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Basic data
Name
Novation MiniNova
Category
6) Digital / hybrid and special synthesizers
Type
COMPACT_SYNTHESIZER
Specimen
A
Inventory tag
HW-2024-SY-MNOVA-001
Condition
OK
Physical parameters
Dimensions (mm)
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Dimensions (inch)
—
Weight
—
Format
—
Material
—
Manufacturing (Period)
—
Manufacturer
—
Power
Voltage
USB bus power + 4 × AA battery
Current (typical)
0.5 A USB
Current (max)
1.5 A
Polarity
N/A
Connector
USB Type-B + Battery
AC/DC
USB / DC
Internal/External
Internal
Note
Dual power: USB or battery. Weight ~ 1.2 kg without batteries.
Warning: Check the polarity of the source before connecting! Improper power supply will damage the device.
Firmware and serial number
Serial number
Not stated
FW version (current)
Not stated
Check date
2026-03-03
Previous version
N/A
Bootloader
Not stated
Update Link
Backup File
Not stated
Quick Summary
Compact Novation synth with 25 keys, polyphony, MIDI, USB control.
Product Description
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Features and functions
- 25 dynamic keys with velocities - expressive playing
- Polyphonia - 6 votes simultaneously - full chord
- Supersaw engine - oscillator without limit - as Prophet VS
- Novation synthwave synth - characteristic sound 80s / 90s electronics
- Integrated Effects - Delay, Reverb, Chorus - built-in DSP
- 8-line LCD display - check menu and parameters
- 8 × rotary encoders - intuitive sound design
- USB MIDI - compatible class - plug & play on Mac / Windows
- DIN 5-pin MIDI IN / OUT - legacy synth integration
- USB audio I / O - possibility to upload directly to DAW
- Stereo outputs - 6.3 mm TRS - desk monitoring
- Headphone output - personal monitoring without blender
- Battery or USB power supply - portable + table modes
- Vintage design - original look from 2008
- 128 + Preset - rich library of sound on the link
Primary I/O (quick orientation)
| Domain | Inputs | Outputs | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIDI | USB MIDI, DIN 5-pin MIDI IN | USB MIDI, DIN 5-pin MIDI OUT | |
| Audio | Stereo IN (6.3 mm jack) | Stereo OUT (6.3 mm jack) + Headphones (3.5 mm stereo) | Output impedance 100 Calculation |
Controls
FRONT / TOP (user control)
- 25 dynamic keys with velocities
- 8-line LCD display
- 8 × rotary encoders
- 4 × soft buttons
- Master volume knob
- Mod wheel + Pitch bend
- Power switch + LED
Service / hidden elements
- (None)
Connectors and connections
Connector matrix
| Interfaces | IN | OUT | Spec / note |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIDI | USB MIDI, DIN 5-pin MIDI IN | USB MIDI, DIN 5-pin MIDI OUT | |
| Audio | Stereo IN (6.3 mm jack) | Stereo OUT (6.3 mm jack) + Headphones (3.5 mm stereo) | Output impedance 100 Calculation |
Latency and jitter
Clock sources
Internal, USB MIDI, External MIDI
Clock IN/OUT format
MIDI clock (24 PPQ)
Typical latency
< 5 ms (USB mode)
Jitter spec
Type. < 100 ppm
Buffer support
1024 units (USB)
Impedance and signal levels
Line Level (dBu)
-10 dBV
Mic In level
—
Output Impedance
100 Calculation of the total number of units
Input Impedance
10 kCalculation
THD
< 0.5%
Frequency Range
20 Hz — 20 kHz
Other Specifications (from metadata.specifications)
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| No other specifications | |
Additional technical details
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| No additional technical details | |
Typical routing
- Controller + synth: USB MIDI communitation with DAW + Synth work
• Connect USB to your computer
• Set MiniNova as master of the MIDI device
• Play keys → check DAW instruments OR engine
• Set programs via encoders
Connection instructions: The examples below show typical signal flows in practice. For specific details (jitter, buffering), see section above.
SW / drivers
| Component | Windows | macOS | Linux | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No specific driver data; use the Documentation/Links section. | ||||
Custom firmware details
Author
—
FW family
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Custom FW targets
- No explicit custom FW targets in metadata.
Custom CC mapping
| CC | Meaning |
|---|---|
| No custom CC mapping. | |
Custom FW global settings
| Settings | Meaning |
|---|---|
| No custom global settings. | |
Custom FW extended menu
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| No extended menu details. | |
Documentation and manuals
- midi
Manufacturer / Links
- Official site of manufacturer
- eBay - search for Novation MiniNova
- Aukro.cz - search Novation MiniNova
- MusicyBazar.cz - Search Novation MiniNova
- MIDI.cz - search for Novation Minionova
- Kytary.cz - search for Novation MiniNova
- Heureka.cz - search for Novation MiniNova
- Gear4music.cz - search for Novation MiniNova
- Muziker.cz - search Novation MiniNova
Service log
| Date | Event | Who | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-03 | Initial inventory | Studio tech | Added to inventory |
Presets / User banks
Storage type
—
Number of banks
500 programs (50 banks × 10)
Current bank
1
Backup File
Not stated
Export format
MIDI SysEx dump
Note
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Notes / service / modifications
- High-quality mobile synth keyboard. USB MIDI and battery make it portabile. The keys are sensitive.