914 Fixed Filter Bank Eurorack Module

Behringer 914 Fixed Filter Bank
Legendary Analog Fixed Filter Bank Module for Eurorack
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- Vintage-sounding 914 fixed filter bank module from the ‘70s
- Authentic reproduction of the discrete I/O circuitry from the “Modular 55” Series
- Artist roster includes world’s most famous pop, rock and jazz musicians
- 12 active bandpass filters ranging from 125 Hz-5.6 kHz
- Additional lowpass and highpass filters
- Dual input and output jacks

[@christofferainek]

You know it’s a cool module when it sounds awesome even just passing white noise through it 🖖

[@TheSynthZone]

white pink blue violet and red, yes , red

[@bxtrc1341]

Videos are great, but we really need some footage of somebody just jamming out on a completed rack.

[@pedrofigueiredo1936]

definitely, I'm calmly waiting so I can make a decision xD

[@FatSynthDude]

I didn't realize I needed that until now. The resonator effect is rather beautiful.

[@TheSynthZone]

reminds me of the triple resonator on my antique KORG 3100.

[@andybside]

Me too. Lol.

[@FatSynthDude]

I ended up getting the Dot Com version, and it's pretty freaking awesome. That said, I'm still hopping on the System 55 when it comes out.

[@PatchMonger]

Awesome guys. Looks and sounds amazing. I cannot wait to get this one and the 960!!!

[@AppleKid]

Getting a lesson each time please keep making videos.

[@inventanew]

finally some sound demos yeessss, can't wait till they are available

[@exteriorsigns]

Fantastic. Solina will be great too. :)

[@bobthesalesclerk]

Thank you for playing that snippet of the new Sunn0))) record!

[@digitaldiezel5870]

Wow 😮! I need to hear this thing in action.

[@StevenWRichardson]

I really really want this module more than any other from this series, just saying if this came out today I’d buy it instantly

[@CMDRTeatime]

This module sounds like something Brian Eno would have used on his Apollo album - lovely and I can't wait to start buying these myself for my eurorack system.

[@alfr_ruiz]

yeah I'm buying all of these

[@fortheloveofnoise9298]

This filterbank makes me want to get into modular.

[@Boddhisattva007]

It would be nice to have a breakout module with CV control over each filter

[@AntonRiehl]

It would make for such a great evolving drone!

[@Skootavision]

Boddhisattva007 begs the question - have these been built with future/madder n mind

[@Psychlist1972]

@@kellymerrill5294 Technically, this one isn't "authentic" anyway, as it uses opamps. CV control would be super nice addition, though. Regardless, sounds excellent.

[@kosmikmusa]

Yes. Forget authentic and do future of music.

[@MattnUska]

It could be hacked to make a cv control over over each knob. I might give it a shot when I get one.

[@Richard_P_James]

Looks and sounds great.

[@zerozeroisland]

Mine is arriving tomorrow in the US from Thomann. I can’t wait!

[@Rhythmicons]

verdict?

[@jackpijjin4088]

2:12 "By the way, it uses **op-amps** for the filter bank and transistors for the input and output stages." Pointing this out since it seems to be a somewhat popular topic for discussion.

[@mickeythompson9537]

Exactly... said in such a way as to simultaneously admit and disguise the fact that it isn't the authentic circuit. Sneaky.

[@jackpijjin4088]

@@mickeythompson9537 Yeah... personally as long as the thing works, does what it claims, and does it well, I don't mind if it's not 1:1 authentic. Though with that being the case, they really should be more open about it- simply adding 'we've tried to replicate the designs as closely as reasonably possible, but had to make some changes in some places without tonally changing the device' would cover it. Treating it as a perfect replica is more than a bit sketchy.

[@mickeythompson9537]

​@@jackpijjin4088 Exactly. It's just honesty. They're doing word-spinning. "Custom-wound inductors are very expensive, so we used the analog electronic equivalent." is easy to admit. I just watched kzbin.info/www/bejne/rmHGko1-msRnhck where he says they used discrete components everywhere, and very few op-amps! So they're not being fully coherent.

