Starsky Carr’s Toaster-Fight: Behringer BM-11M vs. the Moog Titans

Starsky Carr, known for his no-nonsense reviews, dives right into unboxing the Behringer BM-11M pedal. It’s the latest in his Behringer saga, having run through several other pedal tests with varying success. Not everyone was a winner, with some models needing a friendly nudge and a firmware update – perhaps a miracle or two for others. Yet, the BM-11M appears promising, drawing immediate comparisons with the fabled Moog Mother 32’s filter. The test pits the BM-11M directly against the Moog, positioning this pedal as a supposed budget-friendly alternative.

Starsky Carr sets up an intriguing sonic duel between the Behringer and the Moog. By cleverly routing the signals, he immerses us in a stereo field experience where the BM-11M challenges its more illustrious counterpart. It’s like attending a rave with legendary dancers versus the new kid on the block. Starsky provides a detailed walkthrough of his rig, using gadgets like the DF Audio Nano to perfectly balance the outputs. High resonance tests reveal subtle differences, yet the BM-11M impressively holds its ground amidst its pricey rival. As always with analog gear, slight deviations occur, but Starsky’s meticulous tweaking gets them neck and neck, proving once again that Behringer can replicate the Moog sound. This toaster-fight leaves us questioning our preconceptions of cost vs. performance.

Starsky doesn’t shy away from revealing the quirks in using the BM-11M with modular setups. When pushed hard, some minor signal bleeding and overdrive appear, a common occurrence in indie modules. Still, the pedal handles Eurorack level signals with aplomb, making it a viable addition to any setup. Starsky artfully connects the BM-11M to a range of devices, demonstrating two things: firstly, its ability to seamlessly integrate into existing rigs, and secondly, the trait of twisting its resonance into delightful distortion territory. As testament to its modular mindset, Starsky ends by showcasing, with a touch of humour, how the BM-11M can be driven through various sequences, offering ear-pleasing vintage warmth amid its techy grit.