Novation FLkey 49

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Novation FLkey 49

Novation

FLkey 49

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 564270
Brand: Novation
Model: FLkey 49
Price: $251.90

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The FLkey 49 is a really clever little controller, especially if you live in FL Studio. The integration is tight, the pads are fun for drums and loops, and the keys are surprisingly playable for the price. It's a great entry point for producers or those needing a portable FL Studio command center.

Product Description

  • Novation FLkey 49
  • USB MIDI Keyboard
  • 49 velocity-sensitive keys
  • Optimised for controlling FL Studio
  • 16 RGB-illuminated velocity-sensitive pads
  • Pitch bend and modulation wheel
  • 2 x 16 OLED display
  • Eight controls
  • Keys for octave up/down
  • play/stop/record/
  • scale
  • note repeat
  • preset up/down
  • metronome
  • undo
  • redo
  • quantise
  • score log
  • Step sequencer
  • Control of the channel rack via pads
  • Mixer & Channel rack control
  • Fixed/User/Scale chord mode
  • Custom modes
  • Instrument control of FPC and SliceX via pads
  • Preset browsing
  • Power supply via USB
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 789 x 77 x 258 mm
  • Weight: 3.03 kg
  • Included software (download versions): FL Studio Producer Edition (trial version with a six-month period)
  • AAS Session Bundle
  • XLN Addictive Keys Studio Grand Piano
  • Klevgrand R0Verb and DAW Cassette
  • Spitfire Audio LABS-Expressive Strings and GForce Bass Station Plugin

*Connectors:*, Sustain pedal input: 6.3 mm jack, USB-B, MIDI output

PROS
  • • Excellent FL Studio integration streamlines workflow significantly.
  • • Responsive, semi-weighted keys offer a surprisingly playable feel.
  • • RGB pads provide visual feedback and are great for beatmaking.
  • • Compact size makes it ideal for smaller spaces and mobile setups.
CONS
  • • Semi-weighted keys lack the depth for serious piano performance.
  • • Limited knob count restricts advanced parameter control in other DAWs.
  • • FL Studio trial limits functionality long-term; full version required.

Product Video

Key Features

Keys 49
Key Type Velocity-Sensitive, Semi-Weighted
Pads 16 RGB-Illuminated, Velocity-Sensitive
Knobs/Faders 8
Connections USB
Weight 3.03 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

While it offers basic MIDI functionality, the custom mappings and deep integration are primarily designed for FL Studio; expect a less streamlined experience elsewhere.
The keys have velocity sensitivity adjustments within FL Studio, but the semi-weighted action itself is fixed – it’s not a fully weighted piano action.
The pads transmit MIDI notes, so you can use them to trigger samples in other DAWs, but the advanced instrument-specific controls (like FPC and SliceX) are FL Studio exclusives.

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