Behringer RD-9 - Drum Machine
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Hybrid engine faithful to the TR-909 spirit: 7 analog voices + 4 sampled voices for punchy house/techno drums.
- 64-step sequencer designed for live performance: step and note repetition, live overdub, polymeter, continuous swing.
- FX bus with Wave Designer (attack/sustain) and analog bi-mode LPF/HPF filter, automatable per step.
- Professional connectivity: 10 individual outputs, USB/MIDI, 3 triggers, import/export playback of 256 patterns and 16 songs.
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A Modern Tribute to the TR-909, Designed for the Stage
The RD-9 captures the legendary character of the 909 and modernizes it for current setups. Behringer adds a performance workflow, an assignable analog filter, and an integrated Wave Designer, all housed in a chassis with straightforward ergonomics to become the rhythmic heart of your studio and live setup.
Who Is It For and What For?
Ideal for producers and live performers in house, techno, electro, synthwave, or ambient, the RD-9 suits both motivated beginners and advanced users. Its ultra-clear step programming speeds up groove sketching, while dedicated controls and separate outputs appeal to demanding sound engineers and performers.
Features and Innovations
The 64-step sequencer allows quick creation of dynamic patterns (global accent, flam, probability, step/note repetition, real-time triggering, overdub). Memory supports up to 256 patterns and 16 songs, chainable live with automatic scrolling, import/export during playback, and part organization. The internal FX bus adds character thanks to the Wave Designer (attack/sustain) and the analog bi-mode LPF/HPF filter with cutoff and resonance, both assignable per voice and automatable per step. Each instrument has dedicated settings (tuning, level, attack/decay depending on the voice) to sculpt massive kicks, snappy snares, tonal toms, and gritty hats. For integration, the RD-9 offers 10 individual outputs, a main output, USB/MIDI In/Out/Thru, 3 trigger outputs, and internal/external sync options to control or be controlled by your hardware and DAW.
Technical specifications
| Category | Rhythm box | Number of Midi tracks | 0 |
| Sampler | No | MIDI I/O | IN, OUT, THRU (DIN), MIDI PAR USB |
| Max polyphony | 10 | USB to Host port | No |
| Technology | Analog | Inputs | USB, Midi, sync in |
| Synthesis type | Analog, Subtractive | Outputs | USB, headphone, Midi, sync out, jack |
| Number of audio tracks | 11 | ||
| Number of sounds | 11 | Performance parameters | Tempo, Swing, Probability, Flam, Random |
| Analog voices | kick drum, snare drum, low tom, mid tom, high tom, rim shot, clap | Audio outputs | headphones 1 x 1/4" TRS stereo (8 ohm impedance), main mono output 1 x 1/4" TRS servo-balanced |
| Digital (sampled) voices | closed hi-hat, open hi-hat, crash, ride | Individual voice outputs | 10 x 1/4" TS unbalanced |
| Number of simultaneous voices | 10 | Return (input) | 1 x 1/4" TRS balanced |
| Kick drum | tuning, level, attack, decay, pitch, note depth | MIDI | In/Out/Thru on 3 x 5-pin DIN connectors |
| Snare drum | tuning, level, tone, snap | USB | USB 2.0 class-compliant, type B (MIDI and synchronization) |
| Toms (low/mid/high) | level, tuning, decay | Trigger outputs | 3 x +5 V, 2 ms pulse |
| Rim shot / clap | level | Sync In/Out | 2 x 1/8" TRS (tip clock, ring start message) |
| Closed/open hi-hats | tuning, level, CH decay, OH decay | Controls | 33 buttons, 58 keys; parameter encoder |
| Cymbals | crash level + tuning; ride level + tuning | Volume controls | Master, Phones |
| Voice selection | 11 dedicated buttons | Supported systems | Windows 7 or higher, macOS 10.6.8 or higher |
| Functions | step repetition, note repetition, real-time triggering, step overdub, mute/solo per track | Sync options | USB, MIDI, external clock, internal clock |
| Memory | 256 patterns and 16 songs; import/export during playback | ||
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Customer reviews
What customers say
Summarized and selected by AI from recent customer reviews
This analog drum machine delivers authentic TR-909 sound at an exceptional price point. Customers praised its "unbeatable value" and warm analog sound quality. Features include 11 percussion sounds with 10 separate outputs for extensive sound processing. Shoppers described it as a "future classic" with excellent build quality and perfect dimensions for live performance.
Review highlights
- “The 909 sound is there! Analog and warm sound!”
- “Unbeatable value, very good clone”
- “Future classic”
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What a wonder! What a sound! An absolute fan of the TR-909, Behringer had the intelligence before others to offer musicians passionate about electronic music, but not necessarily with a full wallet, a drum machine at a very affordable price, without compromising on manufacturing quality.
The 909 sound is there! The dimensions of the machine are perfect for playing live. The 10 separate releases are the dream that 909 aficionados have been waiting for. This extends the possibilities of sound processing for each of the 11 percussions.
It's analog and for that, the sound is hot! Who can refuse to opt for this analog jewelry today. For the time being, there is no equivalent, except owning a TR-909.Automatically translated
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Owner of an Rd8! Once again over-satisfied by Behringer!!
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Unbeatable value for money, very good clone of the 909
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No opinion on use, because gift for Christmas.
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Super cool enough sound
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Questions frequently asked
Does the Behringer RD-9 allow creating techno patterns live?
The 64-step sequencer includes step repeat, note repeat, flam, probability, and step overdub. The 256 patterns can be chained into 16 songs with automatic scrolling during performance.
What audio outputs are available on this drum machine?
The connectivity includes a main mono output on a 6.35 mm TRS servo-balanced jack, a stereo headphone output, and 10 individual outputs on 6.35 mm TS jacks. There is also a balanced return input on a 6.35 mm TRS jack.
Are the RD-9 sounds adjustable?
Each voice has dedicated controls: the kick drum notably offers tuning, attack, and decay, while the toms have level, tuning, and decay. The hi-hats, crash, and ride cymbals also feature level and tuning adjustments depending on the voice.
Can it synchronize with a DAW and MIDI gear?
MIDI synchronization is provided via USB 2.0 type B and MIDI In, Out, and Thru on 5-pin DIN connectors. Two Sync In/Out mini-jack TRS ports are provided, as well as 3 trigger outputs at +5 V with 2 ms pulse duration.
What effects are integrated?
A Wave Designer controls attack and sustain, while an analog bi-mode LPF/HPF filter offers cutoff and resonance controls. These two processing effects can be assigned per voice and automated step by step.
