novation sl49 MKiii MIDI Keyboard
let’s connect
The novation SL49 MkIII is far from your typical keyboard controller. It’s an all-sequencing, all-dancing hub for all your music-making tools. A centerpiece to connect, control and create with your entire setup. Computer or not.
Create quickly and easily with your hardware. Build your tracks in the eight-track polyphonic sequencer: all in time; all in key; every control at your fingertips.
Complete control with the Novation SL49 MKII
Get started with your favorite hardware with all the benefits of a DAW at your fingertips; no need to look at a computer screen. Take your DAW out of the box and combine with your hardware synths – connect everything via SL MkIII. Then control everything easily with highly customizable assignments for your hardware and software. Or create your own in the software editor
Internal eight-track pattern-based sequencer
Enter notes step-by-step or record as you go; you can play and edit your sequences directly from the keyboard. Then record parameter automation directly to the sequencer, bringing your productions to life. You can choose an arp type, set a sync speed, adjust note and pattern lengths, and use the pads to design your rhythms in real time.
It’s the feel
The novation SL49 MkIII features our best and most playable semi-weighted synth-style keyboard bed, with a spring-loaded action tailored to the needs of the experienced player. It also has aftertouch, assignable to anything. The exceptionally high scan rate of 10 kHz gives the keys a super dynamic feel for expressive performances. And you can see scales, modes and zones instantly with vibrant on-key RGB LED feedback.
Keys for Live
We’ve partnered with Ableton®to create unprecedented integration with Live™. SL MkIII really takes your sessions out of the box. The full color LCD displays give you a full view of your parameters, while the pads, knobs, eight faders and eight knobs help you get hands-on with your music – and in all major music software, using InControl.
DAW Controller
Deep integrations with Logic® and Reason – plus HUI compatibility with Cubase, Pro Tools®, Studio One and Reaper – mean that novation sl49 MkIII can access any DAW.
The SL MkIII’s velocity-sensitive RGB pads also have multiple functions: they can be used for starting clips, as steps in the sequencer, for finger drumming and have polyphonic aftertouch.
Key Features Novation SL49 MKiii
- Internal eight-track pattern-based sequencer
- Use the sequencer to easily record notes as you play them, or input them step by step. Play and edit your sequences directly from the keyboard. Record your movements as automation in the sequencer and bring your production to life.
- Extensive connectivity
- USB; MIDI In, Out, Out 2/Thru; sustain, expression and footswitch inputs; Analog clock out; and two sets of CV Pitch, Gate and Mod outputs can be used to route everything anywhere.
- Arpeggiator
- Choose an arp type, set a sync speed, adjust the length, then use the pads to design your rhythms in real time.
- Scales, modes and zones
- Work with scales and keys and set multiple zones and layers on the keyboard.
- Keys for the player
- The novation sl49 MkIII features our best, most playable and expressive semi-weighted synth-style keyboard bed, with a springy action and our highest scan speed, all tailored to the needs of the experienced player. It also has aftertouch, assignable to anything.
- Customizable Templates
- Highly customizable hardware and software assignments make everything easy. Or create your own templates in the software editor and save them to the keyboard.
- The perfect controller for Live™
- We teamed up with Ableton® to create an absolutely stunning keyboard controller for their Live™ music making software. The five color LCD displays give you full parameter feedback so you can see everything you’re controlling.
- Control all major music software
- Your choice of music software is crucial to your creativity. The SL MkIII’s pads, knobs, eight faders and eight knobs take control of all major music software with InControl or a HUI-compatible DAW.
- Components
- With Components, you can back up and restore your templates and sessions to the cloud for access anywhere in the world. All content can also be stored locally.
- Illuminated pitch and modulation wheels
- Pitch and modulation wheels have RGB LEDs that change color to show what track you’re working on.
- One routable clock for the entire system
- Whether in the box or out of the box, the MIDI and analog clock and transport controls keep everything running on time.
- Selectable Speed Curves
- Choose from an extensive selection of Velocity Curves to suit your playing style.
