Time has finally caught up with the amazingly flexible, “semi-modular” (aka semi-open architecture) synth of the 70s--The sweet spot between contemporary easy-to-operate preset-loaded “closed architecture” synths of today and the limitless sound design potential of the bulky and complicated fully modular “open architecture” synths the 60s.

Of them all, the legendary ARP 2600 is the most notable and highly desired synth of its times. It can be heard of countless recordings, including classics by the Who, Herbie Hancock, Edgar Winter, and Jean-Michel Jarre (who called the 2600 “the Stradivarius of synths.”)

Faithfully and painstakingly recreated, the vintage-classic ARP 2600 lives again inside the Behringer 2600 series. Since 2020, Synth enthusiasts have finally been given authentic and affordable access to vintage-style Analog semi-modular freedom. Never satisfied with just a home run, Behringer has taken it further with the limited edition “Blue Marvin” 2600.

Among the last pre-factory 2600 models, the Blue Marvin version was made in early 1971 (around the same era as the “Geay Meanie.”) Both versions feature slightly different components than found in the later 2600 models. Under the brilliant blue control plate cover and mono-colored LEDs, the Blue Marvin differs from the standard 2600 with specially selected Opp amps and transistors-- plus an authentic mechanical spring reverb tank!

Behringer’s true-to-vintage spec 2600 synths authentically recreate the ARP’s 3 VCO, 4 waveform design, matched transistors, and JFET circuitry. The control surface can look intimidating at first glance, but it’s not as difficult to operate as it looks. The 2600 features a “Normalized” signal flow—meaning all the necessary connections for basic operation are pre-connected internally. You can create sounds right out of the box using only the control surface faders. When you are ready for deeper experimentation, 98 patch points worth of signal routing will help take you anywhere your imagination leads. As an added benefit, the “B-2600” can be operated on a tabletop or mounted in an 8u-sized Rack. Plus, each of the 68 faders and 15 switches feature color-coded LED indicator lights for easy identification anywhere.

The Behringer 2600 series delivers true Semi-modular freedom and the ease of operation to create any sound you can imagine, from otherworldly ambiance to fat and punchy bass sounds, thick, raunchy lead lines, and beyond—an outstanding addition to any synth setup at an unbelievable price.