The Deepmind 12 // Intro and Patch Notes // 2021's Most Versatile (& Most Affordable!) Synthesizer 

Nice presentation, and this is indeed a very, very, under-appreciated synth. It's a monster. One thing worth mentioning is how fun it is to play and program. 15 years ago nobody would even imagine an analog synth with these capabilities for less than 5 times the price of this thing.

Sounds so powerful, they shake my screen.

I've owned a DM6 for a couple years now and love it so much and recently picked up DM12 with the intention of selling off the 6. However your patches have me rethinking that. I no longer lust after a Juno 106, nor do I regret selling off the Korg Polysix I used to own. I believe you have cured my G.A.S.. You are an international treasure and a gold mine of knowledge my friend. Thanks for all you do!

I’ve watched this video about my synth numerous times - it just fill me with joy and continues to inspire me to learn - thank you!

This was so good. This was exactly the right level of production. It feels like I’m sitting in the room with you learning about your synth. Your philosophy of your gear is perfect. I love finding used gear that no-one else is looking for and buying it cheap. I also really appreciate hearing your thoughts on this synth especially knowing you’ve owned and played many of the big name synths. I’m one of those people who plays guitar, dabbles in piano and keys, and some daw/mpc synths. This seems like a great first step into standalone synths. I also wanted to say I like the long format. I’ve been typing this while listening your arpeggios from part 3. I appreciate the work you’re doing and i’m looking forward to more.

Finally more new Deep Mind 12 videos. Thank you !

This is the first overview of this synth that makes me think it’s worth getting. Thanks for that.

I bought the Deepmind 12 in 2019 after watching Jorb and will have the Deepmind 6 delivered in a few days. 21 Behringer synths are a quarter of my collection of desktop, rack and Eurorack modules.

Thanks for the review and demo. I am a DM6 owner and I believe both the DM6 & 12 are hidden synth Gems and at their current prices are a steal. I will be picking up the DM12 module very soon.

Just got the DM6 and it is amazing. The sounds you can pull out of this thing is unreal.

Bro, I checked it out and bought one the next day. It's absolutely amazing! Diving into the deep end for my first synth. Worth.

I got lucky on this synth. I bought one back in January for only $575 US which included $100 worth of patches which included patch sounds of all of the Junos and Jupiter synths. Included in the sale was a dust cover and a brand new Gator TSA case. Very lucky deal. I love this synth and it's sounds.

Just got the desktop module as my first analog synth and I'm really enjoying it so far!

The DM12 is most likey THE most underrated synth out there. Thanks for this amazing video! I very much like your humble and casual approach. Fun to watch! There is one synth youtuber out there who is hyper professional and also creating custom filters, etc. but he is so damn serious and earnest, almost to the scale of downright “scary”... This said, your videos are truly enjoyable to watch. I love the DM12 - it sits on top of my rack.

Super helpful man. I liked your casual yet professional approach.

You really let this thing shine under your hands! Makes me want to get one!

I own both the DM12 and the Prophet Rev2-16. Both are terrific synths that complement each other well but I gravitate more to the DM12 because it's very favorable to dreamy/spacey pads and ambient tones. It's very easy to play despite some menu diving but once you find that special sound it's very easy to get lost in its flowing sonic textures.

11:00 that's an opportunity!

WOW, really good video! I like it. Easy, relaxed, good explanation how things work. I had an Alesis Andromeda for a couple of years. Sold it. To complex for me, so it's august 2023, and I'm going to buy a DeepMind.

Very nice piece on the DM12--probably one of the MOST underrated, versatile synths on the market today. The presets are crap. Load it with patches from a talented sound designer and you wont stop playing it. Menu diving is a pain (a consequence of the instruments versatility), but worth the learning curve. Its an astounding sounding instrument --that just happens to be very affordable. Its a workhorse in my studio.

Jorb, I took the plunge! My DM12 showed up last week! I am astounded!

Enjoyed this video and the two patch pack demos. Your enthusiasm is great! Thank you for giving great insights on a great synth!

This video was very helpful, I just got a DM12D and wanted to get back to hands-on hardware been in the box for a while. It's a very powerful synth and I'm learning my way around the editor helps a whole lot never liked small displays but love all the sliders and buttons. Keep up the great videos, thanks.

Bought one a few months ago and I am absolutely in love with it. The UI of the presets is all over the place so sometimes I just use it as a midi keyboard with synth vsts but I love embarking on the journey of just trying out different presets and creating whatever hits me 😁 Love the video!

I've had one just about from when it came out and it's essentially a beefed up Juno 106. It can definitely do basses, but one one really mentions that.

