Description
Experience unparalleled sound design with the Novation Summit, a premium two-part multitimbral synthesiser featuring 61 semi-weighted keys and 16-voice polyphony. Equipped with three cutting-edge New Oxford Oscillators per voice, Summit offers a versatile palette that supports subtractive, wavetable, and FM synthesis — empowering musicians to craft complex, richly textured tones with precision.
Main Features
- Two-part 16-voice polyphonic synthesiser with multitimbral layering and split functionality
- Three New Oxford Oscillators per voice, enabling subtractive, wavetable, and FM synthesis
- Analogue multimode filters: 12/24dB slope with versatile dual filter options
- Five-octave semi-weighted keybed with velocity sensitivity and aftertouch for expressive playing
- Per-part effects including analogue distortion, chorus, delay, and reverb
- Stereo audio input routed through onboard effects and auxiliary outputs
- Enhanced front panel controls offering direct access to FM routing, dual LFOs, arpeggiator parameters, pitch and modulation wheels
- FPGA-powered oscillators delivering authentic, high-resolution analogue-style tones
Built on the acclaimed architecture of Novation’s Peak, Summit effectively combines the power of two Peaks into a single, streamlined instrument optimised for both studio production and live performance. It offers advanced modulation capabilities, a robust arpeggiator with 33 patterns, and intuitive controls on a sleek OLED display.
New in Firmware 2.0
This significant update enhances stereo spread and panning options, deeper modulation possibilities, and fresh effects including versatile chorus modes, flanger, phlanger, and a new vintage-style Lo-Fi delay. These improvements expand creative freedom, allowing you to design spacious, dynamic soundscapes with ease.
Technical Specifications
- Polyphony: 16 voices (variable depending on voice usage)
- Keyboard: 61 keys, semi-weighted, velocity sensitive, with aftertouch
- Oscillators: 3 NCO New Oxford Oscillators per voice plus noise generator and ring modulator
- Waveforms: Sine, triangle, sawtooth, square/pulse plus 43 wavetables with 5 waveforms each
- Filters: State variable OTA filter per voice, selectable LP/BP/HP/dual modes with pre-filter overdrive and distortion
- Modulation: 16 modulation slots, multiple sources and destinations including LFOs, envelopes, pitch bend, and CV input
- Effects: Per-part analogue distortion, three chorus types, delay with multiple sync modes, reverb with adjustable parameters
- Connectivity: USB-MIDI, MIDI In/Out/Thru, stereo audio inputs/outputs, expression and pedal inputs, headphone output
- Hardware: 50 control knobs, 8 sliders, 55 buttons, OLED display, metal chassis with walnut wooden cheeks
- Dimensions: 998mm (W) x 302mm (D) x 71mm (H)
- Included Software: Ableton Live Lite bundle
Why Choose Novation Summit?
Summit is designed for professionals and semi-professionals who demand an inspiring instrument capable of delivering powerful, expressive synthesiser sounds in any environment. Its innovative combination of digital precision and analogue warmth provides an expansive sonic palette that keeps your creativity limitless.
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What synthesis types does the Novation Summit support?
Summit features three New Oxford Oscillators per voice, enabling subtractive, wavetable, and frequency modulation (FM) synthesis for extensive sound design options.
➤ Can I play two different patches at the same time?
Yes, Summit offers two-part multitimbral operation allowing you to split, stack or switch between two completely independent patches across the keyboard.
➤ What kind of filters are included?
Each voice has a state variable OTA analogue filter with selectable 12/24dB slopes and multiple modes including low-pass, band-pass, high-pass, and dual filter configurations, with overdrive and distortion options.
➤ Does it have onboard effects?
Yes, each part has access to analogue distortion, chorus (three types), delay (with 16 sync types), and reverb, all routable via internal effects sends and audio inputs.
➤ Is the keyboard suited for expressive playing?
Absolutely. The keyboard is five octaves of semi-weighted keys, featuring velocity sensitivity and aftertouch for dynamic, responsive performance.
➤ What software comes with the Summit?
Summit includes Ableton Live Lite, a professional music production software, to get you started with composing and performing immediately.
➤ What connectivity options are available?
Summit offers USB-MIDI, traditional MIDI In/Out/Thru, stereo audio inputs and outputs, expression and pedal inputs, a headphone jack, and CV input for external modulation sources.
➤ How durable is the Novation Summit?
It features a robust metal chassis with premium American walnut wooden end cheeks, ensuring both durability and a luxurious aesthetic fit for professional setups.
Delivery
This product is in stock at our official UK distributor and will be shipped directly to you within 3 working days
FREE delivery within mainland UK
UK Non-Mainland: from £12.99
Rep. of Ireland and Mainland Europe: from £35 (calculated at checkout). Please see our international delivery page or contact us for details.
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Warranty Information
Novation Warranty Information: 3 Years when registered with Novation
Please note this information is provided for guidance only as manufacturer warranties may be updated from time to time
3 years warranty for VIP members
