AlphaTheta revolutionizes music production with SLAB

Editorial Staff
2 days ago
2 min read

AlphaTheta has officially launched SLAB, the first-ever MIDI controller created specifically for Serato Studio, the popular music production software that debuted in 2019. SLAB is designed to streamline the creative process for producers and beatmakers, featuring 16 velocity-sensitive RB pads that provide responsive, expressive playability. The controller also includes a large multifunction dial for intuitive browsing and a built-in step sequencer with grid editing, velocity control, swing, and note nudgeessential tools for crafting intricate, dynamic rhythms and grooves.

SLAB seamlessly integrates with Serato Studio and Serato DJ Pro, expanding its versatility for both production and live performance. Powered via USB, the controller also boasts a 13cm touch strip that enables real-time modulation of parameters, giving users precise control over effects and sounds during their sessions.

Yoshinori Kataoka, CEO of AlphaTheta, highlighted the long-standing partnership with Serato, which began in 2011. He noted that SLAB embodies the shared passion for music and innovation that drives both companies, aiming to offer artists powerful tools to unlock their creativity.

The SLAB controller is available now at a retail price of $299 or £259 (excluding VAT), positioning itself as an accessible yet feature-rich option for musicians looking to elevate their production setup.

In addition to SLAB, AlphaTheta recently released a limited-edition yellow OMNIS-DUO in collaboration with artist Elijah, as well as their next-genera-tion flagship media player, the CDJ-3000X. The company also enhanced its ecosystem by introducing Spotify Premium integration with Serato DJ Pro and Serato Du Lite, giving users instant access to a catalog of over 100 million tracks.

With SLAB, AlphaTheta continues to push the boundaries of music techno-logy, providing producers and DJs with innovative tools that inspire creativity and elevate performance.

Buy the AlphaTheta SLAB here.

Molella: "I'm always looking for new inspiration so I can keep up with the times"

Molella, an Italian DJ and producer, has been a key figure in European dance music since the ’90s. Famous for "Freed From Desire" by Gala, he has worked with international artists like The Outhere Brothers, Heaven 17, KT Tunstall, and Edward Maya, and remixed top Italian names including Jovanotti, Gemelli Diversi, 883, Vasco Rossi, Tananai, and The Kolors. Active on social media, he shares updates on DJ sets, remixes, and new projects, and together with dj Albertino, "Get Far

Interviews

AlphaTheta revolutionizes music production with SLAB

AlphaTheta has officially launched SLAB , the first-ever MIDI controller created specifically for Serato Studio , the popular music production software that debuted in 2019. SLAB is designed to streamline the creative process for producers and beatmakers, featuring 16 velocity-sensitive RB pads that provide responsive, expressive playability. The controller also includes a large multifunction dial for intuitive browsing and a built-in step sequencer with grid editing, veloc

Tech

David Bowie' schildhood home to open to the public in 2027

David Bowie was not only one of the most innovative voices in 20th-century music but also a cultural icon who left an unforgettable mark on the world of art. Now, for the first time, his childhood home in Bromley, East London, will open its doors to the public, giving fans and visitors a unique opportunity to uncover the roots of this legendary figure. 2027 will mark a special milestone for all David Bowie fans: his childhood home in Bromley , East London , will finally open

News

Argy & TNY reunite on "Running", as part of Argy’s Neworld II

A hypnotic melodic techno collaboration featured on Argy’s upcoming album Neworld II. TNY joins forces with Argy on " Running " a standout cut from Argy ’s album Neworld II , recently released. The collaboration marks a pivotal milestone in TNY ’s fast-rising career, highlighting the natural creative chemistry between the two producers and a shared artistic vision that fuses emotional depth with club-driven intensity. For TNY , the release carries added weight. Emerging fro

News

Jen Cardini launches Nightclubbing festival celebrating club culture in Paris

Paris is about to host Nightclubbing Festival, a groundbreaking event celebrating the culture and power of nightlife. Led by DJ Jen Cardini, it transforms the dan-cefloor into a space of communi-ty, resistance, and creativity. Spread across multiple Paris venues, the festival will showcase music, talks, art installations, and collaborations with partners like Mutek , providing a space to reflect on nightlife's political and cultural role. Paris , a historic hub of undergrou

News

USATOV: "Contrast between solitude and shared energy continues to shape my style"

Usatov is a german-russian DJ, producer, and founder of DIVE DEEP, he creates emotionally immersive soundscapes - blending melancholic melodies, tech-infused grooves with cinematic textures, organic instruments and his own vocals or those from artist he admires. With standout remixes of artists like Duke Dumont, MC Menor JP, and more, his edits have gained traction across genres. Usatovs original tracks were supported by names like Rose Ringed and Patrick Krause. His signatur

Interviews

Sam Quealy: "I love feeding off the energy in the room"

Photo Credit: CAPRICE Born in Australia and now based in Paris, Sam Quealy is a composer, songwriter, and performer who crafts a unique world where TECHNOPOP, anarchic pop, and hyper-feminine chaos collide. Her debut album Blonde Venus introduced a fiercely original universe—dark, volatile, and theatrical—shaped by her roots in cabaret, ballet, and global performance. With her sophomore album "JAWBREAKER" (out January 30), Sam expands this vision, amplifying the sweetness, da

Interviews

ANDRO: "Studying a classical instrument has been the most important investment I've ever made"

Andro is a music artist, producer, and DJ, best known as the keyboard player for the renowned Italian pop-rock band Negramaro. Trained as a classical pianist, he has gradually shaped his identity into a versatile and multifaceted produ-cer. With a deep passion for electronic music, fashion film soundtracks, and sound design, Andro has collaborated with prestigious Italian and international arti-sts, producers, labels, and brands. Currently, he works closely with Zamna Records

Interviews

Molella: "I'm always looking for new inspiration so I can keep up with the times"

AlphaTheta revolutionizes music production with SLAB

David Bowie' schildhood home to open to the public in 2027

Argy & TNY reunite on "Running", as part of Argy’s Neworld II

Jen Cardini launches Nightclubbing festival celebrating club culture in Paris

USATOV: "Contrast between solitude and shared energy continues to shape my style"

Sam Quealy: "I love feeding off the energy in the room"

ANDRO: "Studying a classical instrument has been the most important investment I've ever made"

Subscribe to our newsletter