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Novation MiniNova Analogue Modelling Compact 37 Mini-key Synth – Tough, compact, powerful mini-synth with pitch-correcting effect vocoder, 256 onboard sounds and five effects per voice layering Blue

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Item Dimensions LxWxH 29 x 19 x 6.5 inches
Item Weight 9 Pounds
Body Material Bass Wood

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  • Make Huge Sounds- Create deep, gritty bass, soaring leads, lush pads, and vintage sounds with up to 18 voices and powerful effects.
  • Built By a Legend- MiniNova’s synth engine was conceived, shaped, and refined by British synth legend Chris Huggett and has his five decades of passion, experience, and expertise behind it.
  • Gently Tweak or Instantly Warp- Subtly tweak your sounds with the knobs, or totally warp them with the Animate buttons, pitch and modulation wheels.
  • Create Unique Vocals- Talk or sing into the mic and run your voice through the keyboard and effects engine. Use MiniNova’s secret weapon for the perfect vocal – VocalTune – to ensure that your voice will automatically be tuned to the notes you play on the keyboard.
  • Animate and Arpeggiate- Switch to 'Animate' mode and press one of the eight backlit buttons to trigger awesome performance functions or 'Arpeggiator' mode to jam with arpeggiator rhythms in real time.
  • Find Your Sound Fast- Instantly search through 256 sounds by type or musical genre and save 128 more sounds of your own.

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  • Product Description

    Product Description

    MiniNova packs the sort of specs you'd expect to find in an instrument twice the size, and sounds like one double the price. Whether you're a music production novice taking your first steps in synthesis, the keyboard player in a band looking for a sturdy, road-worthy instrument, or an experienced sound designer after a pro-quality portable addition to your existing arsenal, Novation's backpack-sized beast more than delivers.

    From the Manufacturer

    Compact, super-cool studio and live synth with 256 onboard sounds. View larger

    MiniNova is a compact, super-cool studio and live synth with the same sound engine as its big brother, UltraNova. It comes with 256 incredible onboard sounds that you can tweak with five knobs, or totally warp with eight 'animate' buttons. It has up to 18 voices with as many as five synth effects on each sound. MiniNova also has an onboard VocalTune effect as well as a classic vocoder so you can recreate iconic vocal sounds from hip hop, urban and electronic music.

    But don't let its size fool you. MiniNova is the latest in the 'nova' range of synths dating back to the legendary Supernova series. It has the same incredibly powerful sound engine and synth effects as the Novation UltraNova, which means it is capable of creating and editing massive bass synth sounds, soaring leads, lush pads and vintage synth sounds. All this in a 37 mini-key form with a USB port and MIDI I/O that you can hook up to your laptop and control your music software, or connect it to another keyboard or sound module.

    Editing Software Included

    Editing sounds in such a powerful synth can be overwhelming, so Novation created a software application that gives you visual access to the synth engine. The MiniNova Editor works as a plug-in within your DAW or music software. You can fully edit MiniNova using the hardware; the software just makes it easier to see what you are doing.

    Choose Your Sound--and Get More for Free

    MiniNova has 256 onboard sounds and space to save another 128 of your own sounds. You can quickly search for sounds by selecting the style of music you're making, or the type of sound you're after--whether it's bass synth, lead, hip hop or techno. MiniNova comes with free software, Patch Librarian, so you can store as many sounds as you want on your computer. If 256 sounds are not enough, there are numerous soundpacks for MiniNova assembled by renowned artists and sound designers, including plenty of vintage synth sounds.

    The Synth Engine and Effects

    MiniNova has an enormously powerful sound engine and synth effects, unheard of in a micro synth. There are 14 conventional waveforms to choose from (square, sine, sawtooth, pulse, triangle and combinations), 36 wavetables and 20 digital waveforms. Each of the 3 oscillators (per voice) have density/detune for fattening up sounds, virtual sync and 'hardness'--which acts as an additional lowpass filter. There are 14 filter types, 6 envelope generators, 3 LFOs and 20 modulation slots where you can link modules of the synth engine together to shape sound. MiniNova can add up to 5 effects to each sound including distortion, reverb, chorus/phase, delay, compressor, EQ and Novation's unique gator effect.

    Brand New VocalTune and Classic Vocoder Effects

    MiniNova takes vocal effects one-step further. As well as a vocoder, it has VocalTune. This means you can talk into the mic and play the tune you want your voice to follow on the keyboard recreating those classic hip hop/urban vocal effects. You can also run your voice through MiniNova's effects engine, adding reverb, distortion, chorus/phase, gator compression or EQ. This doesn't need to be limited to your voice; there is an input into which you can plug a guitar or any other instrument and give it the same treatment.

