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Novation 61 SL MkII 61-Key Remote MIDI Controller

  • Price: $599.99
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  • GBP 383.07
  • B&H # NOR61SLMK2
  • Mfr# 61 SL MKII

Product Highlights

  • DAW Control Surface
  • Semi-weighted Keys
  • 144-Character Display
  • LED-Lit Buttons and Encoders
  • Automap 3 PRO Software

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The Novation 61 SL MkII 61-Key Remote MIDI Controller integrates a semi-weighted keyboard with a 144-character display, back-lit LED buttons and encoders. These 56 knobs, faders and buttons can be quickly mapped with the Automap 3 PRO software.

High Quality Professional Keyboard
Velocity-sensitive, semi-weighted action keyboard from Fatar, with assignable after-touch
Illuminated Controls Provide Instant Visual Feedback
Brightly lit LED rings around the eight smooth encoders, and backlit buttons throughout provide instant visual feedback for every physical control, further reducing reliance on the computer screen
Giant 144-character LCD Screen
Places all the essential data right alongside the relevant controls
Touch-Sensitive Controls
Full control surface supporting ultra flexible DAW control and Auto-mappable plug-in controls, 16 knobs, 8 faders and 32 assignable backlit LED buttons
Automap 3 PRO Control Software
SL Mk II comes with Automap software which enables you to instantly map software parameters to faders, buttons, encoders and pots and other controllers
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
Unique 'Speed Dial'
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' Drumpads
Eradicates the need for a separate set of drumpad triggers, providing the ideal platform for sketching out beats or triggering samples
Unique 2-Axis Controls
Fantastic 'Xpression' pad and adjustable sprung pitch/mod joystick, both freely assignable in MIDI Controlling mode
Assignable Transport Buttons
Control the sequencer's start/stop/loop/record/forward/rewind actions, direct from the MIDI controller, reducing reliance on mouse and screen, or switch them out to allow use of more assignable buttons. SL Mk II recalls how these buttons were previously assigned
USB Buss Powering
Provides the artist with a mobile MIDI control solution, freeing them from the confines of the studio
Xcite+ Bundle
Includes 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
Keyboard Zones 61 Semi-weighted Keys
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
32 Buttons with integrated LEDs (37 in MIDI mode]
8 soft feel Trigger pads
Xpression Pad
Xpression Stick
Touch sensitive Speed Dial
Connectors Data Port: 1 x USB (Win XP/Vista and Mac OSX - Not Class Compliant
MIDI: MIDI 1: IN, OUT and Thru, MIDI 2: OUT
Sustain Pedal: 1 x 1/4" Jack Input
Expression pedal: 1 x 1/4" Jack Input
Power switch: Ext DC/USB
Minimum System Requirements Mac OSX 10.4.0 or greater (Leopard also supported) or Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or greater (Vista 32/64 also supported)
Minimum Computer spec: Mac - G4/1GHz, both with 256MB RAM or PC - Pentium 3/1GHz/256MB RAM (machines running Vista will require a higher spec)
Dimensions (WxHxD) 37.99 x 2.68 x 11.54" (965 x 68 x 293mm)
Weight 13.45 lbs (6.1kg)

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Novation61 SL MkII 61-Key Remote MIDI Controller
 
5.0

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      5.0

      Wow !

      By David MeShow

      from Québec, Canada

      About Me Professional Musician

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Compact
      • Durable
      • Easy To Use
      • Perfect feeling
      • Versatile

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Amateur Recording
        • Home Studio
        • Performances
        • Professional Recording

        Comments about Novation 61 SL MkII 61-Key Remote MIDI Controller:

        I had a M-Audio Axiom in the past. Now I'm rediscovering what is a great desk MIDI controller. The feeling is really perfect. The software is really easy to use. It looks great. It's intuitive. A really great MIDI keyboard. It's sometimes hard to program some custom mapping for the plugins and softwares but I see that as a bonus to be able to adjust everything from the computer with the keyboard.

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        5.0

        Amazing! Very Powerful and Gig Worthy

        By Noise Is My Art

        from East Coast

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Collaborate Across Programs
        • Easy to Customize
        • Easy to Navigate
        • Versatile

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Novation 61 SL MkII 61-Key Remote MIDI Controller:

            Its a sturdy keyboard that has stood up to the 2 months of work I've put into it since I got it. It's great for bigs and wonderful for working in ableton. I often switch between ableton mode and automap mode controlling various vsts.

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            • Mac

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            5.0

            Where have you been all my life?

            By rove the groove

            from New London, CT

            About Me Experienced

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Use
            • Versatile

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Amateur Recording
              • Home Studio
              • Performances
              • Professional Recording

              Comments about Novation 61 SL MkII 61-Key Remote MIDI Controller:

              I use this in my bedroom studio. I control my softsynths and DAW with this. I almost have no more use for my mouse using automap. It's nice using faders to mix instead of a mouse. I wish it had a 9th fader for a dedicated volume control, and for drawbar usage in B4II.

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              This is a special order item and is non-cancelable and non-returnable. Est. arrival at B&H is 7-14 days (subject to availability). Your order will be charged at time of shipment.

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              Pedals

              On-Stage -  KSP20 Sustain Pedal
              • Price: $12.95
              • GBP 8.27
               
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              What's in the Box

              Novation 61 SL MkII 61-Key Remote MIDI Controller
              • USB Cable
              • Automap 3 PRO Software
              • Xcite+ Bundle
              • 1-Year Warranty
               
               
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