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Never before has Novation offered so much for so little! The fantastic new XioSynth provides Novation-class synthesis in its most compact and affordable format to date, with seamless audio interfacing and MIDI controlling capabilities to boot!
The XioSynth features 200 hard-hitting onboard patches, utilizing a new optional filter distortion to produce an even greater range of sounds than on previous synths; from the distinctive clean British sound to the filthiest and grittiest of sonic characters.
Furthermore, 60 of the onboard sounds come from internationally acclaimed artists and producers from a variety of musical genres, namely James Zabiela, Ferry Corsten, Rennie Pilgrem, Roots Manuva, Shimon and Skeewiff. As such, every one of the patches on the XioSynth is eminently and instantly usable for creating synthesized music of any kind.
Also included is a brand new patch programming facility called 'X-Gator'. This allows every onboard sound to be gated to create interesting 16- or 32- step rhythmic patterns, without having to rely on an external sequencer. Of course, the X-Gator, like all effects and the arpeggiator, will synchronise automatically to incoming MIDI clock so that composing and performing along to a track become a breeze.
In addition to quality synthesizing, the XioSynth provides everything else required to produce and perform music with a computer, through its comprehensive audio/MIDI interfacing and MIDI controlling ability. One USB cable is all thats needed to turn your computer into a complete workstation for recording, controlling and synthesizing. However, for those keen to escape the confines of the studio, XioSynth works just as comfortably as a standalone instrument, even powering off AA batteries for complete portability.
Sixteen onboard memory slots for MIDI Templates are pre-programmed to work with popular software straight out the box and, since the device is class compliant (no drivers for Win XP or Mac OSX), you truly can just plug and play. Additionally, the XioSynth boasts a new hybrid mode that allows simultaneous synthesizing and MIDI controlling, making it the most flexible device on the market and a worthy tool for the widest range of applications.
The audio interfacing spec includes the ability to record a microphone with phantom power, as well as simultaneously stream the onboard synth audio directly to the sequencer via the USB cable. Although the device is class compliant (no drivers are necessary), there are drivers provided that minimise the latency and make XioSynth more stable with certain software platforms.
As with the ReMOTE SL (Novation's revolutionary Automap MIDI controller), an accompanying DVD offers a series of video tutorials, which succinctly explain the operational basics and main features. These offer blessed relief from written manuals and are a quick and easy way to get started with XioSynth.
With all of these features, plus the pleasant semi-weighted keyboard mechanism and much-loved Xpression pad and stick, all for a very attractive price, the XioSynth is a no brainer. Whether youre new to music production and in search of your first instrument (or even MIDI controller or interface), or already an owner of a collection of synths but want new Novation sounds and a more portable solution, the XioSynth wins on every count.
Features:
- Novation-class Synthesizer
10-voice mono-timbral engine with multi-effects processor and 200 massive sounds. - High Profile User Patches
60 cool sounds from internationally-renowned artists and producers across a variety of musical genres - 24-bit Audio Interface
Ultra-low latency 2 In/2 Out audio interface for high quality recording and playback; includes 1 XLR input with phantom power - MIDI Controller
Unrivalled MIDI controller with a host of assignable controls, 16 onboard Templates and hybrid modes for simultaneous synthesizing/controlling. - 2-D Controls
Fantastic Xpression pad and pitch/mod joystick, both freely assignable in MIDI Controlling mode; allow 6 parameters to be tweaked at once! - USB/Battery Power
USB bus-powering is available, as well as optional battery (AA)/PSU operation, making the keyboard highly portable
X-Gator Patch Programmer
XioSynth is the only Novation synthesiser to feature the X-Gator patch programmer. The X-Gator can be made to gate each patch to create unique 16-32 step rhythmic patterns for every onboard sound, all automatically synchronised to MIDI clock from a sequencer; just press and hold one key to groove along to a track with style. A display shows clearly the position and volume of each and every step
Xcite+ Pack
Novation likes to set the standards, and their latest bundled software collection is no exception.
'Xcite+' comes on a DVD-ROM filled to the brim with royalty-free loops and samples alongside a host of powerful applications ideal for getting the new user started, or to expand the experienced users creative toolbox.
The bundle includes:
- Ableton Live Lite 6
Novation Bass Station
Waldorf PPG Wave Lite classic synth
Arturia Analog Factory SE plug-in
Waldorf's D-Pole Lite FX classic filter plug-in
FXpansion's powerful 'BFD Ultra lite' acoustic drum plug-in and a demo version of the 'Guru' sample player with library
Waldorf's 'Attack Lite' analogue drum module plug-in
'Mike the Drummer' A collection of 572 inspiring and original live drum loops
Free 3 months membership for 'i-dance'- Global XS Artist
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