Novation Introduces Fourth Generation Launchkey MIDI Keyboard Controllers

Novation’s new Launchkey is designed to provide the most detailed DAW integration of any Launchkey to date, offering in-depth hands-on control of all major DAWs.

PRESS ANNOUNCEMENT

This new generation of controllers includes a generative arpeggiator, powerful chord and scales modes, and a step sequencer for Ableton Live. Launchkey ships with an impressive collection of plugin instruments and effects from Klevgrand, Orchestral Tools, and GForce, as well as Ableton Live Lite and exclusive lessons from Melodics. The hardware has been re-engineered to look, feel, and play like an instrument, with high-quality keybeds and unique patented Launchpad-style FSR pads with polyphonic aftertouch. They also now feature continuous encoders and sharp OLED displays.

The Launchkey range comprises six models:

• Launchkey 61: (61 full-sized semi-weighted piano-style keys and nine faders)
• Launchkey 49: (49 full-sized semi-weighted piano-style keys and nine faders)
• Launchkey 37: (37 full-sized keys)
• Launchkey 25: (25 full-sized keys)
• Launchkey Mini 37: (37 mini synth-action keys)
• Launchkey Mini 25: (25 mini synth-action keys)

Novation Launchkey Features

In-depth DAW control 

Powerful control of Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, Reason, and more, with no set-up required

Tweak your software 

Eight encoders (and an additional nine faders on the 49 and 61 key modals) deliver instant control over DAW mixers, virtual instruments, and effects; user mappings can also be created for customized control

Play drums and instruments 

16 velocity-sensitive pads with polyphonic aftertouch for playing drums and instruments, as well as launching clips and working with grids; the patented design delivers increased responsiveness than standard FSR drum pads

Perform with high-quality keybeds 

Launchkey 49 and 61 both have keybeds that are semi-weighted with waterfall keys for piano-style performances; 25 and 37 keybeds are synth-styled, delivering superb playability and feel; and finally, Launchkey Mini 25 and 37 have responsive and sensitive keys.

Powerful tools for creating chords and patterns 

Powerful built-in Arpeggiator and three Chord Modes to easily create musical progressions: Fixed Chord, User Chord, and Chord Maps

Always stay in key 

Scale Mode locks notes on the keyboard into the right key, and Chord Detector shows what chord is currently being played, with visual representation on the OLED display

Split and Layer the keyboard on the 49 and 61-key models

Split enables you to divide the keyboard into two independent zones, and Layer means two MIDI channels can be played simultaneously from the same keys

Connect to other instruments 

Launchkey can be connected directly to synths and other MIDI hardware with the MIDI out port; it also works with your iPhone or iPad

Create your own control surfaces 

Launchkey is fully customizable; map MIDI parameters to pads and controls of your choice with Novation’s easy-to-use Components software.

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