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Novation Launchkey 61 USB Keyboard Controller for Ableton Live, 61-Note MK2 Version

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61 Keys
Brand Focusrite
Number of Keys 61
Connectivity Technology USB
Special Feature Keyboard Controller
Size 61 Keys

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  • MK2 version of Novation's 61-note USB keyboard controller for Ableton Live
  • 16 velocity-sensitive RGB pads, 8 knobs, and dedicated navigation and control buttons
  • Software for Mac and PC
  • Fully USB bus-powered and class compliant; works without drivers or power cable. OS Compatibility - macOS 10.12 Sierra, Mac OSX 10.11,10.10,10.9. Windows 10,8,7
  • Software for Mac and PC, Including: Ableton Live Lite, XLN Audio Addictive Keys. Maximum power consumption 9V DC 250mA. Novation now offers a 3-Year Warranty on this and all other Novation products.

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Customer Ratings
For beginners
4.1
4.3
3.9
4.1
4.1
4.5
Portability
3.9
4.7
4.5
4.4
4.4
4.4
Value for money
4.2
4.2
4.3
4.3
4.5
Tech Support
4.0
4.6
3.7
3.8
3.8
Quality of material
3.9
4.2
4.1
4.1
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number of keys
61
61
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61
25
49
hardware interface
usb2.0
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connectivity tech
USB
USB
USB
Auxiliary
USB
USB
model year
2023
2022
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weight
9.26 pounds
3.08 kilograms
2.78 pounds
7.5 pounds
453 grams
2.2 kilograms

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Product Description

Novation Launchkey (MK2) is the quickest and easiest way to produce and perform electronic music using Ableton Live. You just plug in via USB and the keys, faders, knobs and velocity-sensitive RGB pads give you immediate hands-on control of your session view, instruments, effects, and mixer. Launch clips, control FX, play beats, and much more using 16 pads laid out in two rows of eight, to match your Ableton Live session view; one row to launch clips, and one row to stop them. Full color RGB LEDs mean they'll match the color of your clips too, while velocity-sensitivity lets you really put some feeling into your beats. Launchkey is designed to let you shape your sound however you like. Use eight rock solid rotary knobs to tweak your instruments and effects, and nine dedicated faders for hands-on control of your mixer. The 61-note synth-style keyboard is lightweight, fast and very easy to play, but also velocity-sensitive so you can create truly expressive performances. All the controls integrate seamlessly and immediately with Ableton Live, and can be reassigned to anything. Of course, if you do not use Ableton, it will map to other major music software using In Control. Launchkey 61 is tough enough to take and use anywhere. It will work the moment you plug it into your laptop and you won’t need any drivers or power cables, because it’s class compliant and bus-powered via USB. Launchkey comes with absolutely everything you need to start making music: Ableton Live Lite, our Bass Station and V-Station virtual instruments, plus a comprehensive 4GB collection of production-ready samples from world-leading sample store Loopmasters.

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Everything You Need

Everything You Need

Launchkey is our easy-to-use MIDI keyboard controller. It’s pretty much the quickest and easiest way to produce and perform electronic music, especially in Ableton Live – because we designed it specifically for the purpose. You can choose between 25, 49 and 61-note versions.

Start Immediately

Start Immediately

Launchkey is fully USB bus-powered and class compliant, so it works straight away without power supplies or drivers on Mac or PC. It comes with everything you need to start making electronic music.

Take Control of Ableton Live

Take Control of Ableton Live

The less time you spend messing with your mouse, the more time you have for making music, you should use a MIDI keyboard controller that integrates immediately and automatically with Ableton Live

Take Control of Ableton Live

Take Control of Ableton

Tweak and Mix Your Tracks

Tweak and Mix Your Tracks

Addictive Keys

Addictive Keys

Everything You Need

Everything You Need

 Learn with Melodics

Control All Major Software

Make Beats in RGB Colour

Control All Major Software

Learn with Melodics

Free keys and pad drumming lessons with Melodics makes you get the most out of your controller straight out of the box.

Control All Major Software

Get automatic hands-on control of other music software using InControl.