Got here searching for DM12 vids, pretty underestimated synth really. Thanks for spreading the word! I still didn't scratch the surface of what mine has to offer, but gonna post something soon (instead of more Korg Monologue/Minilogue videos, there are a plenty of those already).

Mine arrives Monday via open box deal on eBay. Jorb, you helped decide to get this one. I got your patch packs and look forward to the Rolandehringer sounds. I hope the few bucks I gave you goes towards more gear!

thanks, you gave us a very detailed presentation of this synth. and it also contains good tips for sound design.

Bought Deepmind 12D this week. It truly is a wonderful synth.

I am new to synthesis, old and i don't like the 80's chords but it seems that this device is very good at the mono synth sound of the 70's also. Very tempting. Thank you for this informative video from a user perspective.

Yeah. Lovely demo! Still lost in all the layered FX modulations!!! It's a FANTASTIC and AFFORDABLE synth for a beginner, and even an experienced player of drone/atmosphere/"ambient" (thanks Brian Eno). Love it. Thanks!

It’s a great board. Lots of of options. I love mine

Great video man. Looking to add a poly synth to my Monologue and this perfect, you sealed the deal with my decision. Never stop creating!!

Great video showing off a superb synth. My entry into hardware synths was the Arturia Matrixbrute. A monster of course but probably not the best thing to start with. Then I bought the DM12 and was instantly making the noises I wanted....well, sort of :D Despite what some say about menu diving, it is actually very intuitive once you start and this synth actually taught me more about how to Battle the Brute! I mean, come on, the rotary organ sound alone is worth the purchase price...isn’t it? I think some people are maybe put off a little when trying the presets. They do seem to be drenched in reverb, but turn that down and you can create traditional 70’s keyboard sounds to semi modular shizzle to good old 80’s cheese...what’s not to like. Thanks for your video and I’m sure it will sell many DM12’s this year. Mr Behringer should put you on the pay roll ;) Great work, thank you.

Amazing video!! That first patch in part 2 had my mouth watering to play this synth!😍

Great presentation and it was very informative. Keep doing what you're doing!

Just bought one today.

The patch breakdowns are awesome! Do more! You have a very clear and succinct way of “describing the recipe” for a sound!

Great video thanks, very helpful and easy to watch (not sure why you only have 210 subs [plus one]....mind boggling considering some of the other videos i've watched on the same instrument), thinking about getting one of these, youre convincing me further.

Very nice overview. I just discovered your channel, I own a Deepmind 12, and your videos are giving me some ideas. Keep on keeping on! And thanks!

If you get one of these make sure you turn it off every time after use. I tend to leave my synths running for long stretches at a time .. and my DM12’s LCD display dimmed so low after a year it was barely readable. I have a new one now and only turn it on when absolutely for sure I’m going to use it .. same for the rack mount version I also own.

Hey man. Great presentation and channel :) I own a DeepMind 12 also and I absolutely love it. I own quite a few other keyboards and modules as well. I will start with the modules. I have a Behringer Model D and a K2. As far as my keyboards are concerned, I have, of course the DeepMind 12, A Novation MiniNova, An Ensoniq SQ1+, A Yamaha DX7 Mk1, A Yamaha DX7s Mk2 and a Yamaha EX5. The DX7s and EX5 have yet to arrive as I ordered them from Japan on Ebay. My master controller keyboard is an M-Audio Keystation Pro 88. Love the keyboard. I also have a huge selection of VSTi instruments using Cubase 11. For my string libraries, I exclusively use 8DIO libraries. I also use their brass, woodwinds, percussion etc. Just great stuff all the way around. I love gear as well and my gear keeps me from going nuts lol. I literally compose for film and TV and I get a lot of enjoyment out of it. I subbed your channel. Keep up your great work man. Scott

I really do feel like my studio is further ahead of what I’m even able to comprehend when I think about how I have behringers DM12, Model D, 303, all analog processing/amplification, and a guitar rig that’s bigger than the synth rig. I really feel like these instruments are going to get used by me in ways that I’m not even capable of conceptualizing at this point since its all been assembled within a year. Great video man! I love your style, you ought to channel your favorite broadcasters when thinking about your delivery, I thought of dick cavett hearing your voice.

Thanks for the vid! I love this synth!

Nice video and nice gear. It has got me thinking.

if this thing had a different brand name on it and was priced 4 times higher, people would totally praise this thing but because its behringer and this thing costs a 4th of a "good synth" people are dismissing it as a cheap product. very sad. This thing will go up in price in the future, that much is for sure. Its just that people cant justify owning their 3 grand synths anymore when a deepmind12 exists.

