BEHRINGER / 2-XM

The 2-XM is a classic synthesizer inspired by the iconic polyphonic synths of the 70s that started it all.

Product Features

Authentic reproduction of famous synthesizer circuitry from the ‘70s

Pure analog signal path based on authentic VCO, VCF and VCA designs

2 independent voices for polyphonic, split or 4 oscillator unison sounds

2 variable oscillator shapes with adjustable pulse width for inspiring sounds

Oscillator sync for piercing lead sounds and complex effects

2 legendary multi-mode filters with low-pass, high-pass, band-pass and notch modes

2 dedicated and fully analog LFOs with sine waveform

4 analog envelope generators for extensive control of filters and amplifiers

Noise generator dramatically expands waveform generation

Extensive modulation capabilities, including internal and external sources

2-channel mixer section featuring level and pan controls for intense stereo sounds

Portamento function applicable to both voices for great pitch gliding effects

2 external audio inputs for processing external sound sources

Dedicated audio outputs plus a combined stereo output for maximum flexibility

Massive amount of CV and GATE In/Outs for extreme creativity

16-voice Poly Chain allows combining multiple synthesizers for up to 32 voice polyphony

Complete Eurorack solution – main module can be transferred to a standard Eurorack case

67 controls to give you direct and real-time access to all important parameters

MIDI and USB implementation with MIDI channel and Voice Priority selection

Faithful Recreation and More
The original design consisted of two single-voice modules coupled together. With its 37-note keyboard, it was a considerable size but introduced a feature no other synth was capable of at the time: polyphony. The 2-XM combines all the features of the original with all the awesome stuff that we’ve all come to love in modern synths, such as MIDI and USB implementation, stereo, as well as a ton of CV and GATE ins and outs that’ll allow you to transform and shape sounds any way you want!

Double Everything!
The 2-XM comes with 4 VCOs, 4 envelope generators, 2 LFOs, and 2 multi-mode VCFs across two synthesizer expander modules. These two voices can be combined for some sweet two-voice polyphony, split, or have the 4 oscillators in unison for some truly intricate layering and rich, vintage analog tones!

Starting Your Sonic Sculpture
Each VCO can be shaped in many different and exciting ways with their adjustable frequency, modulation and pulse width controls. And when you want a spicy lead sound, the oscillators can be synced to add even more nuance to your waveforms.


Just the Right Frequency
Of course, the 2-XM doesn’t stop there. The VCFs provide another slew of adjustable settings! Aside from the Frequency, Modulation and Resonance controls, each VCF comes with an amazing multi-mode filter; turning the knob all the way to the left selects the low-pass filter, turning it the other way selects the high-pass filter and setting it at 12 o’clock selects the notch filter. You can even set the VCF to band-pass mode with the flip of a switch.

Quadruple Envelopment!
Along with all the controls at your fingertips the 2-XM also includes a total of four envelope generators to help further craft your sound and introduce subtle nuance or percussiveness with the included Attack, Decay and Sustain controls. In addition, the VCA switch allows you to toggle between envelope control or VCA which overrides ENV 1. You can even plug in an external VCA control to really dial it in.

2-Channel Mixer
Speaking of dialing it in, we’ve also included a 2-channel mixer section where you can control level and pan controls for each module. They even feature a portamento function for some cool pitch gliding effects.

Extensive Modulation
With all the 2-XMs extensive controls, we just couldn’t help but add more, and we mean a lot more! Each module comes with a huge amount of CV and GATE Ins and Outs as well as extensive modulation capabilities from both internal and external sources. And because the 2-XM is so compact, you can easily integrate it into your existing setup, patching in your favorite modules to create some awesome waveforms!

Synthesizer Architecture
2 (Duophonic)

Type
Analog

Oscillator
4 VCOs

LFO
2 LFOs

VCF
2 LPF 12 dB/octave

Envelope
4 ADS

Connectivity
Power switch
Push button (rear panel)

MIDI In
5-pin DIN

MIDI Thru
5-pin DIN

USB In
USB 2.0 Type B socket

Audio Output
3.5 mm TRS stereo (top panel)

2 x 6.35 mm TR (rear panel)

Patchbay
32 x 3.5 mm TR jacks

USB
Type
Class compliant USB 2.0 Type B

Supported OS
Windows 7 or higher
Mac OS 10.10 or higher

Master Section
Controls
Master Volume
Module Level x 2
Module Pan x 2
External Levels x 2
Portamento x 2

Switches
Assignment (Uni/Split/Duo)
Portamento On/Off

Oscillator
Controls
Coarse Frequency x 4
Fine Frequency x 4
Modulation x 4
Pulse width x 4

Switches
Modulation source x 4
Sync x 2

LFO
Controls
Rate x 2

VCF
Controls
Frequency setting HP / BP x 2

Envelope Generator
Controls
Attack x 4
Decay x 4
Sustain x 4

Switch
VCA on / Ext x 2

Patchbay
Inputs
Ext audio x 2 / VCF CV x 2 / VCA CV x 2 / VCO1 CV x 2 / VCO2 CV x 2 / LFO Trig x 2 / Env Gate x 2 Env Gate x 2

Outputs
CV1 / Gate1 / CV 2 / Gate2 / VCA audio x 2 / VCF audio x 2 / VCO1 audio x 2 / VCO2 audio x 2 / Env1 CV x 2 / Env2 CV x 2 / LFO CV x 2

Power supply
Voltage
12 V DC
Current
2000 mA

Physical
Typical operating temperature
5°C - 45°C (41°F - 113°F)

Dimensions (H x W x D)
91.4 x 424.4 x 135.6 mm

Eurorack size
80 hp

Weight
1.8 kg