Novation Circuit Groovebox

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Circuit firmware version 1.8 update

New tools for your creative workflow. Novation's continued work on the Circuit Groovebox is now on its 1.8 release. With this new firmware update, you can utilise a number of great tools to get the most from your music. Non-quantised recording means you can go off the grid with your sequences, allowing you to sequence drums and basses in micro steps. There is now assignable MIDI channels as well as per-note velocity tracking. With a fresh update, comes new reasons to love your Circuit.

Circuit components

Circuit Components is a new set of tools expanding on the features and functions of the Circuit, giving you the ability to create and customise your own unique sounds and instruments. One of the most prominent features is the ability to import your own samples, opening up a whole world of possibilities for your productions. You can import your favourite MP3 or WAV samples, with 60 seconds of space featured across 64 slots. This feature is perfect for a range of sounds and instruments from drums and one-shot vocal samples to quick chords and synth stabs. Another new feature is the ability to export your samples from the Circuit, creating your own collections and saving them for future reference or collaborating with other artists.

Quick and simple song creation

The Novation Circuit is the ultimate tool for capturing inspiration and creating expressive tracks quick and professionally. Combining a 2-part synthesizer and a 4-part drum machine the Novation Circuit can be used to create interesting and dynamic songs straight out the box. Additionally, the 4 x 8 RBG backlit grid sequencer with velocity sensitive pads offers an effortless and dynamic way to create drum beats and synth patterns.

Standalone, portable design

Unlike most synthesizers and drum machines the Novation Circuit can be used in a standalone mode and be powered by either the included 12V power supply or 4 x AA batteries. Without even touching a laptop you can create whole songs.

Simple and advanced sequencing

Perfect for beginners and experienced sequencers alike the Novation Circuit features an innovative streamline mode which keeps harmonies, rhythms and melodies locked in tempo ideal for capturing quick ideas on the go. Furthermore, Circuit can also be used to create advanced sequencing patterns whilst the split grid shows real-time feedback of steps and notes.

Integrated premium-grade effects

Not only does the Novation Circuit feature velocity sensitivity RBG backlit pads but you can also add unique effects and modulation such as pitch, decay, distortion and EQ to optimize your tracks.

Features

• 2-Part Nova-heritage analogue-modelled synthesiser
• 4-Part drum machine
• 4 x 8 Grid of RGB, velocity-sensitive sequencer pads
• 6 Voice polyphony
• Loads of oscillator types and wavetables
• 64 Production-ready patches
• Step sequence or build live
• Lock your music in time and key
• 1.3 Update includes Sample Flip, Sample Previous, Session Colour and Single Session Backup functions
• 1.4 Update (latest update) includes Drum Pattern Length, Instant Pattern Switch, Session Colour Select and Clock Settings
• 1.6 update introduces Panning, Drum Micro Steps and Settings View
• 1.7 update introduces ability to make songs from pattern chain sequence function, create tied/drone notes and take your music off the grid by delaying notes by step
• Combine ready-made drum patterns
• Tweak using 8 synth macro encoders with RGB LEDs
• Record and play back your tweaks
• Combine up to 128 steps of synth and drum patterns
• Add amazing delay and reverb effects
• 32 Slots for creating, saving and playing tunes without a laptop
• Compact and battery powered
• Built-in DSP speaker
• Works with computer and hardware via USB and MIDI

Specifications

• General:
• 32 RGB backlit velocity sensitive button grid
• 28 RGB backlit function buttons
• 8 Continuous pots with RGB indicator LEDs
• Dedicated filter and volume pots
• 1/4" jack sockets for left and right outputs
• Two MIDI sockets (3.5mm jack sockets with MIDI din break-out cables)
• USB B 2.0
• Front-mounted 3.5mm jack socket for headphones
• Integrated speaker
• Rubberised knob caps
• Battery compartment for 6x AA batteries (included)
• Kensington Security Slot
• Sound Engine:
• 2 Nova synths
• 4 Part drum machine
• 6 Note polyphonic per synth
• 64 Synth patches
• 64 Drum patches
• 8 Synth macro controls (Control up to 4 parameters with one knob)
• 4 Drum parameter controls (Pitch, Decay, Distortion, Filter)
• Mixer view with levels and mutes
• Master FX with individual track sends
• 16 Delays
• 8 Reverbs
• Sidechain effect (7 types and off). Triggered from Drum 1
• Hi-pass / low-pass master filter
• Sequencer:
• 32 Sessions
• 6 Tracks per session (2 Synth and 4 Drum)
• 8 Patterns per track (Synth 1, Synth 2, Drum 1&2, Drum 3&4)
• 16 Demo sessions
• Real time record (notes, with velocity and automation)
• Auto-quantise notes to steps and automation to 6 events per step
• 50 Automation parameters (up to 4800 events per pattern)
• Internal tempo range 40 - 240
• External synced tempo range 30 - 300
• Swing 20 - 80
• Real Time Performance:
• Full range velocity scanning and record. Editable to 16 levels
• 16 Scale types and chromatic transposition
• Synth expand view doubles playable area
• Drum expand view allows real time drum record
• Octave (input) and pattern octave (edit)
• Pattern length and nudge
• Configurable pattern chain
• Session instant switching and queued switch
Software Compatibility:
• Ableton Live Lite 9 is included
• Circuit will also work as a standard USB-MIDI controller
• Product Dimensions:
• 240mm width x 200mm depth x 35mm height