Novation Bass Station II Analogue Mono-Synthesizer

The Novation Bass Station II is a warm, fat, and aggressive analog monosynth designed for producers, performers, and sound designers seeking raw analog power with modern versatility. Building on the legacy of the classic Bass Station, it delivers two fully tunable analog oscillators, a sub-oscillator, noise generator, and ring modulation for huge basses, leads, and experimental textures.

Key Features:

• Dual Analog Oscillators + Sub-Oscillator – Four selectable waveforms, syncable and tunable for limitless sound design possibilities.
• Two Distinct Filters – Classic multi-mode filter with low, high, and bandpass options (12/24 dB slopes) and a darker, wetter 24 dB Acid Filter.
• Analog Effects & Distortion – Fully analog filter modulation, filter overdrive, and distortion for gritty, punchy tones.
• 64 Factory + 64 User Patches – Create, save, archive, and swap your own patches with ease.
• Step Sequencer & Arpeggiator – Record notes, ties, rests, and rhythms in real time, then recall them with any patch.
• Hands-On Controls – Intuitive layout for deep patch design, LFOs (triangle, sawtooth, square, sample and hold), and two ADSR envelopes for filter, pitch, and pulse width modulation.
• Connectivity & Integration – Full MIDI compatibility, software sync, and Librarian software for patch storage on Mac or PC.
• Velocity-Sensitive 25-Note Keyboard – Fast synth-action with aftertouch for expressive performance.
  

Versatile Sound, Total Expression

The Bass Station II can sound as mellow or aggressive as you want. Explore sweet spots with filter modulation for singing leads, crank distortion for growling basses, or push resonance into self-oscillation for screaming solos. From smooth, warm tones to aggressive, punchy analog textures, it’s a synth designed to inspire creativity in any genre.

Hardware & Controller

• 25-note synth-action keyboard with assignable aftertouch
• Aftertouch modulates: Filter frequency, LFO 1 → Oscillator pitch, Oscillator 2 speed
• Pitch wheel
• Modulation wheel assignable to: LFO 2 → Filter frequency, LFO 1 → Oscillator pitch, Oscillator 2 pitch
• Octave up/down buttons
• 64 factory presets + 64 user patch slots (patch dump facility for additional storage)
• Master volume dial
  

Inputs & Outputs

• USB 2.0 socket for MIDI and host-powered operation
• Mono output: 1/4" TRS jack
• Headphone output: 1/4" TRS jack
• External input: 1/4" TRS jack
• Sustain pedal input: 1/4" TS jack
• MIDI IN / MIDI OUT: 5-pin DIN
• DC power input; selectable between power off / DC powered / USB bus powered
  

Synth Engine

Oscillators

• Osc 1 & Osc 2: Selectable waveforms (Sine, Triangle, Sawtooth, Square/Variable Pulse Width)
• Sub Oscillator (3): Selectable waveform (Sine, Square, Narrow Pulse), tracks Osc 1
• Noise generator
• Features: Sync 1 & 2, Detune, Octave range, Pitch bend, FM from Mod Envelope/LFO, Pulse Width Modulation
  

Mixer

• Osc 1, Osc 2, Sub Osc, Noise generator, External input levels
• Ring modulation depth
  

Filter

• Two filter types: Acid (diode ladder) & Classic (derived from original Bass Station)
• Parameters: Cutoff, Resonance, Overdrive, Filter frequency modulation from Mod Envelope & LFO 2
• Classic filter modes: Low-pass, Band-pass, High-pass, 12/24 dB slopes
  

Envelopes

• Two ADSR envelopes: Amp & Mod Envelope
• Trigger modes: Single trigger or Multi-trigger
• Autoglide (portamento) with VCA limiter
  

LFOs

• Two LFOs: Triangle, Sawtooth, Square, Sample & Hold
• Adjustable rate, delay time, key sync, and slew (low-pass filter)
  

Effects

• Distortion send
• Oscillator filter modulation (FM effect)
  

Arpeggiator

• Up to 32 patterns, 1–4 octave range, swing function
• Directions: Up, Down, Up/Down 1, Up/Down 2, As Played, Random
• Latch function
• Step sequencing with rests and legato (slide)
• Sequencer re-trigger function

Portamento

• Adjustable glide time
• Single trigger or re-trigger modes
• Integrates with step sequencer & arpeggiator
  

Power Requirements

• USB bus powered
• 9V DC power supply included
• Maximum power consumption: 9V DC, 300 mA
  

Dimensions & Weight

• 457 × 273 × 76 mm (18 × 10.75 × 3 in)
  

OS Compatibility

• MacOS: 10.9–10.12 Sierra
• Windows: 8, 10