This is by far the BEST review of this Synth that I have seen. Honest, accurate and actually making music instead of the typical sound clips. My background… I was a recording engineer in NYC in the 70’s and 80’s. I also built and owned my own recording studios starting when I was just 15 years old (built the first 4 track studio in the basement of my parent’s home). I owned the original ARP 2600 when it first became available, in fact I owned the first one ever sold in NY, I bought it at Manny’s Music. The day I picked it up I had a crowd around me wanting to know and hear what this machine could do. Henry (one of the owner’s of Manny’s) set me up back in the drum section of the store to demo it for everyone.  At one point I had 2 of them in my Studio along with a MiniMoog, ARP String Ensemble, and a bunch of Oberheim modules.  I have tried many of the Virtual 2600 Synths and they all fall short. I did not get a chance to try the Limited Edition Korg, which in my opinion was way over priced. What I can tell you is that this Behringer rendition is as about as close as you can get to owning the real thing. The layout is slightly different (like the Ring Mod being on the bottom instead of top left) which is expected based upon the overall size but for the most part it VERY close to the original. Oh and BTW, even the 2 ARPs I owned never sounded EXACTLY alike when I worked with them side by side, close but NOT EXACT!  I learned to work with the nuances of both of them.  I wish YouTube channels had the option of posting photos, I have nice photos of my original 2 ARP setup. Anyway if you want the closest thing to the original ARP 2600 get yourself one of these, especially the versions with the Spring Reverb!  
Tim, thank you for your excellent video!  Well done!!!

Having owned an OG 2600 "Grey Meanie" for some years, I can say that you are correct.  I now have a Behringer Blue Marvin.  As far as the sound goes, the differences are very negligible and I would not say that one was better than the other.  I doubt that most people would notice any difference at all.

If you're new to modular, or even synthesizers, you would do well to learn on a 2600.  Up until I had a 2600, I was basically just twisting knobs and sliding sliders until I got what I wanted.  After figuring out the 2600, I could very quickly dial in the sound in my head.  It is an amazing learning tool and it just sounds great.

The biggest difference to a lot of other channels is that you always make the synth sound so good. The music in this video is really nice to listen to.

I had the Korg 2600 FS, but it had a defective oscillator from day one. It took 8 months to get it fixed, requiring replacement of PCBs. I was so turned off that I sold it and bought 2 fully suspended mountain bikes and the Behringer 2600. And I love the extra features of the B2600.

I bought a B2600 a month or two ago and every time I sit down to have a go, my son will stick his flashy fingers in and want to show me something and then become so immersed in it that I end up feeding our dog and letting the cats out. This synth does not sit idle.
A really nice video, thank you. I think i have learned a trick or two to show him.  Greetings from the sane US southland.

One thing that you did differently than most other synth videos on YouTube is that you actually made it musical. Most synth demos are just a bunch of boop beep noise, and I appreciate that you demonstrated it in a way that appeals more to me.

You have a great instinct for grooves and catchy melodies. I am a musician/songwriter first and a synth geek second. So, again, much appreciated. Mine is on its way.

This video combined with one more beer and I might just pull the trigger on this one tonight. Fantastic video. Subscribed!

I got a great deal on an original Tonus 2600 when I lived in New England. The former head tech from ARP lived down the road and I took a Matrix 12 in for a service and saw a bunch of 2600s in pieces. I asked if he had a working one and he said he’d put one together for me.  Had it for 5 years before selling to move back to Europe. Really interested to pick this up and compare 👍

I refuse to watch this. I've just bought a Subsequent 37 and my wife will kill me if I tell her I'm buying yet another synth.

Your take and your opinion on a synth is the exact reason I check out your reviews. Your attention to detail and your approach is a definite cut above. Making music and sound in use, not just a noises videos, is also an excellent way to show what an instrument can do. It sells the device far better. Thanks for another great review!

I like how you're making vintage 70s style sounds with it, this is helping with my decision about getting one. And I think it sounds like the 70s, because 70s electronic music was my musical formation. beyond that it's processing and mixing with other synths. nice job!

man this is a synth i never owned, too. i own bunch of synths, back in the 90's,  but i saw the arp just in my nice dreams. i really can't believe that there is a possibiliy to get one ( real close to the original ) for under 600 bucks. that is just insane!!!

Your mix of thoughts and what something sounds like musically are rare on YT

The bird sounds were totally twilight zone!

Once again, Tim, you do not fail! The best video I have yet seen on this synth! Why? Because it's honest! Great job! Thank you!

Just the fact that this is Tim giving his thoughts on a synth is enough to make a video on it and for me to watch it lol

Another fantastic video Tim! What I really love on your channel is that you highlight the musicality of gear you are talking about instead of the boring technical features everyone else does. Really appreciated!

Love the journey taken Tim, very well pointed out the issue of vintage sound unique per unit 😀

If someone told us 10 years ago that this would become reality we all would have gone  nuts.

Love it, definitely the "thinking person's" synth reviewer. Seriously tempted to invest in one of these...