Product Overview

The Ultimate Studio Centerpiece

Designed for those who need a full five-octave range, the Launchkey 61 MK4 is more than just a MIDI keyboard; it is a powerful command center for your studio. It bridges the gap between software and hardware with premium piano-style keys and a tactile control surface that allows you to manage complex sessions without reaching for your mouse.

Product Description

Professional Keybed and Expressive Pads:

The Launchkey 61 MK4 features an upgraded semi-weighted, waterfall-style keybed that provides a high-quality feel for both delicate passages and energetic performances. It is equipped with 16 patented FSR RGB pads that feature polyphonic aftertouch, allowing for individual pressure control on every pad for unmatched expression when finger drumming or triggering synth textures.

Total Command Surface:

This model offers the most extensive control set in the Launchkey family, featuring nine full-sized faders, eight endless rotary encoders, and a dedicated transport section. These controls are pre-mapped for seamless integration with Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, and Cubase, allowing you to mix, adjust plugin parameters, and navigate your timeline with ease. The crisp OLED display provides real-time visual feedback for every adjustment.

Creative Hub and Smart Tools:

Elevate your songwriting with built-in creative tools like Scale Mode, which locks your keys to one of 30 scales, and Chord Map, which lets you play handcrafted chord sets from the pads. The generative arpeggiator includes an 8-step editor for rhythmic mutation, while the Split and Layer functions (exclusive to the 49 and 61 models) allow you to play two different instruments at once or layer sounds across the entire keybed.

Key Features

• 61 Semi-Weighted Keys: Five octaves of premium piano-style keys for professional playability.

• 16 FSR RGB Pads: Patented pads with polyphonic aftertouch for expressive performance.

• Full Control Surface: 9 faders and 8 encoders for tactile mixing and plugin control.

• OLED Display: Bright screen for navigation, parameter feedback, and chord detection.

• Split & Layer Modes: Divide the keyboard into two zones or layer two MIDI channels.

• Advanced Smart Play: 30 Scale modes and multiple Chord modes for instant harmony.

• Full-Size MIDI Out: Control external hardware synths and drum machines directly.

• Generative Arpeggiator: Real-time rhythmic manipulation with an 8-step editor.

   

Technical Specifications

What’s Included in the Box

• 1 x Novation Launchkey 61 MK4

• 1 x USB-C to USB-A Cable

• Software Bundle: Includes Ableton Live 12 Lite, GForce Software, Orchestral Tools, and more.