Make Beats in RGB Colour

16 RGB velocity-sensitive pads for both colour-matched feedback when launching clips and creating expressive drum beats.

Control All Major Software

Your choice of music software is crucial. Designed for Ableton Live, its pads and buttons take control of all other major software too using InControl.

Launchkey 25 Launchkey 49 Launchkey 61 Launchkey Mini
Launchkey 25 Launchkey 49 Launchkey 61 Launchkey Mini
Customer Reviews
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4.6 out of 5 stars
1,960
4.6 out of 5 stars
1,960
Bus Powered
Compatibility Mac/PC Mac/PC Mac/PC Mac/PC
Host Connectivity USB 2.0 USB 2.0 USB 2.0 USB 2.0
Keyboard Size 25 Key 49 Key 61 Key 25 Key
Knobs 8 8 8 8
Pads 16 16 16 16
Velocity & Pressure Sensitive

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4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
1,960 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, performance, value, and ease of installation of the audio midi controller. They mention that the knobs and sliders are all decent quality, and the pads work perfectly for drum programming and triggering sound samples. They also like the size, sensitivity, and feel. That said, opinions are mixed on the keyboard keys.

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145 customers mention117 positive28 negative

Customers like the quality of the audio midi controller. They say that it fits on their desk comfortably, works like it should, and is great for apartments or studio setups. They mention that the knobs and sliders are all decent quality, and are quite nice for drum programming and triggering sound samples. Overall, customers are impressed with the build quality of this piece, saying that it's absolutely fantastic.

"...: I am really pleased with my Launchkey, and for what it is, the quality, and the portability, it is definitely worth the price." Read more

"...I've even been able to map some VST instrument controls (LFO, Oscillator, etc) which make a VST like having hardware where you can twist knobs for..." Read more

"...those hidden menus for group pad selection combos which makes it easy to control almost all midi compatible event triggers flawlessly...." Read more

"...The 16 drum pads are solid and responsive. They work beautifully for the functions I wanted them to serve in Mainstage...." Read more

106 customers mention87 positive19 negative

Customers like the performance of the audio midi controller. They say it works well, the pads work perfectly as mini drum pads, and the sequences it creates are great. They also appreciate the VST plugins, which are very useful. The rest of the device is ok, and they love it. They use it with Ableton Live and make quality beats. They mention it's compatible with other types of software, and that it'll work with Launchkey. They like the design and the fact that it doesn't need external software or drivers.

"...with Novation Bass Station and V-Station VST plugins which are very useful, especially if you're doing electronic music...." Read more

"...Its the best deal for the low. I recommend you give it a try. It works magical wonders. Thank you Novation. It's been a pleasure doing business." Read more

"...The 16 drum pads are solid and responsive. They work beautifully for the functions I wanted them to serve in Mainstage...." Read more

"...I have not had any of those issue. Everything working great. And is a joy and wonder all it can do looking thru YouTube vid's on the device." Read more

58 customers mention51 positive7 negative

Customers like the value of the audio midi controller. They say it's definitely worth the price, a really good midi keyboard for the price and that the knobs feel and look sturdy and premium.

"...what it is, the quality, and the portability, it is definitely worth the price." Read more

"...Its the best deal for the low. I recommend you give it a try. It works magical wonders. Thank you Novation. It's been a pleasure doing business." Read more

"...a completely adequate keyboard and control surface for a very reasonable price...." Read more

"...For anyone starting out in music production or wanting a cheap, portable midi controller for their software, this product is great...." Read more

56 customers mention45 positive11 negative

Customers find the installation process of the audio midi controller to be easy. They mention that it works well, is easy to set up and use, and integrates seamlessly with their DAW. It is great for beginners and makes for very natural and intuitive music programming. The quick start manual is a good help, and there are a number of great video tutorials on YT.

