Novation ZeRO SL Mk II - DAW and Plug-In Control Surface
The ZeRO SL Mk II from Novation is a DAW and plug-in control surface that is equally suited to live or studio use. A large back lit LED display and LED ringed encoders provides visual feedback of control information, while ultra-quick mapping of all 56 knobs, faders and buttons is managed by the included Automap 3 PRO software.
All 8 faders and 16 knobs are touch sensitive, and the moment one is touched, the display shows the names and values on that row and puts brackets around the controller that is currently selected. A dedicated "Speed Dial" can be used to change the value of any parameter the mouse cursor is positioned over without necessitating any assignment.
Eight soft-feel drum pads are fully assignable to any parameter with the Automap software and provide a convenient way for sketching out beats or triggering samples. The controller can be mounted in a 19" rack or used as a desk-top controller or angled for performance using legs that are included with the unit. The unit is powered via the computers USB bus or by using an optional external power supply.
- Touch-Sensitive Controls
- 16 knobs, 8 faders and 32 assignable back-lit LED buttons support flexible DAW control and auto-mappable plug-in control
- Illuminated Controls
- Brightly lit LED rings around the 8 smooth encoders, and back-lit buttons provide instant visual feedback for every physical control, reducing reliance on the computer screen
- Automap 3 PRO Control Software
- Automap software enables the user to instantly map software parameters to faders, buttons, encoders and pots and other controllers
- LCD Screen
- 144-character LCD screen frees the artist from being chained to the computer screen, placing all the essential data right alongside the relevant controls
- MIDI Interface
- Built-in MIDI interface and comprehensive MIDI implementation provide complete control over all external hardware synthesizers and other external MIDI devices
- Speed Dial
- A touch-sensitive rotary encoder that instantly takes control of whatever the user's mouse is focused on, providing real time access for composers and performers alike
- Crossfader
- Fully assignable crossfader making it ideal for live performance with programmes such as Ableton
- Programmable Pads
- "Soft-Feel" drum pads eradicate the need for a separate set of drum pad triggers, providing the ideal platform for sketching out beats or triggering samples
- Dedicated Transport Buttons.
- Control the sequencer's start/stop/loop/record/forward/rewind actions, direct from the MIDI controller, reducing reliance on mouse and screen. Switching them out allows them to be used as additional assignable buttons and the controller recalls how these buttons were previously assigned
- USB Bus Powered
- Provides the artist with a mobile MIDI control solution, freeing them from the confines of the studio
- Includes Xcite+ Bundle
- Features a host of royalty-free loops and samples, a full-fledged soft-synthesizer and Ableton Live 7 Lite
| Connection | USB MIDI |
| Faders |
8 x Sliders (60mm touch-sensitive) 1 x Crossfader |
| Transport Controls | Yes |
| Jog/Shuttle |
No
1
Please Note:Touch sensitive Speed Dial close |
| Rotary Controls |
8 x Encoders (infinite-rotation) 8 x Pots (touch-sensitive) |
| Numeric Keypad | No |
| Display | 144-character LCD screen |
| Multiple Units | If used alongside a dedicated Automap system for a DAW |
| Included Software |
Ableton Live 7 Lite 502MB drum loops Novation Bass-Station virtual synthesizer 1GB Loopmasters royalty-free samples |
| Software Supported |
VST Audio Units TDM/RTAS (Mac only at present) |
| Power Requirements |
Powered via computer USB bus Optional 9V 600~1000mA external PSU, centre pin positive (+) |
| System Requirements |
Mac G4 1GHz minimum OS X 10.4.0 or greater (Leopard supported) 256MB RAM PC Pentium III 1GHz minimum Windows XP SP 2 and Vista 32/64 256MB RAM (Vista requires more) |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 17.5 x 7.9 x 2.7" (445 x 200 x 68mm) |
| Weight | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Specialties | Control and Expression pedal connectors |
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Pros
- Easy To Collaborate Across Programs
- Easy to Customize
- Easy to Navigate
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Multimedia
Comments about Novation ZeRO SL Mk II - DAW and Plug-In Control Surface:
This controller is everything they said it would be. I don't know how I lived without an automap controller before. Auto map makes everything easier. I use it in Reason 5, and Cubase with a lot of different VSTi plugins. I can literally have full functionality of my virtual synths with the lid closed on my laptop. My only complaints are that not all controls (for certain plugins) are available to Automap (even though they are MIDI controllable), and that automap only works with your virtual synths while being hosted by a DAW, NOT in stand alone mode. It will control them but you will have to do it the old way, by setting the CC control numbers, and there is no parameter labeling.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Studio
Comments about Novation ZeRO SL Mk II - DAW and Plug-In Control Surface:
So far I'm finding this product very useful. I feel like I got a lot of bang for my buck.The auto map works great with Logic Pro, so far (If you have problems, novations website has tutorials).... The only thing I don't really like is the fact that the faders are not motorized, but I guess, for the price, I can't complain too much.
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Batteries & Power
- Price: $34.95
- GBP 22.31
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.
Digital Cables
- Price: $4.29
- GBP 2.74
Data Cables
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- Original: $3.49
- Save: $0.35
- Price: $3.14
- GBP 2.00
Pedals
- Price: $15.75
- GBP 10.06
Cases & Protection
- Price: $44.99
- GBP 28.72
What's in the Box
- USB Cable
- Software DVD
- One (1) Year Warranty
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