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Windows
MiniNova 1.5 - Windows
Release notes
  • Added 64-bit version of Mac VST editor
  • Install plug-in resources for 64-bit only installs on Windows
  • Upgraded Novation USB driver to 2.11
  • Improved code signing of Windows Installer

Updated firmware from 1157 to 1169

  • Fixed an issue where assigning the filter envelope 'enable' option to animate pads 2-8 would not work
  • Fixed recall of Animate pad 8 states on patch load
  • Made it easier to reach top values for Tweak Knobs as they weren't reaching 127
  • Pitch wheel not centring bug fixed
  • Fixed issue where firmware updater might have crashed after update

 

MiniNova 1.4 - Windows
Release notes

This software package includes the latest Novation USB driver, MiniNova editor and MiniNova librarian.

Updates firmware to 1157.

New features:

  • Added sets of favourites using the FAVORITES + Patch Inc / Dec buttons, Sets A, B, C, D added.
  • When the unit is set to Internal Clock, the unit will output F8 MIDI clocks based on the tempo. This can be turned off by setting the unit to Auto Clock Source.

Fixes:

  • Improved reliability of firmware update process.
  • Fixed Gator issues and compatibility with the editor.
  • Editor LCD element turns on when the MiniNova Editor is active.
  • MIDI clock lock-on speed and stability improved.
  • Arp correctly syncs to a MIDI clock.
  • The velocity curve global setting is now correctly loaded at bootup.
  • Pitch and Mod wheels no longer affect the sound when the unit is in Local Off Mode.
  • Added ability to change Vocoder Spectrum values (NPRN High = 6, Low = 0->31, Value = 0->127).
  • Added ability to perform a sample (Freeze) of current Vocoder Spectrum (NPRN High = 6, Low = 32, Value = 1).
  • Fixed some broken VocalTune Pitch/PitchBend parameters.
  • Fixed bug where Patch B127 cannot be saved to Favourite Slot 1.
  • Increased maximum Arp Octaves from 4 to 8.
  • Arp Gate can now affect built-in UltraNova Arp Patterns.
  • Help text is now shown for tweak knobs when in demo mode.
  • When in auto mode, tempo now freewheels until the next internal tempo is set (or a new external clock appears).
  • Added chord note NRPN messages (NRPN High = 7, Low = 0->9 when received from unit, 16->25 when transmitted to unit).
  • Now responds to MIDI Keyboard Octave Message (CC 13).
  • Improvements to arp logic.

Editor improvements:

  • Mininova Editor is now listed in Digital Performer 8.
  • Vocoder and VocalTune effects tabs now work correctly.
  • Moved Vocoder Source control to Vocoder tab.
  • Improved behaviour of the Arpeggiator and Animate buttons.
  • Fixed erroneous "Patch changed!" warnings.
  • Fixed Editor automation in Studio One.
  • Optimised parameter flow and speeded up patch changes.
  • Increased maximum Arp Octaves from 4 to 8.
  • Gator Rate Sync parameter now limited to a range of 19 (8 beats).
  • Clicking a parameter now shows the current value.
  • Cubase: VST automation recorded from MiniNova hardware is now read correctly.

Librarian improvements:

  • Fix for crash on Windows when the user selects the Import Sysex menu option in the List View when no patch is selected.
Windows
Novation USB Driver 2.27
For Windows 11 and Windows 10 (build 1803 and later)
Mac
MiniNova 1.5 - Mac
Release notes
  • Added 64-bit version of Mac VST editor
  • Install plug-in resources for 64-bit only installs on Windows
  • Upgraded Novation USB driver to 2.11
  • Improved code signing of Windows Installer

Updated firmware from 1157 to 1169

  • Fixed an issue where assigning the filter envelope 'enable' option to animate pads 2-8 would not work
  • Fixed recall of Animate pad 8 states on patch load
  • Made it easier to reach top values for Tweak Knobs as they weren't reaching 127
  • Pitch wheel not centring bug fixed
  • Fixed issue where firmware updater might have crashed after update
MiniNova 1.4 - Mac
Release notes

This software package includes the latest Novation USB driver, MiniNova editor and MiniNova librarian.

Updates firmware to 1157.

New features:

  • Added sets of favourites using the FAVORITES + Patch Inc / Dec buttons, Sets A, B, C, D added.
  • When the unit is set to Internal Clock, the unit will output F8 MIDI clocks based on the tempo. This can be turned off by setting the unit to Auto Clock Source.

Fixes:

  • Improved reliability of firmware update process.
  • Fixed Gator issues and compatibility with the editor.
  • Editor LCD element turns on when the MiniNova Editor is active.
  • MIDI clock lock-on speed and stability improved.
  • Arp correctly syncs to a MIDI clock.
  • The velocity curve global setting is now correctly loaded at bootup.
  • Pitch and Mod wheels no longer affect the sound when the unit is in Local Off Mode.
  • Added ability to change Vocoder Spectrum values (NPRN High = 6, Low = 0->31, Value = 0->127).
  • Added ability to perform a sample (Freeze) of current Vocoder Spectrum (NPRN High = 6, Low = 32, Value = 1).
  • Fixed some broken VocalTune Pitch/PitchBend parameters.
  • Fixed bug where Patch B127 cannot be saved to Favourite Slot 1.
  • Increased maximum Arp Octaves from 4 to 8.
  • Arp Gate can now affect built-in UltraNova Arp Patterns.
  • Help text is now shown for tweak knobs when in demo mode.
  • When in auto mode, tempo now freewheels until the next internal tempo is set (or a new external clock appears).
  • Added chord note NRPN messages (NRPN High = 7, Low = 0->9 when received from unit, 16->25 when transmitted to unit).
  • Now responds to MIDI Keyboard Octave Message (CC 13).
  • Improvements to arp logic.

Editor improvements:

  • Mininova Editor is now listed in Digital Performer 8.
  • Vocoder and VocalTune effects tabs now work correctly.
  • Moved Vocoder Source control to Vocoder tab.
  • Improved behaviour of the Arpeggiator and Animate buttons.
  • Fixed erroneous "Patch changed!" warnings.
  • Fixed Editor automation in Studio One.
  • Optimised parameter flow and speeded up patch changes.
  • Increased maximum Arp Octaves from 4 to 8.
  • Gator Rate Sync parameter now limited to a range of 19 (8 beats).
  • Clicking a parameter now shows the current value.
  • Cubase: VST automation recorded from MiniNova hardware is now read correctly.

Librarian improvements:

  • Fix for crash on Windows when the user selects the Import Sysex menu option in the List View when no patch is selected.
Mac
Novation USB Driver 3.1 - Mac
Release notes

This installer includes the latest version of the Novation USB 1.1 driver for MAC.

Driver 3.1 adds support for macOS 10.15, works on macOS 10.13 or later

Novation USB Driver 2.7 - Mac
Release notes

This installer includes the Novation USB 1.1 driver for MAC.

MoroderNova Patches for MiniNova
Windows
Novation USB Driver 2.22 - Windows
For Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 10 builds earlier than 1803
Release notes

Driver for Windows 7 and higher.

  • Fixes an issue that could cause a crash when multiple Novation devices were connected to the same system and then disconnected.

Documentation

MiniNova User Guide v1.01 English - EN
MiniNova 用户指南 中文(简体) - ZH
MiniNova Benutzerhandbuch Deutsche - DE
MiniNova Guía del usuario Guía del usuario - ES
MiniNova Mode d'emploi Français - FR
MiniNova ユーザーガイド 日本語 - JA
MiniNova MIDI Implementation Guide
MiniNova CC & NRPN Chart

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