Black Friday Deals 2025

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  1. PulseWave

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    The AI says otherwise; it claims it can use it anywhere.
    The Novation FLkey 37 is designed primarily as a dedicated MIDI controller for FL Studio, offering deep integration like direct control over the Channel Rack, Mixer, transport functions, preset browsing in Image-Line plugins, and FL-specific creative modes (e.g., Scale and Chord modes for easy melody/chord building). However, it's not limited to FL Studio.

    Compatibility with Other DAWs
    • Yes, it works with other DAWs, but as a standard MIDI keyboard controller. You'll get basic MIDI input/output functionality (e.g., playing notes via the 37 velocity-sensitive keys, triggering drums/clips with the 16 RGB-backlit pads, and tweaking parameters with the 8 pots, pitch/mod wheels). It supports class-compliant USB MIDI, so no extra drivers are needed on Windows 10+ or macOS 10.15+.
    • Limitations outside FL Studio: The specialized FL integration (e.g., buttons for Channel Rack navigation or Mixer scrolling) won't map automatically. You'll need to manually assign controls in your DAW's MIDI mapping/preferences (e.g., in Ableton Live, Logic Pro, or Reaper). It also supports Native Kontrol Standard (NKS) for seamless integration with Native Instruments software like Komplete.
    • User Experiences: Reviews and forums confirm it performs well as a general-purpose controller in DAWs like Ableton Live, Cubase, or Logic, though some users note it's closest to Novation's Launchkey series (which has broader DAW templates). For non-FL use, the Launchkey might offer more out-of-box versatility if you're not tied to FL Studio.
    If you're using it outside FL Studio, download the free Novation Components app for custom mappings and firmware updates to enhance flexibility. Overall, it's a solid choice even for multi-DAW setups, especially at its price point (~$200).
     
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    Right, yea I meant is the control knobs will not work in 3rd party plugins, only ImageLine plugins. You can use it in other DAWs, but I'm talking about the controlability.
     
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    This company, Nektar, manufactures MIDI keyboards:

    - Available in 25, 49, 61, and 88-key versions, all featuring redesigned keybeds.
    - Nektar custom DAW integration for Ableton Live Suite, Bitwig Studio, Cakewalk/Sonar, Cubase (13 or higher), FL Studio, GarageBand, Nuendo, Logic Pro (10.8 or higher), Reason, Reaper, and Studio One (5 or higher).
    - Native Instruments NKS support. Works in any DAW and is compatible with thousands of plugins.

    LINK: https://nektartech.com/products/

    Congratulations on your Akai decision; that's what you've always wanted. Sometimes you just have to treat yourself.
     
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    Thanks, yea I'm excited for sure. It's great because it's a stand alone synth and midi controller both. I hope to finally go back to work and get another job soon.
     
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    I gather from this that your hand is (almost) healed. You usually only have the most time to make music when you're either on sick leave, on vacation, or retired! I hope you find a job you enjoy that isn't too stressful, so you still have enough energy in the evenings to make music.
     
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    OMG. My comment was mistaken and deleted. Sorry for not putting details. It wasnt my personal sale promo. I found it somewhere so i thought might interrest someone here. Here is with detail-

    Link- https://www.pluginboutique.com/product/2-Effects/24-Sequencer/12681-Rhythm-Box
    Price is $9 but use code - "PIBINDIAPITCH" and it will arround $1
    and you get to pick a free gift which include - IK mixbus, Massive.etc.

    So, Rhythm Box + IK Mixbox for $1

    Good deal i think.
     
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    Soundbanks are on sale. But a 20% discount is not very special.
     
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    Thanks buddy
     
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    :unsure: lol. Of course its legit. lol. I just bought it! lol. :bleh:
     
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    problamo solvode
     
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    Super cool,
    The code worked and got it for 1.90

    Thanks a lot.

     
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    What is it?
     
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    Yeah i got 2 of the boland system 100 clone modules for around £40 each was too cheap and system 100 is an all time favourite
     
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    Oops... Doesn't appear to work in Cubase.
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    You need a USB to MIDI cable.
     
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