Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Behringer VD400 Vintage Analog Delay Effects

Behringer VD400 Vintage Analog Delay Effects Review



Behringer VD400 Vintage Analog Delay Effects Feature

  • Experience true analog delay and vintage slap-back echo that rivals any tape delay
  • Vintage BBDs produce up to 300 ms of delay and advanced noise reduction circuit keeps your signal clean
  • Dedicated Intensity, Echo and Repeat Rate controls for awesome sound shaping
  • Blue status LED for effect on/off and battery check
  • Runs on 9 V battery or the BEHRINGER PSU-SB DC power supply (not included)
Vintage Analog Delay Effects Pedal


Monday, February 27, 2012

Behringer EUROLIVE Pro Pack PA System

Behringer EUROLIVE Pro Pack PA System Review



Behringer EUROLIVE Pro Pack PA System Feature

  • Pro pack - Includes a mixer, 2 speakers, 3 microphones, 1 speaker cable and 1 male-to-female XLR cable.
  • 12-input 2/2-bus mixer - With XENYX microphone preamps and compressors, British EQ's, 24-bit multi-FX processor, USB/audio interface and Compact Behringer Edition music production software for your mixing needs.
  • 2 active 200W 2-way PA speaker system - With an 8" woofer and 1-1/2" compression driver for powerful sound.W3
  • 3 dynamic cardioids microphones - For vocal and instrument use with high signal output for true-to-life sound.X2
  • Rugged construction - Offers durability and long-lasting use.
This pro pack includes a mixer, 2 speakers and 3 microphones for your audio setup. The mixer features 12 inputs and a 24-bit mutli-FX processor for adding creative touches to your music.


Saturday, February 25, 2012

Behringer VP1 Authentic Vintage-Style Phase Shifter

Behringer VP1 Authentic Vintage-Style Phase Shifter Review



Behringer VP1 Authentic Vintage-Style Phase Shifter Feature

  • Authentic and classic three dimensional phase shifting - from rapid rotary speaker to impressive jet plane effects
  • Dedicated Rate control and separate Color switch for fine-tuning of effects speed and tone
  • Status LED for effect On/Off and battery check
  • True hard-wire bypass for ultimate signal integrity
  • Runs on 9 V battery or the BEHRINGER PSU-SB DC power supply (not included)
Authentic Vintage-Style Phase Shifter


Thursday, February 23, 2012

Behringer B215D Eurolive Speaker Active 550-Watt 2-Way PA Speaker System with 15_inch Woofer and 1.35-Inch Compression Driver - Black

Behringer B215D Eurolive Speaker Active 550-Watt 2-Way PA Speaker System with 15_inch Woofer and 1.35-Inch Compression Driver - Black Review



Behringer B215D Eurolive Speaker Active 550-Watt 2-Way PA Speaker System with 15_inch Woofer and 1.35-Inch Compression Driver - Black Feature

  • High-power 550-Watt 2-way PA sound reinforcement speaker system for live and playback applications
  • Ultra-compact and light weight system delivers excellent sound even at extreme sound pressure levels
  • Revolutionary Class-D amplifier technology: enormous power, incredible sonic performance and super-light weight
  • Internal switch-mode power supply for noise-free audio, superior transient response and very low power consumption
  • Extremely powerful 15'' long-excursion driver provides incredibly deep bass and acoustic power
Thanks to our revolutionary Class-D amplifier technology and internal switch-mode power supplies, EUROLIVE D Series loudspeakers provide a much better power-to-weight ratio than competing active speakers. Put simply, you get all the power without the back-breaking weight. And the sound quality of these lightweight loudspeakers exceeds that of our extremely popular EUROLIVE B212A and B215A systems — plus we've included two 200-Watt models, the B210D (10") and B208D (8") for less demanding applications. Due to their high-efficiency design, they crank out 550/200 of the cleanest, punchiest audio Watts you've ever heard from a compact loudspeaker system. The integrated sound processor provides total system control, along with dependable protection of the LF and HF transducers, thanks to the built-in active high-pass filter, which virtually eliminate distortion — even at extreme operating levels. In addition, all four models feature an Ultra-Low Noise (ULN) Mic/Line input with LEVEL control and a dedicated 2-band EQ (bass/treble) for easy control.


Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Behringer FBQ800 Ultra-Compact 9-Band Graphic Equalizer

Behringer FBQ800 Ultra-Compact 9-Band Graphic Equalizer Review



Behringer FBQ800 Ultra-Compact 9-Band Graphic Equalizer Feature

  • Ultra-compact 9.5" graphic equalizer for studio and stage applications
  • Revolutionary FBQ Feedback Detection System instantly reveals critical frequencies and can also be used as Audio Analyzer
  • Additional Low Cut filter removes unwanted frequencies, e. g. floor rumble
  • Accurate 6-digit LED Input/Output meters and Level control for precise level indication
  • High-quality illuminated faders, potentiometer and illuminated switches for long-term reliability
If we all lived in a perfect world, there would be no need for audio equalization. Sound systems would be perfect and would reproduce perfect signals in all their glorious perfection. Also, everyone in that perfect world would like the same amount of bass, midrange and high frequency, and there would be no such thing as feedback. But the world isn't perfect, is it? Even the best sound system can benefit from the use of a good EQ--like the FBQ800.

Even the best sound system can benefit from the use of a good EQ. Click to enlarge.

1/4-inch and RCA inputs and outputs.

Nine steps of graphic EQ.

How Does it Work?
Imagine the frequency range of the sound you hear as a highway, a very wide one with nine lanes. Each of these "lanes" represents a single octave of the sonic spectrum. The first four lanes, labeled 63 - 500 (Hz) contain the really low frequency sound content, mainly bass, bass vocals, and the kick and tom drums. The three lanes labeled 1 k, 2 k and 4 k (Hz), make up the fundamental zone of most musical instruments and the male and female vocals. 8 k and 16 k cover the frequency range of cymbals, snare drums and higher pitched percussion instruments. The FBQ800 allows you to control the flow of audio traffic in each of these nine lanes. When properly applied, EQ makes it possible to hear all of these frequency ranges equally, thus the term equalization.

Feedback Elimination
When a specific frequency, or range of frequencies, reaches too high a level, feedback occurs--that all-too-familiar squeal or howl you get when the mic is too close to the speaker. Basically, feedback happens when there is so much of a particular frequency that it is picked up by the mic and run through the system again. That's why feedback typically gets louder and louder the longer it's allowed to occur. Needless to say, this kind of feedback is very undesirable.

This is where the FBQ800's Feedback Detection System really works its magic. In this ingenious circuitry, LEDs on the individual faders light up when that frequency band is approaching the danger zone. All you need do is lower the illuminated slider until the LED blinks out--voilá, feedback problem solved! What once required a highly trained ear is now an activity that even a child can master.

Sonic Toolkit
That really is the best way to describe the FBQ800. With its nine frequency bands, you easily fine-tune your sound and instantly eliminate feedback. And each fader can be used to boost or cut the frequency range it controls by as much as 12 dB (and that's a lot!).

Special attention is paid to the low frequency zone. In addition to low frequency faders, the FBQ800 features a Low Cut filter for removing unwanted low frequencies such as fl oor rumble, room resonance, electrical hum, etc. This is especially handy if your system is being used for speech rather than music.

To Boost or to Cut, That is the Question
Raising and lowering specific frequency bands can improve the frequency response of any room's acoustics. For instance, if the room you're in is "bass-heavy," lowering the 63 and 125 Hz faders can help eliminate an overall "boomy" or "muddy" sound. Likewise, gently boosting the 8 and 16 k sliders can add sparkle to a somewhat "dark" mix. Are the vocals getting lost in the mix? Raising the level of the 1 k slider can help bring them out.

It's important to note that raising a single fader level is not always the best solution; it's often better to lower the bands surrounding the frequency you want to bring out, and then boost the overall volume level to achieve better headroom.

Built for Accuracy and Reliability
Speaking of headroom, FBQ800's 6-digit LED Input/Output meters and level control are provided for precise level maintenance. Longterm reliability is ensured, thanks to high-quality illuminated faders and switches, and our ultra low-noise audio operational amplifiers provide outstanding sonic performance. In addition, all Mini Series components may be stacked to create an ultracompact signal processing solution.

