The Arturia Keylab MKII is the new version of the Keylab essential, and it is making some considerable waves in the MIDI department. Arturia Keylab MKII 49 – Most Durable 49 Key MIDI Controller It has exceptional functionality, great keys, & provides a great workflow. This is currently the best 49 key MIDI controller on the market.

Nine assignable faders let you control your DAW.

16 fully assignable velocity-sensitive trigger pads.

Brand new XY pad which provides additional and direct interaction with effects.

Eight assignable 360 encoders for easy manipulation of DAW’s, virtual instruments, and plugins.

49 full-size, velocity-sensitive keys with aftertouch.

This is currently the best 49 key MIDI controller for studio purposes. I believe that the SL MKIII is a massive upgrade of the MKII. You can read my full review on this product at Novation SL MKIII review. I was very impressed with this instrument in particular. This is currently one of the newest products on the market, so many keyboards don’t yet have some of its features. What I like about this product is it has a sequencer. It doesn’t mean you can’t use it live I just recommend it for the studio. The Novation 49SL MKIII is the newest product from Novation and also their most advanced.

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