Description Introducing the Launchkey 61 MK4, a powerful and versatile all-in-one DAW controller. It features five octaves of semi-weighted keys, 16 FSR pads for finger drumming and clip launching, nine faders, and eight rotary encoders for precise mixing and performance control. This version boasts improved hardware and a sleek design to boost creativity across your DAW and hardware synths, as well as iPhone and iPad. The Chord, Scale, and Arpeggio Modes help you stay in key and perform expressively, with clear feedback on the OLED display. The Launchkey 61 MK4 integrates seamlessly with major DAWs like Ableton Live, Logic, Cubase, and more. Get full control over transport, timeline navigation, and mixing, with the 16 drum pads doubling as clip launchers featuring RGB backlighting. Designed for sensitivity, the keybed includes 61 semi-weighted, waterfall-style keys and FSR drum pads with polyphonic aftertouch, ensuring consistent response and feel. Utilise Scale Modes to lock into one of 30 scales or use Fixed Chord mode for playing full chords from a single key. With the updated arpeggiator, you can create evolving sequences easily. You can split the keyboard into two zones or layer MIDI channels across all keys. Personalize your setup with Custom Modes using the free Components software, allowing you to configure faders, pads, and encoders. Store up to four custom mappings for quick recall. With a five-pin MIDI output, the keyboard connects directly to your hardware synth. Its USB power ensures compatibility with various music-making apps on iPhone and iPad, including the free Novation Launchpad app. Included with the Launchkey 61 MK4 is Ableton Live 12 Lite, offering recording capabilities and a suite of instruments and effects to jumpstart your music-making journey, plus studio-grade sounds from Novation and Focusrite. Features Comprehensive DAW Integration: Effortlessly control Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, Reaper, Reason, and more without any setup required. Customisable Software Control: Eight encoders provide immediate access to DAW mixers, virtual instruments, and effects, with the option to create personalised mappings for tailored control. High-Quality Keybed: Enjoy a 61-note synth-style keyboard designed for superior playability and performance. Versatile Pad Functionality: 16 velocity-sensitive pads with polyphonic aftertouch are perfect for playing drums and instruments, launching clips, and working with grids. Advanced Chord and Pattern Tools: Utilise the built-in arpeggiator and three Chord Modes—Fixed Chord, User Chord, and Chord Maps—to easily craft musical progressions. Key and Chord Management: Scale Mode keeps your notes in the correct key, while the Chord Detector displays the current chord on the OLED screen. Flexible Keyboard Layout: Split the keyboard into two separate zones or use Layer mode to play two MIDI channels simultaneously with the same keys. MIDI Hardware Connectivity: Connect directly to synthesizers and other MIDI devices via the full-size MIDI out port; also compatible with iPhone and iPad. Customisable Control Surfaces: Personalise your setup by mapping MIDI parameters to the pads and controls of your choice using Novation’s intuitive Components software. Included Software: Comes with Ableton Live Lite and a selection of professional-grade virtual instruments. Three-Year Manufacturer Warranty: Enjoy peace of mind with a comprehensive three-year warranty. Software Included Ableton Live 12 Lite GForce bundle: Oberheim SEM Oberheim OB-EZ GForce AXXESS GForce Bass Station Parallel Orchestras bundle by Orchestral Tools: Delicate Piano Flautando Strings Percussion FX Shadowy Paradox Texture Woodwind Parallax Klevgrand bundle: LUXE R0Verb Slammer Melodics curated lessons Tech Spec 61 keys OLED display 16 RGB backlit velocity sensitive pads – with proprietary FSR technology 2 pad page buttons Scene Launch / Func buttons Pitch bend and modulation wheels 8 encoders 2 encoder page buttons 9 faders 9 faders buttons 5 pin MIDI out socket Capture MIDI/Undo/Quantise/Metronome buttons Scale/Chord Map/Arp/Fixed Chord/Settings/Shift buttons Octave up/down buttons Play/stop/record/loop button Track navigation buttons USB C socket Sustain pedal 1/4” jack socket Kensington security slot Power Requirements USB bus powered Power supply not included Other Weight (without accessories): 4.78kg/10.54lbs Weight (with accessories): 4.82kg/10.63lbs Height: 93mm/3.66" Width: 895mm/35.24" Depth: 263.5mm/10.37"
