Novation Launchkey 61 is one of quickest and easiest ways 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 61 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. It also integrates with FL Studio, Pro Tools, Reason, Cubase, Studio One, and Logic. Novation calls this InControl technology, because it puts you in control immediately without any manual mapping.

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 USB bus-powered on Mac or PC.

Launchkey 61 comes with absolutely everything you need to start making music: Ableton Live Lite, Novation Bass Station and V-Station virtual instruments, plus a comprehensive 1GB collection of production-ready samples from world-leading sample store Loopmasters.

2nd generation of the popular Launchkey MIDI controller series.

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FAQs

How well does the Novation Launchkey 61 MK2 integrate with Ableton Live?

The Novation Launchkey 61 MK2 offers seamless integration with Ableton Live, allowing you to launch clips, control the mixer, and play instruments directly from the controller, enhancing your workflow and performance capabilities.

Does the Novation Launchkey 61 MK2 require a computer to function?

Yes, the Novation Launchkey 61 MK2 is designed to be used with a computer and requires a DAW for full functionality, though it can perform basic MIDI functions with other hardware.

What type of keys does the Novation Launchkey 61 MK2 have?

The Novation Launchkey 61 MK2 features a synth-action keyboard with full-size keys, providing a responsive playing experience suitable for various music production and performance needs.

How many pads does the Novation Launchkey 61 MK2 have, and are they velocity-sensitive?

The Novation Launchkey 61 MK2 includes 16 velocity-sensitive pads, allowing for dynamic performance control and expressive beat-making.

What connectivity options are available on the Novation Launchkey 61 MK2?

The Novation Launchkey 61 MK2 offers USB MIDI and MIDI output connectivity, enabling versatile integration with both computer-based setups and external MIDI hardware.