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Novation Automap 4.1: Instant Control For SL MkII Controllers

November 03, 2011
Novation updated the Automap music software control application to version 4.1.
Novation updated its Automap music software control application to version 4.1, allowing Automap to work with Novation’s SL MkII controllers.  

Offsite Link: For more information, visit the official Novation Web site.

Novation Twitch Live Translator Software: Live Mapping For Twitch DJ Controller

October 27, 2011
Novation released Twitch Live Translator software as a free download for the Twitch DJ controller.
Map to Ableton Live with Novation Twitch Live Translator, a free application for the Twitch DJ controller that allows Twitch users to control the Live DAW by mapping the MIDI control data to Live's parameters.  

Offsite Link: For more information, visit the official Novation Web site.

Novation Automap 4 Controller Software Introduced

September 02, 2011
Novation announced Automap 4 controller software for Novation keyboard controllers.
Next week, Novation will be launching version 4 of Automap, the controller software designed to work with Novation's keyboard controllers, such as the SL MkII, Nocturn Keyboard, Nocturn, ReMote SL, Launchpad, UltraNova, and more.  

Offsite Link: For more information, visit the official Novation Web site.

Novation Impulse Controller Keyboard Series Debuts

September 02, 2011
Novation announced the Impulse Controller Keyboard Series of professional USB / MIDI controllers.
With Novation's Impulse USB / MIDI keyboard controllers, you will be able to get hands-on control over your DAW and plugins. Each model in the Impulse series offers Novation Automap 4 control software, a responsive semi-weighted keyboard with Aftertouch, bundled software and sample libraries, and much more.  

Offsite Link: For more information, visit the official Novation Web site.

Novation UltraNova Performance Synthesizer: A Gearwire Pro Review

March 02, 2011
Novation Nocturn Synth Pro Review David Battino
Fan of the classic BassStation synth David Battino tries his hand at the Novation UltraNova to see if his love is real. What follows is a relationship assessment so scrutinizing, so honest, you'd think you were watching Dr. Phil.  

Offsite Link: Visit the official Novation website for more information

Novation UltraNova Analog-Modeling Synthesizer Now Shipping

November 24, 2010
Novation UltraNova is a new synthesizer with an effects processor, built-in vocoder, audio interface, USB connectivity, and more
The "new" Nova, or shall we say, the nova Nova, is now available. Released by Novation, the UltraNova analog-modeling synthesizer sports 37 keys and features the SuperNova II's synth engine, plus wavetable synthesis, more powerful filters, a software editor, and a touch-sense performance mode.  

Offsite Link: For more information, visit the official Novation Web site.

Novation UltraNova: Ultra New Synthesizer Debuts

September 09, 2010
Novation UltraNova is a new synthesizer with an effects processor, built-in vocoder, audio interface, USB connectivity, and more
If you liked the SuperNova and the SuperNova II, you will like the new and very blue Novation UltraNova synthesizer. This 37-key unit features the SuperNova II's synth engine and adds to it wavetable synthesis, more powerful filters, a software editor, and a touch-sense performance mode.  

Offsite Link: For more information, visit the official Novation Web site.

Novation Dicer DJ Performance Controller: This Is How We Roll

July 02, 2010
Novation Dicer is a new digital DJ performance controller that integrates with DJ software like Serato Scratch Live.
Novation and Ean Golden put together their collective DJ know-how and designed the Dicer, a digital DJ performance controller that integrates with the cue-point and looping features of DJ software like Serato Scratch Live.  

Offsite Link: For more information, visit the official Novation Web site.

Novation Keyboard Bundle: Nocturn 25 / Nocturn 49 Owners Can Get Free Novation Software

May 24, 2010
Novation is offering a free keyboard software bundle to all owners of Nocturn 25 and Nocturn 49 keyboards.
If you already own (or intend to buy) a Novation Nocturn 25 or Nocturn 49 keyboard, you can download a free Novation keyboard software bundle, which includes V-Station, Bass Station, Automap Pro, and the Novation FX Suite. Sweet.  

Offsite Link: For more information, visit the official Novation Web site.

Novation StepSeq (Beta) Patch Released For Launchpad And Max For Live

December 16, 2009
Novation StepSeq is a free Max For Live patch that turns the Novation Launchpad into a melodic step sequencer.
If you have both Max For Live and the Novation Launchpad, why not put them together? With Novation's new Max For Live patch, StepSeq, you can turn the Launchpad into a step sequencer control surface and use it to easily program melodies, leads, and basslines into Ableton Live.  

