Introducing the Novation Launchpad X, your essential 64-pad MIDI grid controller for Ableton Live. It's designed to give you everything you need to make music, streamline your workflow and spark your creativity. Launch, play, and perform your sounds, building your tracks using the large, super-sensitive RGB pads, dynamic note and scale modes, and mixer controls.

This controller is all about making your experience with Ableton Live easier and more enjoyable. With quick, hands-on clip and scene launching, it's the most playable grid to date. Play your instruments and devices expressively with the 64 velocity- and pressure-sensitive RGB pads.

The Dynamic Note and Scale modes let you easily play perfectly in-key basslines, melodies, chords, and leads. The Launchpad X even knows when you're drumming and shows your drum rack on the grid.

Go deeper and get the Launchpad X working the way you want. Use Novation Components to customize MIDI mappings, and control almost anything. With four custom modes, you can design how this essential grid controller works for you—you’re only limited by your imagination.

Key Features:

• 64 Large RGB pads: Velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads give you a perfect reflection of your Ableton Live session.
• Ableton Live Integration: Quickly launch clips and scenes, never lose ideas with Capture MIDI, and access performance controls like stop, solo, mute, record arm, volume, pan, and sends.
• Dynamic Note and Scale modes: Effortlessly play perfectly in-key basslines, melodies, chords, and leads.
• Four Custom Modes: Use Novation Components to customize mappings and control anything MIDI easily.
• USB bus-powered: No need for additional power sources, just plug and perform.
• Includes USB cable and software package with Ableton Live Lite.
• Firmware v2: Introduces the exciting Custom Mode keystroke widget. Assign essential DAW shortcuts using Novation Components for a faster, more intuitive workflow. An additional four Custom Mode slots have been added giving you a total of eight slots for customization freedom.

Owner's manual

Product specs

FAQs

Does the Novation Launchpad X require a computer to function?

Yes, the Novation Launchpad X primarily functions as a MIDI controller and requires a computer to fully utilize its capabilities, especially when used with software like Ableton Live.

Is the Novation Launchpad X compatible with Ableton Live?

Yes, the Novation Launchpad X is designed to integrate seamlessly with Ableton Live, providing an intuitive grid-based interface for launching clips and controlling the software.

Can the Novation Launchpad X be used with DAWs other than Ableton Live?

While the Launchpad X is optimized for Ableton Live, it can also be used with other DAWs that support MIDI input, such as Logic Pro, though some features may require manual mapping.

What kind of power supply does the Novation Launchpad X require?

The Novation Launchpad X is USB bus-powered, meaning it draws power directly from the computer via a USB-C connection, eliminating the need for an external power supply.

Are the pads on the Novation Launchpad X velocity-sensitive?

Yes, the Launchpad X features 64 RGB backlit pads that are velocity-sensitive, allowing for expressive performance dynamics.

Does the Novation Launchpad X support polyphonic aftertouch?

Yes, the Launchpad X supports polyphonic aftertouch, enabling more nuanced control over sound modulation and expression.