Behringer RD-9

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Behringer RD-9

Behringer

RD-9

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 521315
Model: RD-9
Category: Drum Machines
Price: $317.90

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The RD-9 delivers a surprising amount of analog grit and sequencing flexibility at an affordable price. It’s a fantastic option for electronic musicians, soundtrack composers, or anyone wanting that classic, raw drum machine feel without the premium cost. Think early 80s electro, industrial beats, or adding some vintage punch to your productions.

Product Description

  • Behringer RD-9
  • Analogue Drum Machine
  • 11 Drum sounds: bass drum
  • snare drum
  • low tom
  • mid tom
  • high tom
  • rim shot
  • clap
  • open and closed hi hat
  • ride and crash cymbal
  • 64-Step sequencer with poly meter
  • step repeat
  • note repeat
  • real-time triggering
  • track mute and track solo
  • Accent and Flam programmable per instrument
  • Wave Designer
  • Dual Mode Filter
  • Up to 16 songs and 256 patterns storable
  • Auto Fill function
  • Auto Scroll function
  • LED display
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 477 x 264 x 78 mm
  • Includes external power supply (18V DC)

*Connections:*

  • 1 Line output: 6.3 mm TRS jack
  • Headphone output: 6.3 mm TRS jack
  • Main return: 6.3 mm jack plug
  • 10 Line single outputs: 6.3 mm jack
  • 3 Trigger outputs: 6.3 mm jack
  • Clock input/output: 3.5 mm jack
  • USB-B port (USB MIDI)
  • MIDI in/out/thru: 5-pin DIN
PROS
  • • Analog circuitry delivers a surprisingly warm, punchy, and characterful drum sound.
  • • The sequencer’s poly-meter and step repeat functions offer creative rhythmic possibilities.
  • • Extensive connectivity (10 line outputs, trigger outs) facilitates complex routing and syncing.
  • • Wave Designer allows subtle tweaking of individual drum sounds, expanding sonic palette.
CONS
  • • Build quality feels plasticky; not as robust as higher-end drum machines.
  • • Limited sound selection compared to more comprehensive drum machine offerings.
  • • USB-B port feels dated; a USB-C would have been a welcome upgrade.

Product Video

Key Features

Pads None – purely output-focused drum machine
Sounds/Kits 11 analog drum sounds: Bass Drum, Snare, Toms, Rimshot, Clap, Hi-hats, Ride, Crash
Sequencer Steps 64
Effects Dual Mode Filter (Low-Pass/High-Pass)
Connections 10 Line Outputs, 3 Trigger Outputs, Clock In/Out, MIDI I/O/Thru, USB-B, Headphone Out
Weight Approximately 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's not a direct competitor to those iconic machines, but the RD-9 offers a distinct, warmer analog character—less pristine, more raw and gritty.
Absolutely, the MIDI in/out/thru ports work reliably for syncing and transferring patterns, although the USB-B connection is more limited in functionality.
The sequencer is relatively straightforward, but the poly-meter and advanced features might take some time to master – the manual is essential.

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