Best novation products in the MIDI controllers category
On this page you'll find a ranking of the best novation products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've already ranked the most important information about the products for you.
1. novation Launchkey Mini 25 Mk4
The Novation Launchkey Mini 25 Mk4 is a compact MIDI controller designed specifically for creative musicians and producers. With its 25 mini synth-style keys, it offers a user-friendly interface that allows for quick and intuitive creation of melodies and harmonies. The controller is ideal for use in various digital audio workstations (DAWs) and enables seamless integration with popular software such as Ableton Live, Logic Pro, and FL Studio. The ability to play chords with just one finger across 30 scales opens up new creative possibilities. Additionally, the Launchkey Mini features a powerful arpeggiator and an eight-step sequencer, making music composition and arrangement easier. The 16 pads support aftertouch and trigger functions, enhancing interactivity and expressiveness while playing.
- Compact design with 25 mini synth-style keys
- 30 scales for playing chords with one finger
- Integrated arpeggiator with an eight-step sequencer
- Seamless integration with popular DAWs
- 16 pads with aftertouch and trigger functions.
2. novation LaunchControl XL
Launch Control XL is the ultimate controller for Ableton Live. With 16 buttons, 24 knobs, and eight faders that seamlessly integrate into Live, Launch Control XL offers complete control, allowing you to focus entirely on your music without constantly having to look at your laptop.
Together with the intuitive 64-pad grid of Launchpad S, you have exceptional capabilities to control Session View, mixer, effects, and instruments in Ableton Live simultaneously. Creating the perfect mix has never been easier.
With Launch Control XL, you can concentrate fully on your music. The 24 knobs are arranged in three rows that perfectly match Ableton Live's mixer. The multicolored LEDs help distinguish between sends, EQs, or any other device. Eight 60 mm faders provide precise level control, while the 16 multicolor buttons allow you to instantly manage track focus and solo/mute/record.
Assign buttons, knobs, and faders to any parameter in Ableton and create your own mappings. You can even customize the knobs with your own colors and switch effortlessly between your own mappings and those included in Live. It's never been easier to create the perfect mix.
Experience unprecedented freedom when performing live by combining Launch Control XL with Launchpad S to control Ableton's Session View. Trigger clips, play drum racks, and enjoy perfect control of the mixer, effects, and instruments all at once. You can also combine multiple devices into a larger modular system.
3. novation FL Key 37
FLkey 37 is the ultimate MIDI controller keyboard for complete, hands-on music production in FL Studio. With controls for FL Studio's sequencer, channel rack and mixer, as well as creative scale and chord modes, FLkey 37 lets you play more freely to get more out of your music.
Sequencer mode maps the FLkey 37's pads to FL Studio's step sequencer, allowing you to quickly programme beats. Two pad modes give your rhythms a human factor away from the rigid beat grid: play directly into the Channel Rack or the FPC and trigger slices in SliceX. Need some fresh hi-hat rolls? The Note Repeat function makes it easy for you.
Control the FL Studio on-screen mixer and channel rack controls with your hands. Use the eight knobs to adjust levels and pan positions and record automation runs directly. Access the score log, undo/redo, quantisation, metronome and essential transport controls directly. Browse the presets of your Image Line plug-ins to change instruments and sounds quickly and without a mouse.
Scale mode ensures that you always hit the right note, keeping the music flowing. Three chord modes allow you to play a series of chords with just one finger, creating great harmonies and new sounds in no time at all. Combine the musical tools of FLkey 37 to explore creative boundaries and new ideas you never knew existed.
Easy music production with the most important controls at your fingertips.
Adjust the volume and pan position with eight knobs.
Take control of the step sequencer in FL Studio and programme your beats with ease.
Play directly into the Channel Rack via the FLkey 37's pads.
Choose your scale and always hit the right notes.
Trigger FPC and SliceX via the pads for expressive beats and melodies.
Adjust plug-ins from Image Line and record natural-sounding automation runs using the FLkey 37's eight knobs.
4. novation Launchkey 61 Mk4
Novation Launchkey 61 is a versatile DAW controller equipped with essential creative tools. To streamline the creative process, it features semi-weighted keys and 16 sensitive pads with polyphonic aftertouch. Smartly arranged functions offer extensive DAW integration, allowing you to play various software instruments and drums, trigger clips, and easily control the mixer, instruments, and effects of DAW software.
Launchkey 61 MK4 includes a customizable arpeggiator, three chord modes for quick chord progressions, a scale mode that keeps you in the correct key, and a chord detector that displays the current chord on the OLED screen.
Launchkey offers powerful, tailored integration with software such as Ableton Live, Logic, Cubase, Reason Studios, FL Studio, and Ardour. The integration provides complete control over transport functions, timeline navigation, mixing, EQ, and other functions, as well as clip triggering and instrument and effect parameters.
5. novation Launchkey 49 Mk4
The Novation Launchkey 49 MK4 is a versatile DAW controller equipped with essential creative tools. To enhance the creative process, it features a semi-weighted keyboard and 16 sensitive pads with polyphonic aftertouch. Thoughtfully placed functions provide comprehensive DAW integration, allowing you to play various software instruments and drums, launch clips, and easily control mixers, instruments, and effects within DAW software.
The Launchkey 25 MK4 includes a customizable arpeggiator, three chord modes for quick chord progression creation, a scale mode that keeps you in the right key, and chord recognition that displays the current chord on an OLED screen.
