I love my mark 2 rd8. I dont care if it sounds EXACTLY like an original 808. It sounds close enough for me . I particularly like the polymeter function, you can get some funky rhythms out of a 16 step loop applying different polymeter counts to your percussion. Also loving the 3 trigger outs on the back. Probably the biggest bargain out there at the moment
My 2 cents: RD8 MKII offers a lot of features and a great sound, especially considering the price. I think the MKII is a bit closer to the original but I even like the MKI a slightly bit better (a bit "fresher", more modern sounding) - but that's my personal taste. It still gives you that typical 808 vibe. Of course if you want the original one, you'll never be happy until you get one. It wouldn't even matter if the sound is 100% the same. And that's also absolutely fine. Tipp: Even if you only like some parts of the RD8, thanks to its three Trigger outputs it also makes a great affordable center piece to sync your external all analogue hardware. ▶ Purchase Link* Behringer RD8 MKII: www.thomann.de/intl/behringer_rd_8_mkii.htm?offid=1&affid=397 ▶ Purchase Link* Behringer RD8 MKII (Sweetwater): sweetwater.sjv.io/PyLQDe
Do you think the clap in the mkII version sounds less harsh than the one in the mkI version? I have an mkI and I kinda like and dislike the clap at the same time. This is probably because I also have an original TR808 too and the clap in the 808 is much smoother (the attack transient). You have the offset parameter on the RD-8 that does help smooth out the harsh transient so it can blend better with the reverb tail, but the harsh (or should I say very sharp) transient is still very apparent. So, do you think the clap in the mkII is smoother (and closer to the original 808) than the clap in the mkI? Also, does the mkII also have a longer bassdrum decay? I'm considering possibly getting an Mkll if I feel it's worth it. I'd do it for a longer decay bassdrum and a smoother and more authentic sounding clap.
I'm with you - personally, I find other approaches more interesting. But once in a while (or in certain genres) it has to be that sound. And I'm happy that there are plenty of good alternatives out there for everything.
Had to open and play the Arturia iSpark's DR-808 just to keep me from buying this. Sure it sounds better and it would look good in my "studio", but $350 in my pocket and a decent replica will do me fine. Nobody can tell in the mix anyway.
I have a Vermona DRM1 Mk4, I keep watching RD8 and RD9 demos thinking about buying them for the classic sounds, and they sound great, but I always end up don't buying anything
Does not sound like an 808? You never had the chance to hear an actual 808, that's why. Probably you compare it with the sound of your preferred electro '80 vinyl, forgetting that the real magic comes from the mixing stage by using individual outs
I‘m talking about nerd nuances here. The character is absolutely there (and close enough for me. In fact, I find it even better for my productions). But there are differences, e.g. in the hihats or the clap etc. which have been targeted with the MKII version
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I love my mark 2 rd8. I dont care if it sounds EXACTLY like an original 808. It sounds close enough for me .
I particularly like the polymeter function, you can get some funky rhythms out of a 16 step loop applying different polymeter counts to your percussion. Also loving the 3 trigger outs on the back. Probably the biggest bargain out there at the moment
My 2 cents: RD8 MKII offers a lot of features and a great sound, especially considering the price. I think the MKII is a bit closer to the original but I even like the MKI a slightly bit better (a bit "fresher", more modern sounding) - but that's my personal taste. It still gives you that typical 808 vibe. Of course if you want the original one, you'll never be happy until you get one. It wouldn't even matter if the sound is 100% the same. And that's also absolutely fine.
Tipp: Even if you only like some parts of the RD8, thanks to its three Trigger outputs it also makes a great affordable center piece to sync your external all analogue hardware.
▶ Purchase Link* Behringer RD8 MKII: www.thomann.de/intl/behringer_rd_8_mkii.htm?offid=1&affid=397
▶ Purchase Link* Behringer RD8 MKII (Sweetwater): sweetwater.sjv.io/PyLQDe
I also prefer the MK1
Do you think the clap in the mkII version sounds less harsh than the one in the mkI version? I have an mkI and I kinda like and dislike the clap at the same time. This is probably because I also have an original TR808 too and the clap in the 808 is much smoother (the attack transient). You have the offset parameter on the RD-8 that does help smooth out the harsh transient so it can blend better with the reverb tail, but the harsh (or should I say very sharp) transient is still very apparent.
So, do you think the clap in the mkII is smoother (and closer to the original 808) than the clap in the mkI?
Also, does the mkII also have a longer bassdrum decay?
I'm considering possibly getting an Mkll if I feel it's worth it. I'd do it for a longer decay bassdrum and a smoother and more authentic sounding clap.
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Those Toms are hitting hard on my phone. Nice!
Great demo thanks!
Sounds incredible.
finally a behringer device that actually looks good xD But I don't see why anyone would get a drum computer limited to those sounds nowdays :/
I'm with you - personally, I find other approaches more interesting. But once in a while (or in certain genres) it has to be that sound.
And I'm happy that there are plenty of good alternatives out there for everything.
@@limbicbits Definitely a niche device for the enthusiasts! I feel like samples are enough for the most people to get that sound
I personally use 808´s samples in Octatrack.. make the job. Now if behringer says this one is all analog...
behringer makes incredible devices what the fuck are you on
Yeah I love my rd8
Had to open and play the Arturia iSpark's DR-808 just to keep me from buying this. Sure it sounds better and it would look good in my "studio", but $350 in my pocket and a decent replica will do me fine. Nobody can tell in the mix anyway.
Always better to stick with what's already there, imo. Good music needs talent, not equipment. Buy only, if there's really a need for new stuff.
@@limbicbits agreed.
Nice, I have this drum machine and the Cyclone Beat Bot 😊 thanks for the upload.
Oh, that one is really cool. I did a demo for bonedo synths a while ago and found the TT-78 to be fairly underrated.
Cheers !!
Amazing! I recently bought the RD-8, I noticed the output level is very low even with the pots all the way up (about -20db), is this normal?
The output level is rather high on the RD 8.
Sounds like Egyptian Lover. 😊
Does this machine have acoustic drums? Or only electronic drums?
All analog, so no acoustic drum samples. I recommend you'd search for a Sampler or sample based drum machine
@@limbicbits Thank you for the info!🙏🏽
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I have One ❤
I have a Vermona DRM1 Mk4, I keep watching RD8 and RD9 demos thinking about buying them for the classic sounds, and they sound great, but I always end up don't buying anything
I think not buying anything and working happily with what you have is always the best outcome
should have stuck a sampler in it with enough for 1000 sound
then the price would double
Does not sound like an 808? You never had the chance to hear an actual 808, that's why. Probably you compare it with the sound of your preferred electro '80 vinyl, forgetting that the real magic comes from the mixing stage by using individual outs
I‘m talking about nerd nuances here. The character is absolutely there (and close enough for me. In fact, I find it even better for my productions). But there are differences, e.g. in the hihats or the clap etc. which have been targeted with the MKII version
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