Behringer K-2 Video Review & Demo

Rishabh Rajan takes this clone of the Korg MS-20 from the 70s for a proper spin in his video review, looking at build quality, responsiveness and sound quality and characteristics.  

The semi-modular, analog re-creation of the Korg MS-20, the Behringer K-2 gets a complete going over by Rishabh Rajan in this video review:

There's lots to like about this $299 desktop hardware synthesizer... especially at the price and form factor and with eurorack compatibility.

Behrigner K-2 Main Features

  • Analog synthesizer with dual VCO design
  • Reproduction of original “MS-20” circuitry with matched transistors and JFETs
  • Analog signal path based on authentic VCO, VCF and VCA designs
  • Semi-modular architecture with default routings requires no patching for immediate performance
  • 4 variable oscillator shapes with variable pulse widths and ring modulation for ultimate sounds
  •  First-generation filter design (high pass/low pass with peak/resonance)
  • Dedicated and fully analog triangle/square wave LFO
  • 2 analog Envelope Generators for modulation of VCF and VCA
  • 16-voice Poly Chain allows combining multiple synthesizers for up to 16 voice polyphony
  • Complete Eurorack solution – main module can be transferred to a standard Eurorack case
  • 36 controls give you direct and real-time access to all important parameters
  • External audio input for processing external sound sources
  • Comprehensive USB/MIDI implementation with MIDI channel and Voice Priority selection
  • 3-Year Warranty Program

 

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