[@lordundhimself1310]

"It uses op amps for the filter bands and transistors for the input and output stages, but you still get a real analog filter..." That seems clear And they've been saying that there are a few differences but it's as close as they can get it since they started putting this series out...I dunno, it's been pretty clear to me.

[@mickeythompson9537]

@@lordundhimself1310 Check out the schematic or internal photos of the original - then you'll get why the statement isn't clear.

[@glenesis]

I'd love to see this implemented in a graphic eq chassis with regular sliders....maybe in a one-rack space with 2 of these, wired for dual-mono...

[@corridor444]

Much appreciated

[@davidrobertson4301]

3.03 I'm looking forward to this extra special one coming up

[@jmarvosa6x3]

Nice!!

[@dmthandmade5674]

We need an oldschool synth kit like the Maplins. I bet Uli has a soft spot in his heart for such. Imagine, if Uli hooked up with Yvess. Yusynth, brought to you by Behringer... I can daydream.

[@TheSynthZone]

hope it plays well in a group. =)

[@t55a2]

A lovely thing

[@gabrielegelfofx]

wonderful. Any plan for the 905 spring reverb module?

[@ellopropello]

and now please give us cv inputs for all the levels. that'd be awesome :)

[@micindir4213]

Please consider this : I would love to try out modular effects. Meaning I want to put DAW tracks through various modules, pedals etc. I mean amplitude-controlled phase shift, distortion, compression, eq, filtering. More advanced stuff would be schmitt-trigger fuzz, octave up fuzz, octave down (mxr blue box) etc. More advanced would be external input section from K2 and envelope follower. In a nutshell 1. Line to modular level (and back) 2. Utility Gain 3. Signal to Trig/Gate 4. Envelope follower 5. Pitch to CV The justification is as follows. With modular you could build a fuzz box, distortion, compressor, tremolo with roughly same set of modules. It's actually more diverse then many pedals but with much more variety. Fixed Filter Bank fits this same category.

[@TheSynthZone]

ever use the NORD micro modular as an effects box? I wonder if CV could be grafted...naaa- I can dream tho

[@CitizenOfEverywhere]

I'm looking forward to putting a complete system together with (mainly) these modules, but so far there's no word on the 921, 921a, 921b or any LFOs. Will these also be available with the first wave of modules to hit our favorite music shops?

[@behringer]

Great question! The 921 was released yesterday so it should show up for preorder at your favourite music shop soon. The last missing modules are following shortly. There are no dedicated LFOs - you would either use a 921 or a freely running 921b without the oscillator driver.

[@CitizenOfEverywhere]

@@behringer Thanks for the reply - Really looking forward to these!

[@GlasgowSkate]

would love to see a 16 step sequencer, this already has the makings of the looks

[@TheSynthZone]

KORG SQ64 really needs 16 tracks total. Wish I could rack mine firmly.

[@BenBlauRecordings]

When comes the video presenting the 960 sequencer, Götz?

[@jacobbrown1690]

nice

[@TheSynthZone]

oh, this is going to be good. Now to save up for more, more, more. Cant wait to filter this with some other classics and CV breed them. In the dark I guess cause i dont want to scare anyone.

[@InvertedPopesMusic]

Could be interesting as someone who is more than interested but will not be able to afford all the modules in one go, to have a breakdown of what you might need to get started with. Which modules require other modules to actually function properly or to their full potential. Maybe several demo setups with a limited number of modules in each case to demonstrate what can be done.

[@2000stephenellis]

I`m interested in modular but have never taken the plunge ... could Behringer come up with an "introduction to modular" set that would have all the necessary modules required to get up and running straight out of the box please ?

[@behringer]

Start with this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/j2Oofp1mfqpon6M and more tutorials are currently in the making!

[@ryanmelvey8764]

hey behringer! i have a wurlitzer electric piano and i was thinking it would be cool to run it through your new euro rack modules. what is the smartest way to get instrument level signals into your euro rack and then back into my mixer???

[@TheSynthZone]

get a doo hickey and a thinga ma bob

[@mickeythompson9537]

Inductors like the original, or op-amp gyrators? For the price, I'm guessing the latter.

