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Novation 49SL MkIII, 49-key MIDI & CV equipped Keyboard Controller with 8 Track Sequencer

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Style: 49 Keys


Features

  • Absolute hardware control - Bring MIDI hardware and CV/Gate synths together by plugging them all into SL MkIII, taking total control directly from the internal eight-track polyphonic pattern-based sequencer
  • It's the feel: SL MkIII boasts our finest and most playable synth-style semi-weighted keybed, with a sprung action tuned to the needs of the experienced player
  • The perfect controller for Live - We worked with Ableton to create a stunning keyboard controller for their Live music-making software. The five color LCD screens give you full parameter feedback, enabling you to see everything you are controlling
  • Internal 8 track pattern based sequencer
  • Keys to the DAWs - Deep integrations with Logic and Reason plus HUI compatibility with Cubase, Pro Tools, Studio One and Reaper mean SL MkIII can open up any DAW
  • One routable clock for the whole system - Whether you're in the box or outside the box, the MIDI and analogue clock and transport controls keep everything running in time

Description

SL MkIII is the centrepiece that can be used to control your whole studio, working perfectly alongside your DAW. Make working with your hardware easy and creatively rewarding, and construct your next production in the 8 track polyphonic sequencer, with everything staying in sync.

Brand: Novation


Number of Keys: 49


Connectivity Technology: USB


Special Feature: 8-track Sequencer


Model Name: 49SL MkIII


Number of Keys: 49


Connectivity Technology: USB


Additional Features: 8-track Sequencer


Instrument Key: Any


Compatible Devices: PC, Synthesizer, Groovebox.


Supported Software: Ableton, Logic Pro, Reason, HUI


Connector Type: MIDI, USB


Keyboard Description: Ergonomic


Control Type: Keyboard Controller


Platform: Windows 10, Windows 7


Human Interface Input: Keyboard


Hardware Platform: MIDI Controller


Instrument: Keyboard


Total USB Ports: 1


Control Method: Touch


Total USB 2.0 Ports: 1


Noise Control: None


Color: Black


Product Style: 49 Keys


Brand Name: Novation


Model Name: 49SL MkIII


Model Number: AMS-SL49-MK3


Included Components: 49SL MkIII,Premium braided USB cable,12V DC power supply, Printed Getting Started Guide, Safety information sheet


Model Year: 2018


UPC: 815301001065


Manufacturer: Novation


Global Trade Identification Number: 65


Manufacturer Part Number: AMS-SL49-MK3


Warranty Description: 2 year limited warranty on manufacturing defects.


Unit Count: 1 Count


Item Dimensions D x W x H: 11.8"D x 32.15"W x 3.94"H


Item Weight: 12.3 Pounds


Material Type: Plastic


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • Well thought-out controller and AMAZING customer service
Style: 49 Keys
I have owned this controller for nearly 2 years now and absolutely love its very well thought-out integration with Ableton live. The RGB lighting is a pleasure to look at, the pads respond very well for velocity-sensitive finger drumming and the keys, even though semi-weighted, feel very natural to play. I never realized how much time I spent away from the guitar/keys and messing with the computer clicking things and breaking my musical concentration. This thing _really_ makes a difference with its Ableton integration for being able to stay the heck away from the keyboard and mouse. The reason that I am writing this review, however, isn't to praise the controller - it has enough of that already. The reason I am writing this review is to commend the absolutely AWESOME customer service at Novation. Through a series of unfortunate circumstances I have had a few of these in my hands now and only one of them was due to an actual malfunction. When one of the sliders wouldn't hold a zero (after about a year's use) midi value at the very bottom of its travel, Novation set up a remote meeting with a tech where he installed a midi monitoring application and worked with me remotely to confirm the hardware fault. The unit was replaced with a refurb in great condition. About a year later the unit I had sustained some physical damage and I reached out to seek repairs. After a conversation with customer service - and I need to add here that they were very responsive, no more than a day turn between correspondence - they once again advised me of the options and I chose to go the refurb way. When the 2nd refurb arrived, it was in significantly poorer condition than my first one. I reached out to Novation again, this time not expecting much, since I needed a replacement through no fault of theirs and thought it would be completely fair to tell me to just deal with a well-loved unit. After sending some pictures and video detailing my concerns with the condition, the customer service representative worked with me to get a brand new unit (for a price obviously, but the refurb price). I have been, throughout, very impressed with Novation's customer support - responsive, knowledgeable and actual real people you can talk to about your gear. They really stand behind their product. That's something I really respect and is sadly not as frequent these days as one might wish. If you are looking for a feature-rich, affordable (as far as music gear can be) and enjoyable MIDI controller (with very intuitive Ableton integration) this should already be on your radar. If you expect or at least hope for great customer service, where a real and competent human being is on the other end of the communication - Novation is a great choice. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2022 by Yuri Zobachev
    • Absolute Best MIDI Keyboard Controller
Style: 61 Keys
This is by far, the best MIDI keyboard controller money can buy hands down, worth every penny. CV output, dual MIDI output, and everything down to the wheels are software controllable. There is no pitch drift so common with cheaper keyboard controllers. The Novation Components software allows you to configure the board as just about anything on the market from NI Komplete Kontrol to OB6 to Sculpt to Nord Lead 2 to Prohpet and a myriad of others not to mention you can customize it from scratch. The built in sequencer is the icing on the cake. I might get their Launchkey 88 as a companion to this. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2025 by TSBII
    • Worth the investment
Style: 61 Keys
I have been using the keyboard for less than a year, but it has been a pleasant experience so far. I mainly use it for home recording with Logic Pro, and it works really well. The keys have a realistic feel and it's fun and "simple"(friendly) to use. I definitely recommend it for anyone with a home studio or similar. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2024 by mr.luna
    • Very Nice
Style: 49 Keys
Overall it does what it says and is really nice. BUT some of my keys make a pop sound when I press and then release. Pressed really hard on it out of frustration and it popped very loud and then hasn't popped since. I don't know what that was about but as far as functionality goes it was unaffected and continues to perform properly. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2020 by Al
    • Love it !
Style: 61 Keys
Love it !
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2026 by Amazon Customer
    • Great product thus far
Style: 61 Keys
Love it so far
Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2025 by Joshua DiPietro
    • Fantastic for (at least) Ableton Live
Style: 49 Keys
I've had this for about two weeks. I am still in learning mode for Live, but have used DAWs in the past (primarily Cakewalk Sonar). The integration with Live is just amazing to me. I still don't understand some things about the SL, and I haven't touched the sequencer (since I use Live for that), but the five colour LCD screens are very well done in terms of controlling soft synth/efx parameters. The only thing I wish was a little different is that the transport controls are waaay over there on the right (I'm left handed). It's a bit spendy for a controller but for my needs it's totally worth the price. Novation has knocked it out of the park with this. (It's my first Novation product purchase...) ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2020 by Blave
    • Defective unit.
Style: 61 Keys
The keyboard arrived, seemingly in mint condition. No dings, great packaging and a durable, weighty instrument for a MIDI Controller. However...it will not turn on. The power will not function. It is a defective unit. For the price I paid, it is ridiculous that this instrument doesn't turn on, and the fact I will have to wait until they receive the item back to get a refund is equally absurd. When I received a damaged Ultrawide Monitor, everything was replaced and they picked it up right from my house. In this scenario, I have to print a shipping label, find a UPS. Completely tedious situation, set back my work for several days. Absolutely terrible situation. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2020 by Jon

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