| Management number | 230518726 | Release Date | 2026/06/18 | List Price | US$66.56 | Model Number | 230518726 | ||
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<p>Launchpad Mini puts everything you need to produce and perform in Ableton Live or your DAW of choice into a powerful, portable package. Its 64 glowing RGB pads can be used to trigger clips; play in beats and melodies; stop, solo, or mute tracks; and more, thanks to up to three Custom Modes. What's more, it's bus powered, works with the Launchpad app for iPad and iPhone, and fits in just about any bag. Launchpad, the legendary line of grid controllers, has always been about getting you hands-on with your sound. The original, released back in 2009 in collaboration with Ableton, spawned an entire genre of mashups, remixes, and original productions overnight. Today, the Launchpad range has evolved to power all types of setups - in the studio, on stage, and on the go with the Launchpad app for iPhone and iPad. Launchpad Mini allows you to build tracks, jam out ideas, or perform live by launching clips and scenes in Ableton Live, Logic, Bitwig, and more. Launchpad Mini's 64 RGB pads let you know exactly what's happening with your DAW's clips and scenes and allow you to create arrangements on the fly. The bottom row of pads doubles as Stop, Solo, and Mute buttons, and you can even use vertical columns of pads as faders.<br><br>No keyboard, no problem. Keys mode lets you play Launchpad Mini like a chromatic keyboard. You get four octaves of notes with the lowest in the bottom left and the highest at in the top right. Unlike a piano keyboard, scales and chord shapes remain the same in every key, making Launchpad especially easy to learn. Drum mode recreates a classic 4x4 drum-pad layout in a section of your grid, allowing you to play beats or trigger samples in real time. The Novation Components software lets you customise Launchpad Mini to fit perfectly into your unique setup. Create a custom grid for your stage setup, a set of virtual faders for a favourite plugin, or a dedicated row of buttons for toggling effects - and lay it all out exactly the way you want. There's one dedicated slot for a new Custom Mode, and you can overwrite the Keys and Drum Modes to save two more. As well as being incredibly portable, Launchpad Mini is bus powered and designed to work with the Launchpad app for iPhone and iPad. Create and remix tracks with beats, basslines, melodies, vocals, and more, then layer in DJ-style effects to chop and change your sound on the go. Launchpad Mini comes with Ableton Live 12 Lite and Cubase LE, plus a suite of essential instruments and effects from Novation's partners. Their Easy Start guide is designed to get you up and running with your new hardware and software in no time at all, and 40 Launchpad-specific finger-drumming lessons from Novation's friends at Melodics are included at no extra cost.</p> <h2>Novation Launchpad Mini MK3 Grid Controller for Ableton Live Features:</h2> <ul> <li><strong>Go deeper with your DAW</strong><br>Build tracks, jam out ideas, or perform live by launching clips and scenes in Live's Session Mode. Launchpad Mini also gives you control over your workflow in Logic Pro, Bitwig, and more.</li> <li><strong>Portability meets power</strong><br>Launchpad Mini is compact enough to carry anywhere. It's also bus-powered and works with the Launchpad app on iPad and iPhone for making music on the move.</li> <li><strong>64 RGB mini pads</strong><br>Launchpad Mini's RGB LEDs give you clear feedback on your clips, tracks, and faders. The bottom row can also double as Stop, Solo, and Mute buttons.</li> <li><strong>Keys Mode</strong><br>Play keys without a keyboard - Launchpad Mini's Keyboard layout puts four octaves of notes at your fingertips.</li> <li><strong>Drum Mode</strong><br>Configure your DAW's drum rack into a classic 4x4 pad layout, perfect for finger drumming.</li> <li><strong>Custom Modes</strong><br>Use Novation Components to create a bespoke grid that works for your MIDI workflow and allows you to trigger custom keystrokes. Overwrite Keys and Drum Modes to save a total of three Custom Modes.</li> <li><strong>Everything you need to create</strong><br>Launchpad Mini comes with Ableton Live 12 Lite and Cubase LE, plus a suite of essential instruments and effects from Novation's partners.</li> <li><strong>Play right away</strong><br>Novation's Easy Start guide will get you up and running with the included software, and you also get 40 Launchpad-specific lessons from Melodics at no extra cost.</li> </ul>
Product Hardware
Pads: 64
Pad Configuration: 8x8 Mini RGB
Track Navigation Buttons: Up, Down, Left, and Right
Scene Launch Buttons: 7
Mode Buttons: 4
Transport Buttons: Stop/Solo/Mute
Connectivity: USB Type-C
Bus Powered: Yes
Kensington Security Slot
Software Compatibility
Launchpad Mini [MK3] is class compliant and will work with any recent Mac, Windows PC, or iOS device.
Power Requirements
USB bus powered
Power supply not included
Single Hardware Unit Weight
0.84lbs (without accessories)
0.88lbs (with accessories)
Dimensions
0.56" x 7.10" x 7.10" (H x W x D)
(1) Novation Launchpad Mini MK3 Grid Controller for Ableton Live
(1) 1.5m USB type C-to-A cable
(1) Clutch CL-E171103GY Premium Multipurpose EVA Case with Cushion 17"W x 11"H x 3"L
(5) 8" Reusable Hook and Loop Cable Ties
Ableton Live Lite
Quickly organise and arrange your sounds and start making tracks with this staple electronic-music-making software.
Cubase LE
Get all the basic tools you need to record, edit and mix your projects - from initial ideas to finished tracks.
AAS Session Bundle
Three synths for music makers, providing staple sounds for your tracks.
XLN Addictive Keys
Add great sounding piano to your tracks with the Studio Grand, based on the iconic Steinway Model D.
Klevgrand DAW Cassette
High quality tape deck emulation plug-ins, to take your sound back to the golden age of cassette tapes.
Finger-drumming lessons from Melodics
Build your skills with 40 interactive finger-drumming lessons designed specifically for your Launchpad.
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| Brand | Novation |
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| Features | Faders |
| Inputs/Outputs | USB-C |
| Connection | USB Type-C |
| Is powered | Y |
| Number of pads | 64 |
| Color | See Photo |
| Model | Launchpad Mini MK3 |
| Accessories | USB-C to USB-A Cable, Clutch CL-E171103GY Premium Multipurpose EVA Case with Cushion 17"W x 11"H x 3"L, 8" Reusable Hook and Loop Cable Ties |
| Height | 11" |
| Weight | 3.5 lb |
| Has written warranty | No |
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