Detail 01
Keyboard aftertouch
The 61-note keyboard supports aftertouch.
Product detailSKU #1500000236497
Novation61SL MKIII USB Keyboard Controller
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 61-note USB MIDI keyboard controller built for hands-on DAW control, with aftertouch, RGB pads, faders and dedicated Ableton Live control.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Electronic musicians and producers
- Ableton Live users
- Players who want 61 keys with aftertouch
- DAW users wanting knobs, faders and pads in one controller
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Buyers seeking an instrument with stated standalone sound generation
- Buyers who do not need DAW control features
- Users who need more or fewer than 61 keys
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Pad aftertouch
The 16 RGB backlit pads also support aftertouch.
Detail 03
10-bit faders
The nine long-throw faders provide 10-bit precision.
Detail 04
Ableton Live Control mode
Knobs map to key Live parameters, while pads can trigger clips, scenes, devices and the Loop Recorder.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01It is USB-powered and connects via a single USB cable to a computer or iOS device.
- 02Ableton Live has a dedicated control mode; other DAWs use pre-mapped profiles or custom profiles made in Novation Components.
- 03The controller includes eight knobs, nine faders and 16 pads, so confirm that control layout suits your workflow.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How many keys does the 61SL MKIII have?
It has a 61-note keyboard with aftertouch.
02Does it work with Ableton Live?
Yes. It includes a dedicated Ableton Live Control mode.
03Can it be used with DAWs other than Ableton Live?
Yes. It offers pre-mapped DAW control profiles, and you can create custom profiles with Novation Components.
04How is it powered and connected?
It is USB-powered and connects to a computer or iOS device with a single USB cable.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
5 detailsOther
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- detail
- Tier
- new
- Korena Special
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- Source Id
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- Prop65
- WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and Lead, which is known to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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