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Description
Step into the vibrant soundscapes of the 1970s with the Behringer Solina, a faithful recreation of the legendary ARP/Eminent Solina SE-II. This analog string ensemble synthesizer brings iconic string and brass textures to life with its multi-orchestral capabilities. Whether you're looking to evoke the lush sound of violins, violas, trumpets, horns, cellos, or contrabasses, the Solina delivers with its authentic divide-down synthesis.
The heart of the Solina's charm lies in its lush, multi-stage Bucket Brigade Device (BBD) chorus, a hallmark of its rich, swirling textures. Complementing this is the Small Stone-style phase shifter, which adds a vintage, swooshing dimension to your sound. Both effects are essential for crafting the nostalgic timbres that defined an era.
For modern musicians, the Solina embraces versatility with its comprehensive connectivity options. MIDI In/Thru ports and USB-MIDI compatibility ensure seamless integration into contemporary setups, while a host of 1/8-inch jacks, including gate and trigger outputs, modulation I/O, and VCA CV inputs, expand its possibilities. The Solina can also be transformed into a Eurorack-compatible module, allowing for even more creative exploration.
This synthesizer is more than a nod to the past; it's a bridge to new sonic adventures. With its classic design and modern enhancements, the Behringer Solina is a must-have for those seeking to blend vintage warmth with current innovation.
Key Features:
- Authentic reproduction of the original ARP/Eminent Solina SE-II
- Multi-stage BBD chorus and Small Stone-style phase shifter
- 6 instrument presets with violin, viola, trumpet, horn, cello, and contrabass voicings
- 49-tone polyphony with octave divide-down structure
- MIDI In/Thru and USB-MIDI for flexible integration
- Eurorack-compatible design with removable housing
- Comprehensive I/O, including gate and trigger outputs, modulation I/O, phaser I/O, and VCA CV input
Product specs
| Available since | June 2023 |
| Design | Desktop |
| Polyphony | 48 |
| Sound Generation | Analogue |
| MIDI interface | 1x In, 1x Thru |
| Storage Medium | None |
| USB-port | Yes |
| Effects | Yes |
| Arpeggiator | No |
| Number of Analog Outputs | 2 |
| Digital Output | No |
| Display | Yes |
| Optional Expansions | None |
FAQs
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What type of synthesis does the Behringer Solina String Ensemble use?
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The Behringer Solina String Ensemble uses analog synthesis, providing rich and authentic string sounds reminiscent of classic orchestral textures.
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How many voices of polyphony does the Behringer Solina offer?
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The Behringer Solina offers 48 voices of polyphony, allowing for complex and lush string arrangements without note dropout.
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Does the Behringer Solina String Ensemble have built-in effects?
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Yes, the Behringer Solina String Ensemble includes built-in effects to enhance the sound, adding depth and character to the string tones.
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Can I connect the Behringer Solina to my computer via USB?
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Yes, the Behringer Solina features a USB port, enabling easy connection to a computer for MIDI control and integration with DAWs.
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Does the Behringer Solina String Ensemble have an arpeggiator?
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No, the Behringer Solina String Ensemble does not include an arpeggiator, focusing instead on delivering rich string ensemble sounds.
Videos
Starsky Carr
The Sounds of Distant Futures Past // Behringer Solina Strings
Reviews
PROS
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Recreates classic Solina string machine sound accurately
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Affordable alternative to original Solina and competitors
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Lightweight and convenient for transportation
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Built to be durable, even at an angle on a synth setup
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Offers rich, full, crisp, and fizzy string sounds
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Includes cloned Bad Stone phaser and BBD Chorus for enhanced sound
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Great build quality and aesthetic design
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Works well with MIDI keyboards and external FX pedals
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Provides atmospheric pads and leads reminiscent of iconic hits
CONS
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Phaser effect button may be fragile if handled roughly
Critic Reviews
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Based on 2 Reviews and 3 Ratings
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Very accurate!
Behringer says:
‘ This synthesizer is more than a nod to the past; it's a bridge to new sonic adventures. With its classic design and modern enhancements, the Behringer Solina is a must-have for those seeking to blend vintage warmth with current innovation.’
I can’t say I agree with this! Ok, so Behringer’s carbon copy clone of the Eminent / ARP Solina string machine might have MIDI, but, apart from that, this is a straight-up, VERY accurate clone of the same machine you’d have found gracing the keyboardist’s set-up in a 1975 prog band.
There’s something to be said for having access to the original analogue sound for this classic string machine. Don’t get me wrong, G Force did a great job with their Virtual String Machine VST, but nothing quite comes close to the fizzing, slightly wonky raspy crustiness of the true analogue instrument (especially in the lower registers which use the cello).
There’s not much to say, really, here? It’s an almost indistinguishable clone. It’s also very limited - it’s a replica of ONE single string machine. If you love this sound - which, fortunately, I do - you’ll love this. If you don’t, you’ll be left scratching your head. Each of the ‘instruments’ is a very simple electronic wave (some kind of sawtooth). The waves only really come to life when put through the BBD chorus ensemble, which gives ‘that’ sound. The sound you can hear on Bowie’s ‘Low’, numerous Cure songs (Inbetween Days, Just Like Heaven, most of ‘Disintegration’), Floyd’s ‘Dogs’, Air’s ‘Moon Safari’. It’s also worth considering if you’re a Joy Division fan, as they used an ARP Omni 2, and the strings from the Omni are very close sonically to the Solina - so you’re getting close to the pad sounds on ‘Atmosphere’, ‘Decades’ from ‘Closer’, or the keyboard part of ‘Love Will Tear Us Apart’.
Dedicated string machines are often overlooked these days. Basically, these ancient machines were what rock and pop keyboardists used to use for pad sounds before the first polyphonic synths such as the Prophet 5 arrived. As such, they all evoke a nostalgia for the 1970s. They won’t necessarily make all that much sense to younger players, unless they’re fans of the bands and acts who made use of the Solina and other string machines in the mid-late 1970s.
Polyphony is very large and there’s an added phase shifting effect, based on the EHX Small Stone (think Jean Michel Jarre). All the limitations of the original machine are included too - the cello and contrabass only appear in the lower registers of your MIDI keyboard.
It’s worth noting that the original ARP Solinas are now on the market at about £1500, so the Behringer clone really does make sense. It’s literally 1/10 of the second-hand price for a vintage original. It’s basically a no-brainer, unless you like collecting antiques or you’re a museum curator.
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Nails the original perfectly
I got this since I love the original's sound and I couldn't afford one. Now it comes in a very small package, with all the lush strings sound, plus the onboard Bad Stone cloned phaser and BBD Chorus.
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Louie Swain uses the Behringer Solina String Ensemble, as evidenced by a video posted on Instagram by @parcelsmusic, captioned "No encores," with a photo credit to @jajathinks.
In a photo taken at the new studio of Kostas Maskalides, a Behringer Solina String Ensemble is visible as part of his setup, as confirmed by a post on Facebook.
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