Novation 61 SL MKII USB Midi Controller Keyboard

Novation 61 SL MKII is the largest format SL MKII series USB Midi Controller Keyboard, shipping with a high quality, semi-weighted 61-note keyboard frame, which offers absolute precision in terms of feel and response. Novation 61 SL MKII also serves as a timely update to the popular Remote 49SL Controller Keyboard. Another key aspect of 61 SL MKII is the included Automap software, which makes setting up this keyboard a complete walk in the park.

Automap is now on version 3.7 and is quite simply a stunning piece of software, which takes all the hassle out of setting up controllers. As the name suggests, Automap enables knobs, faders and buttons to instantly control plug-in instruments and effects, as well as your sequencer's mixer and transport controls. Its software interface shows you exactly what each control on your hardware is assigned to and, in combination with Novation's controllers, is the clearest way of getting hands-on control of your DAW and plug-ins. Automap offers just another reason why to buy a Novation 61 SL MK2!

The Novation SL 61 Mk II maintains Novation's amazing reputation for building quality hardware (like the SL Mk I, they will also appeal to performers who need a well-constructed keyboard on stage). Quality is not just reflected in their robustness, but more importantly in the way the SL Mk II has been designed with every detail calculated to maximise workflow. The SL Mk II's visually feeds back all controller information to the user with back lit buttons and encoder LED rings. The power behind SL Mk II's unique ability to map controllers at the touch of a button, is contained within the included Automap software. Automap 3 PRO enables users to map controllers with incredible speed and ease - no more digging through MIDI continuous controller numbers, the Automap server takes care of it all. Automap's GUI gives the user a visual representation of all the current mappings on screen, as well as the ability to save and manage mappings across different projects. There is also an option to only bring up the GUI when a controller on the SL Mk II has been touched.

• 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.
• Novation’s 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 adjustably sprung pitch/mod joystick, both freely assignable in MIDI Controlling mode
• Dedicated, yet fully-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
• Includes the Xcite+ bundle: Featuring 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.
• 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
• 8 soft feel Trigger pads
• Xpression Pad
• Touch sensitive Speed Dial
• Mac System Requirements: Mac OSX 10.4.0 or greater (Leopard also supported)
• Windows System Requirements: Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or greater (Vista 32/64 also supported)