Essential Information About the Novation Summit Synthesizer
- 2-part bi-timbral poly-synth: layer or split two independent patches for thick textures and effective stage splits.
- Hybrid synthesis: 3 New Oxford oscillators (NCO) per voice (virtual-analog, wavetable, FM) with an audio path featuring 100% analog filters and VCAs.
- Expressive playability: 61-key semi-weighted keyboard with velocity and aftertouch, Pitch/Mod wheels, and Animate controls for instant variations.
- Studio and live ready: arpeggiator, dedicated effects, stereo audio input, and comprehensive connectivity for easy integration into your setup.
From Peak to Summit: Novation's High-End Designed for the Stage
Derived from the sonic DNA of the Peak, the Novation Summit establishes itself as a flagship model focused on performance, with a more generous and autonomous keyboard format. Its
2-part multitimbral structure and
doubled analog filters per part position it as a reference choice for those seeking a modern, versatile synthesizer capable of sounding both precise and warm.
Who Is It For, and What Styles?
The Summit is aimed at
experienced keyboardists and producers (and discerning enthusiasts) who want an inspiring, immediate, and deep sound design instrument. It excels in
electro,
techno,
ambient,
synthwave,
pop, and pad creation for
film scoring, while remaining formidable for basses, expressive leads, and rhythmic sequences. In the studio, its modulation and effects speed up production; live, the Split/Layer, aftertouch, and front-panel controls make sound transitions and evolutions very natural.
Features and Innovations
At the heart of the Summit is hybrid synthesis: New Oxford digital oscillators controlled by FPGA, capable of covering virtual-analog,
wavetable, and
FM, followed by musical analog processing via
multimode filters and
analog VCAs. Polyphony reaches up to
16 voices, providing real comfort for chords, wide pads, and evolving sounds.
The performance aspect is central to the design:
Split and
Layer modes to combine two sonic worlds, a synchronizable arpeggiator for instant patterns, and
Animate buttons to trigger spectacular variations (filter movements, timbre changes, modulation accents) without leaving the keyboard. Integrated effects (reverb, delay, chorus) complete the chain, while per-voice
analog distortion adds grit, attack, and ideal presence in a mix. Finally, the
stereo audio input allows an external source to pass through the Summit's filters and effects, and the
CV-Mod input opens the door to more experimental controls.
Technical Specifications
Keyboard
- 61 semi-weighted keys, velocity and aftertouch
- Pitch and Modulation wheels
- Split and Layer modes
Synthesis and Voices
- Bi-timbral architecture (2 parts)
- Up to 16 voices of polyphony
- 3 New Oxford oscillators (NCO) per voice: subtractive, wavetable, FM
Filters and Amplification
- Doubled analog filters per part, multimode 12/24 dB
- Analog VCAs per voice
- 3 levels of analog distortion per voice
Effects
- Reverb, Delay, Chorus (FPGA engine)
- Integrated analog distortion
Connectivity
- Stereo audio input 2x 6.35 mm Jack (L/R)
- CV-Mod input 3.5 mm mini-Jack
- Main outputs 2x 6.35 mm Jack (L/R)
- Aux outputs 2x 6.35 mm Jack (L/R)
- Headphone output 6.35 mm stereo Jack
- 2 pedal inputs (Sustain, Expression)
- MIDI In/Out/Thru, USB port
Dimensions and Weight
- 998 x 302 x 71 mm
- Weight: 11 kg
Power Supply
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