Novation X-Station 49 Synthesiser MIDI Controller Effects Processor

X-Station 49 Synthesiser MIDI Controller Effects Processor description:

The Novation X-STATION 49 Combined Audio / Midi Controller With On-board Poly Synth & Fx. Combines a Novation-class Synthesizer, an audio solution, MIDI remote controller, MIDI interface and a multi-effects processor, an ideal complete solution for your Mac or Windows computer.

The Novation X-STATION 49 is a unique, portable hybrid keyboard, incorporating a 49-note keyboard with a semi-weighted, velocity sensitive mechanism, an 8-voice fully programmable synthesizer, a 2-channel, 24-bit audio interface with phantom powered mic pre's, internal multi-effects processing, and a powerful MIDI/USB control surface offering access to over 150 parameters. The keyboard employs a premium-class mechanism with semi-weighted keys and aftertouch. Even if you're not a trained piano player you will instantly feel the difference! Aftertouch, a joystick and the assignable X/Y touch pad controller provide you with extra dimensions of expression for your performances. The Novation X-STATION 49 may be run off batteries, power supply or USB. Novation X-STATION 49 includes a fully featured audio interface with two phantom-powered, hi-quality converters, two Neutrik combined XLR and jack sockets, digital S/PDIF out, and much more. Dedicated headphone and monitoring connections with separate controls even allow you to work without a mixer. What's more, the onboard DSP effects processor provides instant, zero-latency multi-effects for monitoring or recording applications. Each audio channel has its own effects chain. You can even record audio with effects on one channel - and use the synthesizer on the second at the same time! On top of that, the Novation X-STATION 49 has a built in MIDI Interface on board, allowing you to integrate external MIDI Gear as well. A fully featured NOVATION-class hardware synthesizer also runs on the unique Novation X-STATION 49 hardware thanks to its powerful DSP processor! The 3-oscillator virtual analog synthesizer is based on the renowned Novation KS-series and is 8-voice polyphonic. The extensive control interface provides instant access to all key parameters, making it ideal for live performances. And forget cables - the synthesizer is fully integrated: The stereo audio output is sent straight through the USB cable onto the track in your sequencer via ASIO! The Novation X-STATION 49 provides two channels of onboard multi-effects! Up to six effects may be used simultaneously on each channel. The palette includes Chorus, Delay, Reverb Distortion, EQ and even a Compressor. The effects can be routed for monitoring only (like giving the singer some Reverb while recording) or for recording as well (e.g. recording a guitar with Chorus). Thanks to the unique design, synthesizer and effects for incoming audio can be used at the same time. Want a first class remote control for sequencer functions? Need a hardware surface for your VST-Instruments? Would you like to remote control other hardware from one surface? Here's your solution - no matter if you want to remote control your Access Virus or Propellerhead Reason. The Novation X-STATION 49 offers a total of 55 assignable physical controls, including 3 Encoders, 16 pots, 9 sliders and 22 buttons. And that doesn't include the dedicated controls in the Audio section. A template can have up to a massive 150 virtual controls in total using the shift functions. The Novation X-STATION 49 only needs one for everything - the USB cable. That's it. Even power is provided via USB or batteries whenever desired. So if you really want to make your recordings on the beach - take your laptop, Novation X-STATION 49 and enjoy the sun as inspiration.

The main features of the Novation X-STATION 49 include:

• Combines a Novation-class Synthesizer, an audio solution, MIDI remote controller, MIDI interface and a multi-effects processor, an ideal complete solution for your Mac or Windows computer
• Virtual synthesizer control panel layout - all controls assignable
• Pitch bend, programmable mod wheel joystick
• Portable - can be powered via Batteries (optional) - 6 x Standard ‘C’ Size 1.5 Volt dry cells or rechargeable cells (can re-charge via USB) , or by USB or by the included PSU Standard 9V DC 600mA Power Supply
• Program storage for 40 electronic templates factory preset for packages including Reason, Native Instruments
• Controls Plug-Ins, Cubase, Logic, Sonar 2, Live 2 etc.
• Simultaneous USB and MIDI operation with dual MIDI out ports, cross-platform USB drivers, full MIDI System Exclusive functionality including bulk dump to external sequencer or MIDI data filer
• 49 key semi-weighted high quality aftertouch responsive Keyboard
• Programmable X/Y touch pad surface
• 8 Voice polyphonic KS sound source
• 200 memories programmed with awesome Novation presets
• Superb Liquid Analog Sound
• Great Arpeggiator
• Zero latency headphone monitoring
• 44.1 / 48 kHz 24 bit simultaneous 2 channel Audio I/O and SPDIF digital output
• Dual low noise, high bandwidth audio pre-amps with phantom power and >70 dB headroom, the two inputs are XLR/Jack combi type
• Multi-FX processor per input with simultaneous Reverb / Chorus-Phaser/ Delay / Compressor / Distortion and EQ
• Integrated USB low latency Audio and MIDI
• Size: Width = 798mm; height = 68mm; depth = 278mm
• Novation X-STATION 49 System Requirements for PC are Windows XP, USB Interface
• Novation X-STATION 49 System Requirements for Mac are OSX v.10.2.4 or greater, USB Interface