The Novation Launchkey 49 MK4 MIDI Keyboard Controller - 49 keys are a powerful DAW controller with four octaves of semi-weighted, waterfall-style keys, eight continuous encoders, nine faders and 16 velocity sensitive pads for playing drums and instruments and launching clips. Creative Chord and Scale models are built right in and work with the OLED display to make staying in key effortless. Enhanced DAW Integration Launchkey supports all major DAWs right out the box with seamless custom integration for Ableton Live, Logic, Cubase, Reason Studios, Reaper, FL Studio, and Ardour. With these, you get a hardware-powered workflow that gives you full control of transport functions, timeline navigation, mixing, EQ, clip launching, and instrument and effect parameters. And when using Ableton Live's Session View or Logic's Live Loops, the 16 drum pads double as Launchpad-style clip launchers with RGB backlights that perfectly match what you see onscreen. More Powerful Creative Tools Launchkey 49’s creative tools are built into the hardware itself, so they work the same way in your DAW, with your hardware synths, or on your mobile devices. Scale Modes now allow you to lock your keyboard to one of 30 different scales to eliminate wrong notes, and you can even map everything to just the white keys. Fixed Chord mode triggers full chords from a single key, and new Chord Maps take things further, allowing you to craft emotive progressions from Launchkey’s pads. And the latest iteration of Novation's much-loved arpeggiator makes it easier than ever to twist and mutate your sequences for endless inspiration. Splits and Layers Want to control more than one instrument at a time? You can now split Launchkey 49's keyboard into two zones, and play one with each hand; or layer two MIDI channels across all 49 keys, and send the same notes to both. This feature is only available on the 49- and 61-key MK4 Launchkeys. Highly Responsive Keybed and FSR Pads The 49-note waterfall keyboard is expressive, musical, and a joy to play. Semi weighted keys and velocity sensitivity ensure a natural and articulate playing experience. For finger-drummers, Launchkey now sports Novation's patented velocity-sensitive FSR drum pads with polyphonic aftertouch. Unlike standard pads, each one features a unique radial sensor that increases sensitivity and improves consistency for even tighter performances. They can also be set to trigger chords or individual notes with polyphonic aftertouch. Play Your Way with Custom Modes Launchkey's controls aren't limited to their default assignments; just load up the free Components software in your browser, and configure them to behave exactly the way you want with your software or hardware. You can store up to four custom mappings for both Launchkey's pads and its encoders, then recall them instantly from the hardware to send your chosen notes, MIDI CCs, or program changes. Go Beyond the Computer Launchkey 49's DIN 5-pin MIDI output makes it easy to hook up your hardware synthesizer—no DAW required. Together with Components and custom mappings, you can take control of your hardware's most important functions directly from the keyboard. Launchkey is also USB-powered and class compliant, so it's fully compatible with countless musicmaking apps for iPhone and iPad, including the free Novation Launchpad app. All You Need to Create Launchkey 49 comes with everything you need to plug in and start making music right away. The included Ableton Live 12 Lite gives you the ability to record and perform up to eight tracks of MIDI or audio, and a suite of instruments, effects, and creative tools—and it all works perfectly with Launchkey. You also get a selection of additional studio-grade effects and sounds from Novation and Focusrite. Software Bundle Included Ableton Live 12 Lite Live 12 Lite is the latest version of Ableton's innovative software for recording, producing, and performing music. It includes essential workflows, instruments, and effects for creating new sounds, recording ideas, performing onstage, and much more. GForce Novation also partnered with GForce to bring a comprehensive 4-in-1 bundle of some of the most iconic synths in history. This bundle includes one mono synth, two poly synths, and a tape-sampler emulation. Craft powerful bass lines, airy melodies, lush chords, and intricate sequences effortlessly. Orchestral Tools Discover the perfect blend of orchestral instruments and effects tailored for Novation Launchkey. Novation's curated bundle combines selections from two Orchestral Tools collections—Inspire 2 and Time Macro—offering you a versatile suite of sounds. These samples are recorded at the highest standards and bring the essence of a full orchestra to your fingertips. Klevgrand Klevgrand's LUXE is an easy-to-use effect plug-in designed for enhancing tracks to fit seamlessly within a mix, whether on drum buses, vocal tracks, or anything in-between. Klevgrand's R0Verb is a unique audio effect that merges the simplicity of reverb with the complexity of a multidelay system. With up to 50 individual delay lines at your command, you can precisely control volume, predelay, feedback, and high-shelf EQ for each one. Slammer is a multisample drum plug-in that contains 30 different instruments made from a large number of carefully recorded and edited samples with highly customizable settings for pitch, filtering, effect sends, decay time, velocity mapping, and more. Melodics Melodics is a unique desktop and mobile app that helps you learn to play the music that you love; whether on keys or pads. They have created a bundle of bespoke lessons for Novation users which are included free with Launchkey. Product Specifications: Keybed: 49 semi-weighted piano-style keys Creative tools: Generative arpeggiator with step editor Scale Mode - with 30 built-in scales to choose from Zones: Parts A and B, Split, and Layer Chord modes: Chord Map/Fixed Chord/User Chord Custom Modes: pads/encoders Controls and Pads: 16 RGB backlit velocity sensitive pads with polyphonic aftertouch 2 pad page buttons Scene Launch / Func buttons Octave up/down buttons Pitch bend and modulation wheels 8 endless rotary encoders 2 encoder page buttons Play/stop/record/loop buttons Capture MIDI/Undo/Quantise/Metronome Track navigation buttons Display: 128 x 64 monochrome OLED display DAW Integration Custom DAW scripts: Ableton Live 11 or later, Logic X and 11, Cubase 11 and 12, Reason Studios, FL Studio, and Ardour Compatible with all other DAWs through HUI Connectivity: USB-C socket 5 pin MIDI out socket Sustain pedal 1/4” jack socket Kensington security slot Power Requirements: USB bus powered Power supply not included What's in the box? Launchkey 49 USB type C-to-A cable Weight: 9 lbs. Shipping Dimensions: 31.2 x 14.5 x 5.8" Shipping Weight: 12.3 lbs.
