Product Detail
The Novation Launchpad X is an essential 64-pad MIDI grid controller designed specifically for Ableton Live. It equips you with all you need to create music effortlessly. Use the large, highly-sensitive RGB pads, dynamic note and scale modes, and mixer controls to launch, play, and perform your sounds, and build your tracks. With Launchpad X, making tracks in Ableton Live becomes a breeze. The quick, hands - on clip and scene launching, along with the most playable grid to date, simplify the process. Express yourself on the 64 velocity - and pressure - sensitive RGB pads, and never lose an idea with one - press Capture MIDI control. It's a must - have for every Ableton Live music maker. You can play in - key basslines, melodies, chords, and leads easily with Dynamic Note and Scale modes. The responsive velocity - sensitive pads with polyphonic aftertouch let you play dynamically and expressively. Customize Launchpad X using Novation Components to create your own MIDI mappings and control almost anything. Four custom modes allow you to design how it works for you. Essential performance controls like stop, solo, mute, record arm, and setting levels, pans, and sends are just a button - press away. It's simple to use, no driver installation required, just plug and play. When you register your Launchpad X, you get access to Sound Collective, which offers new free plug - ins every couple of months from big names in the industry, along with offers and discounts. You also get two months of free access to Splice Sounds, with millions of high - quality, royalty - free one - shots, loops, and presets released daily. The technical specs include 64 Velocity Sensitive Pads, 16 Buttons, 81 RGB LEDs, a USB - C Socket, and a Kensington MiniSaver Slot. Included software has Ableton Live Lite, two months of Splice Sounds membership, AAS Session Bundle, XLN Addictive Keys, Klevgrand R0Verb and DAW Cassette, Softube Time and Tone bundle, and Sound Collective. It's compatible with Ableton Live 10 Lite and requires version 10 or greater if you already have Ableton Live. It's USB bus powered and has dimensions of 241mm length x 241mm depth x 17.5mm height.
Using the Novation Launchpad X is a straightforward process. First, plug it into your computer via the USB - C socket. Since it's USB bus powered, you don't need an external power source. Once plugged in, it's ready to use right away, no driver installation needed. To start making music with Ableton Live, open the software. You can use the 64 velocity - sensitive pads to play instruments and launch clips and scenes. The dynamic note and scale modes help you play in - key music easily, so you don't have to worry about being out of tune. For customizing how the controller works, use Novation Components to create your own MIDI mappings. You can also choose from four custom modes to design its functionality according to your needs. When it comes to performance controls, buttons for stop, solo, mute, record arm, and adjusting levels, pans, and sends are all within easy reach. Just press the relevant button to perform the action. Regarding the included software, Ableton Live Lite helps you organize and arrange your sounds quickly. The two - month Splice Sounds membership gives you access to millions of high - quality, royalty - free sounds. Other software like the AAS Session Bundle, XLN Addictive Keys, and plug - ins from Klevgrand and Softube add more variety to your music - making. Make sure to register your Launchpad X to get access to Sound Collective, which offers free plug - ins every couple of months. If you already have Ableton Live, ensure it's version 10 or greater for full compatibility. To maintain your Launchpad X, keep it clean by using a soft, dry cloth to wipe the pads and buttons. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or humidity. When not in use, store it in a safe place to prevent damage.
