Novation Launchpad X – Essential MIDI Grid Performance Controller w/ 64 Velocity Sensitive Pads

OVERVIEW

Launchpad X is the essential 64-pad MIDI grid controller for Ableton Live and Logic Pro. It gives you everything you need to make music – launch, play, and perform your sounds with the large, velocity-sensitive RGB pads and mixer controls.

Spend less time clicking a mouse and more time making and performing music; Launchpad X puts everything you need to get creative right at your fingertips. Assign essential DAW shortcuts to the grid, get creative with dynamic Note and Scale modes, and never miss an idea with one-press Capture MIDI control for Ableton Live.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

The Essential Live Controller:

Everything about making tracks in Ableton Live is made easier with Launchpad X’s quick, hands-on clip and scene launching and our most playable grid to date. Play your instruments and devices expressively with the 64 velocity- and pressure-sensitive RGB pads, then never lose an idea with one-press Capture MIDI control. Launchpad X belongs on the desk of every Ableton Live music maker.

Express Yourself:

Launchpad X gives you everything you need right at your fingertips, so you can spend less time clicking a mouse and more time making music. Never worry about being out of key – Dynamic Note and Scale modes let you easily play perfectly in-key basslines, melodies, chords, and leads. Our most responsive velocity-sensitive pads with polyphonic aftertouch let you play your instruments dynamically and expressively. Step back from the screen, get hands-on, and dive into your tracks.

Make it Yours:

Go deeper and get Launchpad X working the way you want. Use Novation Components to customise MIDI mappings, and control almost anything; four custom modes mean you can design how this essential grid controller works for you – you’re only limited by your imagination.

Take Control of Your Performance:

Essential performance controls are a single button-press away: stop, solo, mute, record arm, and set your levels, pans, and sends. Using Launchpad X is a simple as it gets, no drivers to install, just plug and perform.

The Logical Choice:

With Live Loops and any Launchpad, you can activate cells to experiment with arrangement ideas and record your performances. Cells can contain one-shots, loops, MIDI patterns, and automation data, and can be dragged and dropped or recorded live into Logic’s tracks area to build song arrangements quickly.

Connecting Launchpad to Logic Pro

FEATURES

• 64 velocity-sensitive RGB pads – see and control your Ableton Live Session View and play instruments expressively
• Trigger Live Loops in Logic Pro – use cells to sketch out arrangement ideas, fast, and record your performances
• Four Custom Modes – use components to customise mappings and control anything MIDI easily from Launchpad X.
• Dynamic Note and Scale modes – play perfectly in-key basslines, melodies, chords, and leads
• Includes Ableton Live Lite

INCLUDED SOFTWARE

Everything You Need to Create

Launchpad includes a unique software bundle to get you creating straight away. Ableton Live Lite and Cubase LE enable you to capture your ideas, while Klevgrand provides two premium plugins for mixing and effects. You’ll also receive instruments from XLN Audio and AAS, plus finger drumming lessons from Melodics.

Instruments

Craft rich textures with a trio of AAS synths, or lay down timeless melodies using XLN Audio’s Addictive Keys, featuring the legendary Steinway® D.

Effects

Shape your sound with R0Verb’s lush reverb and DAW Cassette’s warm, lo-fi textures. Whether you’re adding space or creating a retro vibe, these effects bring character to every performance.

DAWs

Ableton Live Lite makes it easy to arrange loops, launch clips, and sketch out full tracks. Cubase LE is ideal for structured songwriting and production, with multiple audio, MIDI, and instrument tracks so you can start creating straight away.

Skill-Building

Build your skills with 40 free interactive finger drumming lessons, designed for your Launchpad. Whether you’re just starting out or levelling up, Melodics makes learning fun, hands-on, and tailored to the genres you love. Learn to play, create, and let your music flow.

Launchpad X 2.0 Firmware Update

Explore new creative possibilities and get greater customisation with the 2.0 firmware update for Launchpad X. Keep creativity flowing with the Custom Mode keystroke widget and assign DAW shortcuts for a faster workflow and more intuitive creation. Go even bigger with 4 more Custom Modes slots; that’s 8 Custom Modes slots in total to get creative with.

Download the 2.0 Firmware Update

TECHNICAL SPECS

Pads & Controls:

Pads: 64 Velocity Sensitive Pads with Polyphonic Aftertouch

Buttons: 16

LEDs: 81 RGB

Connectivity:

USB Port: USB-C Socket

Security: Kensington MiniSaver Slot

Power Requirements:

Bus-Powered: Yes (via USB)

Dimensions:

Length: 241mm

Depth: 241mm

Height: 17.5mm

Included Software:

Ableton Live Lite:

Quickly organise, arrange, and start making tracks with this staple electronic-music-making software.

AAS Session Bundle:

Three synths provide staple sounds for your tracks.

XLN Audio® Addictive Keys Studio Grand:

Access the iconic Steinway® Model D piano sound when you register your first Novation or Focusrite hardware. Connect your MIDI controller and play instantly.

Klevgrand R0Verb and DAW Cassette:

High-quality reverb and tape deck emulation plug-ins to add space or vintage cassette character to your sound.

Software Compatibility:

Ableton Live:

Lite version included. Full integration requires Ableton Live version 10 or later (update recommended).

Compatibility:

Launchpad X also functions as a standard MIDI controller with other DAWs.

LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR LAUNCHPAD X

• Get Started with Easy Start
• User Guide
• Downloads