[@williammanganaro9070]

Here is another recreation that uses inductors instead of gyrators. Maybe the "tech" video shall reveal? vintageking.com/ajh-synth-fixed-filter-bank-914-black?gclid=CjwKCAjw1cX0BRBmEiwAy9tKHirUV1w4jKdzhm9IXH2d304B8Udkn7orsqDmrTAYA83IP-hWgXh_OxoC0-AQAvD_BwE

[@Ebotronix]

is this an inductor based module as the original Moog module?

[@ValdeckRocher]

Is there a "0 dB" position on the 5 or the 0 is 0 dB. Is there only amplification ? Or is there attenuation too ?

[@s.j.productionstudioakhalk4936]

Hello! are the boards of these modules completely made on factory machines or are part of the parts soldered manually? I'm going to place an order, I'm interested. Thanks!

[@gliufrate]

ok, ma la Solina vogliamo farla? ;-)

[@zoundsic]

got mine

[@droy47]

Does 2 in 2 out mean that you can might a stereo input to it?

[@regalerecords9644]

Hello, This may seem like a daft question, but could I connect a volume pedal to this unit to control each of the different filter banks like a wah-wah pedal? Or do Behringer offer a similiar product? Thanks, Stephen

[@fakshen1973]

Just did a price-check from a big name US music store. I saw it listed for $99. Dude. A fixed filter in Eurorack for $99. That's cake.

[@Jonhilsea]

Do you have a price for the complete rack set up you've got there yet ?

[@TheSynthZone]

coming soon!

[@bernarddzido1496]

what is that in the background?? I see some unfamiliar synth, on the left second from the top ::))))

[@gr3g0r5]

looks like the motör 49 master-keyboard

[@bernarddzido1496]

@@gr3g0r5 thought about it

[@WorksopGimp]

That pink noise sounded like the War of the Worlds when the aliens come to life

[@Monkeyshaman]

The problem is of course the humans.

[@synthesizerhome2041]

which one would you choose? This one or the Doepfer Filter Bank A-128 and why?

[@penishead_official]

I am writing an review of some of these modules for a German big online journal. I detect that there are 7 ICs (14 frequencies) in this module but there could be nothing because of the discrete I/O circuitry?? To avoid misunderstandings it would be helpful to get an answer soon.

[@behringer]

Almost all System 55 modules are completely discrete - no ICs - and therefore using the original circuits. The 914 is partly an exception. While it uses discrete circuitry for the input and output stage, the filter bands use ICs instead of inductors. With inductors this module would have cost hundreds of euros more. The ICs function as the modern days equivalent of the inductors. That keeps the module really affordable and at the same time is still a real analog circuit and no simulation. Hope that helped!

[@penishead_official]

@@behringer thank you

[@ariksalomon8400]

I am missing a video about the vco‘s 921 921a 921b

[@danielsolomon63]

CV Control for each band? What's the use of this?]

[@panjiekaputra2508]

Hi, can you use this for dj mixer?

[@asynchronicity]

Let’s hear it with piano, polysynth, drum loop type sounds

[@cnfuzz]

At the moment the behringer pricetargets are similar to several other eurorack manufacturers , not really undercutting them

[@cellbiol7298]

why no CV control? - I thought that's the beauty of modular

[@williammanganaro9070]

Its a recreation of the original and thus no CV. Maybe its not such a bad thing? You can "play" the filters during performance. I am impressed at what it can do with just a simple pink noise source and some feedback. Imagine all the other possibilities.

[@kentkacs3140]

That's the "fixed" part.

[@serafimovych1750]

If you like DIY, you can solder individual frequency outs to the test points on the back of the module (TP markings) and put those through VCAs. Just did it.

[@12copablo]

Would be cool to hear it with a more musical sound.

[@TheSynthZone]

Not a music example really

[@darkwyndigo]

This filter connect in neutron?

[@unknowncollection4659]

why no cv jacks?

[@stefan3112]

This seems to be an unique filter, that I didnt see on any other synth. Your presentation shows, how much music and atmosphere could be in filtered pink noise. By the way: what means 'vintage' in this context? Isn't it just a phantastic filter? For me this is 'timeless'. One question: for the resonnance, there is another module, right?

