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An '80s Percussive Legend ? Reborn!





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Wielded by notable artists of the '80s, from The Human League to Tears for Fears and even to the King of Pop himself, the inspiration behind Behringer's LmDrum could not be any more coveted by sound designers and synthesis explorers at Sweetwater. Bearing a true-to-time sampling sound engine, a complete arsenal of sounds, and potent modern controls, their dreams of composing vintage-inspired rhythms have come to life. Built within is a powerful 64-step sequencer, harnessing vintage sounds while offering up complete modern manipulation and control for percussive potency like never before ? not to mention Pattern and Song operation modes for expanded use, whether onstage or within a studio setting. The best part? It's all primed with modern USB and MIDI connectivity, ensuring you'll have no problem including this legendary drum performance wherever and whenever it's required.





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With over 100 authentic drum sounds to choose from, including samples from LM1, LM2, and LM900 drum machines, rest assured you'll find no shortage of percussive potential within LmDrum ? complete with an authentic 8/12-bit sampling sound engine to emulate classic warmth and character of the original hardware. Furthermore, every sound is controllable via 16 velocity-sensitive drum pads, dual-mode analog filters, 3320 VCFs, and 2164 VCAs in order to sculpt your drum palette to perfection. Find a sequence you want to recall later. No problem: You can store up to eight songs and 128 patterns ensures you'll always find your way back to your favorite compositions within seconds.





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Boasting vintage-inspired sounds yet harnessing a bounty of modern enhancements, the LmDrum is a suitable inclusion for all studios. Tap into the machine's deep 64-step drum sequencer engine ? complete with poly-meter, step-repeat, note-repeat, real-time triggering, track-mute, and track-solo support for vast rhythmic possibilities. Likewise, an onboard 128x64. LCD graphic display and encoder make changes to Tempo, Swing, Probability, Flam, Random, and other sound parameters a cinch, allowing you to dial in the perfect output for any level project you have in the works. It's all topped off with a comprehensive MIDI I/O and USB implementation for next-level synchronization and connection to the rest of your external studio gear.





Behringer LmDrum Features:


A faithful hardware revival of a 1980s iconic drum machine beaming with modern personality


8/12-bit sampling sound engine emulates timeless sound performance


109 built-in drum sounds featuring inclusions from LM1, LM2, LM9000, and other classic drum machine models


Analog circuitry with original 3320 VCF and 2164 VCA formulate coveted sonic warmth


16-voice architecture with per voice level and pan controls for deep sound sculpting


64-step drum sequencer engine with poly-meter, step-repeat, note-repeat, real-time triggering, track-mute, and track-solo support


Tempo, Swing, Probability, Flam, and Random encoder control


Onboard FX bus with per voice Wave Designer and dual-mode analog filter utilities


16 velocity-sensitive drum pads with contemporary aftertouch controls


Store up to 8 songs/128 patterns for immediate recall onstage and in the studio


Pattern/Song mode control


MIDI in/out/thru interfacing with USB support for external devices and synchronization


USB, MIDI, Clock, and internal sync options


Easy-to-read 128 x 64 LCD provides a consistent visual of your workflow


1/4-in. headphone and main outputs for seamless inclusion into your setup