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Novation Launchpad

Item ID: Launchpad

USB MIDI Controller for Ableton Live with Backlit 64-button Grid, 8 Scene-launching Buttons, Bi-directional Ableton Live Communication, and Ableton Live 8 Launchpad Edition Software - Mac/PC

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Made for Ableton Live Triggering Mayhem!

The Novation Launchpad is made for Ableton Live — but it's ready to change any MIDI-triggering world! This controller puts 72 trigger buttons under your reign, making it an amazing companion to Live's Session View. The Launchpad's buttons are even backlit, so you always know which clips are playing, loaded, or record enabled. You've also got dedicated buttons for launching scenes. If you don't use Live, go ahead and use Launchpad to map map out the controls however you want — it includes Novation's renowned AutoMap software. Feeling wild? Use up to six Novation Launchpads at once!





While the Novation Launchpad is a majorly cool tool for using Live's Session View, thanks to its massive clip-triggering section, you can also use it to control your mix. Take innovative control over your volume, pans, sends, record arming, soloing, and muting — use Launchpad's buttons to instantly jump to different levels across eight channels at once.

If you don't already own Ableton Live software, don't fret. Included, you get Ableton Live 8 Launchpad Edition, which is fully functional for performance and production. If you do have Ableton Live, your copy of Live 7 or Live 8 is already ready to go with the Novation Launchpad. What else? Another big Novation Launchpad bonus is that it's enabled to work with Novation's Automap software, so you can take instant, intelligent control over VST, AU, RTAS, and TDM plug-ins — as well as an increasing number of standalone samplers and step-sequencers. Automap provides a heads-up transparent display across your computer screen, so you've got at-a-glance recognition of what you're controlling. And you can assign and re-assign parameters with just a quick click and a tap.

Offering up major Ableton Live control over clips, scenes, and more — not to mention all-around MIDI-mappable mayhem — the Launchpad is a huge value at this low price. Thanks, Novation!

Novation Launchpad 72-button USB MIDI Controller Features:
  • Made to give you a premium level of Ableton Live control
  • 64-button clip-launching grid and 8 scene-launching buttons for Live's Session View
  • Backlit multicolored buttons display the status of each clip
  • Can also be MIDI-mapped to control other parameters in Live
  • Includes a copy of Ableton Live 8 Launchpad Edition software
  • Automap-enabled for RTAS, AU, VST, TDM plug-in control
  • Connects to your computer via USB
  • Works with both Mac and PC computers
  • Dimensions: W = 9.45" H = 0.79" D = 9.45"
  • Weight: 1.58 lbs.

The Novation Launchpad MIDI controller lets you navigate Ableton Live with a new level of control!
Specification Detail
Intended Use Ableton Live
Number of Faders 0
Fader Throw No faders
Fader Type No faders
Number of Knobs 0
Knob Type No knobs
Number of Performance Pads 64
Performance Pad Types Non-velocity sensitive
Number of Soft Keys 8 dedicated soft keys, 8 assignable soft keys
Other Controls No other controls
Transport Controls Yes
Audio Inputs No audio inputs
Audio Outputs No audio outputs
Computer Connectivity USB
Control I/O No Control I/O
Height 0.79"
Depth 9.45"
Width 9.45"
Weight 1.6 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number Launchpad

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Launchpad

by from Miami
June 14, 2012
Music Background: DJ, Producer
Perfect for any occasion, ideal for Ableton Lovers...

From sparks to fireworks!

by Steve from West Islip, NY
January 7, 2012
Music Background: Recording Engineer, Remix Artist
Whether your mixing your own loops or remixing another's the design and approach of the launchpad coupled with Ableton Live makes the task fun and less daunting! Previously I would gather loops and mi... read more [+]x each of them one by one using a sequencer (time consuming and boring). Now I can just add all loops to project bin and mix them instantly, if they work then they stay, if not, they're removed and I go forward. When it comes to the initial planning of a mix this item is a must! Got a song already laid out? Use this to remix it! You'd be amazed at how much faster your creativity and projects are sparked! close [-]

Works incredibly well for live and studio

by DJ DualScreen from Red Lion, PA
January 6, 2012
Music Background: Hobby musician/DJ
I bought this product back in Aug/Sept 2011, and have been using it in my recording studio/bed room. This controller was specifically designed for Ableton Live, and it works so well with it. The dev... read more [+]ice is set up to control most basic features such as volume and pan, but can be configured to control other things as well. Ableton's Clip feature is terrific, and the Launchpad allows for easy launching and stopping when used as a DJ control surface. The only real improvement that can be made is the addition of transport controls and a crossfader, features that can be found on the Akai APC40. The real advantage of the Launchpad over the APC40 is it is bus powered, so you only need one cord. Overall, it is a must have if you want a simple control surface for the studio, or performing live close [-]

Too much fun

by Brett from Chicago, IL
April 25, 2012
Music Background: Hobby
A lot of the manuals and videos don't explain this very well, especially for a dumb musician like me. But for those of us who don't like mice and trackpads this thing will open up Live and really get ... read more [+]your juices going. The Launchpad gets you off your butt and on your feet. close [-]

inSync Review

by: Ryan Holquist
As an admittedly entry-level Ableton Live user, the tangibility and ease of use of the Novation... read more »
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