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Novation - Launchkey 25 [MK4] MIDI Controller - Black

Model: AMS-LAUNCHKEY-25-MK4
SKU: 10313346
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Launchkey 25 is a powerful DAW controller with a suite of onboard creation tools. Every element has been designed to feel musical, expressive, and razor focused on creative flow; from the synth-action keybed and 16 pads with polyphonic aftertouch, to the carefully laid out control surface with in-depth DAW integration. Play instruments and drums, launch clips and scenes, and get instant hands-on control of your DAW’s mixer, devices, and effects. Launchkey also has a unique, editable Arpeggiator, three Chord Modes to quickly create musical progressions, a Scale Mode that keep you in the right key, and a Chord Detector that shows what chord is currently being played on the OLED display.

Features
  • In-depth DAW control

    Powerful control of Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, Reaper, Reason and more, with no set-up required.

  • Tweak your software

    Eight encoders deliver instant control over DAW mixers, virtual instruments, and effects; user mappings can also be created for customised control.

  • Perform with a high-quality keyboard

    The 25-note synth-style keyboard is sensitive and expressive.

  • Play drums and instruments

    16 velocity-sensitive pads with polyphonic aftertouch for playing drums and instruments, as well launching clips and working with grids.

  • Powerful tools for creating chords and patterns

    Powerful built-in Arpeggiator and three Chord Modes to easily create musical progressions: Fixed Chord, User Chord, and Chord Maps.

  • Always stay in key

    Scale Mode locks notes on the keyboard into right key, and Chord Detector shows what chord is currently being played, with visual representation on the OLED display.

  • Connect to other instruments

    Launchkey 25 can be connected directly to synths and other MIDI hardware with its full-size MIDI out port; it also works with your iPhone or iPad.

  • Create your own control surfaces

    Launchkey is fully customisable; map MIDI parameters to pads and controls of your choice with Novation’s easy-to-use components software.

  • Additional software

    Comes with Ableton Live Lite and a collection of pro-grade virtual instruments.

Specifications
  • Brand
    Novation
    Model Number
    AMS-LAUNCHKEY-25-MK4
    Product Name
    Launchkey 25 [MK4] MIDI Controller
    Color
    Black
    Controller Type
    Keyboard
    Number of Keys
    25
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Reviews

Rating 5 out of 5 stars with 2 reviews

5 star rating. 2 reviews
100% would recommend to a friend

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Desktop Midi Controller

    The hardware is very well made. Full sized keys feel high quality with good sensitivity. The only thing that drove me crazy was having to sign up for a large number of accounts to hopefully get my free software. Kontact would not run on my computer. Have not been able to get all the free software due to the difficulty of continually signing in to multiple accounts. Love the hardware and its built in features.

    This review is from Novation - Launchkey 25 [MK4] MIDI Controller - Black

    Posted by MichaelM

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Next level midi controller with easy integration

    Awesome. So much more advanced and intuitive than I ever expected. I bought this when i realized that focusrite and novation are the same company. And I'm not disappointed. This is just as good as any other pro controller. This emulates hardware through plugins and stand-alone synths and plug-in managers. The controls work with many plugins and saw automatically. You get else sounds and effects. You can control other external mid devices as well as your daw. The keys and pads feel great, honestly, more solid and tractor than major competing synth brands. The pads are like mpc pads, if not more responsive and advanced. You can customize modes and save them, this allows you to save pretests for the different aspects, controls, and decoders. Easily or automatically integrates with most DAWs and plugins. This is well worth the cash compared to other 25 key midi controllers.

    Posted by Danny

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Questions & Answers
  • Can the Launchkey 25 be used to control a DAW's mixer?

    The Launchkey 25 gives you instant hands-on control of your DAW’s mixer, devices, and effects.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • What is the difference between the Chord Modes and the Scale Mode on the Launchkey 25?

    The Chord Modes let you easily create musical progressions, while the Scale Mode prevents you from playing wrong notes by transposing anything you play to match the selected key.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • How many keys does the Launchkey 25 have?

    The Launchkey 25 has 25 keys.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • What software is included with the Launchkey 25?

    The Launchkey 25 comes with Ableton Live 12 Lite, Gforce, Orchestral Tools, and Klevgrand software.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • What is the purpose of the Arpeggiator on the Launchkey 25?

    The Launchkey 25 has a unique and editable Arpeggiator that can be modified to suit your needs.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
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