Behringer Pro-VS Mini

Behringer Pro-VS Mini — Portable Vector Synthesis Reimagined

The Behringer Pro-VS Mini is a portable hybrid vector synthesizer, re-envisioning the Prophet VS sound engine for a new era in a compact, gig-bag-ready format. Players gain access to four vector morphing oscillators per voice and a palette of 128 wavetable waveforms, producing glassy, evolving timbres that recall the golden age of vector synthesis. Morphing waveforms in real time becomes intuitive with the tactile joystick. For anyone seeking authentic Prophet VS textures in a portable unit, this instrument delivers.

Vector Morphing with Analog Warmth

What distinguishes this model is the seamless blend of classic vector synthesis, an analog 24 dB low-pass filter, and a professional-grade chorus circuit. Sequencing and arpeggiation are delivered via an analog 16-step sequencer and three-pattern arpeggiator. A crisp OLED display and USB-C power complete the highly portable package.

Synthesis Architecture — Designed for Musicians

At its core, the hybrid engine merges digital wavetable oscillators with a true analog signal path, offering both precise control and warm musicality.

• Vector Oscillators: 4 per voice (16 total) — the joystick allows dynamic crossfading and evolving timbres
• Explore 128 wavetable waveforms, from vintage digital sounds to modern, aggressive tones
• Polyphony: 4 voices — flexibility for pads, chords, and layered sequences

Performance Controls — Sound Shaping at Your Fingertips

Immediate tactile control lets you sculpt sounds live, free from menu-diving.

• Keyboard: 27 touch-sensitive mini keys — compact yet expressive, with velocity sensitivity for nuanced performance
• Four-axis joystick puts real-time waveform morphing at your command during every set
• Low-Pass Filter: analog 24 dB — classic resonance to shape every wavetable sound

Sequencing, Modulation, and Connections

Onboard sequencer and modulation options enable both standalone use and integration into larger setups.

• Sequencer: 16-step programmable — jot down ideas straight onto the hardware
• Arpeggiator: 3 factory patterns — rhythmic movement from held chords at the touch of a button
• Envelopes: ADSR for filter, amplifier, and oscillator mixer — shape each dimension independently
• LFOs: 2 — add motion and depth by modulating filter cutoff and oscillator pitch
• Comprehensive connectivity includes MIDI IN (5-pin DIN), 3.5 mm Sync input, headphone output, and USB-C power

Who Is This Synth For?

Producers, sound designers, and live performers who crave evolving, characterful textures in a portable unit will appreciate the Pro-VS Mini. Compact rigs built around instruments like the Roland Boutique series or Behringer Mini synths benefit from its versatility. The joystick invites sound designers to experiment with unique pads, drones, and leads, while beginners find inspiration in the preset library. Advanced users can dive into deep MIDI implementation with NRPN and CC support.

The Prophet VS Heritage, Miniaturized

Vector synthesis first appeared in 1986 with the Prophet VS, allowing musicians to crossfade between four digital oscillators using a joystick. This model faithfully recreates that architecture in a downsized, updated format featuring OLED display, USB-C, and a 16-step sequencer. Firmware updates have recently introduced five-voice polyphony, portamento, plus new Ensemble and Reverb engines.