Novation 49SL MKIII

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Controller Keyboard with Sequencer

49 Semi-weighted and velocity-sensitive keys with aftertouch
Pitch and modulation wheel
16 Velocity-sensitive and illuminated RGB drum pads
8 Endless rotary encoders
8 Faders
6 Buttons for transport control
16 Freely assignable buttons (x2 banks)
5 RGB TFT displays
Perfect integration with Ableton Live
Compatible with all DAWs via InControl or Mackie HUI
22 Tone scales
Integrated 8-track sequencer with real-time and step input
8 Patterns per track
64 Memory locations
Pattern chain function
Note quantization
Record automations of up to 8 parameters
Swing (20 - 80%)
Arpeggiator
Customisable templates to control hardware and software
Adjustable velocity curves
USB class compliant - no drivers required
2x 3.5 mm jack outputs each for CV (pitch), gate and modulation
Clock output 3.5 mm jack
6.3 mm jack inputs for sustain, expression and footswitch
MIDI In, Out, Out2 / Thru
USB port
Dimensions: 816.6 x 299.6 x 100 mm
Weight: 5.36 kg
Includes power supply (12V DC), USB cable, Ableton Live Lite, 4 GB Loopmasters Sounds, XLN Audio Addictive Keys

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Available since October 2018

Item number 450573

Sales Unit 1 piece(s)

Aftertouch Yes

Split Zones 0

Layer function No

Pitch Bend / Modulation Yes

Rotary Encoder 8

Fader 8

Pads 16

Display Yes

MIDI Interface 1x In, 2x Out

Sustain Pedal Connection Yes

USB-port Yes

Mains Operation Yes

Battery Operation No

Bus-Powered No

Dimensions 817 x 300 x 100

Weight in kg 5,4 kg

Special Features Sequencer; CV/Gate Outs

$495

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Great but could be better

Tillman-Jex 29.09.2019

As a workhorse midi keyboard and controller its great.
The keyboard feels very nice and all other hardware too except for the sliders, they feel a bit cheap.

The two problems I have are that the sequencer is really cumbersome to use. Really very much designed for people playing 4 beat loops that are locked 100% to the grid. With a bit of perseverance you can work it into an okay workflow, but overall its uninspiring and does not lend itself to live use at all. I really hope they improve it with some updates.

The other is the Novation Components sofware/web app. This is also an overly basic piece of software that does not match the price point of the keyboard at all. Really frustrated by this. Feels like somebody telling me to build a house of cards with one hand tied behind my back.

For those interested in the CV capabilities, I've found they work quite fine. The midi-cv clock conversion is rock solid and the pitch tracking works fine.

So in conclusion, if you're wanting a studio control hub it's great. If you're wanting a live performance tool, it's still one of the best options, but don't expect much from the sequencer.

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Nice master keyboard.

Lomber 22.03.2021

Key size great, knobs, buttons and pw/mw great, pads ok, size ideal.
Features, amazing (customizability in almost everything)
Handling in standalone great, otherwise... meh (I would prefer to be able to program it in standalone mode, their app is a drag).
Very happy with the purchase,
Thomann delivery as always in time, despite co-vid!

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SEEEMS 20.12.2021

really impressive product and high quality

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Best controller you can get.

Kamil Z. 10.05.2019

The best quality of Keys i have ever played on. The Sequencer and Arpeggiator onboard are excellent. Build quality as expected from Novation is excellent. A must in the studio !

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