BEHRINGER DEEPMIND 12 EFFECTS OVERVIEW & DEMO ~ Reverbs, Delays, Distortion, EQ, etc.

Behringer Deepmind 12 effects demo. In this video I cycle through all the effects and tweak them as I go. This includes reverbs, delays, the compressor, phasers, choruses, a flanger, rotary simulator, noise gate, etc. I only use one effect at a time because the focus here is to cover the individual effects rather than the routing. I'm using the Deepmind 12 iPad app to control the synth here but you can access all these controls from the synth directly as well. The Deepmind 12 is an analog polyphonic synthesizer.
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[@AndyPawlakOfficial]

You have a very musical approach which is rare in the synth world. It's nice hearing sympathetic chords instead of bloops and farts and blokes talking about fucking Lfo's and filters. People need to remember that synths are for making music . So Thankyou :)

[@onceuponasynth]

Thanks for the kind comment!

[@TheAMN83]

Katsunori Ujiie is a nice reviewer from Japan. But this vidio is pretty nice.

[@kiko1935]

@Hello Jikken you'd be surprised dude. I see so many cringe reviews where it's just some dork adjusting the filter cut off and not using it in a musical context

[@kiko1935]

@@TheAMN83 ujie is God

[@lordundhimself1310]

Aparrlently you've never heard of Synth Lord Daniel Fisher of Sweetwater

[@musicboyuk]

I have been looking for a tablecloth like this for a while now and yours is really quite special. Thanks for sharing!

[@Sebastianrogersmusic]

Look for 3d printed ones on amazon they have some nice ones eith graphics.

[@Redge.]

These DeepMind videos have been so helpful, thanks for creating them!

[@SPACERAPTORGHOST]

Maybe my favorite channel on all of KZbin, fantastic! Keep the DeepMind videos coming please 🤓

[@onceuponasynth]

Wow that's high praise, thank you so much!

[@leemearns3808]

Great video. Really liked the way you came back with written corrections regarding what inspired the effects of these DM12 effects banks.

[@strangersun7721]

I continue to love this synth. Can't get enough of it. Other polys have come and gone from my studio in the time I've owned the DM12.

[@scottcupp8129]

Me too. I bought mine a few months ago. VERY happy with it!

[@miguelesteves9740]

I'm quite a beginner, but I've been following your videos for quite some time now, but I always come back to them at the right time, just when I'm able to comprehend and assimilate your synthesis lessons and fully appreciate this kind of demos. I can say I might have a similar approach to music, sound design and learning "philosophy" as you do, thus making you a great teacher for me, the viewer. Fun fact: I've been saving for the deepmind12 for some time, and this video of yours just pops out, kinda of validating my decision of buying it :P Thank you, once again.

[@Arbitrarynamehere]

You truly make the Deepmind sing. I've watched your videos on the DM and loved them, but your in-depth explanations and demonstrations here clinched the deal. I am now saving up for a DM, and subscribed to your channel. Your enthusiasm is so infectious, and your musicality makes it a joy to listen to - as another commenter mentioned, you make the sounds we, as musicians get inspired by instead of waxing about the relative merits of the choice of transistors. Thank you for your work, is what I'm trying to get at.

[@onceuponasynth]

Thanks so much for the kind words!

[@shawnsaul7759]

once upon a synth what do you think of the Deepmind 12 vs Peak vs System 8?

[@foggydrifty]

Those effects totally transform this machine into something more than I thought. Very nice set of tools.

[@TheSlowGrowth]

Your playing for the oil can delay is brilliant! Great video overall!

[@MadelnMachines]

Wow this effects section is deep. It's really cool how you can create finished polished sounds ready for the mix just using the DM. Sounds really great. I really can't believe how many there are and how fully featured they are.

[@onceuponasynth]

I know! I was really surprised.

[@MadelnMachines]

I kind of wished they released it as a separate unit with say 8 encoders or more and a screen so you could edit the controls without an ipad or the tedious one knob interface. They seem way too complex for the interface you get. If they'd have provided 3 or 4 encoders and 3 or 4 parameters that would have been much more usable. I'd love a multi-effects unit like this where you could tweak 1 knob per parameter without much menu diving

[@popewise]

once upon a sync ...the dopest channel always updated...

[@uberente]

really enjoying your videos. i've been into electronic noise making for quite some time but i went head first down the synth rabbit hole earlier this year. my dm12 should show up later this week and this series is a great introduction to it. mind boggling, lol..

