Novation Launchkey 61 [MK4] – 61-Key MIDI Keyboard Controller with DAW Integration

The Novation Launchkey 61 [MK4] is a premium 61-key MIDI keyboard controller designed for musicians, producers, and artists seeking a versatile and powerful tool for music creation. Featuring a semi-weighted keybed, it delivers an expressive and dynamic playing experience, ideal for pianists and performers alike. With eight continuous encoders, nine faders, and 16 velocity-sensitive pads, this controller offers hands-on control over drums, instruments, and clip launching, seamlessly integrating with all major DAWs like Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Cubase, Bitwig Studio, Reason, FL Studio, and Ardour.

Crafted for creativity, the Launchkey 61 includes sophisticated Chord and Scale Modes synced to a crisp OLED display, ensuring you stay in key while exploring musical ideas. Its editable arpeggiator inspires unique patterns, while three Chord Modes and a Chord Detector—displaying current chords on-screen—simplify complex progressions. The 16 pads also feature Fixed and User Chord Modes, paired with a Chord Map offering handcrafted chords and dynamic modifiers for limitless inspiration. An eight-step sequencer rounds out its performance capabilities.

Connectivity is effortless with a USB-C socket, a 5-pin MIDI out, and a 1/4” jack for a sustain pedal. The included software bundle—featuring Ableton Live 12 Lite, GForce synths, Orchestral Tools, Klevgrand plugins, and Melodics lessons—equips you with everything needed to start producing and learning right away. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned producer, the Launchkey 61 [MK4] is your gateway to intuitive, professional-grade music production.