Novation’s dedicated FL Studio controller family has just been upgraded, with four new models expanding on the capabilities of their predecessors and offering improved hardware alongside even tighter integration with Image-Line's hugely popular DAW software.
The FLKey 2 line-up boasts some significant upgrades, including new semi-weighted keybeds for the 49- and 61-note models, along with more responsive drum pads, endless encoders and a new OLED display that provides visual feedback on key software parameters. All models also benefit from Scale and Chord modes and a powerful built-in arpeggiator.
Thanks to enhanced DAW scripts, all models now provide even deeper integration between their hardware controls and FL Studio. Users gain tactile control over essential elements of the software including the Channel Rack and Mixer, as well as getting hands-on control of plug-in parameters and expanded sequencing capabilities via the RGB-backlit pads.
All of the new FLkey controllers come supplied with a new software collection that’s been designed to get users up and running as quickly as possible. Each unit is bundled with a six-month subscription to FL Studio Producer Edition; a range of premium instruments and effects from Native Instruments, GForce, Orchestral Tools and Klevgrand; bespoke finger-drumming and keyboard lessons from Melodics; and Novation Play — a virtual instrument that comes packed with presets and has been designed to work seamlessly with FLkey’s hardware controls.
“We’re proud to have worked so closely with Image-Line to deliver the only keyboard controller designed specifically for FL Studio. Through this collaboration, we’ve added even more direct hardware access to the features and workflows that are most important to FL Studio's core user base. We know the FLkey 2 will be a huge step forward for beatmakers and producers.” - Nicholas Howlett, Head of Marketing, Novation
Key Features
- Lay Down Beats: FLkey’s 16 RGB pads are perfect for triggering samples in the Channel Rack, step sequencing, or finger drumming with FPC, Slicex or Fruity Slicer.
- Play Basslines & Melodies: Each FLkey controller features great-feeling keys plus pitch and mod wheels or touch strips. 49 and 61-key sizes now feature semi-weighted keybeds.
- Build Tracks With Patterns: Create and duplicate Patterns with a dedicated layout on the colour-coded pads.
- Fine-tune Levels, Sweep Filters, Dial In Effects and More: Everything maps automatically to FLkey’s eight knobs and, on FLkey 49 and 61, nine faders.
- Quickly And Easily Lay Down Chord Progressions, Melodies And Patterns: FLkey has inspiring Scale and Chord Modes plus a powerful arpeggiator built right in.
- Split And Layer The Keys: FLkey 49 and 61’s keyboards can be split into independent zones or layers for playing two instruments at once.
- Go Beyond FL Studio: Connect synths and other MIDI hardware via the MIDI Out port, craft custom layouts with Components, or control other DAWs with Mackie HUI support.
- NKS-ready Hardware: Native Kontrol Standard creates a two-way connection between FLkey and all your Native Instruments and NKS-ready software.
- Everything You Need To Get Started: Start creating right away with six months of FL Studio Producer Edition, plus Novation Play and a wide range of premium instruments and effects from Native Instruments, GForce, Klevgrand and Orchestral Tools. You also get access to a selection of bespoke finger-drumming and keyboard lessons from Melodics.
Pricing & Availability
The FLKey 2 models are all available now, priced as follows:
- FLKey 2 Mini 25: $129.99£109.99 / €109.24
- FLKey 2 37: $229.99£199.99 / €193.27
- FLKey 2 49: $279.99£229.99 / €226.88
- FLKey 2 61: $329.99£279.99 / €277.30
GBP prices include VAT.
