Novation 49SL MKIII
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Novation
49SL MKIII
Product Info
Article Number:
450573
Brand:
Novation
Model:
49SL MKIII
Category:
Master Keyboards (up to 49 Keys)
Price:
$570.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The 49SL MKIII is a fantastic all-in-one solution for producers and keyboardists wanting deep DAW integration and a built-in sequencer. It's a real workhorse for electronic music creation and live performance, especially if you’re looking for a compact setup that doesn't compromise on functionality.
Product Description
- Novation 49SL MKIII
- Controller Keyboard with Sequencer
- 49 semi-weighted velocity-sensitive keys with aftertouch
- Pitch and modulation wheel
- 16 velocity-sensitive RGB-illuminated drum pads
- Eight rotary encoders
- Eight faders
- Six buttons for transport control
- 16 freely assignable buttons (x 2 banks)
- Five RGB TFT displays
- Perfect integration in Ableton Live
- Compatible with all DAWs via InControl or Mackie HUI
- 22 scales
- Built-in eight-track sequencer with real-time and step input
- Eight patterns per track
- 64 memory locations
- Pattern chain function
- Note quantization
- Automation of up to eight parameters can be recorded
- Swing: 20 - 80%
- Arpeggiator
- Customisable presets for controlling hardware and software
- Adjustable velocity curves
- USB class compliant - no drivers required
- Two 3.5 mm jack outputs for CV (pitch)
- gate and modulation
- Clock output: 3.5 mm jack plug
- 6.3 mm jack inputs for sustain
- expression and footswitch
- MIDI In
- 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 and GForce Bass Station Plug-in
PROS
- • Excellent sequencer for sketching ideas quickly and efficiently.
- • The RGB pads offer a satisfying, responsive feel for drum programming.
- • InControl integration simplifies DAW control, reducing menu diving.
- • Semi-weighted keys provide a surprisingly expressive playing experience.
CONS
- • The semi-weighted action lacks the nuance of fully-weighted keys for piano.
- • Build quality, while decent, feels a little plasticky for the price point.
- • Limited key range may restrict some performance styles.
Product Video
Key Features
Keys
49
Key Type
Semi-weighted, velocity-sensitive with aftertouch
Pads
16, velocity-sensitive, RGB-illuminated
Knobs/Faders
8 rotary encoders, 8 faders
Connections
USB, MIDI in/out, sustain pedal input, expression pedal input
Weight
Approximately 9.9 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's subtle, more like a gentle pressure response than the dramatic modulation of a full synth action, but still adds expression.
The step sequencing is very intuitive, but mastering the real-time recording and pattern chaining takes some practice and experimentation.
While it's most deeply integrated with Ableton, it offers basic Mackie HUI compatibility with other DAWs, but may require some parameter mapping.
