Behringer Crave Analog Semi-Modular Synthesizer

The Behringer Crave is an analog semi-modular synthesizer designed for musicians, producers, and sound designers who want classic subtractive synthesis combined with modern sequencing capabilities. Built around the legendary 3340 VCO architecture made famous in the Prophet-5, Crave delivers rich analog tones ranging from deep bass lines to expressive leads and evolving modular textures.

The synthesizer features a fully analog signal path built from dedicated VCO, VCF, and VCA circuits. A classic 24 dB ladder filter inspired by vintage Moog designs shapes the oscillator output with warm resonance and musical response. Pulse and sawtooth waveforms provide a wide sonic palette, while a built-in noise generator and external audio input expand sound design possibilities.

Crave integrates a powerful 32-step sequencer with 64 pattern storage locations and a flexible arpeggiator for rhythmic creation. Its semi-modular architecture includes an extensive 18 x 14 patch matrix that allows deep modulation routing while maintaining default signal paths for immediate playability. With MIDI connectivity and 16-voice poly chain capability, Crave easily integrates into both modular and computer-based production environments.

Key Features

• Analog Semi-Modular Synthesizer: Classic subtractive synthesis with flexible modular routing
• 3340 VCO Architecture: Oscillator design inspired by the legendary Prophet-5 synthesizer
• Pure Analog Signal Path: Dedicated VCO, VCF, and VCA circuits deliver authentic analog tone
• Classic Ladder Filter: 24 dB resonant filter based on vintage Moog-style circuitry
• Dual Oscillator Waveforms: Pulse and sawtooth outputs for a wide range of sound textures
• 32-Step Sequencer: Built-in sequencer with 64 pattern storage locations
• Advanced Arpeggiator: Multiple patterns for rhythmic and melodic sequencing
• Analog LFO: Dedicated triangle and square wave modulation source
• Semi-Modular Patch Matrix: 18 x 14 patch points enable extensive modulation routing
• Noise Generator: Adds additional texture and waveform shaping options
• External Audio Processing: Input allows external signals to be routed through the filter and VCA
• MIDI Integration: Supports MIDI control and voice priority selection
• Poly Chain Capability: Connect multiple units for up to 16-voice polyphony

Technical Specifications

Synthesis Architecture
Type: Analog semi-modular synthesizer
Oscillator: 3340 VCO design
Waveforms: Pulse, Sawtooth
Filter: 24 dB ladder filter with resonance
LFO: Triangle and square wave
Noise Generator: Yes

Sequencer
Steps: 32-step sequencer
Memory: 64 pattern storage locations
Arpeggiator: Multiple pattern modes

Patch Matrix
Patch points: 18 x 14 I/O matrix
Design: Semi-modular with default signal routing

Connectivity
External audio input: Yes
MIDI: Comprehensive MIDI implementation with channel and voice priority selection
Poly chain: Up to 16 voices with multiple units

Controls
Front panel controls: 47 physical controls

Weight
3.3 lbs

Height
1.85"

Width
12.6"

Length
6.46"