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Get the Novation 49 Sl Mkii Usb Midi Controller Keyboard 49 Keys. This sought after item is currently available. For this reasonable price, the Novation 49 Sl Mkii Usb Midi Controller Keyboard 49 Keys is widely respected and is a regular choice for most people. With so many available recently, it is great to have a name you can recognise. The item is certainly that and will be a superb purchase. The manufacturer have included some great touches and this results in great value for money. You can believe this review, i hope you can try to buy this product if you want know this product. I found it strange and unfair that this item didn't have a single review despite being bought so often. So I'm going to think that you guys are just being plain lazy :D.
On to business, this midi controller is awesome in many ways. Let's start with how its built. I've heard some people say it is cheaply built, but I found it perfect and I love the layout of the controllers. The knobs light up according to the parameters you set, which comes very handy in live performances, DJing and well, in general. The keys are as they described it, semi-weighted, and I found them so comfortable to play. The touch-sensitive controllers are a plus, and the LCD screen gives me a clear view of what's going on. The pitch/mod wheel is cool, I personally like this one instead of the two wheels, but that's just me.
So now let's go into the Automap feature. At first, I was like what is all this, but it turns out it is so simple to use. Unpack, install the automap CD (note that it will always tell you to download the latest version), plug in, open the DAW, and update OS. That's it, you are done and running with Automap. While I cannot say it is "perfect", it saves a lot of time. It also comes with Ableton Lite, and some plugins and packs. So far, I tested Automap with FL Studio 9 and Ableton 8, and they both run like a charm, you just have to follow the instructions specifically made for each DAW.
There's only one tiny minor flaw. The drum pads are not very good. I mean they work, sometimes you have to hit them a little bit harder, but I think the major flaw with the drum pads is their position. They are too close together and are small, with time you get comfortable with them anyways, but since this is a review I have to put everything so that you guys can decide and know what you are buying. However, if you use the drum pads as controllers for other parameters, they are perfect. If you want comfortable pro drum pads for drumming, then you are better off buying a pad controller, I mean, some midi controllers come with very good drum pads, but if you definitely want some good drum pads and well, still enjoy all the amazing features of the novation sl mkii, then yes you are better off with a drum pad. I personally use sometimes the keys for drumming, and if you look up in youtube.com you'll see videos of other people that do too, whatever fits you best.
Since the drum pads aren't a major thing, that is why I decided to give this product its well deserved 5 stars. Despite not having reviews, people seem to buy this product a lot so I thought as a way to thanks Novation, I'd write a review so that other users know whether this works or not. I hope this review helps you guys to decide whether to buy or not this midi controller (or the 29 or 61 version where the only difference is the number of keys) Thanks Novation for this amazing product!
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Novation 49 Sl Mkii Usb Midi Controller Keyboard 49 Keys Overview
Novation's 25 SL Mk II has been designed to give you complete control over your music making software. SL MkII can directly control your plug-in instruments and FX (you also get an Italian made, semi-weighted keyboard mechanism). SL MkII comes with Automap, a piece of software that has been designed to make the job of assigning your hardware controls to various software parameters quick and easy. Automap enables knobs, faders and buttons to instantly control plug-in instruments/FX, as well as your sequencer's mixer, transport controls and more. Open a plug-in instrument/FX, and you have instant access to all the plug-in parameters. This allows you to assign knobs, faders and buttons, by simply clicking on the software parameter, and touching the control.
Designed to give you complete control over your music making software. View larger
Since Novation was born back in 1992, the company name has become synonymous with world-class analogue modeling synthesizers and unrivalled MIDI controller keyboards and solutions. The product range continues to receive critical acclaim from the music press and win numerous awards for outstanding technology and usability. Fantastic build quality, true musical instrument feel and intuitive controls are just three of the reasons why Novation's digital musical instruments are simply a joy to play. To keep products up to date and in tune with the user's needs, Novation continually provides improved operating systems and brand new software available for download. OS updates are fueled and inspired by suggestions from existing users, so comments about Novation products are actively encouraged.
Works with Your Sequencer
SL MkII will give you transport and mixer control in all major DAW/sequencers. You can also get instant control of external plug-in instruments/FX (like Native Instruments and FXpansion which are not included with your DAW). SL MkII will also give you instant control over major DAWs own plug-in instruments/FX: Ableton, Logic 9, Pro Tools, Cuebase/Nuendo, Reason/Record, and Sonar.
