Behringer Deepmind X Series – Their First Synth Gets a 10th Anniversary Reboot
But don't get too excited...
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Behringer Deepmind 12X
Behringer Deepmind 12X · Source: Behringer
Behringer Deepmind 12XD · Source: Behringer
Behringer Deepmind 12XD · Source: Behringer
Behringer Deepmind 6X · Source: Behringer
Behringer Deepmind 6X · Source: Behringer
Behringer Deepmind X Series · Source: Behringer
Ten years after the original Deepmind, Behringer release the Deepmind X, a new version of their very first synth!
Has it been a decade already? I remember playing a Deepmind at SynthFest U.K., when the boys from Midas also demoed a VR interface that was in development. That application never surfaced, but the love for the Deepmind was always strong for many users.
So much so that the demand for a new version grew stronger, year by year. Well, today Behringer surprised everyone outside their inner circle with the announcement of the Deepmind X Series. All three Deepmind form factors, the 6, the 12 and the Desktop, have a new paint job, new end cheeks and… well, that’s about it, really.
There was no doubt where the Deepmind drew its inspiration from, but with their first effort, Behringer decided not to be too obvious about it. Anyone looking at the user interface and hearing the sounds it made was under no illusion that the Deepmind was very much an homage to the Roland JUNO range of synths.
The Behringer Deepmind X Series
With the Deepmind X Series, Behringer has removed any doubt as the new paint job is out and out JUNO style! And that, sadly, is where any differences between the original Deepmind and the Deepmind X seem to end. That said, many people will be pleased that the Deepmind X signals the continued production of one of their best-loved synths.
As before, there are three versions. The 12X is a 49-key version with 12 voice polyphony, the 12XD is the same but without the keyboard, and the 6X delivers half the voices spread across a 37-note keyboard. The synth architecture remains identical to the originals with two oscillators per voice, a 2-pole/4-pole, 6db per octave filter and a wealth of digital effects.
The onboard 32-step sequencer remains, as does the support for control via a tablet device. And the very useful and well-proportioned backlit LCD screen is still there. Users will also like the fact that you can still store 8 banks with 128 sounds in each. No running out of sounds any time soon!
First Thoughts
It’s a shame they didn’t decide to give the Deepmind X Series a bit of a tweak here and there or even expand it to a 61-key version with polyphonic aftertouch, but as many people say, if it ain’t broke, why fix it? It’s nice to see the Deepmind X and I’m sure a new legion of fans awaits it.
The Deepmind X Series is now available to order from our affiliate partner* at the following prices:
- Deepmind 12X – €799.00
- Deepmind XD – €639.00
- Deepmind 6X – €679.00
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I adore my DeepMind 12D. That said, they could have at least given it a better screen this time around.
Apparently, Behringer need someone else to innovate so they can copy it. When their ONLY ‘improvement’ in ten years is to make it more obvious what they copied, it’s patently obvious they haven’t an original idea left in their heads.
Yes, it’s functionally the same, looks a bit different, a bit brighter. You can pick up the odd Deepmind 6 new at £450, that would seem a bargain for the time being. It’s a great synth for the money, especially the 12. The UBX has more polyphony but a different sound. It’s a well designed synth with everything you need, a few things you don’t, great fx and control sequencer, and plenty of presets. All good.
The Deepmind is amazing for such an affordable synth. I think it’s a very recommendable entry-level polysynth, because it’s so rewarding.
I don’t use the build in effects when I’m recording but because you can access their parameters in the modulation matrix, they’re great for live performances.