What's in the Box
Behringer FBQ800 Ultra-Compact 9-Band Graphic Equalizer, Power Supply, User's Manual Ultra-Compact 9-Band Graphic Equalizer with FBQ


Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Behringer EUROLIVE B215XL 1000-Watt 2-Way Pa Speaker System with 15 Woofer And 1.75 Titanium Compression Driver (Black)

Behringer EUROLIVE B215XL 1000-Watt 2-Way Pa Speaker System with 15 Woofer And 1.75 Titanium Compression Driver (Black) Review



Behringer EUROLIVE B215XL 1000-Watt 2-Way Pa Speaker System with 15 Woofer And 1.75 Titanium Compression Driver (Black) Feature

  • High-power 2-way PA sound reinforcement speaker system for live and playback applications (250 Watts Continuous / 1000 Watts Peak Power)
  • Ultra-compact and light weight system delivers excellent sound even at extreme sound pressure levels
  • Extremely powerful 15" long-excursion driver provides incredibly deep bass and acoustic power
  • State-of-the-art 1.75'' titanium-diaphragm compression driver for exceptional high-frequency reproduction
  • Ultra-wide dispersion, large-format exponential horn
These loudspeakers take everything musicians love about the original B215 and upgrade them with the same bass and treble/mid transducers found in Behringer's wildly popular B215A active versions for even better sound and power handling. And with integrated overload protection circuitry, they arrive ready to push it to the limit without putting their high or low frequency drivers in danger.

High-power 2-way PA sound reinforcement speaker system for live and playback applications (250 Watts Continuous / 1000 Watts Peak Power). Click to enlarge.

View feature diagram. Click to enlarge.

Also available in white.

Triumphant Transducers
Every stitch of these loudspeakers is built to deliver, but the fact is that their transducers (woofers and tweeters) are the only part you actually hear. While some manufacturers are okay with putting off-the-shelf transducers in their boxes, we custom-design and build ours from scratch. Not only do we wind our own voice coils, we grow the trees that are processed into the paper pulp that becomes the cones. We even machine the frames and backplates. BEHRINGER's quality is truly under control.

Big Sound, Lightweight, Low Price
Big here, small there, lots of this, light on that--everyone's got their preferences, but the EUROLIVE B215XL has proportions we can all agree upon. These loudspeakers pack a clean, punchy wallop (and can handle up to 1000 Watts), they are easy to lift by their recessed handles (38.7 lbs) and are available at insanely low prices. Who wouldn't want to hook up with one of these beauties?

Stand-Mountable
The B215XL is perfect either as part of a PA system or as an onstage monitor. If the situation calls for a PA, mount the speakers on stands via the 35mm pole socket. From there, send a line from the MAIN OUT of a mixer (such as a XENYX 1202FX) to a power amplifier (like the EUROPOWER EP1500). Finally, attach B215XL to each of the amp's outputs. These loudspeakers have inputs for both professional speaker cable and 1/4-inch cable. Because these loudspeakers have two parallel inputs, you can connect up to two of them to any channel on a power amp.

But they don't have to be confined to an upright position. Just lay them on their sides for use as a floor monitor. You'll find that they tilt to the ideal angle for onstage monitor wedge applications.

Choose White, Black, on or off the Wall...
You asked for it, and now Behringer is proud to offer these loudspeakers in black or white. You can also purchase swiveling wall-mount brackets for the B215XL. That means they're ready to fit even more comfortably into a venue's color scheme and layout.

What's in the Box
Behringer EUROLIVE B215XL, User's Manual 1000-Watt 2-Way PA Speaker System with 15" Woofer and 1.75" Titanium Compression Driver (black)


Sunday, February 19, 2012

Behringer PB1000 Universal Effects Pedal Floorboard

Behringer PB1000 Universal Effects Pedal Floorboard Review



Behringer PB1000 Universal Effects Pedal Floorboard Feature

  • Ultra-compact and lightweight pedal board for transporting up to 12 effects pedals
  • Generous 1.7 A power adapter included for powering more than 12 devices* - includes all cabling
  • Ultra-rigid plastic design withstands even heavy impact
  • High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life
  • Pedals link together to make it very easy to use
Love your pedal chain? Rather than tossing your effects and their individual power adapters into a duffel bag after a gig, keep them safe--and ready to rock at a moment's notice--with the PB1000.

This pedal board makes hooking up 12 pedals as easy as hooking up just one. Click to enlarge.

