# Bassline Synth Clones Behringer Created a More Affordable Version of Roland's TB-303 Synth By Anton Schefter | Published 2020-01-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Behringer References: [ask.audio](https://ask.audio/articles/behringer-td3sr-review-sequencer-tutorial) & [behringer](https://www.behringer.com/Categories/Behringer/Keyboards/Synthesizers-and-Samplers/TD-3-SR/p/P0DTD#googtrans) German multinational audio equipment company Behringer has released the TD-3-SR bassline synthesizer as an affordable clone for Roland's classic TB-303 unit. While the original Roland TB-303 was only produced from 1981 to 1984, this portable instrument has come a long way in helping to shape the current electronic music landscape on a global scale. The Italian-designed and engineered clone has been replicated to include the original analog circuitry, iconic rhythms and unique resonate filter qualities. Its features include a sawtooth/square waveform VCO, the iconic 4-pole low-pass resonant filter, 16-step sequencer, and arpeggiator. Unlike the original, this unit comes with a brand new distortion circuit modeled after the Boss DS-1 pedal to give the sound more edge. The TD-3-SR synth is available for €149 through Behringer's website. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Affordable Synth Clones:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating more accessible versions of classic synthesizers for aspiring musicians. - **Analog Circuitry Replication:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing technologies that accurately replicate original analog circuitry for vintage synthesizer enthusiasts. - **Integration of Distortion Circuit:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating new distortion circuits into synthesizers to enhance sound quality and versatility. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Audio Equipment Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Producing affordable and high-quality audio equipment for musicians and music producers. - **Musical Instrument Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Retailing affordable synth clones to cater to the demand of budget-conscious musicians. - **Music Technology Development:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Advancing technologies that accurately replicate vintage synthesizers and integrate modern features. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Miniature Modern Portable Synths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimoog.md) - [Drum Machine Feature Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tr8s-30.md) - [Expressive Hardware Synths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-regen.md) - [Pocket-Sized Beat Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylophone-beat.md) - [Quirky Strummable Synths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-synth.md) - [Compactly Portable Theremins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/theremins.md) - [Bi-Trimbal Analog-Hybrid Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-gemini-synthesizer.md) - [Stealthy Portable Synthesizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opxy.md) - [Versatile Playback Audio Synths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microfreak.md)