[@ArcAudios77]

Really impressed with this coverage here, liked your playing and you took us through the effects very well. Thanks

[@onceuponasynth]

thanks, glad you liked it!

[@muaddib8074]

Thanks for the great videos - they helped me pull the trigger on the DM12 & I have to say that in person - it sounds even better! I'm more impressed with this synth's sound & build quality than I thought I would be..... :)

[@onceuponasynth]

You're welcome, enjoy your new synth!

[@AndrewGundran]

thanks for the thorough deepmind videos. a big part of why i now own one!

[@onceuponasynth]

Thanks, glad you liked it!

[@nickpritchard7130]

Another great vid. Big Thanks for making this one.!

[@THEREALDATALORD]

Man I really respect your work. Nicely done.

[@velexter9756]

Thanks so much. I look forward to hearing more of your videos soon. *Subscribed*

[@onceuponasynth]

Thanks dude!

[@YourFreeBeats]

Many thanks for this. I finally got myself one (in addition to a DFAM and Minilogue...so will probably tackle the Deep Mind last. I'm a huge fan of Yamaha's Motif and MOX series, and this seems like an analogue version of them

[@fmartin09]

There are a lot of people talking about why didn't they make the effects available through an input to the DM12. I believe that if the effects manufactures would have allowed that... Why would you buy their expensive effect racks?

[@Xul]

Well, Behringer's parent "Music Tribe" is the mother company of those FX device brands ... Its basically all one company ... But yeah ... the effects section alone is worth more than the DM6 costs ... You don't have to like the shady tactics and behaviour towards customers and reviewers by Behringer ... but fuck do they produce extremly good products for low prices.

[@blipblip88]

I know this synth has a load of features, but I can get lost for hours on the fx modulation alone-it's great therapy! lol. Thanks

[@popewise]

great work man

[@heltutrolig7645]

I should be angry with you, because now I HAVE to buy the DM12. But great video. I didn't know it has all these effect parameters. And BTW you've got youself a new sub. Thanks!

[@savanaviolenta]

Haha I already proceeded to check out and I'm waiting for DM to arrive,ough

[@onceuponasynth]

Thanks! (And sorry for the added G.A.S :)

[@TheSlowGrowth]

You could make a video on how to create a shimmer delay/reverb with the pitch shifter. I think you can put it into the feedback loop with one of the routing settings

[@onceuponasynth]

Oh that's a good idea. I haven't explored the various routing options yet but I'll dive deeper this weekend. Cheers.

[@psbsynthmusic]

Very cool videos !!! Very educational and inspiring. Love not-too-fast and not-too-slow in-depth approach ! Is A44 really a Default Program? I really like this preset with all those effects !

[@keenra]

Totally love your videos. My critique of this one is I really wish you went over how your sound was set up before applying any fx. I can't for the life of me get my deepmind to sound as punchy and pleasant and would've loved to know what your settings were for comparison purposes. Also ty for vid.

[@simaojoseph]

Effects are the best part of sound design.

[@Deckeable]

Boooar Spiderfingers. But exactly what anybody reading the posttitle and clicked on it wants to know. Very Musical presentation. Thank you!

[@lefterismatapasmusic]

Nice ideas!!!

[@drstupid1]

such a good video :)

[@bobafruti]

If they included an audio input people would pay $999 to use it for the effects alone.

[@Deeplycloseted435]

bobafruti true....it’s the most comprehensive fx section ever, even more than the Virus.

[@Sleepysidney]

100% they dropped the ball there. So disappointing. It is a Behringer so they had to get something wrong. Though saying that, it is the first Behringer thing I have bought I years and I love it. Model D next probably.

[@skyreadersociety6183]

those old lexicons there are really nice

[@aaronmatherly9602]

It's supposed to be an analog signal path up until the effects... I wonder how hard it would be to hack in a passive mix and an input jack

[@scottcupp8129]

The effects are awesome!

[@jasonesty3880]

I didn't realize that they had added the x-32 console's efx section to this synth. That's pretty cool.

[@BevisFriend2010]

The basic looking reverbs have another page of settings so they have 12 sliders in all. If you look on the iPad next to the FX slots, the 2nd window down shows 2 white squares when there are 2 pages. The FX section on the DM12 is absolutely incredible & having the Editor makes it 10 times easier to edit everything. I got an iPad Air 4, a Deepmind 12 & a 12D for about £1300 total. A 24-Voice Mega-synth with 8 FX engines & a 10" touchscreen is great fun. The FX modules are made by TC Electronics/Klark Technic and are seriously Top Notch. I only need to add the odd funky pedal like a Strymon Big-Sky or a Dr Scientist Bitquest & it gets Bananas really quickly.

