Behringer RD-6-RD

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Behringer RD-6-RD

Behringer

RD-6-RD

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 500813
Model: RD-6-RD
Category: Drum Machines
Price: $108.90

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The RD-6-RD is a seriously fun and affordable way to get that classic 808/909 vibe. It's perfect for bedroom producers, electronic music enthusiasts, or anyone wanting a vintage drum machine feel without the premium price tag – just don't expect a ton of sonic depth.

Product Description

  • Behringer RD-6-RD
  • Analog Drum Machine
  • 8 Drum sounds: bass drum
  • snare drum
  • low tom
  • high tom
  • cymbal
  • clap
  • open hi-hat and closed hi-hat
  • Volume control for all instruments and accent track
  • Integrated distortion effect with controls for intensity and tone
  • 16-Step pattern sequencer
  • Storage spaces for 2x 16 patterns
  • Pattern chain for a maximum of 16 patterns (256 steps)
  • Song mode with 8 memory locations
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 56 x 305 x 165 mm
  • Weight: 0.9 kg
  • Colour Red
  • Includes power supply unit (9 V DC)

, Suitable optional cover: Art.#490239# (not included), Suitable optional case: Art.#492958# (not included)

*Connections:*

  • 2 Trigger outputs for low tom and high tom: 3.5 mm jack
  • Sync In / Out: 3.5 mm jack
  • Stereo headphone output: 3.5 mm jack
  • 6 Individual outputs: 3.5 mm jack
  • Mix-out: 6.3 mm jack
  • Start / Stop foot switch connection: 6.3 mm jack
  • USB-MIDI
  • MIDI In / Out
PROS
  • • Authentic Roland 808/909 character at a fraction of the cost
  • • Surprisingly robust build for the price point – feels solid in hand
  • • Distortion effect adds welcome grit and creative sound shaping
  • • Pattern chaining offers decent flexibility for song construction
CONS
  • • Limited sound palette compared to more modern drum machines
  • • 3.5mm connections feel a bit flimsy for serious studio use
  • • Sequencer lacks advanced features like time signature changes

Product Video

Key Features

Pads None - purely digital sounds triggered by the sequencer
Sounds/Kits 8 classic drum sounds (Bass Drum, Snare, Low Tom, High Tom, Cymbal, Clap, Open Hi-Hat, Closed Hi-Hat)
Sequencer Steps 16-step patterns, up to 256 steps with pattern chaining
Effects Integrated distortion effect with intensity and tone controls
Connections 2 x 3.5mm trigger outputs, Sync In/Out (3.5mm), Stereo headphone output (3.5mm), 6 individual drum outputs (3.5mm)
Weight 0.9 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

It captures the essence but lacks the nuanced character and depth of a real 808; it's a convincing approximation, though.
Yes, it offers standard 3.5mm sync in/out for clocking with other gear, but it's a simple pulse sync, not MIDI.
They're great for layering and processing individual drums, but the 3.5mm jacks are not ideal for high-end studio applications.

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