Awesome demo man, Nice sounds and patches.I had a DM6 a few years ago, sold it due to the menu diving, though demos/reviews like this make me want to sell my KingKorg and get another Deepmind...one thing though, the camera shaking made it a bit disorientating while watching full screen, other than that very nice work mate!

Just received it Amazing synth

Nice work Jorb , luv the Dm12, look fwd to more tutorials/demos

I grabbed one of the desktop modules as my first hardware polysynth. I really like it. Fast, intuitive workflow, and the sounds are inspiring. Thanks for the video. Got any more tips and tricks for the Deepmind?

If I could only pick one synth for my desert island (out of what I own personally) I’d pick the Deepmind 12 - over my Sequential Pro 3 - System 8 - MS20 mini - Roland JD-XA. Even though the oscillators aren’t as “good” as the Pro 3, the DM12 is versatile... I’ve had mine for a little over a year and have created a patch that sounds like an acoustic piano - thanks to the mod matrix and effects. I love mine it’s definitely the best bang for the buck.

Thank you!

This has been on my list for years I just haven't prioritized it because it seems like they'll always be available for cheap. I have noticed the price has gone up a bit this past year as opposed to what it had been for a while. I think people are realizing how powerful it is.

Hehehe, and after a couple years of you explaining how great this synth is, I'm finally buying one. It was the synth that is in the nexus of: almost being as capable as my Matriarch but can save a preset, and also not costing more than the Matriarch. :) Other than using the control sequencer or the sample & hold LFO wave form to control the pitch of one of the oscillators, I think you've covered just about everything I'd want to know about this synth in one of your videos.

Enjoyed it. Keep it up man

Did you change mod- and pitch wheels on your unit? Love the video as usual Jorb and cheers from Sweden. I might buy this or the Nymphes, due to wanting a Juno-6...maybe I'll save a little more too lol

loved the vid, very helpful. keep them coming (DM12)

Hey great video thanks! I have a dm12 on the way and excited to explore. Was curious. You said you would use it for live performance. What is or was your set up? Mainly what did you do if you needed piano parts? Did you bring along a laptop or iPad to link up to and control vsts?

Can we have more Deepmind 12 videos? We will be very grateful ! I’m subscribing this channel !

I just purchased the DM 12 new from Zzounds. I'm constantly searching for ideas/patches from youtube. TY for your insight!

You don't see DM12 everywhere because no one likes Uli, with good reason, but I'm right there with you. I've got some good use from your videos incorporating DM12 as a controller, thanks

crazy that these are now $900 new only three years later

Picked up a demo model with a full warranty for $629 yesterday... No way I could get more synth for my money... No Polly under $2k can really compare

The bad thing: To get two detuned saws you need dual mode and are down to only 6 voices on the DM12. Almost as strange design choice as the Nord A1 but self explaining if you think that it is based on the old Juno series.

Nice video!

Great intro! Almost too perfect,ahaha!!

God I love this synth

Underrated take me with a grain of salt..Its just on the market and plenty of 2nd hand for sale. Its made for a lot of pleasure but can't match the steepness of the filters on my other synths that I use for production. Again, pleasure is a big thing, the reason people also buy Casio etc.

Outstanding informal approach. Kind of like fireside chat. Keep working on the "useable" side on the instrument--not the bleeps, blips, and other-worldly sounds with which many synth videos seem to be saturated. For us working musicians, such are but a waste of time. And your humorous, positive approach is quite refreshing as well.

hi jorb! i was wondering if you could show us how to create a deep bass on the deep mind! love ur content & thanks so much!

I have the Deepmind 12 D. Good information. Can you edit more old school synth bass patches? Like the Moog Model D, or Oberhiem OB XA??

Hi Jorb, I'm new to the world of music synthesis but not to the world of music - I've been a bass and guitar musician for a long time. I'm a subscriber to your channel and I'd like to take you up on your request from the end of the video. I'd like to ask you to re-create the sound of Jack Casady's bass on White Rabbit by Jefferson Airplane. My understanding is this was done on a Fender Jazz bass - he did not have/use his alembic/Guild Starfire yet. Recorded at RCA studios in LA. Possibly, a lot of the tone is effects, but we'll see. I think I - we - would all learn a lot from seeing how you approach doing something like this. What would you choose? digital, analog, virtual analog? Which unit? How many oscillators and what wave shapes, how many and type of filter, use of mod matrix, effects, etc. I enjoy watching you work and your sharing of your knowledge. I currently have: a Hydrasynth desktop, novation summit, Deepmind 12 D, Behringer Pro 800, and a Microfreak - all purchased used - I like gear too. It would be great if you could use one of those so I could try and recreate your work - but ultimately, it's up to you, of course. If you find this a worthwhile request and challenge, perhaps you could go a little further and try to re-create Jorma's lead guitar sound as well. Thank you so much for your videos. I've learned a lot and I enjoy your spirit, presence, candor, knowledge and willingness to share. If you attempt this, I’d be pleased to leave a donation - your time and attention have value. Even if you don't make a video for this - perhaps you could send me tips for how to do it myself. Thank you, Joe

Nice introduction to the DeepMind, thank you. Next videos patches tutorial ? 😁

I get the impression the thing is basically an affordable Juno on steroids. Alas, though, just from a quick perusal of reverb, it looks like it's' getting some notice and traction, and prices of used examples are climbing. Cheapest one I see is $700, with most going for a fair bit more.

