Novation XStation 49 Synthesizer USB MIDI Controller Keyboard

Novation stands for innovative sound and music production tools. The Novation XStation 49 combines a Novation synthesizer, an audio interface with mic preamps, MIDI remote controller, MIDI interface and a multi-effects processor. And it's all in the Novation XStation 49 - complete with USB or battery power for extended total mobility!

Novation XStation 49 at a Glance:

• Powerful Novation virtual analog synthesizer
• Quality keyboard with additional MIDI controllers
• Control surface for soft synths, sequencers and more
• Fully functional audio and MIDI interfaces with mic preamps
• Built-in multi-effects processor
• Single USB cable handles power, MIDI and audio

Novation XStation 49 - Powerful Novation virtual analog synthesizer
A fully featured Novation-class hardware synthesizer also runs on the unique Novation XStation 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 can be sent straight through the USB cable onto the track in your sequencer via ASIO!

Novation XStation 49 - Quality keyboard with additional MIDI controllers
The Novation XStation 49 keyboard employs a premium-quality 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. What's more, Novation XStation 49 may be run off batteries, a power supply or USB.

Novation XStation 49 - Control surface for soft synths, sequencers and more
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. Novation XStation 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!

Novation XStation 49 - Fully functional audio and MIDI interfaces with mic preamps
Novation XStation 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, Novation XStation 49 has a built in MIDI interface on board, allowing you to integrate external MIDI gear as well.

Novation XStation 49 - Built-in multi-effects processor
Novation XStation 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 even be used at the same time!

Novation XStation 49 - Single USB cable handles power, MIDI and audio
Novation XStation 49 only needs one cable for everything - the USB cable. 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 XStation 49 and enjoy the sun as inspiration. But don't say we didn't warn you about the sunburn and the sand all over your gear!

Novation XStation 49 Features:

• 49-key K-Station synthesizer/USB MIDI controller with audio I/O and MIDI interface
• Virtual synthesizer control panel layout - all controls assignable
• Pitch bend, programmable mod wheel joystick
• Program storage for 40 electronic templates factory preset for packages including Reason and Native Instruments synths
• Controls plug-ins, Cubase, Logic, SONAR, Live and more
• 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
• Built-in arpeggiator
• Audio interface with zero-latency headphone monitoring
• 24-bit/44.1 or 48 Khz simultaneous 2 channel audio I/O
• Dual low noise, high-bandwidth audio preamps with phantom power and over 70dB headroom
• Multi-effects processor per input with simultaneous Reverb, Chorus-Phaser, Delay, Compressor, Distortion and EQ
• Integrated USB low-latency MIDI interface

Novation XStation 49 Specifications

• Frequency Response
• 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Output
• 2 x 1/4" TS Phone
• 1 x Coaxial SPDIF Digital
• 2 x MIDI Out
• 1 x 1/4" Stereo Headphone
• 1 x USB  
• Inputs
• 2 x XLR/1/4" Neutrik Combo 
• USB Recording
• MIDI, Internal Synthesizer Direct Streaming 
• Keyboard
• 49 semi-weighted velocity-sensitive keys with Aftertouch 
• Presets
• 34 Templates
• 200 x KS Synth Memories  
• User Memory
• 40 Locations
• 200 x KS Synth Locations 
• Controllers
• 1 x X/Y Touch-Sensitive Control Pad
• 1 x Pitch/Modulation Lever
• 20 x Rotary Potentiometers
• 4 x Rotary Encoders
• 9 x Assignable Sliders
• 5 x Rewind/Fast Forward/Stop/Start/Record Remote Transport Controls
• 4 x Function Buttons
• 8 x Play/Template Common/Template Edit/Write/Global/Snapshot/Panic General Operation Buttons
• 2 x Keyboard Octave Up/Down Buttons
• 6 x Bank/Program/Instrument Channel Page Up/Down, Cursor Up/Down, Cursor Left/Right Buttons  
• Output
• 2 x MIDI Out
• 1 x USB Port 
• Inputs
• 1 x MIDI In
• 1 x 1/4" TS Phone Sustain Pedal In
• 1 x 1/4" TS Phone Expression Pedal In
• Display
• 2 x 16-character Blue backlit LCD 
• Dimensions (WxDxH)
• 31.4 x 10.9 x 2.7" (798 x 278 x 68mm) 
• Weight
• 9.3 lb (4.2 kg) 
• System Compatibility
• Windows: XP
• Mac: OSX v.10.2.4 or greater 
• Specialties
• Built-in 8-Voice Polyphonic Programmable Synth
• Built-in 24-bit, 44.1/48kHz Audio Interface
• SPDIF Digital Output