Novation Launchkey 49 MK4

Launchkey 49 is a powerful DAW controller with four octaves of semi-weighted, waterfall-style keys, eight continuous encoders, nine faders and 16 velocity sensitive pads for playing drums and instruments and launching clips. Creative Chord and Scale modes are built right in and work with the OLED display to make staying in key effortless.

The Creative Controller

Made for creative music makers, the new Launchkey puts deep DAW control, Ableton Live sequencing, and a generative arpeggiator at your fingertips — with chord and scale tools, a pro-grade software bundle, and a re-engineered design that feels like an instrument.

Play music. Get creative.

Control your software and unlock new musical ideas with the new Launchkey. Play instinctively with Scale, Fixed Chord, and Chord Map, shape evolving rhythms with the arpeggiator, and take hands-on control of your DAW to turn inspiration into tracks.

16 Launchpad-style pads

For finger-drummers, Launchkey 49 features our patented, velocity-sensitive FSR pads with polyphonic aftertouch. Each pad uses a unique radial sensor for greater sensitivity and consistency, delivering tighter, more expressive performances. They can also be set to trigger chords or individual notes with polyphonic aftertouch.

Play it like an instrument.

From the semi-weighted keybed to the intuitive hardware controls and built-in creative tools, Launchkey 49 has been designed to remove the obstacles you face when writing music, helping you stay focused and inspired to bring new ideas to life.

All you need to create

Launchkey includes a unique software bundle to get you creating straight away. Ableton Live Lite and Cubase LE help you capture ideas, Novation Play gives Launchkey a voice with its meticulously sampled synths, and you also get additional instruments and effects from Klevgrand, GForce, Native Instruments, and Orchestral Tools — plus lessons from Melodics.

Spark inspiration with Novation Play.

The voice of Launchkey: This exclusive collaboration with Klevgrand includes 80+ expertly designed basses, leads, pads, drums, and more — all sampled from classic synthesisers and seamlessly integrated with Launchkey for a hardware-like workflow.

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16 Launchpad-style pads

49 semi-weighted keys

Launchkey's four octaves of semi-weighted, piano-style keys offer the power of a software-based workflow combined with the feel of a premium hardware instrument. Split the keyboard into two zones or Layer two MIDI channels across all keys.

Faders and encoders

Eight encoders and nine faders provide flexible, hands-on control over DAW mixers, virtual instruments, and effects. Store up to four Custom Modes for faders and encoders, and recall them instantly to shape sounds, balance tracks, or send notes, MIDI CCs, or program changes.

Seamless DAW integration

Stay focused with hands-on DAW control. Instantly switch between plugin, mixer, sends, and transport modes to keep sessions moving. In Ableton Live, access built-in Sequencer, Drum Rack, and Clip modes, so you can build and launch ideas without reaching for the mouse.

Workflow and navigation

Workflow buttons provide instant access to key DAW functions, speeding up production. Capture MIDI records any performance, even if you missed the record button. Toggle the metronome, quantise clips, or undo/redo with ease. The transport buttons mirror your DAW’s controls for play, stop, record, and loop, keeping your workflow seamless.

Specifications

Keybed

49 semi-weighted piano-style keys

Creative tools

Generative arpeggiator with step editor
Scale Mode - with 30 built-in scales to choose from
Zones: Parts A and B, Split, and Layer
Chord modes: Chord Map/Fixed Chord/User Chord
Custom Modes: pads/encoders/faders

Controls and pads

16 RGB backlit velocity sensitive pads with polyphonic aftertouch
2 pad page buttons Scene Launch / Func buttons
Octave up/down buttons
Pitch bend and modulation wheels
8 endless rotary encoders
2 encoder page buttons
9 faders and buttons
Play/stop/record/loop buttons
Capture MIDI/Undo/Quantise/Metronome
Track navigation buttons

Display

128 x 64 monochrome OLED display

DAW integration

Custom DAW scripts: Ableton Live 11 or later, Logic X and 11, Cubase 11 and 12, Reason Studios, FL Studio, and Ardour
Compatible with all other DAWs through HUI

Connectivity

USB-C socket
5 pin MIDI out socket
Sustain pedal 1/4” jack socket
Kensington security slot

Dimensions

Width730mm
Depth263.5mm
Height93mm
Weight4.08kg

Power Requirements

USB bus powered
Power supply not included

What's in the box?

Launchkey 49
USB type C-to-A cable

SKU	NOVLKE49MK4
Brand	Novation
Shipping Weight	10.0000kg
Shipping Width	1.100m
Shipping Height	0.250m
Shipping Length	0.500m
Shipping Cubic	0.137500000m3
Unit Of Measure	ea