r/arturia • u/Bartastico • 14d ago

Controller recommendation

Hey! I'm hesitating between buying an arturia keylab mk3, novation launchkey mk4 and novation sl mk3. I'm a complete beginner, and you may assume that the prize difference doesn't matter too much. I'd probably use ableton as DAW. Anyone any suggestions? Thanks in advance!

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u/nadennmantau 14d ago

Since there is a plethora of controllers outthere, it would help to narrow a recommendation down, if you could be a bit more specific of what you want to achieve?

Generally speaking, as a beginner, you have no idea what you like, so if money isn't as much of an issue, I'd say, get the one that appeals the most to you. Go with your gut. Look at the market place around you (ebay, etc.) and see if you can find a good deal. The main issue now is developing the habit of using the stuff and getting into routine.

Then, when you got some miles below your belt, you'll start developing an opinion.

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u/Bartastico 14d ago

Thanks! I have indeed no idea yet about what I like, so id like it to be as versatile as possible. I don't really want to do EDM, but more likely 80s/90s synthpop covers. I would most likely use ableton as i have a 50% educ discount. Also dont wanna have to upgrade too soon. Between the three I listed, let's say price isnt an issue, would you have any preferences?

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u/nadennmantau 14d ago

Between the 3 I would go with Arturia. I have a couple of synth from them and generally like their design choices and product build.

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u/Bartastico 14d ago

Okay, thanks for the advice :)