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Basic data
Name
Behringer Crave
Category
5) Analog / semi-modular synthesizers
Type
ANALOG_SEMI_MODULAR_SYNTH
Specimen
A
Inventory tag
HW-2024-SY-CRAVE-001
Condition
OK
Physical parameters
Dimensions (mm)
—
Dimensions (inch)
—
Weight
—
Format
—
Material
—
Manufacturing (Period)
—
Manufacturer
—
Power
Voltage
12V DC
Current (typical)
1.5 A
Current (max)
2.0 A
Polarity
center +
Connector
2.1mm barrel
AC/DC
DC
Internal/External
External
Note
I recommend a stabilized source. Worse power supply = more zip/noise.
Warning: Check the polarity of the source before connecting! Improper power supply will damage the device.
Firmware and serial number
Serial number
BC987654E
FW version (current)
1.3
Check date
2026-02-27
Previous version
1.1
Bootloader
1.0
Update Link
Backup File
MANUALS/behringer-crave-v1.3.bin
Quick Summary
Compact semi-modular synth with its own sequencer, full MIDI control and rich CV/gate options.
Product Description
Analog Semi-Modular Synthesizer with VCO 3340, Classic Ladder Filter, 32-Step Sequencer and 16-Voice Poly Chain
Features and functions
- Analog Synthesizer with the legendary Prophet 5 VCO design enables incredibly fat sound creation
- Pure analog signal path based on authentic VCO, VCF and VCA designs
- Super-rich oscillator with pulse and sawtooth waveform outputs for achievable sounds
- Classic Moog 24 dB Ladder filter with dynamics for legendary sonic performance
- Switchable mode low/high pass filter for enhanced sound creation
- Modern and easy-to-use 32-step sequencer with 64 storage locations
- Advanced arpeggator with wide patterns for great sound effects
- Dedicated and fully analog triangle/square wave LFO
- 16-voice Poly Chain allows combining more of synthesizers for polymultiplicity of up to 16 voices
- Semi-modular design with default routing requires no patching for instant performance
- 18 x 14 I/O matrix for incredibly extensive and flexible patching options
- Noise generator dramatically expands waveform generation
- 47 controls give you direct and real access to all important parameters
- External audio input for processing external sound sources
- Complex MIDI implementation with MIDI channel selection and voice priority
Primary I/O (quick orientation)
| Domain | Inputs | Outputs | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIDI | Mini-USB (USB Type-B small) | MIDI IN (DIN 5-pin) | Full MIDI implementation, velocity, pitchbend, modulation |
| Audio Output | — | (2x) 3.5mm TS jack (mono, -10 dBV) | OSC OUT + AUDIO OUT (postfilter). One or both can be mixed. |
| CV/Gate | CV IN: 3.5mm TS (for external modulation), Gate IN: 3.5mm | CV OUT: 3.5mm TS (pitch, modulation sendsy) | 0–5V range, eurorack-compatible |
| Headphones | — | 3.5mm stereo jack (built-in amplifier) | Volume control on the device |
| Sync | Sync IN: 3.5mm TS (5V trigger) | Sync OUT: 3.5mm TS | Synchronization with other synths or sequencers |
Controls
FRONT / TOP (user control)
- Mini-keyboard: 32 keys, velocity sensitive
- Oscillator tuning: 5 octave range
- Filter envelope: Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release
- Cutoff frequency knob: 20 Hz — 20 kHz sweep
- Resonance: 0–100%
- Modulation wheel (left hand): Pitch bend, filter modulation
- Sequencer: 16 steps, velocity per-step, multiple sequence
- Arpeggiator: Up, Down, Up/Down, Random modes
Service / hidden elements
- RESET button: under the pencil case
- USB DFU mode: for firmware update
Connectors and connections
Connector matrix
| Interfaces | IN | OUT | Spec / note |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIDI | Mini-USB (USB Type-B small) | MIDI IN (DIN 5-pin) | Full MIDI implementation, velocity, pitchbend, modulation |
| Audio Output | — | (2x) 3.5mm TS jack (mono, -10 dBV) | OSC OUT + AUDIO OUT (postfilter). One or both can be mixed. |
| CV/Gate | CV IN: 3.5mm TS (for external modulation), Gate IN: 3.5mm | CV OUT: 3.5mm TS (pitch, modulation sendsy) | 0–5V range, eurorack-compatible |