Launchkey offers powerful, tailored integration with software such as Ableton Live, Logic, Cubase, Reason Studios, FL Studio, and Ardour. This integration enables complete control over transport functions, timeline navigation, mixing, equalization, and other features, including launching clips as well as instrument and effect parameters.
6. novation Launchkey 37 Mk4
The Novation Launchkey 37 Mk4 is a compact MIDI controller that is perfect for creative musicians and producers. With 37 synth-style keys, it offers a versatile playing surface suitable for both composing and live performing. The controller features a USB-C port for easy connection to computers and other devices. Additionally, it includes a MIDI output and a connection for a sustain pedal, enhancing its usability. The Launchkey 37 Mk4 is not only user-friendly but also seamlessly integrates with popular Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), making it a valuable tool for any music creator.
- Arpeggiator with an eight-step sequencer for creative melodies
- Support for 30 scales for playing chords with just one finger
- 16 pads with aftertouch and trigger functions
- Easy integration with popular DAWs like Ableton Live and Logic Pro
- Compact design for easy handling and transport.
7. novation Launchkey Mini MK3
With the new version of Launchkey Mini, Novation has made its extremely popular handy 25-button MIDI keyboard controller for Ableton Live more versatile, adaptable and playable than ever. Now you can record tracks anywhere with Launchkey Mini's new arpeggiator, fixed-chord mode, dedicated MIDI capture button, 16 large RGB pads, transport controls, and more. With our best, fastest reacting mini keyboard, all-new pitch and modulation touchstrips, a sustain pedal input and 16 new backlit RGB pads, Launchkey Mini is the perfect platform for expressive performance and color-matched clip starts. The new Fixed Chord Mode and Arpeggiator help you steer your melodic and harmonic ideas into new creative directions by allowing you to extract chords from individual notes and transform held chords into riffs, melodies and sequences. Thanks to the MIDI capture MIDI key, you will never lose a single note, even if you forget to start recording.
Launchkey Mini's comprehensive and intuitive integration with Live lets you keep your eyes on the screen and feel the beats. Start and stop playback and recording using the special transport buttons, control the mixer's mute, solo, volume, pan and send controls, and control device macros directly with eight knobs. Now you can connect even deeper to your music and navigate and mix your projects even more easily than with a mouse and computer keyboard. Launchkey Mini comes with everything you need: sounds, virtual instruments and plug-in effects from AAS, Softube, Spitfire Audio, XLN Audio and Klevgrand. Plus access to Novation Sound Collective, which gives you free new content every few months from our plug-in partners. It also has a MIDI output for connection to hardware synthesizers and grooveboxes. And if Live isn't your only production environment, the included mapping templates make Launchkey Mini the ideal solution for mobile control of Logic, Cubase, Reason or any other HUI-compatible DAW.
8. novation 49SL MKIII
The Novation 49SL MKIII is a versatile MIDI controller that serves as the central control unit for all your music equipment. It allows for seamless integration of hardware and software, enabling you to realize your creative vision without limitations. With the ability to work both with a computer and independently, the 49SL MKIII offers a comprehensive solution for musicians and producers. The individually configurable mappings allow for easy control of your preferred DAW and hardware synthesizers. Additionally, the controller features a built-in, pattern-based 8-track sequencer that lets you input notes individually and record your ideas while playing. The semi-weighted keyboard provides a pleasant playing feel and is ideal for experienced musicians who value precision and expression.
- Integrated 8-track sequencer for creative music production
- Individually configurable mappings for hardware and software
- High-quality semi-weighted keyboard for optimal playing feel
- Illuminated keys and pads for enhanced visibility and operation.
9. novation Launchpad Mini MKIII
It offers you everything you need for performances in Ableton Live and fits comfortably in your backpack or bag. Start making music and play your tracks with Ableton Live wherever you are, with a wealth of instantly available sounds for the perfect start.
With the brightly lit pads, you can better visualize your Ableton Live session and trigger your sounds with precision. Optimal visualization: The full RGB colors perfectly match your clips and scenes. Thanks to seamless integration with Ableton Live, you have your session right at your fingertips on the Launchpad Mini. Less clicking, more music. With Launchpad Mini, you can start making music today. Take the device anywhere and use your sounds wherever inspiration strikes.
Launchpad gives you direct and tactile access to Live's performance controls in a way that simply isn't possible with a mouse. You can take your eyes off the computer screen and see your session along with all sounds on the 8x8 grid. Then you can control your performance directly via Launchpad Mini with the stop, solo, and mute buttons. By registering your Launchpad Mini, you automatically gain access to Sound Collective. You will regularly receive new free plugins from some of the biggest names in the business, as well as offers, discounts, and much more.
10. novation Launchkey 49 MK3
The Novation Launchkey 49 MK3 is a versatile MIDI controller designed specifically for creative minds. With its intuitive interface and full integration into Ableton Live, this keyboard provides everything needed for music production and live performance. The 49 velocity-sensitive keys are illuminated, allowing for precise control, while various modes such as Scale and Chord, along with the powerful arpeggiator, stimulate creativity. The Launchkey 49 MK3 is not only optimized for Ableton Live but is also compatible with other DAWs like Logic, Reason, Studio One, Cubase, and Pro Tools, making it a flexible tool for musicians and producers. Weighing 3030 grams and powered via USB, it is also portable and easy to use.
- Full integration into Ableton Live with features like Capture MIDI and Track Arm
- Scale and Chord modes to support creative composition
- Powerful arpeggiator with Strum mode for dynamic melodies
- Nine faders for precise parameter control
- Compatible with multiple DAWs, including Logic and Reason.
