CircuitStation includes 64 synth patches created with specific games and consoles in mind, plus 64 samples covering everything from pitched game sounds used as drums to system startup sounds and character audio. It is a comprehensive toolkit designed for video game-themed music production.
CIrcuitStation by Mike Davis
YOUR VIDEO GAME MUSIC CREATION TOOL IN A BOX!
Bleeps and bloops, long dark pads, arpeggiated 8 bit tones, a lot of classic sounds and grooves you will recognize from your favorite games and consoles While Chiptunes were an inspiration for this pack, and are often used in videogames...this is not a chiptune pack. This is a tool to be used in the creation of all music with videogames as a theme. Whether it be the soothing sounds of the mushroom kingdom you're trying to accomplish, the pumping bass of a sonic water level, or the lush dark tones of a final fantasy boss fight, CircuitStation has you coveredCIrcuitStation by Mike Davis
YOUR VIDEO GAME MUSIC CREATION TOOL IN A BOX!
Bleeps and bloops, long dark pads, arpeggiated 8 bit tones, a lot of classic sounds and grooves you will recognize from your favorite games and consoles While Chiptunes were an inspiration for this pack, and are often used in videogames...this is not a chiptune pack. This is a tool to be used in the creation of all music with videogames as a theme. Whether it be the soothing sounds of the mushroom kingdom you're trying to accomplish, the pumping bass of a sonic water level, or the lush dark tones of a final fantasy boss fight, CircuitStation has you coveredAdditional information
| Synth Compatibility | Novation Circuit Original, Novation Circuit Tracks |
|---|---|
| Min. Requirements | Novations Components Software |
| OS | Mac, Windows |
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CIrcuitStation by Mike Davis
Introducing CircuitStation, your video game music creation tool in a box.
Videogames and music have always gone hand in hand and CircuitStation was made with the love of sounds from videogames in mind.
Bleeps and bloops, long dark pads, arpeggiated 8 bit tones, a lot of classic tones you will recognize from your favorite games
While Chiptunes were an inspiration for this pack, and are often used in videogames…this is not a chiptune pack. This is a tool to be used in the creation of all music with videogames as a theme.
CIRCUIT STATION CONTENTS
- 64 synth patches all created with various games in mind, and sounds or songs that could possibly be created in that game.
- 64 samples ranging from sounds from games pitched into drums, to actual game samples, system startup sounds, and character sounds, there’s something that will hit everyone’s nostalgia meter.
- 8 bit organs, arpeggiators, vibrant leads, and dark bass tones that sound like they were pulled directly from your favorite console
- Macros are uniform across most patches, and all are made for movement and performance, whether that be a live set, while jamming, or in the midst of a recorded track
Whether it be the soothing sounds of the mushroom kingdom you’re trying to accomplish, the pumping bass of a sonic water level, or the lush dark tones of a final fantasy boss fight, CircuitStation has you covered
Frequently Asked Questions
Not strictly, no. Chiptunes were a major inspiration, but CircuitStation is broader than that. It is designed as a full music creation tool for any genre where video game aesthetics and themes play a role, from lo-fi and electronic to cinematic and beyond.
You will need Ableton Live to make full use of the synth patches, as the content is built around Live’s native instruments and workflow. The samples can be used in any DAW that supports standard audio file formats.
Expect bleeps and bloops, arpeggiated 8-bit tones, long dark pads, classic console-style grooves, and a wide range of tones that will feel familiar to anyone who grew up playing video games. Each patch was created with a specific game or console sound world in mind.
Absolutely. While the sounds are rooted in video game culture, they work brilliantly across electronic, hip-hop, lo-fi, synthwave, and cinematic production. If you want retro-flavoured textures or unique drum sounds, there is plenty here to work with.
Once downloaded, simply drag the pack contents into your Ableton Live library or load the patches and samples directly from your file browser. Full installation instructions are included with the download.
It is accessible enough for beginners who want ready-to-use patches and samples, but experienced producers will appreciate the depth and versatility of the content. Whether you are building a full track or just need a distinctive sound, CircuitStation has you covered.
Important Information
V1.0.0 – Initial Release – October 2021
Our Products are generally provided as Zip file downloads which in all cases will need to be extracted and saved to your hard drive prior to installation. Details on the different file type provided and what to do with them are below.
Novation Original Circuit Packs – These are provided as individual Sysex Files and as a complete bank file indicated by the .circuitpack file type
Novation Circuit Tracks Packs – as above but indicated as a .circutitrackspack file type
Novation Circuit Rhythm Packs – as above but indicated as a .circuitrhythmpack file type
All are to be installed using Novations Components
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