Aw dude, love this video. I'd love to know how you'd create patches such as the simple patch at the end of the video.

Amazing synth and so much amazing factory patches!!!!!

Hi! I'm planning to buy a DM12, but I'm also interested in the minilogue XD, I've heard wonderful patches, so I'm open to both options, which one would you recommend as the best option, will be my first synth, and probably the only one for a while, ha! I will appreciate any advise on which one would be a better option for versatility, fun and quality.. Thanks in advance! Awesome video!

I got one for $580 that's coming tomorrow. So stoked.

It recently got a very random price bump across all retailers . Strange

Cool do patches

it was helpful

this is one of the rare synths from Behringer worth picking up, for the price of 500 universal tokens. However, think about a decent multi effect processor - only multi effects unit should cost 500 or something like that - and this is TC Electronics - so, the rest of the synth is for free? :) It is a clumsy copy of Juno series, but it turned into something different. That mod matrix is terrible to dive in though, comparing it to REV2 or Peak, it is crap.

Cool video Jorb! Very good quality & very edifying. Is your name really Jorb?

Will most of these sounds be the same with the Deepmind 6? I understand that this is double the polyphony, great demo, the DM6 is more favourable to me because of the smaller form factor. Love the rotary organ with leslie sim, didn't expect that out of an analogue synth, hope the Deepmind 6 does that to.

too bad you recorded it in mono. this is the best synth to come out in the past 5 years.

Nice video! I have a Prologue and getting tired of the cold, aggressive sound of it. Prologue doesn't do warmth well at all

Decent keyboard to control the desktop version and retain DMs aftertouch and velocity sensitivity and wheels?

What is the problem is that they’re usually eight $79-$1200. I’ve been searching for a price such as you just indicated for months. I may just have to bite the bullet and pay 879+ tax. Thanks for the video

Okay whats the difference between the black mod wheels and clear mod wheels though LOL! cause ive seen some 12's with it, and some without it.

New sub with a question: I’m sure you get asked a fair amount, but how long have you had the Deepmind and have you had any issues with build quality, etc? I have been thinking about picking one up, but the Behringer name alone makes me a bit wary. As far as the sounds, it’s awesome! I like the smaller form factor, so I suppose the only thing holding me back would be quality.

This was a great review, thank you! Does this synth require the oscillators to be tuned like some of the other Behringer offerings (Neutron, Pro-1)?

Killer vid

You are one cool dude

do you know how to decrease sound noise on deepmind output? Every time I record I think it gets too noisy! Congratulations on your presentation, I realize you understand a lot about this synth!

BTW, I'm a new subscriber. I've owned my DM12 for about 2 years. It's also my first analog polysynth. At first, I found the menu diving daunting and tedious and it didn't help that early on after its release tutorials were very few to be found. So I mainly stuck with playing the presets. Sadly, the presets are not all that useful musically and the reverbs and delays are overused too. They're basically meant to be used as a starting point on which to build your own sounds. And until you've become comfortable with the menu diving you're left with very few musically interesting options. As such, I avoided the DM12 for 6 months while I got super acquainted with the Rev2 which begs to be played and tweaked without a lot of menu diving. I think that the main reason why so many people have put their DM12's up for sale is primarily for its terrible presets and its reliance on extensive menu diving that beginners might not be ready for.

Could you possibly walk me through your patch around the 3:21 mark? I think you do a little in the mod matrix, but my question is, is that a patch that you made from scratch or did you modify a preexisting patch? I'd really like to put it on my deep mind 12.

OK Jorb.. Not because of your vid although it confirm stuff I already hoped. But Im also looking at the BLofeld which is again, another very underrated synth.. thoughts on the 2 ?

Hey man super helpful. Coming from software stuff how is this keyboard as a midi controller? I was thinking about maybe getting the Desktop version and a 61 or 88 key controller.

its obviously ugly but also obviously much better than the minilouge dont know what it is but they f up the anaole oscilators by digital effects or let me say digital sounding fx

yo I liked where things were going @7:48