The ReMOTE SL COMPACT MIDI controller is the first keyboard to provide an affordable route to automatic, instant and intelligent control of all major sequencers and all automatable plug-ins. The SL COMPACT’s giant 144-character screen displays up to eight assigned parameters at once, with the essential data laid out logically right before the user’s eyes.
Automap software ensures that little or no user setup is required. Sequencer controls are automatically mapped to the SL COMPACT the moment the sequencer boots up, whilst all VST or AU parameters are intuitively assigned as soon as a plug-in opens. In addition, an instant click and control ‘learn’ function is available for quick custom assigning, providing personalised plug-in control. The SL COMPACT’s unique PAC (pointer-assigned control) technology combined with its ‘speed dial’ also help to maximise efficiency by providing tactile control of any parameter on which the mouse pointer rests in Automap mode.
In Automap mode, the number of controls is unlimited. In Manual Template mode, the eight encoders and eight buttons with LEDs combine with eight Group select switches to provide 64 different assignable parameters. Eight large, velocity-sensitive trigger pads are also available, ideal for triggering samples or sketching out beats.
With its 25- or 49- key (2- or 4- Octave) professional, semi-weighted keyboard featuring aftertouch, the SL COMPACT upholds Novation’s philosophy of designing real instruments rather than mere computer peripherals. The SL COMPACT provides a truly focused and highly portable MIDI controlling solution through its dedicated transport controls, assignable pitch / mod wheels, and USB bus powering. Novation’s pioneering Automap technology, the huge screen and an unrivalled control set ensure that the ReMOTE SL COMPACT is the only choice for the demanding, modern music maker in search of an intuitive MIDI controller that won’t break the bank. With the SL COMPACT, artists are free to focus on what matter most – their music.
Key Features
Automap
Instant control over sequencers and plug-ins. Automap removes the pain and time involved in assigning MIDI parameters.
Giant 144-character LCD screen
Frees the artist from being chained to the computer screen, placing all the essential data right alongside the relevant controls.
Semi-weighted keyboard with after-touch
Delivers the feeling of playing an instrument, rather than a computer peripheral.
Speed dial and PAC technology
Ultra-fast software control for composers and performers alike; at a click, the speed dial takes control of whatever the mouse is focused on
Huge array of controls suitable for every need
The artist has the exact control setup they desire, no matter how complex the plug-in.
Large programmable drum pads
Eradicates the need for separate drumpad triggers, providing the ideal platform for sketching out beats or triggering samples.
Automap
Automap is Novation's unique sequencer and plug-in control protocol, providing automatic control of any automatable plug-in within any sequencer. Automap removes the pain inherent in old school MIDI control, leaving the artist free to enjoy making music. Simply open up a plug-in and watch the parameters appear on the SL's screens. Every plug-in is given a 'learn' mode for easy and instantaneous mapping of controls - simply click the software parameter, then move a hardware control to automatically assign. In addition, open up any major sequencer and the mixer controls, as well as many other session parameters, are instantly mapped to the ReMOTE SL. A single button allows you to switch between controlling different instruments and the mixer, with all names and values displayed clearly across huge 144-character LCD screens.
Xcite+ Pack
Novation likes to set the standards, and their latest bundled software collection is no exception.
'Xcite+' comes on a DVD-ROM filled to the brim with royalty-free loops and samples alongside a host of powerful applications ideal for getting the new user started, or to expand the experienced user’s creative toolbox.
Specifications
Keyboard
Keys: 25/49
Type: Semi-Weighted velocity sensitive with aftertouch
Velocity Curves: 6 - individually assignable for each Template
Pitch and Mod Wheel Mechanism
Pitch wheel: Rubberised - spring loaded, centre return front to back motion
Mod wheel: Rubberised - free running, front to back motion
LCD Display
LCD: 1 x 144 character silver. Blue LED backlit
Interfacing
Data Ports: 1 x USB MIDI (Win XP/Mac OSX class-compliant)
MIDI: 1 x MIDI Out, 1 x MIDI In
Sustain Pedal: 1 x 1/4 Jack Input
Expression pedal: 1 x 1/4 Jack Input
Controls
Rotary Encoders: 8 - Infinite Rotation (x4 with Group Select switches A-D)
Buttons: 8 (x4 with Group Select switches B1-4)
Trigger pads: 8
Transport Controls: Rewind/Fast Forward/Stop/Start/Record/Loop (assignable buttons)
Speed dial: rotary encoder, pressing activates other modes
Menu button
General Operation: Play/Edit/Template/Global/Write buttons
Display select: encoders, buttons, page up/down and drumpads switches
Template select: up/down buttons
Keyboard Octave: up/down buttons
General
External Power Supply: Standard ‘Centre Positive’ 9V DC 600mA Power Supply (optional)
Size (25): W=472mm, H=68mm, D=260mm
Size (49): W=798mm, H=68mm, D=260mm
Weight (25): 2.80 kg
(49): 4.50 kg
Pre-installed onboard Templates and Automaps
Software:
Novation
• V-Station
• Bass Station
Propellerhead (only Automap)
• Reason – All Instruments, Mixer, rack effects (Template 37)
Native Instruments
• FM7
• Pro 53
• Battery II
• Kontakt II
• B4
G Media
• Oddity
• ImpOSCar
• Minimonsta
Steinberg
• Cubase/Nuendo Automap - Mixer/Effects and VSTs (Template 38)
• Halion
Cakewalk
• Sonar Automap - Mixer/Instruments and VSTs (Template 38)
• Z3ta
Korg
• Legacy Cell
• MS-20
• Polysix
reFX
• Vanguard
Arturia
• CS-80V
• Arp 2600V
Rob Papen/Linplug
• Albino
Apple
• Logic Automap - Mixer and Instruments (Template 39)
Ableton
• Live Automap - Mixer/Devices and Effects (Template 40)
Digidesign
• Pro Tools - Mixer and inserts (Template 34)
MOTU
• Digital Performer - Mixer and inserts (Template 34)
Image-Line
• FLStudio
Sequencer Integration
Control of Steinberg Cubase and Nuendo, Cakewalk Sonar, Mackie Tracktion is provided by the Automap Template.
Control of other sequencers is provided by specific templates on the ReMOTE SL.
Propellerheads Reason
Ableton Live
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