Behringer JT-4000M is a new version of its JP-8000-inspired $49 4-voice hybrid paraphonic Synthesizer with a new MIDI input socket.
As leaked in May, a new version of the JT-4000 synthesizer from Behringer is in the works.
Today, Behringer officially released the JT-4000M. The only difference to the OG version is that the JT-4000M has a MIDI input.
Features
- programmable 4-voice hybrid synthesizer
- two analog modeling oscillators per voice
- reproduction of the JP-8k sound engine with Supersaw waveform
- analog filter for warm and natural sound
- additional 2-operator FM engine for unparalleled sound possibilities
- authentic 12-bit DAC for classic sound
- two LFO’s to control filter and oscillator tuning
- two envelopes(filter, amp)
- arpeggiator with 3 patterns and hold function
- standard 3.5 mm MIDI connector plus DIN adapter cable included
- comprehensive MIDI In over USB implementation for connection to external devices
- 16 touch-sensitive keys for great playability
- 32 memory presets, expandable via SynthTribe app
- 6 function buttons and OLED display for easy and immediate parameter editing
- USB Type C allows powering via smartphone, power bank or computer
Behringer JT-4000M Micro is available soon for $49/59€
Available for pre-order here
Article From May 26, 2024
With the JT-4000, Behringer has created one of the most affordable and complete synthesizers on the market. For just $49/€49, you get a 4-voice paraphonic hybrid Synthesizer with an analog filter. It sounds very solid, considering the tiny price.
They put a minimalism factor on the feature list to achieve the price. The MIDI I/O, however, was too minimal. The JT-4000 comes with just one USB-C port that provides power and MIDI. So, you always need a USB host hardware to play the instrument with MIDI. Now Behringer seems to be working on an updated version after a year on the market.
Behringer JT-4000M
Since the decision to offer only one USB-C port for MIDI and power was met with criticism, Behringer decided to design a new series of USB host interfaces—in the words of an FB commenter, “the solution to the issue you created in the first place.”
Behringer seems to have reconsidered the JT-4000 design now as a new JT-4000M has appeared. You can find this in an official update post about the new USB MIDI host interfaces.
The Behringer JT-4000M appears to be the same hybrid 4-voice paraphonic Synthesizer: 4 voices, paraphonic, two analog modeling oscillators, analog filter, arpeggiator, and more.
But there is a difference. Next to the USB-C port, you can find a TRS MIDI input that solves the problem, so you can also play the synth with a MIDI keyboard without any detours.
Behringer has not officially announced the synth yet. They only say:
Remember the MIDI to USB host we proposed some time ago? We now have the first prototype up and running. It’ll take more time until we can ship it, but we thought to give you a quick feedback.
I’m curious when it will be announced and whether it will still cost $49/49€. And interestingly, many shops no longer carry the OG JT-4000.
Behringer JT-4000M availability and price is TBA.
More information will follow here: Behringer