Offsite Link: For more information, visit the official Novation Web site.

Novation Automap Updated To Version 3.4: More Mapping

December 07, 2009
Version 3.4 of Novation Automap offers mapping for standard plugins and instruments from Apple Logic, Propellerhead Reason, and
The latest version of Novation Automap now offers complete mapping for standard plugins and instruments from Logic, Reason, and Pro Tools. The 3.4 update also carries firmware updates for Novation keyboards and controllers, including the Remote SL, the Zero  SL, and several others.  

Offsite Link: For more information, visit the official Novation Web site.

Novation Launchpad And Nocturn 25 / 49 Promotion: Buy The Units, Get Free Software

November 24, 2009
Buy a Novation Launchpad and a Nocturn 25 or Nocturn 49, and receive Automap Pro software and the Novation FX Plugin Suite for f
Free software can be yours! For a limited time, anyone who purchases a Novation Launchpad and a Nocturn 25 or Nocturn 49 can receive Automap Pro software and the Novation FX Plugin Suite at no cost. Current owners of the Launchpad, Nocturns, or Remote SL Mk1 range controllers can also get a free upgrade to Automap Pro.  

Offsite Link: For more information, visit the official Novation Web site.

Novation Automap 3.3 Ups Support For Logic, Pro Tools, And Novation Controllers

October 28, 2009
Novation Automap 3.3 supports Apple Logic Pro 9, Digidesign Pro Tools, and Novation controller hardware.
Version 3.3 of Novation Automap mapping software makes it easier than ever to interface with Apple Logic Pro 9, Digidesign Pro Tools, and Novation controller hardware. With this update, Automap fully supports Native plugins and software instruments, in addition to supporting the Launchpad controller, for the first time.  

Offsite Link: For more information, visit the official Novation Web site.

Novation Launchpad Is One Of The Coolest Looking Things At AES

October 14, 2009
Novation Launchpad AES 127
You always wanted a Monome, but they were just maybe a little out of your reach costwise. With the Novation Launchpad, that is no longer the case. Just let Ollie from Novation show you how this box of buttons can streamline your workflow.  

Offsite Link: For more information, visit the official Novation Web site.

Novation Launchpad: Yet Another Controller Designed Specifically For Ableton Live

October 02, 2009
Novation Launchpad
How is Akai like AT&T? In the same way that Novation is like (if you believe the rumors) Verizon. The new Novation launchpad is a Monome-like controller that sports the Ableton Live icon. Maybe Akai is more like what's-her-name (Lance Armstrong's ex-wife).  

Offsite Link: For more information, visit Novation's official website.

Novation Nocturn Keyboard 25 And 49: DAW Control Surface With Automap Technology Is Now Armed With Piano Keys

September 16, 2009
Novation Nocturn Keyboard 25 And 49
The Nocturn and accompanying Automap technology have simplified workstations of many music makers who've had the opportunity of having one. Going two to three steps towards ultimate simplicity, the Novation Nocturn Keyboard 25 And 49 arms the Novation enthusiast with more control options and decreases studio clutter.  

Offsite Link: For more information, visit Novation's official website.

Novation SL Mk II: Keyboard MIDI Controller/DAW Control Surface Now Shipping

August 25, 2009
Novation SL Mk II
Since the phrase "plug and play" came out, people have been expecting to just hook up their gear and start right away. This has not been the case for the musicians as even plug-and-play devices would often require configuration changes. The Novation SL Mk II, being armed with Automap 3 PRO, defines what plug and play really is.  

Offsite Link: For more information, visit Novation's official website.

Novation AutoMap For IPhone: Remote Control Application For Novation AutoMap

August 10, 2009
Novation AutoMap For iPhone
The iPhone's unparalleled flexible architecture is being taken advantage of by pro audio and music application developers to take the iPhone and iPod Touch to new dimensions. The Novation AutoMap For iPhone and iPod Touch is one example to bind your DAW into a small handheld format.  

Offsite Link: For more information, visit Novation's official website.

