Behringer has announced the RD-78, an authentic clone/replica of the Roland CR-78 analog drum machine from 1978.
It’s NAMM time in Anaheim (LA) with many new products to marvel at. Behringer doesn’t have a booth at NAMM, but is taking part at the Banaheim again like in previous years. This year they already showed the JT-16 (Roland Jupiter-8 clone) and the UB-X (Oberheim OB-X clone).
On Banaheim day 3, the “In The Air Tonight” drum machine is making a comeback.
Behringer RD-78
Yes, Behringer’s take on the iconic Roland CR-78 is coming soon. The RD-78 is an authentic clone/replica of the Roland CR-78 featuring the exact same analog circuitry, including the original coils and LC filters.
Like the original unit, it will ship with 14 tones: kick, snare, rim, cow bell, hi-hats, cymbals, congas, bongos, tambourine, and guiros. With 10 knobs you can control the proportion of the individual instruments. Some knobs are double-assigned.
Then, you can set the accent, balance, tempo, and work with variations. Next to this, you can select your track (up to 12 tracks), and choose the four alternative sounds using switches.
There is also another variation function, allowing you to vary your tracks using different sections (break, rhythm…). Behringer also replicated the fade in/fade out function of the original CR-78 with long and short options. Plus, you get a volume control.
Further, it also features a complete sequencer with pattern memory. I assume that the original patterns are included: rock, disco, latin…
The RD-78 is not yet finished but soon. Behringer says its Facebook post:
RD-78 is now up and running!
We are in the last stages of pre-production and are working closely with our beta testers to ensure the unit sounds spot on.And for those who love the technical details, we have incorporated the exact same circuitry into the design, including the original coils and LC filters. The team is filled with excitement about this legendary drum machine.
First Impression
More information here: Behringer