    Instant Editing and Performance Control

    The 'Perform' section enables you to access the synth and effects engines by switching between 6 positions to assign 4 knobs, giving you instant access to 24 sound-bending parameters.

    Live Synth: Tweak and Warp Your Sounds in Real Time

    8 animate buttons enable you to warp and twist sounds in real time alongside a dedicated filter knob, 4 editing knobs and oversized pitch and modulation wheels.

    A great compact desktop keyboard for triggering software instruments. View larger
    37-Key Controller Keyboard with MIDI I/O

    MiniNova is also a great compact desktop keyboard for triggering software instruments. It has physical MIDI I/O ports for triggering other external sound modules--or for connecting to a larger keyboard.

    About Novation

    Since Novation was born back in 1992, the company name has become synonymous with world-class analogue modeling synthesizers and unrivalled MIDI controller keyboards and solutions. The product range continues to receive critical acclaim from the music press and win numerous awards for outstanding technology and usability. Fantastic build quality, true musical instrument feel, and intuitive controls are just three of the reasons why Novation's digital musical instruments are simply a joy to play. To keep products up to date and in tune with the user's needs, Novation continually provides improved operating systems and brand new software available for download. Firmware updates are fueled and inspired by suggestions from existing users, so comments about Novation products are actively encouraged.


    From the manufacturer

    Novation Mininova

    Big Sound, small synth

    MiniNova has the most powerful sound engine and effects of any micro synth. More polyphony, more filters, more effects, more modulation.

    Every sound has easy access to almost limitless variations, which you can subtly tweak or totally warp with the twist of a knob or the touch of a button. Create all the dirty-fat bass, soaring leads, lush pads and vintage sounds you could possibly want - but on a tough and compact 37 mini-key synth.

    Novation Mininova

    Find Your Sound Fast

    MiniNova comes with 256 killer sounds, space to save another 128 of your own, and a Patch Librarian for loading and storing as many extra sounds on your computer as you'll ever need.

    That's a lot of choice, but you can easily search through them by selecting your style or music, or the type of sound you're after. Bass? Lead? Techno? Hip Hop? Whatever you're looking for, you'll find your sound fast. Don't worry if you're lacking inspiration: we're always releasing new free soundpacks for MiniNova, which we create with renowned artists and sound designers.

    Novation Mininova

    Find Your Sound Fast

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    Create Unique Vocals

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    Animate and Arpeggiate

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    Editing software included

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    Own your Sound

    MiniNova makes it easy. Tweak and warp your sound with instant access to the 24 most powerful synth parameters.

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    UltraNova Sound Engine

    Our signature Nova-series synth-engine, capable of creating and editing massive sounds with up to 18 voices and powerful effects.

    VocalTune Vocoder

    Create robotic and iconic vocals, or run your instruments through the effects engine.

    Tweak and Warp Sounds Live

    Tweak your sounds in realtime with five knobs, or totally warp them eight 'Animate' buttons and oversized pitch and modulation wheels.

    256 Awesome Onboard Sounds

    Instantly search for sounds by type or musical genre, from bass to pad, hip hop to house. Store another 128 of your own sounds onboard, too.

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    Layer Your Effects

    Add up to five effects to each voice, including distortion, reverb, chorus/phase, delay, compressor, EQ and our very own gater 'stutter' effect

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    Layer Your Effects

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    Editing Software and Patch Librarian

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    Vintage Synth and Bass

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    Trigger Software Instruments

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    Customer reviews

    4.6 out of 5 stars
    4.6 out of 5
    244 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the sound quality, quality and value of the musical instruments. They mention that it has a lot of great synthesizer sounds, the modeling and sound are over the top, and the device is a really cool device. They appreciate the portability, saying that it's small and easy to play. Customers also like the ease of installation, saying the controls and workflow are intuitive. They say that managing these patches is very easy by using the free MiniNova Librarian.

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    27 customers mention27 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the sound quality of the synthesizer. They mention that it has a lot of great synthesized sounds, both modern and classic. The modeling and sound are over the top, awesome, and brutal. It has a broad range of sounds and is fully polyphonic. Customers also say that it's musical and can sound analog. Overall, customers find it to be a nice synth for performance.

    "...It sounds great. A lesser reason is this synth is fully polyphonic, and it's price tag puts it in competition with just a few other poly synths and..." Read more

    "...Overall an excellent synth that is relatively easy, fun to play, and powerful enough to keep me happy for years to come. Nice job, Novation." Read more

    "...There’s definitely going to be some learning curve. But everything sounds so wonderful that I’m in no hurry to drill in to specifics, and am willing..." Read more

    "...I was able to make a nice, light-sounding patch that I made a simple lullaby out of - perhaps a bit of a departure from the hard-driving bass and..." Read more

    19 customers mention17 positive2 negative

    Customers like the quality of the musical instruments. They say it has an amazing arpeggiator, excellent sounds, and a great piece of engineering. Some say the device is relatively well manufactured.

