Using the Synthtribe App with the Behringer 2600

The Behringer 2600 synthesizer is an analog synthesizer that has digital components that allow digital control via the included USB connections. The USB connection allows you to send MIDI to USB, but it also lets you calibrate the 2600 and perform factory resets and firmware updates. 

The Synthtribe app is where you’ll perform these functions and more, so in this guide we will show you how to navigate the windows and functions when using the Synthtribe application with your Behringer 2600. Follow the sections below to get started.

1. Download and install Synthtribe
2. General
   • Factory reset
   • Pitch Bend Semitones
   • Key Priority
3. Update

Download and install Synthtribe

Download the newest version of the Synthtribe software from the Behringer 2600 product page. Click Downloads, and select the version for Mac or Windows PC. Download and install it.

Connect your 2600 to the computer using a USB data cable, and launch Synthtribe.

General

The General tab of the Synthtribe app has a few different options to select from: a factory reset, Pitch Bend Semitones, and Key Priority. The factory reset option is self-explanatory, but the Pitch Bend Semitones and Key Priority play an important role on your performance.

Factory reset

NOTE: There won’t be any indication when the reset is complete, so it’s best to wait a few seconds before you do anything else.

If your 2600 is exhibiting odd behavior, one of the very first things you should try is a factory reset. Luckily, performing a factory reset on the 2600 is easy. Launch the app, go to the General tab, then click Restore to Factory Default Settings.

Pitch Bend Semitones

Pitch Bend Semitones is a good way to fine-tune your MIDI controller with your Behringer 2600. This option allows you to adjust the range of the pitch bend. Smaller amounts will result in minor changes of pitch; conversely, larger changes will result in a much larger range of pitch. For example, if you have Pitch Bend Semitones set to 2, the pitch bend functionality will have a range of two octaves. If it’s only set to 0.5, then the maximum range you’ll reach is half an octave.

Key Priority

The last option in the General tab is Key Priority. Key priority is based on the order in which keys are played. Here are the three options to choose from:

General tab

Update the Firmware

The Update tab only has one option to select from, and that is the firmware update. Behringer will release firmware updates from time to time to address any bugs from past firmware and to help fine-tune how the 2600 behaves. As soon as you click the Update tab, it will automatically scan for the latest firmware available. If there is an update, you’ll be prompted to update at that time. 

Update window

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