[@callummckie894]

Awesome video thanks! Is it possible to use multiple instances of each effect simultaneously across the four slots?

[@WildernessMusic_GentleSerene]

DeepMIND...blowing. Effects alone are worth so much, add to that 12 voices plus modulation matrix.... and you get one of this decades truly fantastic synths that everyone can afford. The lack of oscillators makes me think adding two Yamaha Reface CS's to this for left, right, and center(DM12) stereo field would make this a $1500.00 rig for stereo and 4 oscillators.

[@lostboy5861]

More videos please your amazing !!!!!!

[@onceuponasynth]

Thanks man. I plan to make more vids soon! (I sold the DM12 though, so no more vids there unfortunately)

[@robertsimpson5801]

Wow! These videos are great!! Please do more videos on the Deep Mind! I will watch just to hear you play! Quick question: how is the iPad connected to the Deep Mind?

[@caydilemma3309]

Robert Simpson the DeepMind has built-in wifi so that you can connect it to the iPad, so probably that. You can also connect it via USB with a dongle on the iPad.

[@robertsyrett1992]

multiband distortion was by far my favorite.

[@onceuponasynth]

It's a wild effect, took quite a bit of effort to tame it. It goes from 0 to IN YOUR FACE with a slightest knob twist lol. Massive gain.

[@PierGen]

watching your videos, i like this synth every day more, i would like to have it :)

[@cain5ynth]

You should really look more closely to the Chorus-D. It is also available in the x32 and it is a simple to use magical 80s chorus, which I use on my CZ instead of the internal one. (Due to the noise it adds)

[@esoteric6178]

Have you by any chance put together a sound pack for this synth. I'd love to buy if you ever put it up for sale on sellfy or something.

[@noiselabproject9659]

Many have wondered why there is no audio input so that folks can use the Deepmind as a high quality FX processor too ( would be especially handy on the smaller desktop version like I have ) but I think that this ability was omitted on purpose by Behringer. Although they knew that very good quality FX would help to really make the synth stand out in many aspects, they also knew that for the price point of the Synth it was prob too much to also give people more access to those FX in other ways and that it would be giving away too much. After all they could easily make a decent FX box with all these FX loaded and sell that on it`s own and charge good money for that too. I bet though that it wouldn`t be too hard for someone to mod it by intercepting the audio path after the OSCs or before the FX circuit

[@Syntox]

It IS a shame! But I get it.

[@tommymandel3326]

It may have to do with quality - they would want very hi quality A/D conversion, for one thing. And it's beyond my technical knowledge, but would the audio input, once digitized and 'in the synth' have to then be converted to a voltage, since this is an ANALOG synth with analog filter, etc? That might be a big deal. And we do love the price point. Probably B. will come out with a $1500 euro box that does have audio input. And it'll be worth every penny.

[@pureeschaap]

@15:05 The EDISON EX1+ (to be exact) = it allows manipulation of the stereo field - page 98 in the manual of the DM12.

[@lostsearecordings]

Make more videos about this synth please.

[@onceuponasynth]

I've got many more in the pipeline. Stay tuned!

[@djbmanifestomode]

Please lead me to any videos where you route multiple FX. Particularly delay and reverb and distortion to LFOs. Thanks

[@ozzysublimeguy]

the wifi app blows my mind. I'm curious how the 'mood filter' sounds with the drive knob. I love using the drive filter on the UAD Moog filter emulation... curious how it compares. Thanks for the video, really helpful!

[@onceuponasynth]

Good question, I'll have to try that out. Thanks!

[@webelivejrich23]

How do you access the presets/modes within the TC deep verb without the iPad app? And how do you access the predecay time and tone knobs without the app?

[@mackifacki89]

I'm loving that tape delay emulation! Question: The key parameters for playing around with a tape delay is feedback and delay time. Is it posible to assign these two patameters to knobs/wheel/expressionpedal for serious live noise making with full sound control? :) It's hard to find this great a delay in most synths. Nord Stage isn't even close for example...

[@onceuponasynth]

Yes you can use those params as mod destinations in the mod matrix, so all the standard mod sources are available for it (mod wheel, sequencer, aftertouch, etc).