    "...I feel the Mini Nova is very unique with the features I've outlined: Very powerful and flexible, yet friendly and approachable to new synth players..." Read more

    "...The sounds are excellent. I love the vocoder and there are a lot of great synthesizer sounds, both modern and classic...." Read more

    "...I don't write many reviews, but this thing is SPECTACULAR so far, and I've only had it about 12 hours...." Read more

    "...The Vocoder to me is Superior, it doesnt roll of the HF and is very fidelic." Read more

    11 customers mention11 positive0 negative

    Customers appreciate the value of the musical instruments. They mention it has an impossible good sound for the money, and is awesome right out of the box.

    "...That said, this thing has impossibly good sound for the money, and the vocoder is the rich, cream cheese icing on the cake...." Read more

    "...for your DAW and don't mind the small cheap keys, this is the best bang for the buck...." Read more

    "...What is it? Its the best at the price in my opinion, and I chose this over the micro korg specifically for the more modern sound style, and I could..." Read more

    "I love the Novation MiniNova, it's awesome right out of the box, and even better with free sound packs available from Novation through their website..." Read more

    9 customers mention9 positive0 negative

    Customers find the musical instruments portable. They say the smaller keys are easier to play and the keyboard is sensitive. They also say it's the perfect small synth and that it sits comfortably on their lap.

    "...The smaller keys are actually easier to play in some respects because you can jump around much easier...." Read more

    "...It sits comfortably on your lap. The keys are responsive. The knobs may need a little breaking in, as they seem scratchy at first...." Read more

    "...The mini keyboard was so playable and sensitive that it got me sold as I play solo leads for my performance band...." Read more

    "I like this small hi tech keyboard. The sounds I can make with all the controls are wonderful...." Read more

    8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

    Customers find the controls and workflow intuitive. They say the controls are easy to install and manage using the MiniNova Librarian. They also appreciate the octave control and control knobs and buttons. Customers also mention that recording has been easy, and the configurability via the VST seems to be amazing.

    "...seemingly as featured packed as the Mini Nova, with a seemingly intuitive control layout, it frustrated me to no end...." Read more

    "...In fact, the smaller size of this keyboard has made recording MUCH easier on my computer, since the MiniNova can sit on my desk right in front of my..." Read more

    "...The configurability via the VST seems to be amazing - I can't wait to play with it more...." Read more

    "...Managing these patches was very easy by using the free MiniNova Librarian (a stand-alone app)...." Read more

    7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

    Customers find the musical instruments super versatile, easy to use, and versatile with lots of variety. They say it has phat sounds and can be used for both studio and live performance. Customers also say it's a nice musical instrument and not a toy.

    "...Lots of base patches and so many variations in real time with the knobs. I immediately fell in love...." Read more

    "...great sound engine and sounds amazing it truly does this is a nice musical instrument and not a toy" Read more

    "Fun keyboard. Using it for studio and live performance. Easy to use right out of the box." Read more

    "Possibly the greatest small synth ever made. So much variety, nice 'phat' sounds...." Read more

    6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

    Customers find the musical instruments easy to use and fun to play. They say the keyboard is very mini, but playable. Customers also use it for studio and live performance.

    "...Overall an excellent synth that is relatively easy, fun to play, and powerful enough to keep me happy for years to come. Nice job, Novation." Read more

    "...The keyboard is very mini, but playable...." Read more

    "Absolutely a lot of creative fun. I like the sounds from this keyboard synth vs the comparable Korg version...." Read more

    "Fun keyboard. Using it for studio and live performance. Easy to use right out of the box." Read more

    5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the performance of the musical instruments. They mention that it is very powerful, flexible, and friendly. They also appreciate the processing power and the ability to sound analog. Overall, customers are happy with the product's performance and recommend it to others.

    "...the Mini Nova is very unique with the features I've outlined: Very powerful and flexible, yet friendly and approachable to new synth players...." Read more

    "...excellent synth that is relatively easy, fun to play, and powerful enough to keep me happy for years to come. Nice job, Novation." Read more

    "Best of the many cents pretty extreme and it's processing power and can sound analog if you wanted to although it's digital with great digital..." Read more

    "Excellent. Low price and high performance" Read more

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    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente para dar los primeros pasos en la creación de sonidos…
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Solid machine
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Calidad precio Inmejorable
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