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Novation - Launchkey 49 [MK4] MIDI Controller - Black

Model: AMS-LAUNCHKEY-49-MK4
SKU: 12317298

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Launchkey 49 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 semi-weighted 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 and nine faders 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 49-note keyboard is semi-weighted with waterfall keys; delivering superb playability and feel.

  • 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

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

  • 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.

  • Split and layer the keyboard

    Split enables you to divide the keyboard into two independent zones, and Layer means two MIDI channels can be played simultaneously from the same keys.

  • Connect to other instruments

    Launchkey 49 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.

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Specifications
  • Brand
    Novation
    Model Number
    AMS-LAUNCHKEY-49-MK4
    Product Name
    Launchkey 49 [MK4] MIDI Controller
    Color
    Black
    Controller Type
    Keyboard
    Number of Keys
    49
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Questions & Answers
  • What is the difference between the Chord Modes and the Scale Mode on the MIDI controller?

    The Chord Modes let you easily create musical progressions, while the Scale Mode prevents you from playing wrong notes by transposing keys to only play the ones within the selected scale.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • Can the MIDI controller be used with other DAWs besides Ableton Live?

    The Launchkey 49 MK4 MIDI Controller is compatible with Ableton Live 12 Lite.

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

    The Arpeggiator is a unique, editable feature on the Launchkey 49 MIDI Controller that allows you to quickly create musical progressions.

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

    This MIDI controller has 49 keys.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • Are there any other features on the MIDI controller that help with music creation?

    Yes, the Launchkey 49 also features an editable Arpeggiator, three Chord Modes, a Scale Mode, and a Chord Detector.

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