Tiny Terror: Behringer's D Mini Minimoog Clone Sparks Debate

Behringer has just dropped a synth that packs the iconic Minimoog sound in an impressively compact form factor. The German brand's new D Mini is only 10 inches long, making it one of the smallest synths on the market - but can it deliver the authentic Minimoog experience? Only time (and audiophiles) will tell.

The D Mini uses a similar architecture to the original Minimoog, with a voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO), filter, and amplifier. It's also got a built-in envelope generator, allowing for complex dynamic soundscapes. While Behringer hasn't confirmed exact prices or release dates, expect this tiny terror to cause some ripples in the synth community.

The D Mini is a love-it-or-hate-it proposition - will its sheer size and price tag make it an attractive option for producers and performers on a budget? Or will its lack of originality and questionable build quality be deal-breakers? One thing's for sure: this mini-synth is about to shake up the synth landscape in a big way.