Behringer FX2000 VIRTUALIZER 3D Multi-Engine Effects Processor

The VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 from Behringer is multi-engine, multi-effects processor, suitable for using with keyboards, bass, guitars or vocals. The single space rack unit features 71 algorithms, including true studio-grade stereo and 3D effects, and employs the company’s RSM (Real Sound Modeling) technology to simulate acoustic environments with stunning accuracy.

Effects options include modulation, amplifier simulation, distortion and special effects, as well as effective dynamic and psychoacoustics processing. Performance is further enhanced through user-addressable high and low EQ and wave-adaptive Virtual Room reverb algorithms.

General

• 71 new algorithms with true RSM (Real Sound Modeling) stereo and 3D effects
• Wave-adaptive virtual room reverb algorithms for natural reverb and delay
• Multiple modulation, dynamic, psychoacoustic, and EQ algorithms
• Authentic amplifier simulation, distortion and special effects
• 11 effect-combinations with selectable serial / parallel configuration
• Up to 7 adjustable parameters, plus 2-band EQ, per effect
• 24-bit A/D and D/A converters with 64/128x oversampling
• True stereo processing for realistic channel separation in stereo image
• 100 factory presets plus 100 user memory locations
• Extensive MIDI implementation
• Accurate LED level meters for perfect level setting and optimum performance
• Servo-balanced XLR and 1/4″ TRS inputs and outputs

Modulation and Dynamics

• Modulation and Pitch Shifter FX
  • Stereo Flanger – originally generated by playing back two synchronized “reel to reel” tape recorders with a finger rubbing on the flange of one of the take-up reels
  • Vintage Flanger – simulates a guitar fl anger stomp box
  • Jet Stream Flanger – sounds like a classic analog flanger
  • Stereo Chorus – combines a slightly detuned signal with the original
  • Analog Chorus – simulates a guitar chorus stomp box
  • Vintage Chorus – imitates a classic analog studio chorus
  • Ultra Chorus – creates the sound of an 8-person chorus
  • Stereo Phaser – combines a second, phase shifted signal to the original
  • Vintage Phaser – simulates a guitar phaser stomp box
  • Dual Phaser – processes the left and right channels separately
  • Rotary – simulation of the rotating speakers typically used on an organ – slow or fast
  • Pitch Shifter – changes the pitch of the original signal. Can be used to create harmonies with the original signal or replace it entirely with the altered pitch. Choices include stereo, two and three vocal pitch shifter
  • Vibrato – the peak frequency of the tone is periodically and uniformly changed, quickly or slowly
  • Tremolo -f ast or slow periodic variation in volume, a common vintage guitar amplifier effect
  • Auto Panning – signal is automatically sent from one side of the stereo image to the other, either once or multiple times

• Dynamic and Psychoacoustic FX
  • Compressor – reduces the dynamic range of the signal, maintains consistent signal level and thus avoids distortion associated with excessive input levels
  • Expander- effectively broadens the dynamic range of source signals while reducing background noise
  • Gated Reverb – helps reduce background clutter by turning reverb off below a predetermined threshold level – particularly effective on drum microphones and vocals
  • Ana. Kompr/Lim. – similar to COMPRESSOR but with Limiting functionality
  • Ultramizer – analyses incoming signal and automatically applies compression across two independent frequency bands
  • Denoiser – eliminates or reduces noise and other interference
  • De-Esser – reduces or removes sibilance from signal
  • Wave Designer – allows you to influence the envelope by adjusting Attack and Release of the signal
  • Exciter – adds artificially generated overtones to the original signal, increasing presence and perceived loudness without significant increase in signal level
  • Enhancer – functions much like a dynamic pitch equalizer
  • Ultra Bass – sub-harmonic processor combined with bass exciter and limiter
  • Stereo Imager – divides the signal into middle and side signals, allowing individual signals to be amplified when desired and placed on the stereo image
  • Ultra Wide – creates a broader stereo image
  • Binauralizer – also creates a broader stereo image and compensates for crosstalk between both speakers

• Filter/EQ FX
  • Auto Filter – Low- and high- pass filters influence the frequency response of a signal
  • LFO Filter – controls the rate of oscillation effects
  • Parametric EQ – allows you to control the bandwidth, frequency and amplitude of a signal
  • Graphic EQ – the sound spectrum is divided into 8 adjacent frequency bands, which can be cut or boosted, with predetermined bandwidth

Distorion, Amp Simulation and Special FX

• Distortion and Amplifier Simulation
  • Vocal Distortion
  • Tube Distortion
  • Guitar Amp
  • Tri Fuzz
  • Speaker Simulation
  • Ring Modulator
  • Lo-Fi

• Special FX
  • Vinylizer – adds clicks and/or noise to the signal, reminiscent of old vinyl records and tape machines
  • Sampler – allows you to record and playback up to 5 seconds of program material
  • Vocoder – allows the input signal to modulate another signal (usually a synthesizer sound), creating the familiar “talking synthesizer” effect
  • Voice Canceler – removes mono vocal parts from stereo recordings for instant Karaoke
  • Resonator – simulates and oscillating system that amplifies a specific frequency

Combinations

• FX Combinations
  • Chorus and Reverb
  • Flanger and Reverb
  • Leslie and Reverb
  • Pitch and Reverb
  • Delay and Reverb
  • Tremolo and Reverb
  • Phaser and Reverb
  • Chorus and Delay
  • Flanger and Delay
  • Pitch and Delay
  • Tremolo and Delay