Product Description

• Novation Bass Station – Bold
• Booming
• and Buzzing. The original Novation Bass Station
• launched in 1993
• is celebrated for its raw
• punchy
• and unmistakably analogue character. Designed during a period when digital synthesisers dominated
• the Bass Station brought analogue warmth and grit back into the spotlight
• making it a cult favourite among producers. The Novation Bass Station by GForce
• whilst remaining sonically faithful to the original
• has been extensively enhanced
• now offering polyphony
• unison modes
• a powerful modern sequencer
• and expansive modulation capabilities with the advanced X-LFO and X-ADSR. These updates bring unprecedented depth and flexibility to the Bass Station’s iconic sound. Ferocious Basslines and Monstrous Polyphonic Sounds The GForce Bass Station delivers a sound as powerful and textured as the iconic Roland TB-303® that its 24dB filter is meant to emulate. Its distinctive filter sweeps and lively oscillators allow for expressive bass lines and leads
• from rounded tones to biting
• edgy textures. Whether you’re shaping intense bass grooves or slicing through leads
• the Bass Station is your ultimate ally in redefining the low end. Break free from the ordinary and let your bass lines take centre stage with the timeless energy of the Bass Station. How Was It Augmented? The Novation Bass Station by GForce has been entirely crafted from the ground up and richly enhanced to bring the best of both worlds—vintage charm aligned with modern possibilities. Here are the key enhancements: Enhanced Signal Path: The Bass Station retains the authentic
• rich tones of the original while benefiting from a new waveform alongside
• a sub OSC
• noise
• LFO sync & retrig
• discreet key tracking for the 24dB filter
• additional mod sources
• pan spread
• vintage knob and more. Polyphony up to 16 Voices and Unison: Unlike the monophonic original
• we’ve added polyphony and mono unison. X-Modifier: Unlocks unparalleled creative possibilities by enabling direct modulation of most parameters
• transforming your sonic landscape with ease. A scope shows the sum of the modulation.  High Pass Filter: This addition allows for more precise control over the frequency spectrum
• enabling cleaner mixes and more intricate sound design. Distortion
• Chorus
• Delay
• and Reverb Effects: Integrated effects expand the sonic palette
• allowing for lush
• atmospheric
• and dynamic soundscapes. Two Versatile Macros: These provide real-time control over key parameters
• enhancing expressive performance and sound customisation. Macros can be modulated by the sequencer. This can get very creative! Built-in Arpeggiator and modern Sequencer: These tools simplify creating dynamic rhythmic and melodic patterns
• adding depth and complexity to your music. The sequencer includes individual step length
• velocity
• slide
• swing
• accent
• probability
• two Macro tracks
• arp chords
• scales
• and extensive randomisation options. Advanced Patch Browser: Quickly find and customise the perfect sound from a vast preset library
• streamlining the creative process. These enhancements ensure that our Novation Bass Station is a powerful
• fun and versatile musical instrument. The Original Rebel of Analogue Bass The Novation Bass Station debuted in 1993 when digital synths dominated the market and analogue synthesisers were just beginning to make a comeback. Known for its punchy bass
• portable size
• and affordable price
• it quickly became a favourite among producers and electronic musicians who craved an accessible analogue sound with a modern twist. The Bass Station
• a classic of the 90s and 00s
• was extensively used in the electronic music scene
• both in professional studios and the burgeoning home studio culture
• as well as at rave parties. Those familiar with its capabilities know that it’s much more than a simple bass synth—it’s an instrument with a unique voice and undeniable character. Create hugely Complex
• Yet Musical
• Sounds With X-Modifier Using our unique X-Modifier technology
• the scope of sound modulation possibilities is immense. The intuitive X-LFO and X-ADSR section enables you to work faster without having to set up modulation paths; they’re already set up for you. X-Mods provide you with the ability to create extensive modulations of almost every parameter
• allowing you to create hugely complex
• yet musical
• sounds. So
• while the tone and character at the heart of the synth remain authentic to the original