Novation Automap 3 Plays Relationship Counselor At Winter NAMM 2009

January 19, 2009
Novation Automap Winter NAMM 09
With all the newfangled thingies available for music-making, there is a thriving subindustry of thingies that make them talk nicely together. Enter Novation Automap 3, an improvement over the company's previous attempts at software / hardware liaisons.  

Offsite Link: Visit Novation's official website for more information.

Novation Automap 3 Pro Rocks Maps Hard At Winter NAMM 2009

January 13, 2009
Novation Automap 3 Pro
Novation can create a software that can automatically map parameters from completely separate plugins to a host of different hardware controllers, and Rand McNally can't even make a map that I can correctly refold. I've got a real bone to pick with Rand McNally.  

Offsite Link: Visit Novation's official website for more information

Novation X Station 49 Synth Is The Choice Of Gregg Allen Of Taxi Doll

December 19, 2008
Taxi Doll
Los Angeles-based Taxi Doll are a blend of pop, dance and electronica. Gregg Allen makes sounds for the band and does so with his trusty Novation X Station.  

Offsite Link: For more on Taxi Doll.

Novation Remote 25SL: Gearwire Studio Overview

September 29, 2008
Novation Remote 25SL
Bill Hollands goes all Benjamin Gates in this overview of the Novation Remote 25SL. This compact little warrior is preconfigured to work with a bevy of plugins, making configuration a thing of the past.  

Offsite Link: Visit Novation's official website for more information

Denmark's Transistor6 On Soft Synths

May 26, 2008
Kira Li of Transistor6
Claus Collstrup talks about using software synths, making music and scoring goth porn movies.  

Offsite Link: For more on Transistor6.

Jomox XBase-09, Alesis Bitman, Novation XioSynth, And Quasimidi 309: DJ Puzzle Demonstrates His Rig

February 13, 2008
DJ Puzzle Jam
To demonstrate his setup, DJ Puzzle combines the powers of the XBase-09, Bitman, XioSynth, and Quasimidi 309. Check out this video to hear how these four units work together to create some very tight sounds.  

Offsite Link: Visit Alesis' official website, Novation's official website, or DJ Puzzle's official website for a triple dose of official information

Novation XioSynth 25, Part Seven: High Risk Manuva!

November 02, 2007
Novation XioSynth 25 Sound Test Part Seven

In what could possibly be the last of these XioSynth sound tests for some time, Jason Donnelly finishes off the tones contributed by producer Roots Manuva before moving onto some 80's pads and something called the Super...  


Offsite Link: Visit Novation's official website here.

Novation XioSynth 25, Part Five: Rennie Pilgrem's Sound

November 01, 2007
Novation XioSynth 25 Sound Test Part Five

The Novation XioSynth 25 is back yet again, and its intimidating bank of sounds is putting up quite a fight. In this segment, we get an aural taste of some sounds programmed by Rennie Pilgrem.

Stay tuned as we...  


Offsite Link: Visit Novation's official website here.

Novation XioSynth 25, Part Four: 25 Keys And 200 Sounds

November 01, 2007
Novation XioSynth 25 Sound Test Part Four

It's time for some more sounds on the Novation XioSynth 25. As we cruise through them, this segment features many of the sounds contributed by Ferry Corsten.

Stay tuned to see what other producers contributed...  


Offsite Link: Visit Novation's official website here.

Novation XioSynth 25, Part Three: Blazing Through Novation XioSynth Presets

October 31, 2007
Novation XioSynth 25 Sound Test Part Three

We continue on with the overview of all of the presets on the Novation XioSynth. There are many more super cool synth pad and slide effects, although we fear that if we demo all 200 sounds, our only lingering human memory...  


Offsite Link: Visit Novation's official website here.

Novation XioSynth 25, Part Two: Lots Of Synth Bass All Up In Your Face

October 31, 2007
Novation XioSynth 25 Sound Test Part Two

We continue cycling through the presets on the Novation XioSynth 25 to display the range of tones you can achieve with this tiny powerhouse fresh from the box. There are lots of nitty gritty bass sounds on this one and...  


Offsite Link: Visit Novation's official website here.

Novation XioSynth 25: Batches Of Patches

October 31, 2007
Novation XioSynth 25 Sound Test

The Novation XioSynth 25 is more than just an impressive, little controller. It also comes packed with expertly crafted preset sounds and looks incredible with a little star wiping action.

Jason Donnelly puts...  


Offsite Link: Visit Novation's official website here.
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