Novation Circuit Rhythm
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The Circuit Rhythm is a seriously fun, accessible sampler and sequencer. It's perfect for beatmakers, producers, and live performers wanting a portable, hands-on groove machine – especially those who love chopping and manipulating samples on the fly. The workflow is genuinely inspiring, and it's a great way to get creative without getting bogged down in menus.
Product Description
- Novation Circuit Rhythm
- Sampler / Sequencer
- Eight sample tracks with 32 step patterns each
- Cascadable for up to 256 steps per track
- Functions: Slice
- reverse
- loop
- chromatic play
- Probability and pattern mutate functions
- Integrated effects: Lo-fi tape
- shutter
- reverb
- delay and compressor
- 32 velocity-sensitive RGB-illuminated pads
- 28 backlit tactile RGB buttons
- Two master filter controls with centre detent
- Samples and projects can be stored on microSD card (microSD card not included)
- Micro SD card slot
- Line inputs: 2 x 6.3 mm jack
- Line outputs: 2 x 6.3 mm jack
- MIDI In / Out / Thru
- Analogue sync output: 3.5 mm mini jack
- Stereo headphone output: 3.5 mm mini jack
- USB-C socket
- Dimensions: 240 x 45 x 210 mm
- Weight: 0.78 kg
PROS
- • Intuitive sequencing with cascading steps unlocks complex rhythms.
- • Velocity-sensitive pads offer expressive sample triggering and performance.
- • Compact size and lightweight design enable portable music creation.
- • Integrated effects add immediate character and sonic depth to samples.
CONS
- • MicroSD card requirement adds an unexpected cost and potential hassle.
- • Limited sample time per track restricts longer sample manipulation.
- • Lack of dedicated audio interface features limits recording capabilities.
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Key Features
Memory
Up to 1GB (approx. 1000 samples, depending on length)
Sample Time
12 seconds per track
Pads
32 RGB-illuminated, velocity-sensitive
Effects
Lo-fi tape, shutter, reverb, delay, compressor
Connections
2 x Line Inputs, 2 x Line Outputs, MIDI In/Out/Thru, Analogue Sync, Stereo Headphone Output, USB-C
Weight
0.78 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cascading links patterns together, allowing a single trigger to cycle through multiple steps across tracks, creating evolving and layered sequences – it’s surprisingly intuitive once you get the hang of it.
No, the Circuit Rhythm doesn't function as a full audio interface; it's designed for triggering and manipulating samples already on the device or microSD card.
While the pads are responsive and velocity-sensitive, their smaller size makes them more suited for rhythmic patterns and triggering samples; playing complex chords can feel cramped compared to a keyboard.
