Novation Bass Station II Analogue Synthesizer

The Novation Bass Station II is a versatile digitally controlled analogue synthesizer designed to deliver powerful basses, expressive leads, punchy sequences, and a wide range of classic and modern synth sounds. Building on the character of the original Bass Station, it features two analogue oscillators, a dedicated sub-oscillator, dual analogue filters, flexible modulation, and a hands-on control layout that makes sound design intuitive and immediate.

Its two oscillators offer four selectable waveforms, while the additional sub-oscillator provides extra low-end weight. The synth features two distinct analogue filters, including the Classic filter with low-pass, high-pass, and band-pass modes and the Acid filter for aggressive, resonant tones. Dual LFOs, two envelopes, oscillator sync, ring modulation, noise generation, portamento, overdrive, and distortion provide extensive options for shaping and transforming sounds.

The Bass Station II is equally suited to live performance and studio production, with a 25-note velocity-sensitive keyboard featuring aftertouch, pitch and modulation wheels, a 32-step arpeggiator, and a 32-step sequencer with four sequence memories. AFX Mode and Paraphonic Mode further expand its capabilities, while USB and traditional 5-pin MIDI connectivity allow easy integration with computers, hardware synthesizers, and other MIDI equipment.

Key Features

• Powerful digitally controlled analogue synthesizer

• Two analogue oscillators with four selectable waveforms each

• Dedicated sub-oscillator for enhanced low-frequency performance

• Two analogue filters: Classic and Acid

• LP, BP, and HP filter modes with selectable 12 dB / 24 dB slopes

• Dual LFOs with multiple waveform options

• Two ADSR envelopes for amp and modulation control

• Ring modulation, oscillator sync, noise generation, overdrive, and distortion

• Built-in 32-step arpeggiator with multiple patterns and swing

• 32-step sequencer with four sequence memories

• AFX Mode for per-key sound assignments and advanced sound design

• Paraphonic Mode for expanded performance possibilities

• 25-note velocity-sensitive keyboard with assignable aftertouch

• Pitch and modulation wheels with octave shift and transpose functions

• USB and 5-pin MIDI connectivity

• External audio input for processing external signals through the synth

• Headphone output and dedicated mono line output

• Compact and portable design suitable for studio and live performance

Specifications

• Type: Digitally Controlled Analogue Synthesizer

• Oscillators: 2 Analogue DCOs + Sub-Oscillator

• Oscillator Waveforms: Sine, Triangle, Sawtooth, Square/Pulse

• Filters: Classic Analogue Filter + Acid Analogue Filter

• Filter Modes: Low-Pass, High-Pass, Band-Pass

• Filter Slopes: 12 dB / 24 dB

• LFOs: 2

• Envelopes: 2 ADSR

• Arpeggiator: 32-Step

• Sequencer: 32-Step with 4 Memories

• Keyboard: 25-Note Velocity-Sensitive with Aftertouch

• Keyboard Range: -5 / +4 Octaves

• Connectivity: USB-B, 5-Pin MIDI In, 5-Pin MIDI Out

• Audio Output: 1/4-inch Mono Jack

• Headphone Output: 1/4-inch Jack

• External Input: 1/4-inch Jack

• Sustain Pedal: 1/4-inch Jack

• Power: USB or 9 V DC Power Supply

• Dimensions (W × D × H): 457 × 273 × 76 mm

• Weight: 2.48 kg

The Novation Bass Station II remains a highly capable analogue synthesizer for producers, performers, and sound designers seeking a distinctive combination of classic analogue character and modern sequencing and modulation features. From deep, punchy basses and aggressive acid lines to leads, pads, rhythmic sequences, and experimental sounds, its hands-on architecture and extensive performance controls make it a powerful addition to both studio and live setups.