[@behringer]

Absolutely right - this thing is extremely unique! For filters with resonance and explanations on "vintage" check the other videos in the System 55 playlist - link is in the description.

[@Robbinsffxi]

Does it use inductors like the original?

[@mickeythompson9537]

Just posted the same. For the price, I'm guessing it's op-amp gyrators.

[@vaxdatex8540]

There's authentic and there's general availability in market. I guess we have to pick one over the other. At least provide MSRP and target dates.

[@Gyrbae]

I should freeze myself and set the time to 28 days from now. I'd wake up and get to mess around with my brand spanking System 55. Either that or fight off a horde of the undead.

[@behringer]

"Braiiiiiiinsssss......!" 💀

[@davidrobertson4301]

So there's authentic then there's "special" authentic.... As we say in Australia "sounds good but"

[@sebastianzech3892]

Da fehlen einfach noch 12 cv Eingänge. Dann wäre das perfect für dubdelay sachen mit gesteppten filtersound.

[@Rhythmicons]

But it's not the same one that appeared on the IIIp hahahaha.

[@declanallan885]

awwww, no inductors :(

[@overload8741]

Is more like a EQ becose you can't play it with a keyboard without cv

[@pastoelio]

too bad u cant send cv to each knob

[@cellbiol7298]

why sooo wide? who has so much HP free?

[@elusivemindz2872]

Exactly what I thought :(

[@mpmi7588]

Everything i see are filters (low pass and high pass). I havent heard any music. Couldn't I just do this on a synth with dynamic filters? It's interesting but I'm trying to understand why someone would want a eurorack of filters. To filter the filter? And no this isn't a dig a Behringer.

[@gr3g0r5]

I don't really understand your question tbh. But the effect of a fixed filter bank cannot be recreated by other types of filters, unless you would buy like 10 of them and a giant mixer. You would typically use this either for drones, or at the end of a mix or in series with a more normal filter or other type of overtone-manipulating device. It's a very powerfull sound design tool that allows a lot more variation than say a normal 24db/oct low pass. You could also use it to filter noise into say a sample and hold to create controllable random CV signals. But to answer your other question, yeah of course most eurorack players want more than one filter. They all sound different and some of us want to make more that one sound at a time ;)

[@alienk9647]

Re4

[@Sycokay]

That's the problem of Behringer today: they misunderstand "authenticity" for "it has to have the same jacks and knobs and labeling", limiting the possibilities of the device to that of a 50 year old one. Why don't you just focus on authentic SOUND - and give us new features coming with that sound? In this example, it should be a no-brainer to add CV inputs. Wouldn't hurt anyone, but would increase value and versatility of the module tenfold.

[@stefanhennig]

I can only guess what Uli thinks, but regarding the other comments, even changing the color or the size of the knobs will change the sound for some of the gearheads here. As for the rest of your question, I can answer that: a voltage controlled filter is a completely different beast than a knob-adjustable fixed-frequency filter. For one thing, you'd most likely replace OpAmps with OTAs and have an entirely different schematic. Then you'd be at exactly the point where you would have gained nothing much over a good software simulation on the PC or on a DSP. IMO, this is the only valid way to do it. If you need a filter with CV inputs, you will have to buy a different one. But that's the charm of modular, isn't it? You can easily do that.

[@serafimovych1750]

I would like to add that it is easy to solder individual frequency output jacks to this module. Those can then be patched through VCAs and mixed up. So we are talking about a breakout board without a completely different schematic, consisting only of a few jacks; the approach is still modular. Whether it would make economic sense for Behringer to sell such a thing - no idea. I'd say, yes - other companies are selling simple breakout boards with a big surplus.

[@i_never_asked_for_an_alias]

Too bad the filters have no CV. 😒 It sound great.

[@kellymerrill8024]

Yikes! Not the best time to unload a slew of new devices. Maybe next year.

[@mgregory22]

Pfft. I don't need a System 55 clone. Why are you even showing this to me? I'm not going to buy one. I don't even want one.