Description
Bass Station II is a paraphonic analogue synthesiser that comes packed with two flexible oscillators, an extra sub-oscillator, two filters, two LFOS, sequencing and arpeggiation, and more. You'll find it all wrapped in a compact, portable design, complete with 25 great-feeling, full-size keys with aftertouch.
Key Features
- Two analogue oscillators plus sub-oscillator
- Two gritty-sounding filters
- Overdrive, distortion, and more
- Flexible modulation
- Built-in sequencing and arpeggiator
- Incudes AFX and Paraphonic modes
A British icon reborn.
The original Bass Station, created by synth-design legend Chris Huggett, packed all the essential sounds of early-1990s dance floors into a portable keyboard that quickly became a cult classic. Bass Station II continues where it left off, retaining all of the gritty character while adding greater sonic flexibility and must-have modern features to the mix — along with a handful of unexpected tricks.
Go beyond bass.
Bass Station II builds on the monstrous low end of the original, adding everything the modern musician needs to chart new sonic territory — from searing leads to ambient pads, analogue drums, and out-there effects.
Powerful analogue oscillators
Bass Station II’s true-analogue signal path begins with two tuneable, syncable oscillators with four waveforms each, plus a sub-oscillator for even more low end and adjustable portamento. The two dedicated LFOs allow for modulation of other parameters via four waveforms of their own.
Filters, envelopes, and effects
Bass Station II features two distinct analogue filters: the state-variable Classic Filter and a separate low-pass Acid Filter, controlled via the extra-large cutoff knob. There's also a dedicated filter overdrive and oscillator filter mod control. The flexible envelope section makes it easy to shape your sounds, and an additional post-filter distortion supplies extra grit.
Arpeggiate and sequence
Perform notes, ties, rests, and rhythms in real time, then play them back with the step sequencer. Four separate sequences of up to 32 notes can be saved in Bass Station II and recalled later for use with any patch. There’s also an easy-to-use arpeggiator with dedicated controls to help shape your patterns and an additional swing function.
Made to be played
Bass Station II features 25 full-size, velocity-sensitive keys with a fast, synth-action mechanism, each with assignable aftertouch for modulating oscillator pitch, filter frequency, or LFO speed.
More than meets the eye.
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AFX Mode
Created in collaboration with Aphex Twin, AFX Mode gives every key a unique sound — ideal for drum kits, split layers, and inspiring sound design.Watch v4.14 demo -
Paraphonic Mode
Control the pitches of each oscillator separately and play two notes at a time with the v2.5 firmware update.Watch v2.5 demo -
Save and load patches
Bass Station II comes packed with inspiring patches to get you started plus plenty of space to save your own creations.Visit Components -
Connect to just about anything
Connect to all your existing software and MIDI-capable hardware via 5-pin MIDI, USB, external audio out, a dedicated headphone output, and more.
Artists agree.
Since its release, Bass Station II has become a firm favourite among artists of just about every genre. Pay close enough attention and you can hear it on records or spot it on stage with everyone from Aphex Twin to Bonobo, Bicep, and Orbital.
Included sound packs
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AFX patches
Released with the limited-edition AFX Station, this collection features 128 patches from Richard Devine, r beny, Lightbath, and more. -
Producer Pack
A compilation of unique analogue sound patches was created for us by world class synth producers from our eclectic artist and producer community. -
Artist Pack
An eclectic collection of basses, leads, and everything in between from some of our favourite Bass Station II artists. -
Sinevibes Pack
We gave Artemiy Pavlov, of boutique audio software maker Sinevibes, free rein to push Bass Station II’s sonic limits — here’s what he found. -
Silver Pack
Take a sonic tour of all the new features added in the v2.5 update, from paraphonic mode to envelope retriggering. -
Factory Pack
The classic collection pre-installed sounds is also available to download, should you want to revert back.
Pre-order the Swifty Edition
Don't miss this strictly limited-edition Bass Station II, designed in collaboration with Ian “Swifty” Swift.
Overview
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25 note synth-action keyboard
Aftertouch can be assigned to modulate filter frequency, LFO 1 to Osc pitch, Osc 2 speed
Pitch wheel
Modulation wheel can be assigned to LFO 2 to filter frequency, LFO 1 to Osc pitch, Osc 2 pitch
Octave up/ down buttons
64 factory presets
64 slots for user patches (and patch dump facility for storing more)
Master volume dial
Inputs and outputs
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USB 2 socket for MIDI (for connecting & powering Bass Station II via host computer)
Mono output on 1/4" TRS jack
Headphone output on 1/4" TRS jack
External input on 1/4" TRS jack
Sustain pedal input on 1/4" TS jack
MIDI IN / MIDI OUT ports on 5 pin din
DC power input
Switch between power off / DC powered / bus powered
Dimensions
- Width457mm
- Depth273mm
- Height76mm
Software compatibility
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Mac OS 10.12 Sierra
Mac OSX 10.11
Mac OSX 10.10
Mac OSX 10.9
Windows 10
Windows 8
Power requirements
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USB bus powered
9V DC power supply included
Maximum power consumption 9V DC 300mA
