Novation Launchkey 37 MK4

Create and Play with Feeling: The Novation Launchkey 37 [MK4]

The Novation Launchkey 37 [MK4] is the ultimate intuitive MIDI keyboard controller for creating tracks in Ableton Live and with your external hardware. Made for creators of all abilities, Launchkey gives you everything you need to create and play your music, with inspirational tools to expand your musical vocabulary.

Launchkey gives you unparalleled access to Ableton Live’s functions, including Capture MIDI, track arm, quantise, click and loop controls. Not an Ableton Live user? No problem, Launchkey also has full integration with Logic and Reason, plus out of the box functionality with other leading DAWs including Studio One, Cubase and Pro Tools, via HUI.

Spark new ideas with creative features like the powerful Arpeggiator, and unlock new harmonic possibilities with Scale and Chord Modes. Custom Modes and a full-size MIDI output transform Launchkey into a powerful centrepiece of any music-making setup, whether on the stage or in the studio.

Key Features:

• Deep Ableton Live Integration: Immediate access to all the controls you need, including Capture MIDI, track arm, quantise, click, and loop controls.

• 37 Velocity-Sensitive Keys: A premium semi-weighted keybed allows you to play with expression and nuance.

• 16 RGB Backlit Velocity-Sensitive Pads: Trigger clips and scenes, play drums, and launch samples with large, vibrant pads that are more responsive than ever.

• Scale and Chord Modes: Three chord modes (fixed, scale and user) let you trigger chords with one finger, while Scale mode transposes keys and pads to notes in the selected scale so you never hit a wrong note.

• Powerful Arpeggiator with Strum Mode: Take your melodies to the next level with a creative arpeggiator, featuring a new Strum mode to arpeggiate chords.

• Full-Size MIDI Output: A five-pin MIDI output allows you to connect and control your favorite hardware synthesizers, drum machines, and modules.

• Custom Modes: Four Custom Modes enable you to create unique control setups for any performance or studio rig, using Novation Components.

• Complete Software Bundle: Comes with Ableton Live Lite, and a host of virtual instruments and effects from AAS, Spitfire Audio, XLN Audio, and Klevgrand.

Technical Specifications:

• Keys: 37 velocity-sensitive semi-weighted keys

• Pads: 16x2 Char RGB Backlit Velocity-Sensitive Pads

• Other Controls:

  • Pitch bend and modulation wheels

  • 8 knobs

  • 9 faders

  • Transport controls

• Display: 16x2 character screen

• Connectivity:

  • USB B Socket

  • Sustain pedal 1/4” jack socket

  • MIDI DIN out socket

• DAW Integration: Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Reason, HUI support for other DAWs (Cubase, Pro Tools, Studio One)

• Power: USB bus powered

• Dimensions (L x D x H): 21.85" x 10.16" x 3.03" (555mm x 258mm x 77mm)

What's in the box:

• Novation Launchkey 37 [MK4]

• USB-A to USB-B Cable

• Safety Information Sheet