The compact creative controller: 25 keys, Scale and Chord Modes, generative arpeggiator, and powerful DAW integration

Launchkey 25 is a powerful DAW controller with two octaves of synth-style, full-size keys, eight continuous encoders and 16 velocity-sensitive pads for playing drums, instruments and launching clips. Creative Chord and Scale modes are built right in and work with the OLED display to make staying in key effortless.

Key Features

• Chord and Scale modes
• Powerful integration with all major DAWs
• Eight endless rotary encoders
• 25 synth-action keys
• 16 velocity-sensitive pads
• Pro-grade software bundle included

The Creative Controller Made for creative music makers, the new Launchkey puts deep DAW control, Ableton Live sequencing, and a generative arpeggiator at your fingertips — with chord and scale tools, a pro-grade software bundle, and a re-engineered design that feels like an instrument.   Play music. Get creative. Control your software and unlock new musical ideas with the new Launchkey. Play instinctively with Scale, Fixed Chord, and Chord Map, shape evolving rhythms with the arpeggiator, and take hands-on control of your DAW to turn inspiration into tracks.   1. Powerful DAW integration

Launchkey offers custom integration with Ableton Live, Logic, Cubase, FL Studio, Reason, Bitwig, and Ardour.

2. Built-in creative tools

Powerful built-in Arpeggiator and three Chord Modes make it easy to create musical progressions, ensuring you're never waiting for inspiration.

3. Our best ever pads

Take control with 16 velocity-sensitive pads with polyphonic aftertouch, perfect for launching clips, playing chords, and expressive drumming.

16 Launchpad-style pads For finger-drummers, Launchkey 25 features our patented, velocity-sensitive FSR pads with polyphonic aftertouch. Each pad uses a unique radial sensor for greater sensitivity and consistency, delivering tighter, more expressive performances. They can also be set to trigger chords or individual notes with polyphonic aftertouch.   25 synth-style keys 25 full-size, synth-action keys combine the power of a software-based workflow with the feel of a premium hardware instrument. Velocity sensitivity allows you to add emotion to basslines, melodies, chords, and even drums.   Eight endless encoders Launchkey's smooth-feeling encoders give you flexible, hands-on control with modes for plugins, mixer, sends, and transport — so you can shape sounds, balance tracks, and navigate your session with ease. Four custom encoder modes let you map controls to suit your setup, making your workflow seamless.   Seamless DAW integration Stay focused with hands-on DAW control. Instantly switch between plugin, mixer, sends, and transport modes to keep sessions moving. In Ableton Live, access built-in Sequencer, Drum Rack, and Clip modes, so you can build and launch ideas without reaching for the mouse.   Workflow and navigation Workflow buttons provide instant access to key DAW functions, speeding up production. Capture MIDI records any performance, even if you missed the record button. Toggle the metronome, quantise clips, or undo/redo with ease. The transport buttons mirror your DAW’s controls for play, stop, record, and loop, keeping your workflow seamless.   Powerful creative tools. Always in key

Lock your keyboard to one of 30 scales with Scale Mode to avoid wrong notes. Chord Detector displays your chord visually on the OLED display.

Move with the melody

Effortlessly create and mutate sequences with the latest generative arpeggiator. Use the 8-step editor with tie, accent, and ratchet controls for expression.

Overcome creative blocks

Play chords from curated sets with Chord Map, save progressions in User Chord mode, and transpose them easily using Fixed Chord mode.

NKS-ready hardware

We've partnered with Native Instruments to bring NKS compatibility to Launchkey, offering seamless integration between NI software and Novation hardware.

Create your own control surfaces

Map MIDI parameters to any pad or encoder using Novation's easy-to-use Components software.

Included software. All you need to create Launchkey includes a unique software bundle to get you creating straight away. Ableton Live Lite and Cubase LE help you capture ideas, Novation Play gives Launchkey a voice with its meticulously sampled synths, and you also get additional instruments and effects from Klevgrand, GForce, Native Instruments, and Orchestral Tools — plus lessons from Melodics.   Heritage synth emulations GForce’s heritage synth VSTs beautifully emulate classic Novation and Oberheim synths, including the iconic Bass Station, SEM, OB-EZ, and AXXESS in one powerful bundle.   Instruments Novation Play maps the authentic sounds of renowned Novation, Sequential, and Oberheim synths directly to Launchkeys controls while Klevgrand Slammer and the Orchestral Tools Parallel Orchestra bundle offer pro-grade instruments to inspire your next track.   Effects Add depth and dimension with Klevgrand R0verb and Luxe. These unique reverb and delay effects allow for creative control, helping to shape atmospheric soundscapes and evolving textures in your mix.   DAWs and tools Create music with Ableton Live Lite, Cubase LE, and Komplete 15 Select using intuitive tools and genre bundles, plus learn keys or finger drumming with Melodics, the app that teaches you to play.   Spark inspiration with Novation Play. The voice of Launchkey: This exclusive collaboration with Klevgrand includes 80+ expertly designed basses, leads, pads, drums, and more — all sampled from classic synthesisers and seamlessly integrated with Launchkey for a hardware-like workflow.   Specifications Keybed

• 25 synth-style keys

Creative tools

• Generative arpeggiator with step editor
• Scale Mode - with 30 built-in scales to choose from
• Chord modes: Chord Map/Fixed Chord/User Chord
• Custom Modes: pads/encoders

Controls and pads

• 16 RGB backlit velocity sensitive pads with polyphonic aftertouch
• 2 pad page buttons Scene Launch / Func buttons
• Octave up/down buttons
• Pitch bend and modulation wheels
• 8 endless rotary encoders
• 2 encoder page buttons
• Play/stop/record/loop buttons
• Capture MIDI/Undo/Quantise/Metronome
• Track navigation buttons

Display

• 128 x 64 monochrome OLED display

DAW integration

• Custom DAW scripts: Ableton Live 11 or later, Logic X and 11, Cubase 11 and 12, Reason Studios, FL Studio, and Ardour
• Compatible with all other DAWs through HUI

Connectivity

• USB-C socket
• 5 pin MIDI out socket
• Sustain pedal 1/4” jack socket
• Kensington security slot

Dimensions

• Width461mm
• Depth251mm
• Height79mm
• Weight1.8kg

Power Requirements

• USB bus powered
• Power supply not included

What's in the box?

• Launchkey 25
• USB type C-to-A cable