Novation Launchkey 49 MK4
Novation - Launchkey 49 MK4, 49-Note Synth-Style Keyboard, 16 Velocity-Sensitive Pads, 8 Encoders
DAW Controller Keyboard
Novation - Launchkey 49
Add inspiration to your setupThe Novation Launchkey 49 is a powerful, all-in-one DAW controller with four octaves of semi-weighted keys and 16 patented FSR pads for finger drumming, clip launching, and more. You also get a bank of nine faders and eight endless rotary encoders for mixing, controlling plugins, and performing with built-in creative tools.
Upgraded hardware and a refreshed, minimalist design, the next generation of Launchkey gives you new ways to get creative in your DAW, with hardware synths, or on iPhone and iPad. Chord, Scale, and Arpeggio Modes have each been expanded to help you stay in key and perform in even more expressive ways – all with detailed feedback from the crisp, new OLED display.
Amazing Features
• Powerful control of Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, Reaper, Reason and more
• Eight encoders deliver instant control over DAW mixers, virtual instruments, and effects
• Sensitive and expressive 49-note synth-style keyboard
• 16 velocity-sensitive pads with polyphonic aftertouch
• Powerful built-in Arpeggiator and three Chord Modes
The Creative Controller
Enhanced DAW integrationStraight out of the box Launchkey supports all major DAWs 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 total control of transport functions, timeline navigation, mixing and 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 on screen.
More powerful creative toolsLaunchkey 49’s creative tools come built directly 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, or 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. The latest iteration of the much-loved arpeggiator makes it easier than ever to twist and mutate your sequences for endless inspiration.
best-ever keys and padsLaunchkey 49’s upgraded keybed is sensitive enough for the most delicate passages, but it’s also built to last. Now with 49 semi-weighted, waterfall-style keys, Launchkey gives you all the power of a software-based workflow with the feel of a premium hardware instrument. And for finger-drummers, Launchkey now sports 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.
Play your way with Custom ModesLaunchkey’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 computerLaunchkey 49’s five-pin MIDI output makes it easy to hook up your hardware synthesizer without a DAW. Together with Components and custom mappings, you can take control of all its most important functions directly from your keyboard. Launchkey is also USB-powered and class compliant, so it’s fully compatible with countless music-making apps for iPhone and iPad – including the free Novation Launchpad app.
All you need to createLaunchkey 49 comes with everything needed to plug in and start making music right away. The included Ableton Live 12 Lite gives you the ability to record and perform with up to eight tracks of MIDI or audio, as well as 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.
Included Software
Ableton Live 12 LiteLive 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 on stage, and much more.
GForceNovation have 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 basslines, airy melodies, lush chords, and intricate sequences effortlessly.
Orchestral ToolsDiscover the perfect blend of orchestral instruments and effects tailored for Novation Launchkey. This curated bundle combines selections from two Orchestral Tools collections; Inspire 2 and Time Macro, offering you a versatile suite of sounds. These samples, recorded to the highest standards, bring the essence of a full orchestra to your fingertips.
KlevgrandKlevgrand's LUXE is an easy-to-use effect plugin 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 multi- delay system. With up to 50 individual delay lines at your command, you can precisely control volume, pre- delay, feedback, and high shelf for each one. Slammer is a multi-sampled drum plugin that contains 30 different instruments made from a large number of carefully recorded and edited samples with highly customizable with settings for pitch, filtering, effect sends, decay time, velocity mapping, and more.
MelodicsMelodics is a unique desktop and mobile app the 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.
The Tech Spec
Features | Specification | Keys | 49 |
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Display | OLED |
Pads | 16 RGB backlit velocity sensitive pads – with proprietary FSR technology |
Buttons | 2 pad page buttons Scene Launch / Func buttons 2 encoder page buttons 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 |
Wheels | Pitch bend and modulation wheels |
Encoders | 8 |
I/O | 5 pin MIDI out socket USB C socket Sustain pedal 1/4” jack socket Kensington security slot |
Power Requirements | USB bus powered Power supply not included |
Dimensions | Width: 730mm/28.74" Height: 93mm/3.66" Depth: 263.5mm/10.37" |
Weight | Without accessories: 4.08 kg/9.00 lbs With accessories: 4.12 kg/9.08 lbs |