Ultranova is the flagship digital synthesizer by Novation that offers 37-full-sized velocity sensitive keys with aftertouch, 12-band Vocoder engine with XLR gooseneck mic, 33 arpeggiator pattern, 5-way multi-FX, with powerful synth engine that features 18 note polyphony, 3 oscillators, 1 noise generator, 2 ring modulators, 20 digital waveforms, and 36 wavetables, that ready to shape your sound out of the box. Free soundpacks available for download.
UltraNova sounds great with the very simplest of patches, but also gives you intuitive hands-on control over the powerful synth engine for deep and complex sound editing. Alter your sounds however you like, then shape them to perfection with 5-way multi-FX processor.
The powerful modulation matrix lets you connect any source to whatever you like, so you can create almost any sound you can imagine. Don’t worry if sound editing isn’t your thing; we’ll also send you regular soundpack updates, with loads of new sounds to inspire you.
Trust Your Sound
The UltraNova synth engine is the result of synth design experience and expertise spanning five decades.
Create Truly Unique Sounds
Create just about any sound you can think of, using three oscillators, an 18 voice synth engine, wavetable synthesis and multiple modulation options.
Shape Complex Sounds
Create and edit complicated sounds using hands-on controls and a wide, easy-to-read LCD screen.
Comprehensive Effects
Add depth to your sounds, and sculpt them to perfection using reverb, delay, chorus, distortion and more.
Touch n’ Tweak
Instantly tweak or totally warp your sound using eight touch-sensitive encoders and a dedicated filter knob.
Expressive Keyboard
An Italian-made, 37-note Fatar keyboard, with aftertouch and a level of quality that players will instantly appreciate.
Simple Audio Streaming
UltraNova has a built in Audio Interface. Record your synth sound direct to your DAW via the USB cable. No audio cables needed.
One Cable For Everything
Use a single USB cable for power, audio and MIDI I/O. It’s ideal for a compact studio setup, and way less hassle on stage too.
Synthesize With Your Voice
Combine the power of the UltraNova engine with an integrated 12-band vocoder and included gooseneck mic, to be musical or experimental with your voice.
Easily Edit Patches
Save, manage and easily edit your patches, with the comprehensive yet intuitive VST and AU plug-in editor and standalone librarian.
Keep Your Sound Fresh
Stay inspired with our regular free soundpacks, which you can download right here.
Specifications
Hardware
144 character LCD
8x detented touch sensitive encoders
1x large smooth encoder (with back-lit filter lock buttons)
1x large patch select/speed dial encoder
2x volume & monitor mix dials
39 LED lit/indicated buttons
Pitch wheel (LED lit)
Modulation wheel (LED lit)
37 note keyboard with velocity and aftertouch
XLR dynamic mic input
2x ¼” jack inputs
2x ¼” jack outputs
2x ¼” jack aux outputs
1x ¼” jack headphone output
SPDIF digital output on RCA connector
Expression pedal on ¼” jack input
Sustain pedal on ¼” jack input
MIDI in/out/thru
12 volt power input
USB port (UltraNova can be powered via USB)
Kensington security slot
USB Audio Interface
2 in, 4 out soundcard
44.1 / 48kHz at 16 or 24 bit to host
44.1 / 48kHz at 16 bit from host (if you select 24 bit from host, audio
data is limited by the driver to 16 bit playback)
Dynamic range : – 98dB
Input 1 + 2 frequency response : 20Hz to 20kHz +/- 1dB
Gain rage : -10 to + 65dB
THD+N = 0.002%
Maximum output level +6dBu
signal to noise ratio referenced to 0dBFS (+6 dBu) = 96dB
