All user reviews of 4/5 for the Novation Remote 49 SL MkII

I used this MIDI controller back in 09, it is a 49 key MIDI controller with semi weighted keys. There are over 50 total fully programmable buttons and knobs that you can use to control your functions in your DAW. You can use this with any computer that has a USB 2.0 port or you can just use it via MIDI connections. With the Novation 49 SL MK II you have the options to use it via USB to power it or you can power it from a wall plug (the wall plug did not come with mine).

UTILIZATION

Setting up this MIDI controller and the software that comes with it is very simple. It will all depend on which computer and OS you have to make sure you get the right driver installed but after that you can use it right away. Now loading up the software that comes with it might take a little more time because it does come with a bundle of software that you can record and edit with.

OVERALL OPINION

The 49 SL MK II comes with MIDI ins and outs (through, in and 2 outs) and it has a dedicated transport control. First look at this controller you would not think that it is portable, but it really is. It is light and easy to take around with you and if you use it via USB then you won’t need any other cables. The thing that I did not like about this controller is the price. I feel it should have been a little more affordable, I would respect this price if it came with better software or some really good VST instruments to use. But the software that it comes with is average at best and the price is over 500 dollars. There are other controllers that are just as good and cost much less.

The number of encoders, faders, pads etc. ...

UTILIZATION

The keyboard is equal to the level to reach what can be expected. A touch synth.
The config is for me by quite complex. There is the automap makes only enough work but what he proposes is not always satisfying to my taste. This keyboard is hyper parameterizable, I took it for that. Except that this is my first master keyboard (before I was operating only with hardware synths (including LP2)) and that I should spend a good week to be well above parameterize the set. In addition I must pass a Live Cubase at the same time ....

OVERALL OPINION

I own it for a month but have not had much time to look myself. I hesitated with the AKAI MPK because of the arpeggiator. value for money seems correct because I bought it used or it's a bit expensive - maybe because I did not ultimately benefit from such a plant.
I think that I would rate better think about my faith needs the next and would not let me be seduced by the number of lights flashing

I hesitated with the Akai, but the first item Large LCD 2nd item sold "automap" 3rd item available Knob / Fader / pad exellent (and more I find it less austere than the Akai, for there to that design work) no small flat sold AC power supply with ...

UTILIZATION

Touch is very simpa on the other hand not too "inflame" the volume pot (there are 1 or 2 which starts after I have the game too enthusiastic about the move filter).
Level with the config app (I use "live") is a real treat. "Automap" is a real pleasure, once the selected VST he handles the mapping, which can be modified later at your leisure. In addition to not need to use the mouse to navigate a plug to the other all this on the controller.

I have one little bug in the slider (fixed values) but after rebooting everything is back in odre.

OVERALL OPINION

This is a year since I use it, certainly he is fragile but I do not regret. It is comprehensive and easy to use, with a heavy touch would be perfect but hey at this price point ...