Introducing the AlphaTheta SLAB—an unprecedented innovation in the world of music production, marking its territory as the first MIDI controller meticulously designed specifically for Serato Studio. If you’re a Serato user, the SLAB elevates your production capabilities, unlocking a realm of hands-on control, speed, and creativity that transforms the way you shape your sound from inception to final mix.
Engineered to revolutionise your workflow, the SLAB places your most essential tools right at your fingertips. With a dedicated transport section serving as the nucleus of your creative process, experience effortless play, record, and seek functions coupled with a powerful multifunction dial for lightning-fast browsing and precise sample navigation. The innovative Focus Control feature allows you to manipulate third-party plugins instantaneously, hover your mouse over any parameter with no MIDI mapping needed.
At the forefront of the unit, a crisp OLED display provides real-time feedback on parameters and integration status. At the same time, four touch-sensitive encoders grant you direct access to EQs, stems, effects, and key controls within Serato Studio. Just a touch reveals assignments on the display, enabling you to work swiftly and confidently.
For dynamic performances, the SLAB is equipped with 16 responsive multicolour LED pads featuring velocity and aftertouch sensitivity, ideal for triggering samples, adding effects, and bringing your music to life. Effortlessly switch pad modes at a button’s touch, including the Pad FX mode, where you can layer up to four effects per column and perceive changes in real-time. The vertically arranged application controls make tasks such as chopping samples, slicing loops, and setting favourites quick and intuitive.
The 130mm long-stroke LED touch strip offers seamless control over filters, pitch, FX levels, and more, complete with vivid RGB indicators for accurate visual feedback.
Producers and DJs working with stems will find immense value in the SLAB’s Stems Level control, empowering you to independently adjust vocals, melody, drums, and bass directly from the hardware when utilising Serato Studio, Sample, or DJ Pro. This feature is a tremendous time-saver for refining your mix or enhancing a live DJ set.
Seamless integration lies at the core of the SLAB’s design. It effortlessly syncs with Serato Studio, Serato Sample, and Serato DJ Pro while its versatile MIDI mode allows you to integrate it seamlessly into your favourite DAW, all while leveraging Serato’s powerful tools. When paired with Serato DJ Pro, the SLAB transforms into a fully supported Official Serato Accessory, delivering DJs an unprecedented level of creative control on stage.