Heavy-impact plastic protects your pedals from the rigors of the road. Click to enlarge.

It's All About Connections
This pedal board makes hooking up 12 2.5" x 4.5" pedals as easy as hooking up just one (of course, if you're using pedals that aren't 2.5" x 4.5", the snug foam padding can be cut to accommodate pedals of varying shapes). The PB1000 includes 1/4-inch patch cables, so you can leave your pedals connected to one another, ready to pass signal even when you're transporting them. It also comes with 1 x 12 daisy chain cabling so that when you plug in the 1.7 A power adapter, all your pedals receive power.

The Ins and Outs
Connect your guitar, bass or keyboard to the single 1/4-inch input in the upper right corner of the board. A pair of 1/4-inch jacks in the upper left corner allow you to connect stereo effects, and two 1/4-inch jacks send a left and right stereo signal to up to two amps. When it is time to load out, just unplug the power supply, disconnect your guitar and amp, put the lid back on the PB1000 and slide the locking latches back into place.

Pedal Protection
The PB1000 is made of heavy-impact plastic, a casing that will protect your pedals from the rigors of the road, including heavy impacts.

What's in the Box
Behringer PB1000, User's Manual Universal Effects Pedal Floor Board with Integrated Power Supply


Saturday, February 18, 2012

Behringer Speaker MS40 Digital 40-Watt Stereo Near Field Monitors

Behringer Speaker MS40 Digital 40-Watt Stereo Near Field Monitors Review



Behringer Speaker MS40 Digital 40-Watt Stereo Near Field Monitors Feature

  • 2-way active studio monitors ideally suited for computer studios, audio and multimedia workstations and keyboard monitoring
  • Built-in powerful 2 x 20-Watt amplifiers with immense headroom
  • Powerful woofers and high-resolution tweeters provide an ultra-linear frequency response
  • Ultra-high resolution 24-bit/192 kHz D/A converters for an incredible dynamic range
  • Optical and coaxial inputs to directly connect digital audio sources by S/PDIF interface
Behringer ms40 studio monitors are 24-bit/192 khz digital 40-watt stereo near field speakers. these compact, super-affordable 2 x 20-watt near field monitors feature ultra-high resolution 24-bit/192 khz d/a converters, which let you connect digital sources directly in order to eliminate analog line-loss and hum. connect your computer sound card, keyboard, mp3 & mini disc players and enjoy excellent detail and great dynamics—optical and coaxial inputs to directly connect digital audio sources by s/pdif interface! the built-in amplifiers offer plenty of headroom, while the powerful woofers and tweeters provide an ultra-linear frequency response. two stereo analog inputs featuring 1/8- inch trs and stereo rca connectors can be used simultaneously or mixed with a digital stereo source. the speakers also feature individual volume controls for both line inputs plus bass and treble eq controls, and there is a 1/4- inch trs headphone connector with a front-panel auto-mute loudspeaker function.


Thursday, February 16, 2012

Behringer EUROLIVE Vp2520 Professional 2000-Watt Pa Speaker with Dual 15 Woofers And 1.75 Titanium-Diaphragm Compression Driver

Behringer EUROLIVE Vp2520 Professional 2000-Watt Pa Speaker with Dual 15 Woofers And 1.75 Titanium-Diaphragm Compression Driver Review



Behringer EUROLIVE Vp2520 Professional 2000-Watt Pa Speaker with Dual 15 Woofers And 1.75 Titanium-Diaphragm Compression Driver Feature

  • Professional 2000-Watt 2-Way PA speaker system (500 Watts Continuous / 2000 Watts Peak Power)
  • Exceptional sound quality, wide frequency bandwidth and dynamic range
  • Extremely powerful 15'' long-excursion driver provides incredibly deep bass and acoustic power
  • Proprietary 1.75'' titanium-diaphragm compression driver for exceptional high-frequency reproduction
  • Proprietary horn design for ultra-wide sound dispersion
Professional 2000-Watt PA Speaker with Dual 15" Woofers and 1.75" Titanium-Diaphragm Compression Driver


Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Behringer XENYX X1204USB 12-Channel Mixer

