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NEUTRON User Manual
1. Introduction
An ultra-affordable leap into the warm world of analog synthesis, the Behringer
Neutron gives you the power to create virtually any monophonic sound
imaginable with incredible power and ease.
The pure analog signal path is based on the legendary V3340 VCO chip with
variable oscillator and LFO shapes which can be blended or switched for unique
sound creation. For protection and convenience, the Neutron can even be
mounted in a standard Eurorack, making it ideal for the studio and/or the road.
Owning a Neutron gives you all the power of a monster modular synthesis system
in a flexible package with the ability to create bewildering, complex sounds.
1.1 Before you get started
The Neutron was carefully packed in the factory to guarantee safe transport.
Nevertheless, we recommend that you carefully examine the packaging and
its contents for any signs of physical damage, which may have occurred during
transit. If the unit is damaged, please do NOT return it to us, but notify your
dealer and the shipping company immediately, otherwise claims for damage or
replacement may not be granted.
1.1.1 Initial operation
Be sure that there is enough space around the unit for cooling purposes and, to
avoid over-heating, please do not place the Neutron on high temperature devices
such as radiators or power amps.
WARNING: The Neutron is supplied with a DC power adapter. It meets the
required safety standards. Do not use any other power adapter.
WARNING: Please make sure that all units have a proper ground connection. For
your own safety, never remove or disable the ground conductor from any units or
AC power cords in your system.
1.2 The product manual
This product manual is designed to give you both an overview of the Neutron, as
well as detailed information on each of the controls and parameters. The manual
is based on the software release, V2.0.0. The Neutron software must be updated
to at least V2.0.0 in order to use the new features and Neutron App. You will find
an overview of the physical control elements in the next chapter.
1.3 Preparation
CAUTION: Remember to turn your monitors/loudspeakers on last when powering
up your system. Turn your monitors/loudspeakers off first when powering down
your system.
2. Features
A Past Classic reincarnated
Great care has been taken in designing the Neutron to achieve new possibilities
in sound creation by reviving a legacy VCO chip from classic synths of yesteryear.
By creating a fresh modern take on a semi-modular synth, the Neutron gives you
the power to harness the prodigious sound of the V3340 chip. Colossal bass tones
through to screaming lead sounds can be achieved to take your sound conception
to the next level.
Paraphonic Performance
Paraphonic mode allows the two oscillators to be independently pitched when
more than one MIDI note is played. This gives tremendous tonal qualities by
hearing two pitches which can evolve and interplay with each other.
Innovative multi mode Filter
The very heart of the sound of the Neutron is its highly-flexible 12 dB 2-pole
filter, which lets you freely experiment with the cutoff frequency and resonance
to create out-of-this-world soundscapes. Neutron's Filter Mode button toggles
between LFP, BPF and HPF. You can also adjust the attack, decay, release
and sustain controls to affect the cutoff frequency with time. A second filter
output allows further audio contortion with its own dedicated output from the
patch bay.
Distorted reality
The VCA passes through the powerful soft clipping overdrive circuit which can
add punch and bite to your creations. This section also features a diverse tone
control to further expand your creative palette.
Oscillator and LFO morphing
The exquisite ability to blend or morph the oscillator and LFO shape lets new
adventures in tone creation begin. By modulating these waveforms, psychedelic
sounds can be cooked up comparable to other synthesizers.
Poly Chain ready
While it is largely a monophonic instrument (one note at a time) the Poly Chain
function lets you combine multiple Neutron synthesizers for polyphonic sounds.
Bucket Brigade Delay
The Neutron has an impressive analog bucket brigade delay section. Gone is
the cold digital delay chip found in most modern synthesizers and replaced
by a warm analog design. Effects from long dub delays to extreme chorusing
can be created.
Semi-modular Design
Designed around an elegantly clean, calculated work stream. The Neutron
benefits greatly from its semi-modular design, which requires no patching for
quick operation. Just connect your keyboard or computer via MIDI or USB and
start exploring the versatile world of analog music synthesis.
Eurorack ready
Designed to handle the rigors of life on the road or in the studio, your Neutron
can easily be transferred into a standard Eurorack case for the perfect integration
into your existing system.
Controls and Connectivity
The Neutron has 36 knobs and 7 buttons, all laid out in a highly-intuitive format
that puts the fun back into your music creation. Input and output connections
include: Audio input, MIDI I/O and thru over USB/MIDI DIN plus a full 32 input, 24
output patch bay for countless experiments into the world of modular synthesis.
you Are Covered
We always strive to provide the best possible customer experience. Our products
are made in our own MUSIC Tribe factory using state-of-the-art automation,
enhanced production workflows and quality assurance labs with the most
sophisticated test equipment available in the world. As a result, we have one of
the lowest product failure rates in the industry, and we confidently back it up
with a generous Warranty program.
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