Touch, Click, It's Assigned
Novation knows that producers, musicians and sound designers want hands-on control of their music software without the headaches that come with controllers. SL MkII uses Novation's Automap control software to solve these problems. With over 56 assignable controls, you need to be able to assign things quickly, and keep track of which knob, fader or button is controlling which bit of your software.
Huge Array of Touch-Sensitive Controls
Touch any knob or fader and all information (name and value of whatever it is controlling) will appear on the LCD screen above it. Automap's software edit page shows you a graphic of the entire control surface, with every control labeled, on your computer monitor. LED rings around the knobs instantly show the value of whatever they're controlling, and each button lights up when switched on.
High-Quality Professional Keyboard
The keyboard is a velocity-sensitive, semi-weighted action keyboard with assignable after-touch. An Italian-made keyboard mechanism plays like a musical instrument rather than a computer accessory.
Illuminated Controls Provide Instant Visual Feedback
Brightly lit LED rings around the eight smooth encoders, and backlit buttons provide instant visual feedback.
Giant 144-Character LCD Screen
The long LCD screen is large enough to show the name and value of entire rows of knobs, faders or buttons, instantly displaying what each control is assigned to.
USB Bus Powered
SL MkII is totally portable as it does not require an external power supply. It draws power straight from your USB port.
X-Y Control Pad
The "Xpression" pad and adjustably sprung pitch/mod joystick are both freely assignable to any parameter.
Automap 3 PRO Control Software
Automap is a piece of software that comes with all Novation controllers. It has been designed to make the job of assigning your hardware controls to various software parameters quick and easy. Automap enables knobs, faders and buttons to instantly control plug-in instruments/FX, as well as your sequencer's mixer, transport controls and more…
MIDI Control Interface
Built in MIDI I/O Interface and comprehensive MIDI implementation provide complete control over all external hardware synths and other external MIDI devices.
Novation's Unique "Speed Dial"
"Speed Dial" is a touch-sensitive rotary encoder that instantly takes control of whatever your mouse is focused on, providing real time access for composers and performers alike.
Programmable "Soft-Feel" Triggerpads
The SL MkII's triggerpads are programmable, with a soft feel that makes them the ideal platform for sketching out beats or triggering samples.
Dedicated Fully-Assignable Transport Buttons
Control your sequencer's start/stop/loop/record/forward/rewind actions, or switch them out to allow use of more assignable buttons.
Includes the Xcite+ Bundle
Featuring a host of royalty-free loops and samples, a full-fledged soft-synth and Ableton Live 7 Lite, providing an affordable upgrade path to Ableton Live.
Assignable Controls
- 8 encoders (Infinite Rotation) with touch-sensitivity and 11 segment Led rings
- 8 pots (270 Rotation) with touch-sensitivity
- 8 sliders with touch-sensitivity
- Xpression Pad (as on existing SL)
- Xpression Stick (as on existing SL)
- 8 soft feel trigger pads
- Touch sensitive Speed Dial (as on Nocturn)
Technical Specifications
- Data Port: 1 x USB (Win XP/Vista and Mac OSX)--Not Class Compliant
- MIDI: MIDI ONE: IN, OUT and Thru, MIDI TWO: OUT
- Sustain Pedal: 1 x 1/4 Jack Input
- Expression Pedal: 1 x 1/4 Jack Input
- Power Switch: Ext DC/USB
- Dimensions: 18.43 x 2.67 x 11.54"
- Weight: 7.28 lb
System Requirements
- Mac OSX 10.4.0 or greater or Windows XP SP2 or greater
- 1GHz Intel or G4 CPU
- 512MB RAM
Novation 49 Sl Mkii Usb Midi Controller Keyboard 49 Keys Feature
- High quality professional keyboard
- Illuminated controls provide instant visual feedback
- Giant 144-character LCD screen
- Huge array of touch-sensitive controls
- Includes Automap 3 PRO Control Software
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Novation 49 Sl Mkii Usb Midi Controller Keyboard 49 Keys Detail
| User's Guide [4.37mb PDF] |
- Product Dimensions: 28.3 x 6.3 x 15.1 inches ; 14.8 pounds
- Shipping Weight: 20 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
- Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
- Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
- ASIN: B002BIM778
- Item model number: AMS-Novation 49 SL MkII
