Novation BASS-STATION-II-EDU Bass Station II [EDUCATIONAL PRICING] 25-Key Analog Mono-Synth

Novation's Bass Station II is an analogue mono-synth based on the classic original Bass Station, but re-worked for the 21st century. It has two filters, two oscillators plus a third sub-oscillator, patch save and a fully analogue effects section. Add a step sequencer, arpeggiator, full sized keys and a powerful modulation section and you have the makings of a synth that is built for bass, but capable of much more.

Bass Station II is an analogue mono-synth with a talent for bass, but a sound-engine that is versatile enough to kick out sharp leads and crisp arpeggios. It takes the best elements of the original Bass Station and adds re-worked modulation, effects, filters and more; like the Bass Station, but a much much bigger sound.

The signal path is pure analogue - including the effects section. The hardware has been laid out in modules with dedicated pots, switches, sliders and buttons for all major parameters. Critically, you can store and recall patches on Bass Station II. It comes with 64 killer factory presets, space for 64 of your own sounds on the hardware, and you can store more on your computer.

The key-mech consists of 25 full-sized keys that are velocity-sensitive with assignable aftertouch. It has been developed as a "synth-action" keyboard, where each key is individually sprung so it is light to the touch and highly responsive to the synth engine. Bass Station II is a fully class compliant MIDI device with MIDI I/O on 5-pin din ports – for connecting to other MIDI outboard – and with your computer over USB. You can even connect an external instrument and run it through Bass Station II's analogue filter and effects.

Novation Bass Station II Features:

• Analogue Synth: Brand new version of the classic Bass Station: Bass Station II has a pure analog audio signal path, reviving the spirit of the original Bass Station with an all-new design optimised for bass.
• Two Distinct Analog Filters: An "Acid" filter joins the "Classic" original Bass Station filter ("Classic" switches between low, hi and band pass with 12 and 24dB slopes).
• Load and Save Patches: Bass Station II ships with 64 factory patches and a further 64 user slots. Patch dump enables you to archive and swap sounds.
• Pattern-based Step Sequencer and Arpeggiator: Bass Station II has an arpeggiator with a programmable step sequencer that enables you to store and call up patterns and quickly sketch-out ideas.
• Dedicated Tweakable Controls: Analog synth layout includes dedicated controls for all major parameters enabling instant hands-on control of the sound engine.
• Two Oscillators Plus an Additional Sub Oscillator: Bass Station II has two sync-able, tune-able oscillators with four selectable waveforms, plus a third sub-oscillator for generating enormous bass sounds.
• Analogue Effects Section:
• Flexible Modulation Featuring 2 Envelopes and 2 LFOs:
• MIDI I/O and USB connectivity: Bass Station II can be connected to your music software as well as your MIDI compatible hardware.
• Players 'Synth-Action' Keyboard with Aftertouch: The keyboard mechanism is a two-octave (25 note) velocity sensitive synth-action keyboard with full-size keys and assignable aftertouch

Novation Bass Station II Specifications:

• Oscillators:
  • Osc 1
  • Osc 2
  • Sub Osc (3)
  • Osc 1 & 2 - Select between waveforms:
    • Sine
    • Triangle
    • Sawtooth
    • Square/variable pulse width
  • Oscillator 1 & 2 Features:
    • Sync 1 & 2
    • Detune
    • Octave range
    • Pitch bend
    • Pitch modulation to Mod Envelope and LFO 1
    • Pulse width modulation to Mod Envelope and LFO 2
  • Sub Osc (3) which is tracked to Osc 1; Select independently between waveforms:
    • Sine
    • Square
    • Narrow pulse
  • Sub Osc (3) Features:
    • All modulation and tuning tracked to Osc 1
    • Independent octave select
  • Noise generator
• Mixer Section:
  • Osc 1 level
  • Osc 2 level
  • Sub Osc level
  • Noise generator level
  • Ring modulation depth
  • External signal level
• Filter Specifications:
  • Filter Features:
    • Cutoff
    • Resonance
    • Overdrive
    • Filter frequency to Mod Envelope depth
    • Filter frequency to LFO 2 depth
  • Select 'Classic' filter between:
    • Low pass
    • Band pass
    • High pass
    • 12dB slope
    • 24dB slope
  • Two filter types: Acid type (diode ladder filter design), Classic type (derived from original Bass Station)
• Envelopes Specifications:
  • Select triggering mode between:
    • Single trigger (holds envelope state when new note is played)
    • Multi trigger (re-triggers with every new note played)
    • Autoglide (engages portamento)
    • There is also a VCA limiter
  • Two ADSR Envelopes (Attack/Decay/Sustain/Release): Amp Envelope, Mod Envelope, Combined control of both Envelopes
• LFO Specifications: Two LFOs each selectable between:
  • Triangle
  • Sawtooth
  • Square
  • Sample and hold
  • Both LFOs independently adjustable between rate and delay time
  • Key sync LFO 1 & 2
  • LFO slew on LFO 1& 2 (low pass filter on the LFO waveform)
• Effects Specifications:
  • Distortion send
  • Oscillator filter mod amount (FM effect created by Oscillator 2 modulating filter freq)
• Arpeggiator:
  • Select direction:
    • Up
    • Down
    • Up / Down 1
    • Up / Down 2
    • As played
    • Random
  • Up to 32 different patterns
  • Select between 1-4 octave range
  • Swing function
  • Latch (hold the arpeggiator)
• Step Sequencer:
  • Up to four sequences
  • Assign one of 32 preset rhythms or create your own
  • insert rests or legato (slide)
  • Sequencer re-trigger function
• Portamento:
  • Adjust glide time
  • Single trigger or re-trigger modes
  • Integrate into step sequencer and arpeggiator
• Hardware & Controller Assignment:
  • 25-note synth-action keyboard
  • Aftertouch can be assigned to modulate:
    • Filter frequency
    • LFO 1to Osc pitch
    • Osc 2 speed
  • Pitch wheel
  • Modulation wheel can be assigned to:
    • LFO 2 to filter frequency
    • LFO 1 to Osc pitch
    • Osc 2 pitch
  • Octave up/ down buttons
  • 64 factory presets
  • 64 slots for user patches (and patch dump facility for storing more)
  • Master volume dial
• Inputs and Outputs:
  • USB MIDI (for connecting & powering Bass Station II via host computer)
  • Mono output on 1/4" TRS jack
  • Headphone output on 1/4" TRS jack
  • External input on 1/4" TRS jack
  • Sustain pedal input on 1/4" TS jack
  • MIDI IN / MIDI OUT ports on 5 pin din
  • DC power input
  • Switch between power off / DC powered / bus powered

Note:

This is a specially priced product for educational institutions. Please call us at 800-356-5844 for more information on how to place your order. A faxed purchase order from your organization is usually required to fulfill this order at this price.