Behringer XENYX X1204USB 12-Channel Mixer Review



Behringer XENYX X1204USB 12-Channel Mixer Feature

  • Premium ultra-low noise, high headroom analog mixer
  • 4 state-of-the-art, phantom-powered XENYX Mic Preamps comparable to stand-alone boutique preamps
  • 4 studio-grade compressors with super-easy one-knob functionality and control LED for professional vocal and instrumental sound
  • Neo-classic British 3-band EQs for warm and musical sound
The compact behringer xenyx x1204usb usb audio mixer takes the 1204usb up a notch, providing all the same great features, plus the new 24-bit, dual engine fx processor, with 16 editable, studio-grade presets including reverb, chorus, flanger, delay, pitch shifter and multi-effects. user-definable parameters include reverb time and brilliance, delay room size and repetitions, modulation depth and speed, and much more. time-based functions can be addressed via a handy tap button. the most recent parameter settings are always stored in memory. xenyx usb series mixers are designed to handle your live gigs, and they provide the state-of-the-art tools you need to make stunning, professional-quality recordings. along with their built-in usb/audio interfaces, xenyx usb mixers come with all the recording and editing software you’ll need to turn your computer system into a complete, high-performance home recording studio. the xenyx’s state-of-the-art mic pres represent a major step in the evolution of audio technology—and they can easily hold their own, even when compared to the most expensive stand-alone mic preamps. xenyx preamps offer a staggering 130 db of dynamic range, with a bandwidth that extends from below 10 hz to well above 200 khz. the british consoles of the 1960s and ‘70s changed the sound of rock and roll—without them the british invasion might not have happened. those legendary mixing desks soon became the envy of engineers and producers all over the world. the channel eq on behringer xenyx mixers is based on that very same circuitry, allowing you to imbue signals with incredible warmth and detailed musical character.


Sunday, February 12, 2012

Behringer SUPER-X PRO CX3400 Component Rack

Behringer SUPER-X PRO CX3400 Component Rack Review



Behringer SUPER-X PRO CX3400 Component Rack Feature

  • 24 dB/octave, state-variable Linkwitz-Riley filters for precise frequency separation
  • Absolutely flat summed amplitude response, zero phase difference
  • Individual limiter and phase reverse switch per output
  • Switchable 25 Hz subsonic filter per input for low-frequency driver protection
  • Switchable equalization for constant directivity horns
High-Precision Stereo 2-Way/3-Way/Mono 4-Way Crossover with Limiters


Saturday, February 11, 2012

Behringer US600 Ultra Shifter/Harmonist Ultimate Pitch Shifter / Harmonist Effects Pedal

Behringer US600 Ultra Shifter/Harmonist Ultimate Pitch Shifter / Harmonist Effects Pedal Review



Behringer US600 Ultra Shifter/Harmonist Ultimate Pitch Shifter / Harmonist Effects Pedal Feature

  • The ultimate Pitch Shifter/Harmonist to shift single notes and chords or even create intelligent harmonies to your notes - at the touch of a footswitch
  • Real Sound Modeling (RSM) combines state-of-the-art DSP technology with sophisticated algorithms to emulate real acoustic environments
  • Take off with incredible Tremolo Arm/Flutter effects to bend single notes up to +/-2 octaves or simulate the movement of the tremolo bar
  • Dedicated Mode, Pitch, HR Key, Delay time/speed and Balance controls for awesome sound shaping
  • Blue status LED for effect on/off and battery check
  • The ultimate Pitch Shifte to shift single notes and chords or even create intelligent harmonies to your notes - at the touch of a footswitch
  • Real Sound Modeling combines state-of-the-art DSP technology with sophisticated algorithms to emulate real acoustic environments
Using the US600 ULTRA SHIFTER/HARMONIST is like having another guitar player in your band. Shift single notes and chords to create simple transpositions, intelligent harmonies and radical bends up to +/-2 octaves.

Shift single notes and chords to create simple transpositions, intelligent harmonies and radical bends up to +/-2 octaves. Click to enlarge.

Selectable key for intelligent harmonies.

Add Behringer's PSU-SB power supply or go with a 9 volt battery.

Astounding Sounds
Tremolo bars add a handsome shimmer to your guitar sound by detuning your strings and then returning them to pitch. And the sound of two guitars playing in harmony adds a soaring, heroic touch to an ordinary lead. The US600 is built to take the place of a tremolo bar AND a second guitarist. Its Real Sound Modeling (RSM) technology produces sophisticated algorithms that deliver the delicate harmonic overtones that are critical to creating realistic harmonies and transpositions.

