary control
- Each analog VCO features six selectable oscillator modes to provide flexible foundations of percussive performance
- Detailed per-channel Sample & Hold, pitch, envelope decay, and filter width options support versatile sound shaping
- Sweep control includes bidirectional configurations with speed and range options that allow both channels to separately produce evocative swells and momentum
- Per-channel LFOs include square and triangle waveforms to conjure emphatic vibratos via pitch or filter-width modulation
- Removable housing lets you integrate the drum machine into your Euororack array through any available 80HP spot in your case
- Trigger and Pitch inputs enable multitudes of interoperative use with external sources, with adjustable trigger-input sensitivity to mitigate accidental triggering for pain-free performances
- Comprehensive connectivity comprises 5-pin MIDI in/thru ports alongside MIDI-capable USB 2.0 Type B port to accommodate any number of studio or stage workflows
- Synthtribe desktop app compatibility lets you edit, store, and recall patches for your drum machine
