Novation 49SL MK3 | Overview - iPad Jam - Why?

[@brutallyremastered4255]

First time someone's had a good look at the drum pads. Great review.

[@plucollective604]

Another feature of this controller that I really like is that it has CV output so you can do CV sequencing as well for any of your hardware with CV input.

[@TheAudioDabbler]

that is a cool feature except I don't own any hardware yet to utilize the CV. Maybe one day.

[@lextron-audio]

I hope you do more videos with this and the ipad

[@lextron-audio]

I really appreciate finding this review. I’m also on the lookout for the best controller for AUM, Koala etc.

[@yosurv]

I am thinking about buying the Novation Launchkey 49 mk2 to use with Beatmaker 3 .But i was worried about mapping the play/stop ....controls. Great video thanks

[@royor3]

Good demo Mitch.. BUT.. because of that sneaky little link, now I’m seriously jonesing for the KeyStep Pro.. 🙃 Thanks for this.. and that..😁

[@kentaccordionist]

Nice demo Mitch. I just got a korg triton taktile 49 and I’m loving it. It doesn’t have a sequencer onboard but the arpedgiator is the best I have ever come across in all my years as a musician. And it also has a built in kaos pad. Try myvolts they make a cable called rip chord for powering different music gear from a usb powerbank they may just make one to provide right voltage and polarity for the novation.

[@TheAudioDabbler]

Thanks. I actually have a Triton Taktile 25. It is pretty fun and that ARP is great. I will check out the myvolts cables to see if they have what I am looking for. Thanks for the tip.

[@anniedarkhorse6791]

What about using full software instruments in the sequencer?

[@jimihendrix4376]

Finally someone who isn't paid by Novation or given a unit to talk good about their product just to sell it.

[@lextron-audio]

More videos pleeeeease

[@drsumantamajumdar2771]

Loved it.. thank you !!

[@merteskobes8333]

Can i Play Softsynths from IPad Pro with my sl 61 mk3? I have Mandy from Korg, Moog and other and will Play it with that Key. And how can i connekt the IPad to the sl mk3 ?

[@jimihendrix4376]

Use a Yamaha UD-BT01 (Amazon $60) and download a software called Midimittr found in the app store (free) then you can connect your iPad or any other controller via Bluetooth, I use this to connect my Novation SL MK3 keyboard and my wind controllers to my iPad Air, this video will give you the general idea which will work with a lot of things! kzbin.info/www/bejne/o56mZWSDmrOWY7M

[@ursullavandenbord2322]

Great !!! How many presets can we store ? With sequences, vst assignements on the 8 tracks ...etc ? Thanks.

[@TheAudioDabbler]

a lot of presets and sessions. Works like the novation circuit, so basically you have 8 circuit sequencers at a time. Its really great and lots of learning but can be really fun once you learn it.

[@mikalmajeed7694]

Are you still using your novation SL 49 as a controller for iOS?

[@alanwilton6806]

Very useful.

[@marke567]

Hey! Nice review! I'm interested in buying this, but I'd like to know what all buttons/menus you have to use to change the midi output channel?

[@anonymous_friend]

I'm looking for a great controller for ios. You have been at this for a few years now. Have you tried any new controllers or heard of any that interface better?

[@ion677]

Great review 👏🏼

[@TheAudioDabbler]

Thank you!

[@just_pierre9730]

Good review and demo, Mitch! Is this keyboard suitable enough to control Drambo, with the upcoming midi update? To control midi cc?

[@DrDave322]

Great video. just wondering; are all the sounds coming from the ipad? what program are you using? how did you connect to the ipad? any chance of doing a video on your signal chain/set up? thanks

[@TheAudioDabbler]

yes all the sounds are coming from my iPad. I have a setup video on my short list. hopefully I can have it out soon.

[@oldowl4290]

Hi, how do you connect this to the iPad? I have several synths (on iPad) that I want to use this with. I haven't bought it yet, but am about to. I also have Ableton and know that Live is the main strongpoint in design but didn't want to exclude the great software I have on my iPad Pro. Lastly, can I connect both at the same time and how would that be managed, i.e.; both PC and iPad. Are there multiple USB ports on back or would I need some sort of hub? To be clear I need to be able to quickly juggle between both for live performance. Thanks for any help here.

[@K.KILLORAN]

What kind of slide do you have your keyboard on? I’ve been trying to rig something up to be able to slide it back when not in use.

[@brianreilly6545]

Thx for this vid! I can really use a realtime sequencer that also records automation for aum. Any thoughts?

[@TheAudioDabbler]

This controller can record 8 lanes of automation per track. I haven't covered that yet.

[@ChristofRoeyaert]

Hi, a bit late to chime in but I stumbled upon your video when looking for a suitable MIDI controller to use with both Mac OS and iOS. In fact, I'm searching for a 49 or 61 key MIDI controller to use with either Ableton Live or Logic Pro X on Mac (not yet decided on which DAW to use) but I would also like to use it with iOS on my iPad, for Korg Gadget 2 and Cubasis 3. I've had my eye on this Novation SL MK3 for a while but since I'm a novice as far as MIDI music making is concerned, I thought that it might be a bit too much for me. Do you think this would suit me ?

[@TheAudioDabbler]

The Novation SL MK3 is a great controller. I would say there is a small learning curve over a less advanced keyboard. However, this thing will grow as with you as you learn. Even if you didn't use the onboard sequencer, having the 8 tracks setup for different instruments is a really quick workflow. If it's in your budget, I would say get it and let it grow as you grow.

[@MeerkatMuzic]

Nice controller Mitch good to see someone using it with a iPad. Lots of plus points there integrates well by the looks of it be interesting to see where you take this. I see people using a cheap android table or even their android phone to use with Components to keep portable.

[@TheAudioDabbler]

I hadn't really thought about using a cheap android table with components. I will keep that in mind if I am ever in need without my computer.

[@plucollective604]

Yes, Apple’s lack of support for Web MIDI on their mobile devices means configuration software like this won’t run on iOS or iPadOS.

[@patrickdougherty7551]

The right USB barrel jack adapter running into a decent battery will probably power it.

[@TheAudioDabbler]

I have a barrel connector but it didn't work. It needs the voltage stepped up from 5v to 12v. I know there are some out there but just need to do more research.

[@perrypelican9476]

Push??

[@TheAudioDabbler]

yea, the Ableton Push 2.

[@perrypelican9476]

TheAudioDabbler yeah, sorry about the push confusion. I thought you were comparing only to other "novation" controllers. I thought maybe there was a novation push. About your disappointment about the novation not being bus powered; is your setup totally battery powered or is it about being able to use it absolutely anywhere? I must say that I like to have the choice. I always say that my favorite word is hybrid. The more flexibility the better. Another cool video from the king of audio dabbling. Thank you.

[@TheAudioDabbler]

No my setup is not battery at all. It’s just sometimes I like to move around the house or outside for different creative spaces. it would be fun to move the novation around and if it was bus powered it would be a lot easier. I think I can get a cable to be able to power it from a battery.