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Roaring Bass, Smooth Rhythms
The LIVEN BASS&BEATS is a groove box combined with Wavetable Bass Synthesizer and Rhythm Machine.Unleash our wavetable engine to create thick basslines that fit into all genres. Combine wavetable modulation and our rich resonant filter to create satisfying growls and wobbles.
The Rhythm Machine is equipped with over 350 high-quality rhythm sounds carefully selected for modern dance music.
Lightweight, Battery-Powered and Built-in Speaker. With all these powerful features, weighing under 2 Lb. You can jam anytime, anywhere!
Bass Synthesizer feature
Wavetable Synth Engine
Unleash our wavetable engine to create thick basslines that fit into all genres.
Combine wavetable modulation and our rich resonant filter to create satisfying growls and wobbles.
Synth Engine Basic Configuration
The bass synth engine includes:
- Two independent Wavetable oscillators with the 64 available wavetables.
- One sub-oscillator
- One noise generator which can create 16 different noise types.
Add even more flavor to your basslines with the built-in LFO, envelope generator, unison control, multi-mode filter, and distortion effects.
Also, your own wavetables can be imported!
Two Performance Knobs Can Be Mapped to Many Parameters at Once
Two ASSIGN knobs are provided for complex multi-parameter control.
Our “ASSIGN” knobs allow you to map many parameters to a single knob to create powerful effects which transform or mangle your sound with a single twist.
All preset patches include these “ASSIGN” knobs pre-programmed and ready for sonic exploration.
The “ASSIGN” knobs can also be parameter locked to create automated changes to multiple parameters over time.
Advanced Bass Shaping Tools
The DIMENSION knob increases the stereo width of the bass synth without losing clarity or richness.
The M.Gun effect uses a rapid tremolo to add glitchy grit.
Rhythm Machine feature
A Library of Rhythm Sounds Specialized for Electronic Dance Music
The LIVEN BASS&BEATS is loaded with 350 high-quality rhythm sounds carefully selected for modern and timeless compositions.
The library of drum sounds also include risers and tension releases SFX which are useful tools when transitioning to new sections of your compositions.
Ready-To-Go Preset Drum Kits
The drum sounds are organized into well balanced kits for specific genres such as:
DUBSTEP, HOUCE, HIPHOP, TRAP, TECHNO, EDM, R&B, DOWNTEMPO, CHILL TRANCE, DRUM'N'BASS, JUNGLE, FUTURE BASS, ELECTRO, ELECTRONICA, IDM, DISCO, BREAK BEATS, etc.
You can also mix and match sounds from the drum library to create your own custom kits.
Quick control of volume, decay and tune for KICK, SNARE, and HAT
The eight knobs allow quick control of volume/decay/tune of Kick, Snare, Hi-hats, etc.
Quick Muting and Un-Muting for Each Drum Sound
Each rhythm track consists of 16 individual drum sounds. Each sound can be individually muted and unmuted with a single button press. This allows users to introduce drum elements on-the-fly to build energy and create unique breakdowns.
Features
Side-Chain Compressor
The LIVEN BASS&BEATS has built-in sidechain compression function that ducks the volume of the bass and the line-in audio. The amount of this effect is variable so you can dial it in to taste or turn it off when it is not needed.
Dedicated Mixer Controls
Dedicated controls for balancing the levels of you bass, drums, and line input.
These knobs can be used to create an overall volume balance, or they can be used to create drops and breakdowns during live performances.
Explore Beyond the Preset Sounds With the Edit Mode Overlay
Build your own sounds from scratch or modify the presets. Every parameter is accessible when the edit mode active. Slip on the overlay and enter a whole new world of sound design.
Deep Modulation for Bass Synth
Almost all of the internal parameters of this device can be targets for modulation. The LFO, Envelope Generator, and ASSIGN knobs provide a wide range of ways to modulate every aspect of your sound.
Bass Track and Rhythm Tracks with 64-Step Sequencer
- Separate tracks for bass and rhythm keeps the sequencer organized an uncluttered.
- Sequence up to 64 steps per pattern.
- Save up to 128 patterns.
- The parameter locking function allows you to record knob changes into your patterns. This automation function can be recorded live, or programmed in step by step.
- Sub-divide the tempo down to 32nd notes for higher resolution sequencing.
- Sequence longer notes across several steps, AKA Tied Notes.
Features for Live Performance
- Sequencer Effects - Three sequencer effects you can use to turn your sequence into a performance. RANDOM, which jumps steps randomly. STUTTER, which plays only the step you are pressing. DICE, which allows you to control the trigger probability of each step.
- Chain Playback - Link together multiple patterns using the CHAIN function to create longer uninterrupted sequences
- 3-way Note Input - Program notes step by step or record them in real time. Additionally, you can also input notes to specific steps while the sequencer is playing to add variation when you’re jamming or performing live.
Additional Features
- SWEEP: A rare feature usually only available in vintage sound chips, The SWEEP function causes the pitch to rise or fall independently for each note with adjustable speed and smoothness.
- REVERB: Reverb effects are included. The amount of reverb can be independently controlled for drums, bass, and external inputs.
- LEGATO: Switchable legato and mono modes for bendy acid basslines or consistent synthwave style attack envelopes.