[@boarddaddy6852]

Hi. I'm new to the synth world. I bought Juno-6 a while ago and love its vintage sound. However, I'm looking for an all-around synth and wonder if this deepmind is the one for me... Would you say it would be a good replacement to my Juno-6? How is the sound of the deepmind compare to the juno? Or would there be a reason to own them both?

[@MatthewThomsonMusic]

Hi great vid just wondering you have a the ipad on a stand that connects to the synth? Or is it simply lying on top of the synth in this video? Thanks!

[@onceuponasynth]

Thanks! It's on stand (Pasonomi iPad Stand)

[@SupaSandeep]

damn, I might have just been convinced

[@robbiebull92]

What kind of iPad holder are you using? Nice demo thanks!

[@onceuponasynth]

Thanks! This is the holder I'm using: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0192P4Q94/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@niccologallani5497]

Can you change the delay time with a tap tempo push button during a live performance let's say?

[@Lainer1]

I am trying to choose between this, the Waldorf Blofeld and the Access Virus T12. Which do you think is the best quality and has the most features?

[@AchillesWrath1]

I want one. What do you plug it into and play it through for speakers?

[@Syntox]

Could this be the best app for a hardware synth?

[@saschakuhn2660]

Does the kb have a "Tap Tempo " button (e.g. for delays) ? TIA

[@MrRayinsf]

How would you compare the Deep Mind with the Moog One? I am considering either but there is such a huge price difference...

[@markolijus]

Please, i know this video is 2 years old, but can you tell me what is that constant noise trough this entire video starting from 1:30?? like white noise. Is that from synth?

[@zechariahfrink3707]

Could you output this effects window your using your iPad for to a MacBook Pro?

[@BluffMunkey]

Great video. I much prefer this and your compositions to the 'do they match' vids. I must confess they felt a little bit 'click baitey'.

[@onceuponasynth]

Thanks! Sorry that it seemed click baitey, definitely not my intention.

[@TheSlowGrowth]

click-baitey? What is click baitey about those videos?! I really liked them.

[@BluffMunkey]

I just mean the videos are showing two bits of gear together, and the notion that there is a question about them matching seems a bit odd. I think the guy has real talent in presentation and creating some wonderful sounds and doesn't need titles that appear to be there to generate clicks. Anyway......it was only meant as friendly, constructive criticism and I hope it was taken that way.

[@onceuponasynth]

"Will they pair?" is just the name of the series (like a TV show) and wasn't intended to be an actual question. But I can definitely see why it could appear that way. I might consider getting rid of the series concept in the future. KZbin is one big learning journey for me so I definitely appreciate all feedback.

[@sub-jec-tiv]

“Fair” = Fairchild compressor. Those slightly odd parameter names are all controls that appear on the super rare (but incredible sounding) Fairchild 670. Research is a great thing to do before offering knowledge to the public

[@thom-alphaxiii-5106]

Multi fx routings examples would be great

[@kolleghessig]

nice video, i really like your demos and reviews of the Deepmind! Just a quick question: Do any of the reverbs come with an actual dry/wet knob rather than just a mix knob? Like one that, if set to 100%, only outputs the tail and not the body itself? (really hope anyone sees this comment, although it's been two years already)

[@popewise]

wow great sounds..Are the presets in built...???

[@onceuponasynth]

Yes!

[@johnsymcox224]

I have the pc version of the editor and can't seem to scroll the fx like you can on the iPad. Have you tried it ?

[@onceuponasynth]

No, I've only tried the iPad app.

[@ryantakach1478]

23:45 is really nice

[@haxanlord]

Anybody know what song he’s playing at 33:20? Or is it improvisation?

[@Jorge.O85]

How you connect the Synth to the ipad ? Bluetooth ?

[@haroldkarl6708]

It's pity Behringer seemed to have abandoned the iOS app. I haven't been able to used it for a year or two now. I still love myDM12 though.

[@Sonikbytes]

Since it is fully analog audio pathway it shouldn't be to hard to rig up an input jack mod on that bad boy?

[@tianxing7795]

I was thinking the same thing. Hope someone can do it and make a video.

[@bobcatt2294]

The app is good however for the setup you have here, it becomes disruptive as it can not be easily seen.

[@popewise]

how do i get the app you are using in my ipad ...its more userfriendly and graphical

[@onceuponasynth]

You can download it from the app store (just search for "behringer deepmind").

[@calebrocha7518]

Is the app useable on an iPhone or only iPad?

[@sodle11]

I WANT IT

[@amf7650]

i was saving up for a juno but then i said fuckit this thing for 699€ new is a bargain thank you for all your videos!!

