Behringer Model D: I Changed my Mind...with Help from the NTS-1!

Behringer Model D: I Changed my Mind...with Help from the NTS-1!
Today I thought I'd give the Behringer Model D another chance, this time with some extra help from the Korg NTS-1's awesome array of effects! Last time I used the Model D, I'd contemplated selling it, but after making this video, I think it's safe to say my mind has been changed!
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[@walrtbstudios5430]

Wow. This was one o& those videos that I couldn’t watch to the end as I was desperate to get my hands on the hardware- and it both persuaded me to keep my Model D and removed any regrets I had after buying the NTS-1. Had riffer running into the D into the NTS-1 into AUM for some more fx, and boy did it enliven a dull Sunday. Subbed.

[@FreeBeat]

Thanks so much! The NTS-1 is simply amazing haha

[@MauricetePas]

I did the same thing yesterday with my Volca Keys and the NTS-1. Playing around with the effects and trying them out on different sequence patterns. The NTS-1 really makes a big difference. It was hard to quit. 😁

[@FreeBeat]

It's almost impossible to put down once you get into it! Do you have any custom effects on it yet?

[@MauricetePas]

@@FreeBeat Yeah, it sound great. 👌 I do have some free custom oscillators bit no custom effects. I am still exploring its out of the box possibilities.

[@FreeBeat]

@@MauricetePas Nice! Any recommendations?

[@Philipplus]

Hi! I like to put my SQ-1 sending CV to the Filter cutoff while playing, so a small CV sequencer could be an interesting and relatively inexpensive addition. I wouldn't go all the way to Eurorack modular: before we can start making anything, we need to invest on a case and a good power supply, so it does have some initial costs before we start ripping the benefits of having a modular system. Cheers!

[@pablowentscobar]

Yeah man, I think the Model D sounds fantastic, and I didn't realize it before but the NTS-1 is a good effects processor. I'm sort of in the same boat you were back then. I just got into synths a couple years ago. Previously Sludge metal, guitars and bass. When the Volcas first came out it was really intriguing, a tiny analog synth for $150. I picked up a Keys and then like a year later the dropped the Sample and I grabbed one. Then they sat collecting dust for a few years and I sold them. Now, 8 years later i slipped back into this world and bought an Akai MPK mini play and a looper pedal, then a few months go by and I got the Volca sample2, then a Behringer VS mini, then a Crave, now I'm looking at an Edge and I'm right back to GAS. Anyway, good stuff here fren. What did you end up getting? A Mavis?

[@FreeBeat]

I wound up just keeping the Model D actually haha. Thanks for watching!

[@MrGeoffashley]

Dreadbox Chromatic series, 2hp, pre-made diy modules on reverb, Nifty Case nifty bundle (if you’re planning on getting some budget eurorack modules and need a full case, this is the starter kit). Behringer has some new budget eurorack modules as well. This is my personal plan for getting into eurorack myself. Well, full eurorack...some effects models in like a 4ms pod and build a eurorack synthFX box to pair with either my Boutiques, Volcas or PO’s to start

[@FreeBeat]

I can feel myself getting pulled towards the world of modular lol. Thanks for the suggestions!

[@carlos_martinezzz]

The model D sounded great with the NTS-1!! It's a shame that they are not producing new ones anymore :( The only modular synth I know that is around 100 usd is the Bastl Kastle v1.5. You can send and receive CV with a 3.5mm cable and an adapter.

[@FreeBeat]

I've almost pulled the trigger on a Kastle more than once lol. I'm sure I'll have one soon. Thanks for watching!

[@MG53v8]

Hi watching this in a noisy staffroom , is the nts-1 being used as an fx unit ? Cheers 🍻

[@amazeus1980]

That synth can make a whole album, but multi sampling of such sounds like yours here is advised, since it’s only a mono synth. Poly chain would be expensive. Still, one can program simple chords only with one unit. Percussions, fm synthesis, instruments of various kinds, sound effects...is what this synth does.

[@vprice509]

The Model D sounds really good. Some of the timbres remind me of the synth-pop duo "The Knife". Great band, btw. I just got the Moog Werkstatt last week. I now have 3 other mono synths that I am going to sell because the sound of the Moog is so damn good. A word of unsolicited advice, Mr. Free Beat: Get it right away. Moog is only selling them for a limited time (my guess is that means they had a certain number made). It is top-notch. If you were going to spend $100, just double that and get the Moog and wait on the microphone for next time. It's the best sounding mono synth I have had so far, and I used to have an SH-101. Also, an idea for a future episode- Use the same setup, but this time use the sequencer or arp.

[@howardanderson3061]

Hey thanks for the tip, I should jump on getting one!

[@FreeBeat]

Thanks for the advice! I think it very well might be my next synth. Do you have any experience with the Behringer Crave? If so, how would you say they compare?

[@howardanderson3061]

@@FreeBeat No I don't, actually I have no hands on experience with any of the Berringer synths. Just that I have not seen a demo that I do not like.

[@blushingfrieza]

Love The Knife!!!

