Novation Xiosynth 49
Overview
The XioSynth features a mono-timbral Novation synth engine with 10-voice polyphony, with 3 oscillators (17 waveforms each), 1 Filter (varying types), 2 LFOs (32 waveforms each), an arpeggiator and a multi-effects board.
The XioSynth features 200 hard-hitting onboard patches, utilising 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.
An ultra-low latency 2 In/2 Out audio interface for high quality recording and playback is also included. This allows you to record a microphone with phantom power, as well as simultaneously stream the onboard synth audio directly to the sequencer via the USB cable. Equally though, a guitar can be plugged straight into the Jack input for DI recording, as well as simultaneously mic'd, and recorded with outstanding results. Check the demo XioSynth guitar track in the Novation online player to be blown away by the quality.
If wanting a compact controller keyboard for studio or live use, the XioSynth is the most flexible and powerful tool on the market. In addition to synthesizing and audio/MIDI interfacing, the keyboard is also a comprehensive control surface with 11 knobs and buttons (doubled to 22 by a Group A/B switch), plus the freely assignable Xpression pad and stick. All of these controls are pre-programmed in 16 onboard Templates, so that the XioSynth can instantly control many software applications straight out the box. Add to this many more Templates online, a free Template Editor software application and hybrid modes for simultaneous synthesizing and MIDI controlling, and you have an extremely versatile package for producing or performing.
Simply connecting the keyboard over USB is all that's required to start recording, synthesizing and MIDI controlling. As the device is class compliant, no drivers are required for Windows XP or Mac OSX (although some are provided to improve latency and stability in some apps). Furthermore, if wanting to excape the confines of the studio for a while, the USB cable can be unplugged and the XioSynth can be powered by batteries, functioning as a standalone synth completely separately from the computer.
Features
X-GATOR onboard patch sequencer and 200 fantastic preset sounds, including 60 from internationally renowned artists and producers. In addition, the Novation XioSynth 49 has USB audio and MIDI interfacing capabilities, with 2 ins / 2 outs, phantom power and ultra-low latency. Furthermore, the Novation XioSynth 49 is a dual mode device, which also acts as a comprehensive MIDI controller, with 16 onboard Templates for controlling popular software and hybrid modes for simultaneous synthesizing. Add to this a multi effects processor, a high quality semi-weighted keyboard and the popular Xpression pad and stick and you have every tool needed to create your next masterpiece.
The main features of the Novation XioSynth 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
- Novation-class 8-voice mono-timbral synthesizer with multi effects processor
- 60 Famous User Patches from internationally renowned artists and producers
- High quality MIDI controller with a host of assignable controls, 16 onboard Templates and hybrid modes for simultaneous synthesizing
- Ultra-low latency 2 In/2 Out Audio interface - includes 1 XLR input with phantom power
- Semi-weighted keyboard action with assignable Xpression pad and joystick
- USB bus-powered with optional Battery 6 x standard 'AA' Size/PSU operation
- New ‘throaty’ filter options and X-GATOR patch programmer
- Class compliant with Mac OSX and Windows XP - just plug and play
- Size: 798 x 68 x 190 (mm) w x h x d
- Novation XioSynth 49 System Requirements for PC are Windows XP, USB 1.1 compatible USB connector , Pentium 600 MHz or better
- Novation XioSynth 49 System Requirements for Mac are Apple G3/400 GHz or better with USB 1.1 compatible USB connector
Inta Audio recommends the Novation XioSynth 49 by Novation
The Novation XioSynth 49 offers great value for money, features, build quality and reliability.
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