The latest XNB video is a complete guide to the Behringer TD-3 bassline synthesizer, a knockoff of the classic Roland TB-303 that makes some useful updates to the original design.
Behringer says that the analog circuitry is ‘an authentic reproduction of the original circuitry with matched transistors’. The TD-3 expands on the original, though, adding USB/DIN MIDI In/Out, some basic CV/Gate features and built-in distortion.
Topics covered:
0:00 – Intro
0:31 – Synth Controls
04:41 – Distortion
07:16 – Tracks VS Patterns
11:54 – Create pattern
21:09 – Deep into tie & rest
30:19 – Accent, Slide
37:13 – Edit/Add notes
41:35 – Steps Length & A/B
47:06 – Copy/Paste
48:46 – Triplets
55:07 – Tap, Random, Transpose
59:15 – Creating Track
01:10 – Patch bay
Whoo hoo.
I can’t wait to see the comments on this one!
I’ll get a cup of tea ready.
I’ll just insert a generic Behringer jab here and get on with my day. There’s nothing wrong with playing a tabletop setup full of mini modules if you enjoy working the puzzle. Nick Batt makes a great go of that.
I gradually went for softsynths because I got tired of bending over displays and pecking at buttons with often hazy labels. This thing embodies a lot of that for me. Double points off for hardware synth GUIs sporting buttons that could be three or four different things, depending on the mode. That’s always a recipe for too much F U.
>Double points off for hardware synth GUIs sporting buttons that could be three or four different things
i m curious how you organised your midi Controller(s) then…
I got one for free using my almost expired Guitar Center points. Either that or a pocket operator. Already have an OP-Z, so…. THE END.
This thing’s a wonky joke for anykind of deep serious subz bass lacks the grit of the original TB-303. The Roland boutique version of this is better than any b-ear-ringer clone along with alot of other options available outthere folks
I disagree. The TD-3 is an okay copy. Strongly recommend turning down the cutoff trimpot to give the TD-3 a darker sound.
Yes and turn the resonance up to give the TD-3 a acid sound
No, no. You misunderstood that completely. There is a trimpot on the PCB inside the unit labelled VR1 that allows you to adjust the VCF offset. This can change the character of the filter if you find it too bright.
why would you want a narrower spectrum?
if you find a synth “too bright” close the cutoff a little
Keyword: FREE. Lightest piece of gear I’vve owned. Weighs less than a pack of altoids.
“serious subz bass”
“grit”
lol
The TB-303 had no “subz bass” either
My mate has a TD-3 and RD-6 – a solid acid combo
You must have stones in your ears if you think they don’t sound like the original Rolands
They are about 90% the same – and for the other 10% we are talking like a price difference of about €4000
The boutiques sound very good alright – but are also mostly discontinued – go for stupid money
And the are a complete pain in the arse to use and their MIDI clock is ~15 ms late when synced externally
Has nothing to do with sub bass, this is a proper acid techno box or in my use case Goa trance.
Any chance they can do one for the TD3MO??
Hey, I made this video. You mean me doing something about the TD3 MO ? If it is, I’ve ordered one but, all imports are dead in the water right now. The war and the shortage….but, if I get it, sure i will.
If a knockoff includes useful updates and upgrades, shouldnt’ it be referred to as “knocked up” instead?
Important question to consider!
to a slanted editorialist; i agree.
Everyone has a perspective. Yours is that the Chinese copycat culture is a good thing because it floods the market with affordable copies of things you want. Other people argue that copycat culture is mindless capitalism that floods the planet with cheap low-quality copies of stuff.
Fun fact: the key caps you used to type that has a 83% chance of being made in china.
you’re silly!
do you post on every board that uses some kind of chinese association, or are we just lucky to have your undivided attention?
pathetic geo-political nonsense. go after climate change – that’s a REAL problem.
Hi synthhead
Hi Mr.Bergis
I have a TD-3 and a TD-3-MO. they’re fun little boxes. I’ve already opened them up and buggered with the guts. can’t do that with an OG.
A guy puts time and effort into an extensive tutorial video and all you can comment on is your pointless Behringer bashing? What sad lives you must lead.
Nice job once again XNB! Keep up the good work!
Maybe you can also add you feel sorry for him
Teknoid; I was thinking of several Roland and Yamaha synths that sometimes made me guess which part of the grid was active. I had an XP-50 that sounded brilliant and made me chew through bolts when I hit the wrong parameter. I had to retrace my steps too often. Korg felt a lot friendlier in that department, with a more lush, jacked-up sound.
Now, I don’t organize jack on a controller. I set a MIDI channel, play the keys and let Logic handle the rest. YMMV, but growing into that helped me a lot.
@synthhead – Feel free to delete my post if it’s offensive in some way
why? it was accurate. XNB does do good work.
@John – It appears there was a miscommunication so my second post no longer applies.
Yes XNB does good work.
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I don’t see anything especially offensive. You criticized “pointless Behringer bashing”.
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Well thank you. It’s a lot of work but it seems to help a lot of people, so,, glad to do it 🙂
Thanks for the praise !! I’ll try to keep it up.
Hey great video! I’ve had mine for a couple of months and have been getting on well with it but this video is a great resource and reminds me of some of the features I’ve neglected. Good job! I love how simple this little synth is, really forces you to be creative. Yes it’s not as intuitive as one would like but that is also is part of the challenge! Paired with a Roland TR6-S it’s a great combination.