"...and setting it up with my software but it was a breeze to get the hang of it quick...." Read more

"...The pads have RGB back lighting, which have impressive plug and play functionality in Abelton, but I have not yet figured out if there is any way..." Read more

"...The Launchkey Mini performs as advertised and is completely plug and play with Ableton...." Read more

"...the workflow of Ableton recently and this just melts into that program effortlessly...." Read more

44 customers mention39 positive5 negative

Customers like the size of the audio midi controller. They say it is very compact, simple, and fits right on their desk. The keys have a good weight to them, and it saves a lot of room on the desk. It is the perfect size and weight for moving on and off a desk, and is a portable midi control for their software. It fits the bill perfectly, and runs with just one cable, making transportation easy.

"...The controller is run with just one cable, so transportation is easy.- The keys are somewhat sensitive to velocity...." Read more

"...anyone starting out in music production or wanting a cheap, portable midi controller for their software, this product is great...." Read more

"...whatsoever, and ... it's just really awesome that it fits right on my desk. I actually use the dang thing. All the time...." Read more

"...This is a very good midi for travel. Super compact, has pretty much everything you need...." Read more

33 customers mention26 positive7 negative

Customers generally like the sensitivity of the audio midi controller. They say the touch pads have a nice velocity sensitivity, the push pads and keys are very responsive, and the sliders and knobs are responsive. Some customers mention that the touchpads are somewhat sensitive to velocity. Overall, customers are happy with the quality and functionality of the product.

"...The keys are somewhat sensitive to velocity...." Read more

"...The keyboard plays fantastic. Typical synth style keys, so if you're used to a DX-7, SH-101 or the Ultranova, this will feel right at home...." Read more

"...The 16 touch pads have a nice velocity sensitivity weighted pressure to smash on for drum grooves on the fly. Cool multi color LED on the touch pads...." Read more

"...The 16 drum pads are solid and responsive. They work beautifully for the functions I wanted them to serve in Mainstage...." Read more

30 customers mention22 positive8 negative

Customers like the feel of the audio midi controller. For example they mention it has a great feel, with comfortable-sized keys.

"...is a region of higher resistance and then a click through and it feels nice and helps a player know if they are fully pressing the key or not...." Read more

"...Faders and knobs feel and look sturdy & premium. Keys feel decent. Would recommend." Read more

"...Very squishy. Knobs have a good resistance and the non-pad buttons feel consistent...." Read more

"...Keys feel good, they aren't weighted but they certainly are not cheap $30 keyboard keys...." Read more

76 customers mention41 positive35 negative

Customers are mixed about the keyboard keys of the audio midi controller. Some mention that the keys are great, with a good feel, while others say that they are a bit mushy and the drum pads are easy to jam your finger on. The keys don't have the greatest action, and are awkward to play on.

"...Pros:- My 49 key is great for it's range of keys without being big enough that it needs dedicated space.-..." Read more

"...The keys don't have the greatest action, but I suppose I'm a bit spoiled by some of my other controllers and synthesizers...." Read more

"...The keyboard plays fantastic. Typical synth style keys, so if you're used to a DX-7, SH-101 or the Ultranova, this will feel right at home...." Read more

"...The keys are pretty meh compared to the AKAI mini key quality on the MPK or APC Key 25, which isn't great either. Very squishy...." Read more

Great value
4 Stars
Great value
Very cool controller, the only other controller I have owned is a kx88 which is tiers above this price range so I'll be gentle.Light weight, I'd be comfortable hiking with this thing on my back. kx88 breaks my back to move it across the house.Key action, this is why I gave it 4 out of 5 stars. I learned on a vintage upright piano and then the kx88 weighted action keys so I know what keys are supposed to feel like and this leaves me wanting slightly. I try to take into account I bought this brand new and the drum rack buttons and key springs are all more rigid than they will be when I break it in a little better.Would I buy it again? probably so. The features I haven't touched on are what make this particular controller so valuable. 'in control' buttons.So I bought a stand for it that includes a laptop rack from griffin which is badass, but I could get away without having the pc so close because the in control buttons communicate seamlessly with ableton live so that you can navigate and record with out having the grab a mouse and find your cursor and move it over. I plan on producing large quantities of tracks for movies and tv with this rig so this makes it much more streamlined.Novation, if you sold a weighted model I would have bought it in 61 keys. My next purchase will be to get that acoustic piano key action back in my life.
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