Arturia KeyLab 61 Mk3 vs Novation SL MkIII 61
| Arturia KeyLab 61 Mk3 | Novation SL MkIII 61 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | velocity-sensitive semi-weighted keyboard with synth-action feel | 61 note velocity sensitive, individually sprung, synth style, semi-weighted keyboard |
| Aftertouch | Channel aftertouch | — |
| Sounds / presets | 2000 | 4 |
| Sequencer | Multi-mode arpeggiator / Chord / Scale / Hold | 64 Sessions / 8 Tracks per session / 8 Patterns per track … 128 steps per track |
| Bluetooth | No | — |
| USB audio | No | — |
| Pads / faders | 12 touch & pressure-sensitive pads; 9 x 50mm faders; 9 encoders + 1 clickable | 16 full-colour RGB backlit velocity sensitive drum pads; 8 continuous rotary knobs; 8 sliders |
| Weight | 6.1 kg | — |
| Released | 2023 | — |
| Status | current | current |
| Keys | 61 | 61 |
| Display | 3.5" 320x480 | — |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Arturia KeyLab 61 Mk3 if budget is the priority — it is about $170.99 cheaper (approx.).
- Choose the Arturia KeyLab 61 Mk3 if you want more variety of built-in voices (2000 vs 4).
Full spec sheets: Arturia KeyLab 61 Mk3 · Novation SL MkIII 61. Rows with a highlighted background differ.