[@mastaboog749]

i need to set up my werkstatt with my modular kit and finally figure out some good sounds for it to sample into my mpc

[@joeblow593]

Yup, def keep it. Effects cure many ills. Sounding more and more like Emerson, Lake, and Palmer all the time. You could run it thru a pignose, that should be less than $100.

[@FreeBeat]

Thanks for the advice! I'll check it out :)

[@jayfunk5988]

Inspiring, great work out😊👍

[@JTMS]

Patch the microfreak CV with this, get really crazy with the two!

[@FreeBeat]

That's a good idea! I'm pretty new to CV, would that be a good starting point for me?

[@JTMS]

@@FreeBeat yeah it's pretty cool because then you start getting this hive mind with the two. CV is just controlled voltage. When you realize that it can be a clock, an lfo, or anything really, it becomes a wide open landscape.

[@alekseimusic]

I think Model D is a beast as a bass synth. I use it mostly for basslines. Leads also can sound massive!

[@FreeBeat]

Yeah, I think it crushes it in both departments!

[@wayfaerer320]

@@FreeBeat I think it's also great for Berlin-style Sequences. The Model D coupled with a Behringer Deepmind 6 or 12 is like Tangerine Dream at your fingertips - for the money, it's amazing.

[@amphora8321]

You might want to use your drumming skills on a drum machine and then play the synths to that. Many people use repetitive drum patterns but, as a drummer, you don't. 50bpm maybe with flanger synth ? The sense of rythmn could increase the number of viewers. Just an idea. Good vids, keep em'up cheers

[@FreeBeat]

Thanks for the feedback :) One thing I like to show on the channel is my own personal growth and exploration of synths, hence why I don't always have a rhythm component in my videos. Thanks so much for watching!

[@JeffreySaxophoneTallNewton]

How does the Korg NTS-1 NuTekt Digital DIY Synthesizer compare to the Zoom MS70CDR MultiStomp Guitar Multieffects Pedal?

[@FreeBeat]

Hmmm, it's a tough comparison for sure. I've covered both on the channel, but they are a bit too different to directly compare I think.

[@JeffreySaxophoneTallNewton]

@@FreeBeat I'll try to find your video on this! I also play guitar, so I think that the Zoom might be better to get first.

[@FreeBeat]

@@JeffreySaxophoneTallNewton You can't really go wrong with either of them! If you play guitar definitely give the MS-70 a shot :)

[@JeffreySaxophoneTallNewton]

@@FreeBeat Cool, thanks.

[@DJPositron]

Hi, how is the nts1 connected to the model d? I can't seem to figure it out, thanks, total noob here.

[@FreeBeat]

Headphone output of the model d into the audio and of the NTS-1:)

[@DJPositron]

@@FreeBeat thanks mate!

[@adventureswithsteve2981]

They pair well

[@FreeBeat]

To say the least! Thanks for watching :)

[@OttosTheName]

NTS-1 pairs excellently with everything I've run through it so far. Even shortwave radio bleeps, data transmissions and white noise. Just some fantastic FX in there.

[@riainmcclanahan916]

Have you made a video on how to set up the Model D with the Arturia into the DAW??? I would love to see that video because I want this set up too and I'm a noob.

[@FreeBeat]

I haven't, but all you need to do is plug the Model D audio output into your audio interface, and then select that input in your DAW :) Thanks for watching!

[@riainmcclanahan916]

@@FreeBeat ahhhh thank you 🙏

[@qrplife]

Try the Cathedral reverb by hammondeggs on your nts-1. It’s sublime.

[@FreeBeat]

You are my hero

[@SkyscanX1]

It would go well with Behringer Crave under $200US now on Amazon. Lots of patching/interface possibilities and the Crave has the 3340 chip, same as the Mother 32

[@FreeBeat]

I just noticed that price drop, definitely makes it pretty tempting!

[@SkyscanX1]

@@FreeBeat It's my next purchase, I have the Volca Keys and Model D now.

[@FreeBeat]

@@SkyscanX1 I've been binging videos today, it sounds awesome!

[@SkyscanX1]

@@FreeBeat Yes it is! It's basically a Moog Mother 32 at a fraction of the price! It has that famous 3340 Oscillator chip that sounds amazing and great patching options and poly chain to interface with your B Model D. I have ordered already.

[@SkyscanX1]

Just purchased at Sweetwater's $199!

[@egbertvanmilgen1739]

Maybe you can connect it to your Keystep Arpeggio?

[@FreeBeat]

Yup, that's next!

[@skyreadersociety6183]

sold mine, cause it broke after 4 months (after thomann repaired it). with this swing thing I decided to stay away from behringer, even though all analog synths I played sounded really good.

[@defjeff2907]

I knew if you connected these two you'd keep the model d

[@FreeBeat]

I can't believe I'd only hooked these two up once before!

[@jsaulkane5893]

Go on Sell it.. !!! .. you know you want to..

[@FreeBeat]

Haha I'm not so sure I do now!

[@ushnicyuvnikof2748]

It's basically a moog for almost nothing, you'd be crazy not to keep it, it'll 10x in price in a few years.

[@galifettetv1238]

Behring er not berindjer

[@FreeBeat]

Thanks for watching!