• the additional features turn it into a true sonic canvas. We’ve added a dedicated screen to monitor the output of the X-Modifier. <iframe frameborder="no" height="450" src="https: //w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/playlists/1928995371%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-jjVSIJyUAg2&color=%23ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true" width="100%"></iframe> Unleash Your Musical Ideas The Novation Bass Station
• with its fully resizable UI
• powerful Preset Browser
• Scope
• and over 300 brand-new production-ready presets from top-level sound designers
• is fully ready to inspire your future musical ideas. Novation Bass Station features the aforementioned preset browser
• giving you the power to organise your sounds in a way that suits your workflow. With extensive tagging
• sorting and search possibilities
• it’s quick and easy to find the presets you want. GForce have enlisted an array of diverse sound designers and artists including Zardonic
• Alex Jann
• Jogging House
• Polydata
• GEOsynth
• Jordan Passmore
• Boudicca Bass Service
• Dave Spiers
• Graeme Rawson and more. The patches span from edgy and modern to passionately classic
• featuring many recreations you’d expect from GForce. Features An authentic-sounding emulation of the 1993 original Novation Bass Station Developed in collaboration with Novation Mono
• Mono Unison
• Legato
• Autoglide and Poly Modes
• up to 16 voices Augmented with vast modulation options via X-Modifiers Arpeggiator and Sequencer including macro automation  Unique 2-pole or 4-pole filter with screeching resonance Fully-scalable UI Over 300 presets Powerful Preset Browser Pan Spread  High-Pass Filter
• Distortion
• Chorus
• Delay and Reverb effects Two programmable Macros for easy manipulation of sounds Programmable Velocity Responses and Poly Aftertouch System Requirements Mac: Standalone Application
• AudioUnit
• VST and VST3 PC: Standalone Application
• VST and VST3 The Minimum System Requirements for Mac are as follows: Intel or Apple Silicon Mac macOS 10.13.x or above The Minimum System Requirements for PC are as follows: 2GHz CPU with 2GB RAM Windows 7 and above Note: Minimonsta 2 is used as an example. Please register your plugin with GForce Software to get access to: Download links Reg code (different from the one provided by Plugin Boutique and needed when you first open the product.) Registration 1. Head to www.gforcesoftware.com/account/#my_instruments
• or click 'Download' from within your Plugin Boutique User Account. 2. Log in
• or register for a new account. 3. Once logged in to your account
• click 'View My Instruments'. 4. On the right-hand side of the page
• select your purchased plugin from the dropdown list
• then enter your Activation Code
• which is listed under 'Serial Number' within your Plugin Boutique User Account. 5. Underneath the heading 'My Instruments'
• click 'View Instrument'. 6. Click 'Download' on the correct version for your OS. Installation Mac 1. Double-click the downloaded .pkg file
• then double click on the icon marked 'Double Click to Install.pkg'. 2. Click 'Continue'. 3. Click 'Continue'. 4. Click 'Agree'. 5. Select the items you would like the install
• then click 'Continue'. 6. Click 'Install'. 7. Once installation has completed
• click 'Close'. 8. Locate your License Code
• found on the right-hand side of the page within your GForce Account > 'View Instrument' 9. Launch your DAW
• and open a copy of Minimonsta 2. Enter your License Code
• as blurred out above
• into the box. Click 'Register'. 10. Installation is completed. Enjoy your plugin! Windows 1. Launch the downloaded .exe file. Click 'Next'. 2. Click 'I accept the agreement'
• then click 'Next'. 3. Click 'Next'. 4. Select the plugin versions you would like to install
• then click 'Next'. 5. Click 'Next'. 6. Click 'Next'. 7. Click 'Install'. 8. Once installation has completed
• click 'Finish'. 9. Locate your License Code
• found on the right-hand side of the page within your GForce Account > 'View Instrument' 10. Launch your DAW
• and open a copy of Minimonsta 2. Enter your License Code
• as blurred out above
• into the box. Click 'Register'. 11. Installation is completed. Enjoy your plugin!

Additional Information

About the GForce Software Novation Bass Station

The GForce Software Novation Bass Station represents excellent craftsmanship in the Synth category.

Why Choose the GForce Software Novation Bass Station?

• •Authentic GForce Software craftsmanship and design
• •Versatile sound suitable for multiple musical genres
• •Professional build quality and reliable performance
• •Part of GForce Software's respected Synth lineup

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