[@AchillesWrath1]

Nice, what will you play it through? Do you have a set up?

[@amf7650]

@@AchillesWrath1 i am now only exploring all the capabilities of the DM, but i plan on running my monologue, minilogue, roland tr-8 into the mixer and also sequencing most of them with an electribe sampler 2 that i will also use for little additions. Also into the mixer a guitar with a lot of reverb, delay, and whatnot anyway i have no idea yet what the final setup will be as i am sure i could do a lot with just half of those things cheers

[@totigerus]

Does the DM12 App work with the DM6?

[@dolo747]

what mount are you using for that iPad? i need that asap

[@onceuponasynth]

It's a Pasonomi iPad Stand

[@dolo747]

once upon a synth thanks a lot... subscribed

[@hasanodom4268]

Kind of strange that the different between the deepmind 12 and 6 is the voices and the lack of app support on the 6. Wonder why it only works for the 12, to sell more?

[@hasanodom4268]

Disregard my stupid comment due to pretty misleading information on the app store page.

[@TooSlowTube]

Does the app work, on the 6? I looked at the app store page, but there was only kind of a glancing reference to it.

[@ACCOUNTANTB]

is this effect software comes with it ??

[@esthermoonmusic]

Behringer should make a rackmount effects processor using all these effects for like $300-$400

[@mathieusimard]

can you plug guitar pedals with it

[@salvadoravila7145]

How good is the built quality?

[@rubengilrenault6077]

hello once upon a synth, i just contacted behringer because i didnt found the app for IOS nor Android. They told me they doesnt distribute application for those devices. So how is it that you and a lot of other reviewers posses them? best regards

[@onceuponasynth]

just search for "Deepmind 12" in the apple app store, it should be the only result that appears.

[@rubengilrenault6077]

thank you for the fast reply. yes i already found it for IOS, so behringer clerk just didnt know. As for android, there is no application. I have to wait or buy an ipad. Have a god day

[@viacheslavtsimma4427]

Do it works to DM6 ?

[@arlingtonhynes]

Still kicking myself for buying a Minilogue. It’s great, but... not Deepmind great.

[@Miyuk9p]

Contrary to what most people may think, this is exactly what I don't like on the Deepmind. Very few options to shape the basic sound itself, and then a ton of digital effects taking away the analogue sound and lot of them don't sound much different from each other. I would've either loved more sound shaping capabilities (it especially lacks in the avaiable waveforms and filters) because effects I have loads of in my DAW.

[@TallicaMan1986]

yeah but the sound shaping synth is all that there was in the market and still kind of is. Synths that come with a ridiculous amount of fx is great, it's different. The fx are more powerful than vst counterparts. The versatility in a synth should be treasured and not expected to be a part of an over saturated market of the Normal, expected synth. This synth is a pad monster, it can make sooo many types of evolving pads up the wazoo.

[@johnhorrobin8560]

I agree entirely , I do not have one but the sounds bathed in reverb are dreadful, there is no hardware way to disable the effx. I suspect the only way is to vary the settings for levels and effects return settings in the modulation matrix. Is there a separate manual for the module I have one on order but the pdf is for the keyboard version on the Behringer website. J Horrobin UK

[@lensmusic98105]

Miyuk9p what is it lacking in the analog engine??? everything sounds sick.

[@gjc82071]

JOHN HORROBIN - "there is no hardware way to disable the effx." Huh? You can just choose "none" in the effects section, and there won't be any effects. You can have from 0 to 4 simultaneous effects & can also route the effects like 20 different ways.

[@1980alsful]

The deepmind synths have amazing sound shaping and modulation possibilities. You even tried one mate?

[@jacobbrown1690]

TC makes great effects....the effects in dave smith intruments suck

[@bobcatt2294]

Unfortunately your voice is not clear - sort of muffled.

[@ozzysublimeguy]

If only there was an external audio in. Could be a fun send effect module for vocals or other synths. Awesome video!

[@onceuponasynth]

Yeah I agree, audio input would have been awesome!

[@johnhorrobin8560]

I was reading on the Behringer website about the reverb or some such effect where it said it was ideal for snare drums and vocals, .this is typical of Behringer when the unit has no microphone input and is probably incapable of a snare drum sound. This synth is being promoted with the included effects very heavily but the reverbs I have heard on this video sound awful, like the synth sound is detached from the reverb effect. I have got one arriving tomorrow , I will probably send it back.