Behringer BRAINS Multi-Engine Digital Oscillator Module

Description

Behringer BRAINS Multi-Engine Digital Oscillator Module

Behringer BRAINS is a digital oscillator module designed for Eurorack modular synthesizer systems used in sound design, music production, and modular performance environments. It enables multi-engine sound generation for musicians and synthesists working with modular synthesis workflows. This makes it ideal for modular setups where flexible synthesis engines and voltage-controlled sound shaping are critical.

The module generates sound using multiple synthesis engines operating at a high internal sampling rate and digital processing resolution. Control voltage inputs allow external modulation of synthesis parameters such as timbre, harmonics, pitch, and morphing between sound models. Dual audio outputs and internal digital processing support flexible signal routing and sound variation.

This design supports modular musicians creating percussion, melodic voices, textures, and evolving soundscapes within a Eurorack system. Users can patch modulation sources to dynamically alter synthesis parameters during performance or sound design. The module integrates with other Eurorack components through control voltage inputs and audio outputs.

Key Features

Multi-Engine Oscillator Architecture: Digital oscillator module with multiple synthesis engines for diverse sound generation

24 Synthesis Engines: Includes multiple oscillator models for melodic synthesis, percussion generation, and sound design

High Resolution Processing: Operates with 96 kHz internal synthesis for detailed digital sound generation

Integrated OLED Oscilloscope: Built-in display visualizes waveform activity and signal behavior

Voltage Controlled Parameters: External CV inputs allow modulation of timbre, harmonics, pitch, morph, and level

Dual Audio Outputs: Two separate outputs provide main signal and alternate sound variation

USB Firmware Support: USB connection allows firmware updates for the oscillator module

Eurorack Compatible Format: Designed for integration with Eurorack modular synthesizer systems

Technical

Specifications
Inputs

Timbre CV input

Type: 3.5 mm TS jack, DC to 2 kHz

Impedance: 50 kΩ

Max input level: ±8 V

Harmonics CV input

Type: 3.5 mm TS jack, DC to 2 kHz

Impedance: 100 kΩ

Max input level: ±5 V

Freq CV input

Type: 3.5 mm TS jack, DC to 2 kHz

Impedance: 50 kΩ

Max input level: ±8 V

Morph CV input

Type: 3.5 mm TS jack, DC to 2 kHz

Impedance: 50 kΩ

Max input level: ±8 V

Model CV input

Type: 3.5 mm TS jack, DC to 2 kHz

Impedance: 100 kΩ

Max input level: ±5 V

V/Oct input

Type: 3.5 mm TS jack, DC to 2 kHz

Impedance: 100 kΩ

Max input level: -3 to +7 V

Level input

Type: 3.5 mm TS jack, DC to 2 kHz

Impedance: 50 kΩ

Max input level: 0 to +8 V

Trig input

Type: 3.5 mm TS jack, DC to 2 kHz

Impedance: 50 kΩ

Max input level: 0 to +8 V

Outputs

Out 1

Type: 3.5 mm TS jack, DC coupled

Impedance: 1 kΩ

Max output level: 6.2 V

Out 2

Type: 3.5 mm TS jack, DC coupled

Impedance: 1 kΩ

Max output level: 6.2 V

Controls

Timbre: Darker or brighter content

Harmonics: Frequency spread or tonal balance

Freq: Frequency adjustment

Morph: Panning or character

Bank: Toggles band A and B

Model: Scrolls through models in active bank

Digital Processing

A/D converter resolution: 16 bit

D/A converter resolution: 16 bit

Sampling rate: 96 kHz

Internal processing: 32-bit floating point

USB

Type: USB 2.0, type B

Power

Current draw: 130 mA (+12 V), 10 mA (-12 V)

Physical

Dimensions: 129 x 81 x 45 mm (5.0 x 3.2 x 1.8")

Rack units: 16 HP

Weight: 0.16 kg (0.35 lbs)