The UB-Xa is Behringer’s attempt at recreating the Oberheim OB-Xa, a classic synth from the ‘80s. The polyphonic aftertouch keyboard feels better than earlier Behringer models, and combined with its big, spacious panel, makes it a satisfying controller for Omnisphere. Additionally, for a bi-timbral, 16-voice analog synth with an Oberheim vibe, it is reasonably priced.
Behringer UB-Xa Strengths:
- Good Build Quality
- Spacious Panel
- Polyphonic Aftertouch
- Reasonably Priced
Behringer UB-Xa Details:
| Retail Price | Keyboard $1299, Module $949 |
|---|---|
| Number of Keys | 61 or Module |
| Keyboard Type | Full |
| Size of Controls | Medium |
| Special Features | Bi-timbral |
| Dimensions | Keyboard 41.14” x 13.78” x 4.29” Module 18.14” x 8.83” x 4.68” |
| Weight | 10.67 lbs |
| USB Powered | No |
| Pitch Bender | Keyboard Yes Module No |
| Mod Wheel | Keyboard Yes (Paddle) Module No |
| Sends Aftertouch | Keyboard Yes Module No |
| Sustain Pedal Input | Yes |
| Expression Pedal Input | No |
| Ribbon | No |
| Non-Functional Controls | Master Volume Balance Auto Transpose Down/Up Quantize 1 Quantize 2 Invert 1 Invert 2 LFO Track LFO Env Mod Freq PW OSC 1 LFO Invert Pedal Release Restart Settings Append Clr Lst Globals Vintage Initial USB/MIDI Vel/Aft Voice Mod |
| Arpeggiator | Yes |
| Sequencer | No |
| MIDI Messages | NRPN |
Omnisphere Sections Controlled by the Behringer UB-Xa:
| Independent Layer Control | No |
|---|---|
| Number of Oscillators | 3 |
| Number of Wavetables | 4 |
| Number of Envelopes | 2 |
| Number of LFOs | 2 |
| Filter Types | OB LPF 2-Pole
OB LPF 4-Pole |
| FX Units | None |
| Soundsources | No |
| Mod Matrix | No |
| FM | No |
| Ring Mod | No |
| Waveshaper | No |
| Unison | Yes |
| Harmonia | No |
| Granular | No |
| ORB | No |
| Arpeggiator | No |
Ratings
| Control of Omnisphere |  |
|---|---|
| Panel Layout |  |
| Ease of Use | |
| Keyboard Feel | |
| Build Quality | |
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