Erikson Audio has been appointed exclusive Canadian distributors for all Novation hardware and software synthesizers and controller keyboards, effective November 1st 2004. Novation Electronic Music Systems Ltd. was recently acquired by Focusrite Audio Engineering, with the intent of introducing an exciting range of new products. The recently launched X-Station and Remote range of keyboards are already being well received.

With the increasing convergence and evolution of the digital music studio, Novation is a good fit with Erikson Audio's line-up of recording products. NOVATION stands for innovative sound and music production tools.

What's New

Dec '07
Chris Vrenna, Marilyn Manson’s keyboard player, chooses Novation

Grammy-winner Chris Vrenna who has played with Skinny Puppy and Nine Inch Nails is currently on tour with Marilyn Manson playing a Novation ReMOTE SL37.
“We were after a very sleek look on stage,” he says. Chris has fallen in love with many of its features, not least the fact that it is buss powered. “The keyboard also has a backlit LCD which I cannot speak highly enough of,” Vrenna continues. “With the projections and smoke on stage it’s hard enough to see anything but I can always tell what’s up on the keyboard. That’s vital for a live thing – most other keyboards don’t tell you as much information.” Read more

Dec '07
Novation nio 2/4 TUTORIAL MOVIES ONLINE NOW

Click here to link to the free tutorials!!

Novation instruments are fast becoming an industry standard for both synthesis that stands out in the mix, and controllers that take working with music software to the next level.

You should also check out the "Famous Users Talk Novation".

Sept '07
Novation SL Compact Series
The ReMOTE SL COMPACT MIDI controller is the first keyboard to provide an affordable route to automatic, instant and intelligent control of all major sequencers and all automatable plug-ins. Its giant 144-character screen displays up to eight assigned parameters at once with essential data laid out logically right before the user’s eyes.
Important features include: a semi-weighted keyboard with aftertouch; large programmable drum pads; dedicated transport controls; assignable pitch bend and modulation wheels; and a speed dial, a unique and easily assignable dial to control whatever parameter the mouse pointer is resting on.

May '07
Novation nio 2|4 Interface
Novation has announced a terrific mobile USB audio & MIDI interface engineered to deliver everything the modern music maker requires. The nio 2|4 provides 2 inputs and 4 outputs in a rugged portable package.
A unique and flexible monitoring solution, with two dials close at hand and independent switching between three different monitor mixes, combined with four phono (RCA) outputs and flexible metering, make nio 2 | 4 the ideal solution for laptop DJs and live performers. With its two headphone outputs, it’s equally at home in the classroom environment.

Feb '07
Novation SL Series Expands Control with Automap Universal
When Novation introduced the SL Series, recording in the dark became a thing of the past. Now the intelligent Automap mode, which automatically maps sequencer or plug-in software controls to the SL’s front panel, has become Automap Universal, allowing you to open up ANY application with the SL connected and all instruments (and mixers etc. in some applications) within the session will be detected and mapped to logical areas of the SL, with their controls displayed clearly on the screens.

Jan '07
Novation XioSynth 49
Only recently introduced, the XioSynth has already piled up more accolades and rave reviews than you can shake a stick at. Now the original 25-key XioSynth has a big brother for anyone who wants the awesome sound and unrivalled feature set but with more freedom for hands to roam. Introducing the XioSynth 49…

01/01/07
Novation Plug-ins Go Universal
Novation's enormously popular Bass Station plug-in is now available in a Universal Binary version for the new Intel Macs. A Universal Binary version of the V-Station will soon be available as well.

01/12/06
ReMOTE SL
2 Large LCD Screens & AutoMap Take Controller to New Level Novation’s new ReMOTE SL series’ 2 large LCD screens and AutoMap features take the keyboard controller out of the dark ages and into the light of intelligent control. Familiar Novation popular features from the ReMOTE series have been carried through, including a top-of-the-range, semi-weighted, velocity- and aftertouch-sensing keyboard (“the best feel of any two-octave keyboard on the market”, according to Keyboard magazine).
Pro Tools™ Automap
The ReMOTE SL series controllers from Novation are the first keyboards to automatically map to Digidesign’s Pro Tools software (M-Powered, LE, TDM and HD).

01/09/06
XioSynth
2/4-octave Synthesizer and Audio USB MIDI Controller Keyboard

As well as the mouse, the Z, X and C computer keys can be used to play notes on the XioPlayer, whilst the cursor keys select patches and the S key plays samples (when available). Never before has synthesis been so accessible! In this stylish, compact and highly affordable format, the XioSynth offers a staggering amount of classic and cutting edge sounds, many from internationally acclaimed artists, along with a brand new X-Gator patch programmer and optional filter distortion. Furthermore, the XioSynth provides everything required for producing on the move, through its audio interfacing and MIDI controlling capabilities.

20/06/06
Novation Remote ZeRO SL
The removal of the keyboard makes the ReMOTE ZeRO SL the most affordable way to benefit from Novation’s Automap™ technology. It has a huge number of assignable controls, including 8 musically-responsive trigger pads, all pre-programmed so it works with most popular software instruments, whether Automapping or not. In one compact, extremely portable device, the ZeRO SL is an ideal control surface for studio and live performances alike. Sitting at an elevated angle, the ZeRO SL fits neatly behind a querty keyboard for quick access and minimum space consumption. Available July, 2006
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27/04/05
Gig Bags: Your Studio On Your Back
Have you dreamed of the day when you could fit your whole studio on your back? Well, that day has come as the custom Novation gig bags are now available. There are three sizes to choose from, designed to fit a 25-key (2-octave), 49-key (4-octave) and 61-key (5-octave) keyboard/controller. The bags fit all Novation (or similar) keyboards and MIDI controllers; the X-Station, ReMOTE and KS ranges, plus the K-Station and Nova too.

All bags have a front pocket for a laptop, with ample room for a 15” Mac or PC, in addition to side/front pockets for microphones, headphones and other cables.

11/04/04
Remote 25
Novation introduces ReMOTE 25 Audio controller keyboard with integrated amplification and effects

Novation has introduced a new version of its ReMOTE 25 controller keyboard. The new ReMOTE 25 Audio incorporates two high quality mic/line preamps and two multi-effects processors, enabling users to plug straight into a laptop or desktop computer and begin recording with their preferred sequencing package – no outboard effects or amplification are required.

11/04/04
X-station 25
X-STATION 25 integrates a Novation-class Synthesizer, an audio solution, MIDI remote controller, MIDI interface and a multi-effects processor, complete with USB or battery power for extended total mobility!

X-Station is the ideal instrument for expressive live performance, offering a premium-class keyboard mechanism with semi-weighted keys and after touch. What's more, the extensive remote control surface provides a massive 150 virtual controls per template, going way beyond common standards. X-Station offers a total of 55 assignable physical controls, including 3 Encoders, 16 pots, 9 sliders and 22 buttons. A joystick controller and an assignable X/Y touch pad controller complete the picture.