Versatile Sounds
The US600 stomp box offers 5 totally different-sounding modes:

  • Pitch Shifter: Adds a detuned signal to the original signal with a maximum of 2 octaves above or below.
  • Harmonist: Adds harmonies to the original signal with a maximum of 2 octaves above or below.
  • Detune: Adds a subtle detuned signal to the original signal with a maximum of 30 cents above or below.
  • Tremolo Bar: Detunes the input signal with a maximum of 2 octaves above or below similar to the effect created with a guitar vibrato arm.
  • Flutter: Detunes the input signal periodically with a maximum of 1 octave above or below similar to the effect created with a fast moving guitar vibrato arm.

Pitch Shift and Tremolo Bar pitch can be shifted from 0 to 2 octaves; Harmonist pitch can be tweaked to track 3rds, 4ths, 5ths, 6ths, octaves or double octaves. There's a separate 10-step Key select control for ensuring the harmonies fit the key in which you're playing, as well as Delay/Speed control and Balance to dial in how much effect you want to mix with a dry signal.

Dependable Operation
A brilliant blue LED indicates power status and battery condition. The footswitch is ultra-strong to last through years of gigging. And in bypass mode, it preserves signal integrity by taking all pedal circuitry out of your chain. The US600 pedal is designed to give you the utmost flexibility, running on Behringer's PSU-SB DC power supply or a typical 9 V battery.

Bend It, Shape It
Plug into the US600 and take your guitar places it has never been. Now even a solitary guitarist whose axe sports a steadfast bridge can harness the power of harmony and tremolo!

What's in the Box
Behringer US600 Pedal, User's Manual Ultimate Pitch Shifter / Harmonist Effects Pedal


Thursday, February 9, 2012

Behringer ULTRAVOICE XM1800S Dynamic Cardioid Vocal Microphones, 3-Pack

Behringer ULTRAVOICE XM1800S Dynamic Cardioid Vocal Microphones, 3-Pack Review



Behringer ULTRAVOICE XM1800S Dynamic Cardioid Vocal Microphones, 3-Pack Feature

  • Dedicated vocal and instrument mic delivers unbelievable quality to your studio and live performance
  • Extremely high signal output lets your voice cut through
  • Ultra-low distortion for super clean sound
  • Presence lift in critical mid-range gives you maximum voice projection
  • Exceptional off-axis rejection eliminates feedback problems
Few things are more essential to recording or live performance than dynamic microphones. Ask any sound engineer and they will tell you to keep as many as possible on hand. BEHRINGER has bundled three great-sounding dynamic microphones into one impact-resistant case, with stand adapters and mic clips so you'll be ready to capture your sound in brilliant resolution.

Three great-sounding dynamic microphones in an impact-resistant case, with stand adapters and mic clips. Click to enlarge.

What is a Dynamic Microphone?
Dynamic mics have several advantages that make them ideal for live applications or recording amplified instruments. They're robust, resistant to moisture and can achieve high gain before feeding back. These microphones' cardioid pickup pattern is designed to capture the source signal, such as a guitar amplifier or vocalist, while shunning off-axis sound.

Why the XM1800S?
If you take a look at the stage in any club, you'll probably see at least three dynamic mics for the vocalists, with even more for the drums and amplifiers. This convenient package puts three great-sounding mics at your immediate disposal. XM1800S mics provide super-clean sound with minimal distortion, a slight presence lift in the critical mid-range, and an on/off switch for breaks in the set.

What's in the Box
Three Behringer XM1800S Microphones, Three Mic Clips With Stand Adapters, Protective Case

Dedicated vocal and instrument microphones deliver unbelievable quality to your studio and live performance. The Dynamic Microphone XM1800S is a high-quality dynamic microphone for vocal and instrumental applications. The XM1800S features an extremely high signal output that makes your voice cut through and ultra-low distortion provides for super-clean sound. Presence lift in the critical mid-range gives you maximum voice projection, while exceptional off-axis rejection eliminates feedback problems. Super rugged construction and a foam-lined impact-resistant carrying case are included.