Novation Xio 25 2-Octave Synthesizer and Audio USB MIDI Controller 25-Key Keyboard |

November 21st, 2009 |

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Novation Xio 25 2-Octave Synthesizer and Audio USB MIDI Controller 25-Key Keyboard

Manufacturer: Novation
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Product Description

Never before has a Novation synthesizer been so accessible! Stylish, compact, and affordable, the XioSynth offers a staggering amount of classic and cutting edge sounds, many from internationally acclaimed artists, along with a brand new X-Gator patch programmer and optional filter distortion. Furthermore, the XioSynth provides everything required for producing on the move, through its synth, audio interfacing, and MIDI controlling capabilities – all three in one keyboard. Includes Fantastic ‘Xpression' pad and pitch/mod joystick, both freely assignable in MIDI Controlling mode; allow 6 parameters to be tweaked at once! USB bus-powering is available, as well as optional battery (AA)/PSU operation, making the keyboard highly portable.

Product Details

Combines a flexible 25 key MIDI controller and Novation quality synthesizer
10-voice mono-timbral engine with multi-effects processor and 200 massive sounds
60 cool sounds from internationally-renowned artists and producers across a variety of musical genres
Ultra-low latency 2 In/2 Out audio interface for high quality recording and playback; includes 1 XLR input with phantom power
Unrivalled MIDI controller with a host of assignable controls, 16 onboard Templates and hybrid modes for simultaneous synthesizing/controlling

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Great as my first synthesizer

Review Date: December 25, 2009

Reviewer: N. Trought, Ft. Drum, NY

I purchased the Xio Synth 25 because of its Midi controller capabilities and its onboard sounds. What also made me want to purchase this was the fact it can be used as a mixer with its phantom powered XLR. I know I have not explored the full potential of this synthesizer with its editing features, etc, which is mainly due to me being new to synthesizers. I purchased Cubase Essentials 5, the Behringer UCA202 U-Control Audio Interface and the Behringer C-1 Studio Condenser Microphone to use with the Xio and everything works together great for my needs. The only downside I have personally experienced is that a few knobs have come off. There is one knob I don't remember ever being there and didn't realize it should have been a knob (you can still turn it) and another knob for a pan function came off. Looking at other reviews from other sites, this seems common. Overall, I would recommend it.