- GLIDE TIME: The GLIDE time parameter controls how quickly to pitch bends as new notes are pressed.
What is the LIVEN Series?
LIVEN synthesizers share a common hardware platform. This platform features responsive hands-on controls which are optimized for jamming and live performance.
16 physical knobs provide intuitive access to all parameters. No cumbersome menu diving.
The knobs and buttons are placed ergonomically, so that controls can be easily accessed with two hands.
The LIVEN does not have tiny cluttered controls.
Dedicated physical sequencer buttons allow the user to make musical changes on the fly.
Unlike other portable synthesizers, the LIVEN series has separate keyboard and sequencer buttons which makes note entry much easier.
Dimensions
Dimensions : 11.7 (W) x 6.92 (D) x 1.89 (H) inches
Weight: 1.74lb.
- Power supply: AA batteries x 6, or DC9V output AC adapter (over 1A, EIAJ3 standard 1.7mm inner diameter, 4.75mm outer diameter, center + )
- The AC adapter is not included.
Specifications
- Bass Synth Engine: Wavetable OSC/Sub OSC/Noise, Monophonic
- Rhythm Engine: PCM (Rhythm sounds: 350+, SE/SFX sounds: 100+)
- Max. number of simultaneous sounds: 6 voices in total
- Mixer: Volume and Reverb send adjustment for bass, drums and external input
- Effects: Hall, Room, Mono Reverb, Chorus, Flanger, Delay, Bit Crusher, Distortion, High Pass Filter, Low Pass Filter, Isolator, Tilt EQ
- Sound memory: Bass patch 128, Drums kit 128
- Sequencer: Bass track + Rhythm tracks, Up to 64 steps, 128 patterns, Swing
- Input/output jacks: MIDI IN/OUT, SYNC IN/OUT (3.5 mm mini jack), LINE IN/OUT (3.5 mm stereo mini jack), headphone out (3.5 mm stereo mini jack)
Oliver H.
Reviewed in Germany on January 10, 2025
Sehr guter und umfangreiches Gerät zum fairen Preis, für Einsteiger eine nette Spielerei!
DDcZ4
Reviewed in Japan on June 9, 2024
WAVETABLE GROOVEBOX,ハードウェアでWAVETABLE音源というのが最高,RANDOM機能もかなり良いです。リミックスがすぐ出来る。
Simon C
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 3, 2024
After watching various videos how to use,store,program I was still baffled...I own various synths but this was not very good.I tried for about 4/5 hours and gave up..and returned.If you want something like this you may be better getting a Roland jd-xi a lot more easier to sequence and better sounds.
nick
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2024
Once you get an idea of what you’re doing with this device. You’ll spend many enjoyable hours just fiddling with all the features, capabilities and sounds. The sound quality is amazing. As with any liven you have a good amount of space for tracks and sequences. So it is super easy to just take this and make a whole track without touching another device.
Peach
Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2024
Unfortunately this rhythm/bass machine looked great on paper and I was really looking forward to putting it in my music production arsenal. Long story short, it was one of the most overly complicated, confusing and frustrating pieces of gear I have EVER purchased! Sorry… Why these design engineers made it so user unfriendly I can’t imagine. I’m sorry to say I had to return it.
Customer
Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2023
Many sounds available
Pat Holmes
Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2023
This machine is the most convoluted, disorganized, difficult to play drum machine I’ve ever come across. Don’t bother with the online only instruction manual it’s useless in providing any sort of guidance on how to operate the 9 billion settings and parameters. It’s literally going to take me a couple of months to figure out how to create a beat on this thing, not to mention the build of this machine feels like a fisher-price toy and upon turning it on and touching the confusing buttons I’ve already noticed the paint coming off the rubber buttons. I’ve had it two days! If you want a rubick’s cube of a fisher-price level beat machine this is right up your alley, if not stick to the pros like Roland, Moog, or Korg.
J. Hagan
Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2022
This is the first non-Korg Volca hardware I've purchased in recent years and I'm absolutely blown away at the versatility of this little unit. The sounds are much more complex than you'd expect out of a $240 portable drum machine/bass synth unit. It does MIDI, it'll sync with a volca, or 'audio sync'. I can't stress how much the portability factors into why I love this thing. You find yourself carrying it around the house just making beats or planning arrangements. I was so impressed with the B&B that I went ahead and ordered the XFM and Lofi-12 as well. The built in speaker does a sufficient job for its size. Not overly tinny. Solid keys, and while hollow feeling, it feels sturdy where it counts. And on that note...Attention circuit benders/modders:The keyboard PCB and logic/interface boards are in a stack barely 22mm thick. Everything but the battery box is on the one panel.The case is a 'bathtub' style. Aside from the 110x50x20mm 6x AA battery box, the rest of the 300x175x35mm case is empty. You could add a USB-C charging port and lipo cell that could power the thing for days. You could add a 20W amp and better speaker. Make a patch bay on the back for circuit behind maybe? You could probably 3D print a thinner/different color bathtub case too...TL;DR - There's plenty of room for activities. If you're into that sort of thing.It's a blast to use and has a mostly straight forward workflow. 'I'm LIVEN it'... lol, had to.
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