
Novation Circuit Tracks Groove Box Synth Drums Bundle
Standalone groove box with two synth tracks, four drum tracks, and a hands-on 256-step sequencer.
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Overview
Key Features
Acclaimed, hands-on sequencer: Create 32-step patterns, chainable for up to 256 steps sequences per track. Go off-grid with microtiming, and keep your music evolving with probability and pattern mutate.
FX on everything: Douse synths, drums, and incoming audio in lush reverb and delay, make your mix pump with sidechain, and punch with the master compressor.
Comprehensive connectivity: Connect to your studio with full-size five-pin MIDI in, out, and thru, and analogue sync out. Mix and apply effects to two audio inputs and listen through stereo out or with headphones.
Go further with Components: Novation Components is the online companion that lets you delve into the synth engine, load samples and backup projects.
Sound Collective: Register your Circuit Tracks today to get access to free plugins and content with Novation Sound Collective.
Specifications
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Fully standalone operation with synths, drums, and sequencing means no computer is needed to make music.
- Comprehensive MIDI connectivity with five-pin in, out, and thru makes it a capable hub for external hardware.
- Probability and pattern mutate features keep sequences evolving without manual intervention.
- Built-in effects including reverb, delay, sidechain, and master compressor apply to all tracks and audio inputs.
- Velocity-sensitive RGB pads provide visual and tactile feedback during performance and programming.
👎 Cons
- Two synth tracks and four drum tracks may feel limiting for complex arrangements without chaining external gear.
- Sample loading and deep synth editing require the separate Components software rather than being accessible on the hardware itself.
- No built-in speaker means headphones or an external audio system are always required for monitoring.
- The 4x8 grid format has a learning curve for users accustomed to traditional keyboard or pad-based workflows.