| Headphones | — | 3.5mm stereo jack (built-in amplifier) | Volume control on the device |
| Sync | Sync IN: 3.5mm TS (5V trigger) | Sync OUT: 3.5mm TS | Synchronization with other synths or sequencers |
Latency and jitter
Clock sources
Internal, MIDI Clock IN, Sync IN (5V trigger)
Clock IN/OUT format
MIDI clock (synchronization with other devices), Sync 5V gate
Typical latency
< 2 ms (MIDI → sound generation)
Jitter spec
N/A (analog oscillators, digital sequencer)
Buffer support
Internal: 16 sequencer steps
Impedance and signal levels
Line Level (dBu)
-10 dBV (audio outputs — consumer level)
Mic In level
—
Output Impedance
~1 kΩ (audio outputs)
Input Impedance
~100 kΩ (CV/Gate inputs)
THD
< 0.3% @ 1 kHz typical
Frequency Range
20 Hz — 20 kHz
Other Specifications (from metadata.specifications)
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| No other specifications | |
Additional technical details
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| No additional technical details | |
Typical routing
- Solo synth: Crave as a standalone keyboard
• Set Oscillator tuning to desired pitch
• Experiment with Filter envelope and Cutoff frequency
• Play notes on a mini-keyboard
• Output L/R → Monitor / PA - Sequencer mode: Internal sequencer, synchronization with other devices
• Program a 16-step sequence on Crave
• Sync OUT (3.5mm TS) → TR-8 SYNC IN (triggers TR-8 sequence)
• Crave plays bassline, TR-8 plays drums, synchronized - MIDI controlled synth: Crave controlled from external MIDI controller
• Arturia Keystep MIDI OUT → Crave MIDI IN (DIN 5-pin)
Alternatively: Ableton Live MIDI OUT → Crave MIDI IN
• Crave generates synth bass, all notes from an external source
• CV outputs from Crave → Behringer Edge (trigger) or another synth - Hybrid: CV modulation: Crave internal sequencer modulates another synth
• Crave Modulation CV OUT → Behringer Edge Decay IN (modulates the length of the sound)
• Crave SYNC OUT → Behringer Edge TRIGGER IN (triggers Edge)
• Crave AUDIO OUT + Edge AUDIO OUT → MOTU 896 (mix)
Connection instructions: The examples below show typical signal flows in practice. For specific details (jitter, buffering), see section above.
SW / drivers
| Component | Windows | macOS | Linux | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No specific driver data; use the Documentation/Links section. | ||||
Custom firmware details
Author
—
FW family
—
Custom FW targets
- No explicit custom FW targets in metadata.
Custom CC mapping
| CC | Meaning |
|---|---|
| No custom CC mapping. | |
Custom FW global settings
| Settings | Meaning |
|---|---|
| No custom global settings. | |
Custom FW extended menu
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| No extended menu details. | |
Documentation and manuals
Manufacturer / Links
- eBay — search for Behringer Crave
- Aukro.cz — search for Behringer Crave
- HudebníBazar.cz — search for Behringer Crave
- MIDI.cz — search Behringer Crave
- Kytary.cz — search Behringer Crave
- Heureka.cz — search Behringer Crave
- Gear4music.cz — search Behringer Crave
- Muziker.cz — search Behringer Crave
Service log
| Date | Event | Who | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-27 | FW update v1.3 | JPG | Improved MIDI latency, more stable sequencer, better arpeggiator |
| 2026-01-25 | Initial testing | MK | All I/O verified (MIDI, CV,Sync), sound OK, presets work |
Presets / User banks
Storage type
Internal Flash (80 presets, 4 banks)
Number of banks
4 banks × 20 presets
Current bank
Bank 2 (custom synth bass definitions)
Backup File
PRESETS/behringer-crave-banks.bin
Export format
USB Sysex dump (via USB mini)
Note
Presets can be exported/imported via USB MIDI. Good practice: archive favorites.
Notes / service / modifications
- Warning: Mini-USB (Type-B small) - watch the cable you use!
- Tip: CV outputs are valuable for modular integration - experiment with Edge/Volca
- Compatibility: MIDI compatible with any standard MIDI controller (Keystep, Beatstep Pro, DAW)
- Sequencer: Very powerful for generative music — try random seed and long sequences