Novation Summit 61-Key Polyphonic Synthesizer

The Novation Summit is a high-performance hybrid synthesizer that combines digital precision with analog warmth, delivering unmatched power and flexibility for producers, performers, and sound designers. With dual New Oxford Oscillators, true analog filters, distortion, and a multitimbral engine, Summit lets you design stunning basses, leads, arps, pads, and effects with rich harmonic depth.

Key Features:

• Dual Peaks in One Synth – Merge two complete patches for a multitimbral experience with up to 16 voices.
  
• Five-Octave Keyboard – Semi-weighted, velocity-sensitive keys with aftertouch for expressive performance.
  
• Digital New Oxford Oscillators – Subtractive, FM, and wavetable synthesis for limitless sound design.
  
• True Analog Signal Path – Dual analog filters, analog VCAs, and three stages of distortion for warmth and character.
  
• Dual Filters with Multiple Modes – Six LP, HP, and BP combinations for ultimate tonal shaping.
  
• Audio In & Aux Out – Process external sources through Summit’s onboard effects.
  
• Powerful Effects Engine – Extensive modulation, LFOs, and hands-on control for creative sound sculpting.
  
• Wavetable Editor – Draw custom oscillator shapes, live-edit waveforms, import audio, and explore curated NASA and Noisia sound libraries.
  

Next-Level Sound Design

Summit expands upon the acclaimed Peak architecture with extra front-panel controls, enhanced dual filters, and advanced modulation options. The stereo analog path provides richness and depth, while the wavetable editor gives you the freedom to create completely unique sounds. Perfect for studio production or live performance, Summit combines digital flexibility, analog character, and intuitive hands-on control in one premium synthesizer.

Synth Engine

• Polyphony: 16 notes (voice-dependent)
  
• Timbrality: 2-part (Layered, Split, Dual Bi-Timbral Modes)
  
• 5 Voice Modes: Mono, MonoLG, Mono2, Poly, Poly2
  

Per Voice Features

• 3 oscillators + 1 noise generator with high-pass filter control
  
• 1 ring modulator
  
• 2 LFOs
  
• 1 amp envelope + 2 modulation envelopes (ADHSR + looping)
  
• 1 state-variable OTA filter (12/24dB slope)
  
• Filter types: Low-pass, Band-pass, High-pass, Dual filter (multiple combinations)
  
• Pre-filter overdrive & post-filter distortion
  

Waveforms

• Standard: Sine, Triangle, Sawtooth, Square/Pulse
  
• 43 wavetables with 5 waveforms per row
  

Modulation

• 16 modulation slots per patch; 2 sources per destination per slot
  
• Sources: Mod wheel, Aftertouch (polyphonic & channel), Expression pedals 1 & 2, Keyboard velocity, LFO1 & 2 (positive/bi-polar), Amp envelope, Mod envelopes 1 & 2, Animate 1 & 2, CV mod input, Bend Up/Down
  
• Destinations: Oscillator 1–3 frequency, V-sync, waveform shape, noise level, ring mod output, synth output, filter drive/distortion/cutoff/resonance, LFO1/2 frequency, amp & mod envelope attack/decay/release, FM routing (oscillator & noise)
  

Effects (Per Part)

• Analog distortion
  
• 3 types of chorus
  
• Delay with 16 sync types, LP/HP damping, slew, and stereo control
  
• Effects Mod Matrix: Direct, Mod Wheel, Aftertouch, Expression, Velocity, Keyboard, LFO1–4, Amp & Mod Envelopes, Animate 1 & 2, CV, Bend wheel
  

FX Mod Matrix Destinations

• Distortion level
  
• Chorus level, rate, depth, feedback
  
• Delay level, time, feedback
  
• Reverb level, time, low-pass & high-pass
  

Additional Features

• FM controls accessible from front panel
  
• Global LFO3 & LFO4
  
• Arpeggiator with key latch, 33 patterns
  
• Patch storage: Up to 512 (256 factory patches)
  
• MIDI CC transmission for all knobs (except volume), sliders, and most buttons
  
• Microtuning: Scala table import and creation
  
• Manual & multi-pot modes: Relative, pot pick-up, snap
  

Hardware Controls & Interface

• 50 control knobs with rubberized caps and spun metal discs
  
• 8 × 45mm sliders
  
• 1 volume knob, 1 data encoder knob
  
• 55 function buttons, 2 animate buttons + hold button
  
• OLED display
  
• Kensington security slot
  
• Metal chassis with American walnut end cheeks and magnetic inset end pieces
  

Inputs & Outputs

• USB (system/MIDI only)
  
• MIDI In/Out/Thru
  
• 2 × ¼” jacks for continuous or switched pedals
  
• 1 × 3.5mm CV input
  
• 2 × ¼” jacks for left/right outputs
  
• 2 × ¼” jacks for left/right auxiliary outputs
  
• 2 × ¼” jacks for left/right inputs
  
• ¼” headphone output
  

Power Requirements

• Maximum consumption: 1A
  
• IEC power supply connector