Novation expands its FL Studio MIDI Controller range with the FLkey 49 and FLkey 61, More Keys and More Features
Novation has introduced FLkey 49 & FLkey 61, two new additions to its FLkey line of keyboard MIDI controllers for FL Studio users.
Building on the success of their FLkey Mini and FLkey 37, the new models come with four- and five-octave keyboards respectively, and also offer some additional features.
Developed in collaboration with Image-Line, creators of FL Studio, the FLkey 49 and FLkey 61 allow for a hands-on music production experience, with controls for FL Studio’s Sequencer, Channel Rack, and Mixer (you get eight knobs, nine faders and nine fader buttons). The controllers include Scale and Chord modes for creative play, along with Sequencer Mode for programming beats fast. The controllers also include essential buttons for easy access to transport, score log, undo, redo, quantize, and metronome triggering.
Pattern Pad mode enables you to select and edit patterns directly from the pads, while Scale mode locks the keyboard to a specific key. There are also three different Creative Chord modes (Fixed, User and Scale) that enable you to trigger chords with a single finger.
Presets can be browsed in Image-Line plugins directly from the controllers, and you can make your own control assignments using the Custom modes.
Additionally, both controllers come bundled with a range of software from AAS Session bundle, Spitfire Audio Expressive Strings, XLN Audio Addictive Keys, Klevgrand DAW Cassette and Klevgrand, as well as a 6-month trial of FL Studio Producer Edition.
Both controllers ship with a 6-month trial version of FL Studio Producer Edition, while other bundled software includes XLN Audio Addictive Keys, AAS Session bundle, Spitfire Audio Expressive Strings, Klevgrand DAW Cassette and Klevgrand Roverb.
Features:
- Seamless Integration with FL Studio.
- Mixer and Channel Rack control: Adjust volume and pan with eight knobs, nine faders, and nine fader buttons.
- Step sequencer: Take control of FL Studio’s step sequencer and program drums easily.
- Pattern Pad mode: Select and edit patterns directly from the pads.
- Channel Rack playability: Play directly into the Channel Rack from FLkey 49 and FLkey 61’s pads.
- Scale mode: Choose your scale and always hit the right note.
- Instrument control: Trigger FPC and SliceX with the pads for more expressive beats and melodies.
- Plug-in control: Tweak Image-Line plugins and record natural-sounding automation with eight knobs and nine faders.
- Creative Chord Modes: Three chord modes–Fixed, User and Scale–unlock rapid song building and performance. Play custom chords and chords in different scales with just one finger.
- Preset browsing: Find your favorite presets from Image-Line plugins directly from FLkey 49 and FLkey 61.
- Custom Modes: Assign custom controls to the pads and knobs on FLkey 49 and FLkey 61 to tailor your music production workflow.
- Included Software: FL Studio Producer Edition – 6 Month Trial, XLN Audio Addictive Keys, AAS Session bundle, Spitfire Audio Expressive Strings, Klevgrand DAW Cassette and Klevgrand Roverb.
The FLkey 49 and FLkey 61 are now available now to pre-order, priced at $229.99 and $279.99.
