The TD-3-BU is an extremely budget - friendly synthesizer that pays a sincere tribute to the iconic synth behind house music. It comes with a brand - new Distortion circuit, enabling you to effortlessly create almost any sound with great precision. Featuring a pure analog signal path, a 16 - step Sequencer, and authentic VCO, VCF, and VCA filters, it's bound to become a favorite among synth lovers. Key features include: true analog circuitry for amazing bass and groove sounds; an authentic reproduction of original circuitry using matched transistors; a pure analog signal path based on legendary VCO, VCF, and VCA designs; sawtooth and square waveform VCO with transistor wave - shaping circuitry; a 4 - pole low - pass resonant filter with easy - to - control cut - off, resonance, envelope, decay, and accent features; an easy - to - use 16 - step sequencer with 7 tracks and 250 user patterns per track; an arpeggiator with diverse patterns for excellent sound effects; a Distortion circuitry modeled after the DS - 1* to add a wild edge to your sounds; a 16 - voice Poly Chain for combining multiple synths for up to 16 - voice polyphony; 11 controls and 28 switches for direct and real - time access to key parameters; MIDI and USB implementation with MIDI channel and Voice Priority selection; and it's designed and engineered in Italy.
Using the Behringer TD - 3 - BU is a breeze. First, connect it to your power source and any other devices you want to use with it, like a MIDI keyboard or speakers. The 16 - step sequencer is very user - friendly. You can easily create your own bass and groove patterns by programming the steps on each of the 7 tracks. Each track has 250 user patterns, so you have plenty of room for creativity. The arpeggiator offers wide patterns that can add unique sound effects to your music. Just select the pattern you like and let it work its magic. The Distortion circuitry is modeled after the DS - 1*, and it can really add some spice to your sounds. Turn it on and adjust the settings to get that edgy, unique tone. When it comes to the controls, the 11 controls and 28 switches give you direct access to all the important parameters. You can quickly change things like the cut - off and resonance of the 4 - pole low - pass resonant filter. As for maintenance, keep it in a dry and clean place. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or humidity. If it gets dirty, use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe it down. Also, when transporting it, make sure it's well - protected to avoid any physical damage.
