Behringer Spice

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Behringer Spice

Behringer

Spice

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 568429
Model: Spice
Category: Sound Modules
Price: $273.90

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The Spice is a surprisingly capable little box for creating intricate, polyrhythmic sounds. It's ideal for experimental musicians, electronic producers, and anyone wanting to dive into modular synthesis without a huge investment. The sequencing is genuinely fun and offers a lot of creative potential for its price point.

Product Description

  • Behringer Spice
  • Semi-Modular Polyrhythmic Analogue Synthesizer
  • 2 Analogue oscillators
  • each with sawtooth and square wave forms as well as 2 tuneable sub-oscillators
  • Low-pass filter (24 dB/octave) with resonance
  • VCA and VCF envelope generators
  • each with adjustable attack and decay times
  • 2 Step sequencers
  • each with 4 steps and selectable quantisation
  • 4 Adjustable clock dividers for creating polyrhythmic patterns
  • Patch bay with 16 inputs and outputs for advanced sound shaping options and connection to other modular synthesizers and sequencers
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 321 x 164 x 45 mm
  • Weight: 1.5 kg
  • Including external power supply 12V DC

*Connections:*, Combined line/headphone output: 3.5 mm mini-jack, MIDI In/Out: 5-pin DIN, USB-B port

PROS
  • • Excellent polyrhythmic sequencing capabilities for complex patterns.
  • • 24dB filter delivers a satisfying, resonant low-end warmth.
  • • Compact size and lightweight design enhance portability.
  • • Sub-oscillators add considerable depth and harmonic richness.
CONS
  • • Plastic build feels somewhat flimsy despite reasonable weight.
  • • Limited modulation options compared to fully modular systems.
  • • Mini-jack outputs can be a limitation for professional setups.

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Key Features

Sounds Warm, analogue tones with sawtooth, square, and sub-oscillators.
Polyphony Dual oscillators allow for layered, complex sounds; effectively 2-voice polyphony.
Effects No built-in effects; relies entirely on external processing.
MIDI Standard 5-pin DIN MIDI In/Out for external sequencing and control.
Connections 3.5mm line/headphone out, USB-B, 16-point patch bay.
Weight 1.5 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

It offers a very accessible and compact solution for polyrhythmic sequencing, lacking the extensive modulation of more complex offerings but providing a strong value proposition.
Yes, the four-step sequencers are quite responsive and offer a good balance of control and automation for live use, especially with the selectable quantization.
While not as extensive as a full modular system, the patch bay provides enough I/O for basic routing and experimentation with external gear.

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