Electronic and dance music producers looking for a powerful, all-in-one groove box will be thrilled with the Novation Circuit Tracks, a compact and portable groove box that builds upon the success of the original Circuit and is designed to be used in the studio or on the go for professional producers and DJs. The machine offers two polyphonic digital synth engines, four sample-based drum tracks, and two MIDI tracks for sequencing and controlling external instruments.

Circuit Tracks uses Components, a standalone software editor, which provides deep access to the instrument's synthesizer engines, sample organization, macro controls, and more. You can load up to 600 samples, plus thousands of synth patches and projects form the included SD card. Circuit Tracks is USB class compliant and will work with any modern Mac or Windows computer.

A 4x8 grid of velocity-sensitive (RGB) sequencer pads are used to program the advanced, built-in 32-step sequencer, which offers real-time and step-input recording, as well as time and key lock to ensure all your sounds lock to tempo and blend harmonically. The 8 synth macro encoders allow you to record and playback multiple synth parameter tweaks in real time. Combine up to 256 steps of synth and drum patterns to complete full songs. The onboard reverb and delay add space and dimension to your creations, while the integrated master compressor with side-chain capabilities allows your sonic creations to pump and breathe.

The rear panel provides a panoply of connections including 5-pin DIN MIDI input, output, and thru connectors, as well as sync for connecting to analog equipment. Two 1/4" inputs allow you to route outboard audio through the Circuit Tracks for mixing and further processing, while two 1/4" outputs connect to your playback system or studio monitors. A 3.5mm headphone output is also included. The Circuit Tracks can be powered via USB or from the built-in rechargeable battery for true wireless operation anywhere. A USB Type-C cable and USB power supply are provided.

For Electronic and Dance Music Producers    2-Part Polyphonic Engine + 2 MIDI Tracks    4-Part Sample-Based Drum Machine    Updated Sample Time: 196.6 Seconds    4x8 Grid of RGB Sequencer Pads    Real-Time or 32-Step Sequencer Recording    8 Macro Encoders for Tweaking Sounds    Programmable Reverb and Delay    Built-In Rechargeable Battery

• The Circuit Tracks offers more than 3 times the sample memory of the original release. You get now 196.6 seconds per pack—more than 3 minutes—giving you more freedom to find your groove.

• Two synth tracks, two MIDI tracks, and four drum tracks: Everything you need to create and perform music.

• Lose yourself in a hands-on production workflow. Let your creativity thrive.

• 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.

• Expand your sonic capabilities with two refined polyphonic digital synth tracks. Load your own samples and shape them to perfection across four drums tracks.

• Pilot your studio with two dedicated MIDI tracks, capable of sending notes and CC automation.

• Douse synths, drums, and incoming audio in lush reverb and delay, make your mix pump with the side-chain and punch with the master compressor.

• Connect to your studio with full-size five-pin MIDI in, out, and thru, and analog sync out. Mix and apply effects to two audio inputs, and listen through stereo out or with headphones.

• Insert a microSD card to save thousands of synth patches, samples, and projects.

• The built-in rechargeable battery provides up to four hours of battery life, so you can make beats on the move.

• Novation Components is the online companion that lets you delve into the synth engine, load samples, and back up projects.

• Circuit Tracks is class compliant, so it will work with any modern Mac or Windows computer.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this version come with the width extenders like the clamped version does? This adds 2" to the width if installed.

A: Width extenders are included.

Q: 2. Can you buy extra tracks for this dolly?

A: At this time, the tracks are only sold with the dolly in the kit as per the manufacturer. http://www.eimagevideo.com/En/pro_detail/tid/10/id/85

Q: 3. Does it take a standard or universal sustain pedal?

A: It will take many brands of sustain pedal. The one that seems to be the best one for the Casio WK-7600 is the M-Audio SP-2 Universal Keyboard Sustain Pedal. We have it at B&H and the part number is B&H # MASP2. I have attached a photo of the pedal for you.

Q: 4. Is it possible to purchase more tracks to add on to this kit?

A: no unfortunately E*image doe not sell additional track for this system

Q: 5. Can I connect to an audio mixer from the groove's headphone output? And will it maintain the high quality sound?

A: Yes you can although it is an 8th inch stereo out, however it sounds fantastic and functions fine as a line level out. So if the 8th inch connector doesn't bother you go for it.

Q: 6. Is there a limit to the number of discs that should be created per session or per year? How long should the machine be expected to last?

A: The manufacturer does not indicate any kind of duty cycle for the duplicator. The lifespan of the machine would vary and is not possible to gauge how long it would last.

Q: 7. Can the MPC X stream multiple tracks via USB into Ableton?

A: This is a stand-alone music producton workstation, but you can record into the MPC 2.0 software, and then exporting the files individually into Ableton.

Q: 8. Is this device compatible with cinematography or is it designed for still photography? Is the motion continuous and fluid?

A: The TREXO Standalone Pan/Tilt Module IS designed for cinematography, but for time-lapse, stop motion, and turntable modes and not necessarily smooth pans for videos.

Q: 9. Can I use a Sachtler Flowtech 75 on this dolly?

A: Yes, you can use the Sachtler Flowtech 75 with the E-Image Portable Camera Dolly with Tracks.

Q: 10. Can it hold a MPC 2500 limited edition(akai)???the weight of it?or what's the max weight it can hold,review says it can hold drum machine,but costumer reviews or all based on laptops,that's why im asking?

A: This is strong enough to hold quite a bit of weight, I could put a JP8000 (17 lbs) on it, or a Desktop PC. I would say probably up to 25 with no worries.