Novation Launchkey 61 MK4

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 61’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 61’s upgraded keybed is sensitive enough for the most delicate passages, but it’s also built to last. Now with 61 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 61’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 61 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.

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.