On the hunt for a new synthesizer to add to your studio collection? The Behringer UB-Xa is now available at Thomann for an unbeatable price of just $998, down from its original price of $1499.

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Released last November, the UB-Xa is a modern homage to the classic Oberheim OB-Xa, known for its rich, analogue sound and versatile features.

With 16-voice polyphony, a 61-key semi-weighted keyboard, and an array of vintage modes, the UB-Xa aims to capture the essence of the original, while incorporating a bunch of “modern features” like “velocity and after-touch, 512 user programme memories and comprehensive MIDI implementation.”

According to Behringer, its “authentic” recreation of the synth cost a whopping $3.5 million to develop over six years.

The instrument comes with all of the original factory patches. Its VCOs and VCFs are heavily based on the original 3340 and 3320 chip designs, and it hosts the ability to split its keyboard so you can layer two different sounds with a bi-timbral mode.

There are also two LFOs with seven waveforms each, plus assignable preset recall buttons so you can access your favourite settings in a flash.

It isn’t clear when the sale will end, so head over to Thomann and grab your Behringer UB-Xa today before the price goes back up.

Meanwhile, the German retailer is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year, with massive discounts on tonnes of music tech gear during the first 10 days of every month. Check out some of the best deals for July over at MusicTech.

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