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The Novation Launchkey Mini is your ticket to on-the-go creation with Ableton. This miniature controller is uber functional, has useful features, and easily fits in your backpack. It has 25 synth-action mini keys and 16 velocity-sensitive RBG pads that you can use to play your way. You can use the illuminated pads to play samples, trigger loops, and control drums. The Launchkey Mini MK3 USB Midi Controller is designed to work seamlessly with Ableton Live. Even if you use a different DAW, your new Launchkey will work with it. No matter what you’re creating, the Launchkey will handle your sessions like a champion.





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Chord Modes, Arpeggiator, and Mutate





Chord Modes change the Launchkey MK3’s keys and pads into an interactive control surface for music exploration, in which every note you play is tonally and harmonically associated. The arpeggiator lets you explore new ideas and nail the perfect melodies quickly, while the mutate function reassembles your patterns into exciting new musical statements.





Custom Modes





Custom Modes simplify communications between controller and software, putting more power than ever right at your fingertips. Programmable using the browser-based Novation Components tool, Custom Modes let you customize the behavior of your Launchkey, giving you total mastery over control assignments, MIDI routing, pad color, and more.





Connect your external gear





If you use external gear with a TRS Type A 1/8-inch MIDI port, the Novation Launchkey Mini has you covered. Connect your hardware synths and devices to your rig and control everything from your Launchkey, whether you use it standalone or with a computer. Previous-generation Launchkey models didn’t have this feature, and we’re very happy that Novation has included it on the Launchkey Mini MK3!





Designed for Ableton, works with any major DAW





Many musicians at Sweetwater use Ableton and love the streamlined workflow they get from Novation’s Launchkey controllers. That’s because Novation designed the Launchkey’s controls to integrate immediately and seamlessly with Ableton Live. All the controls are completely assignable, however. And if you do use another major DAW, the Novation Launchkey Mini will instantly map to it. Launchkey has full integration with Logic and Reason, plus native functionality with other major DAWs, including Studio One, Cubase, and Pro Tools, via HUI.





Hit the ground running, right out of the box





Whether you’re just starting out or locked in the groove, Launchkey Mini is the keyboard controller that takes you further on your musical journey. Shipping with a powerful software bundle of virtual instruments, plug-ins, and sample packs that includes Ableton Live 10 Lite, Spitfire Audio LABS Expressive Strings, XLN Audio Addictive Keys, Klevgrand R0Verb and DAW Cassette, and AAS Session Bundle; Launchkey Mini gives you everything you need to hit the ground running, right out of the box! Start making music immediately with Novation’s Launchkey Mini.





Novation Launchkey Mini mk3 Keyboard Controller Features:


25 synth-action keys allow for 2-octave range at one time


16 backlit velocity-sensitive pads are fully-customizable


Fully controls Ableton Live


8 rotary knobs allow you to customize your tone


Pitch and modulation sliders provide extra tone-shaping tools


Fixed chord mode transposes your chord up and down the keyboard


TRS Type A 1/8-inch MIDI port (adapter cable not included)


MIDI out sends program changes to hardware synths and more


Kensington security slot prevents grab 'n' go theft


3-year warranty