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Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI Keyboard

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Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI Keyboard
Product no: 9000-0017-7713 Bax Music Warranty: This product comes with a 3-year warranty.

General

Whether you're already working with Ableton Live, intend to get started soon, or prefer a different DAW altogether, a practical controller is a great asset. Take the Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI keyboard, for instance, which combines keyboard keys, sliders and encoders with the familiar touch pads that correspond with Ableton's clips. InControl technology allows for seamless integration with FL Studio, Pro Tools, Reason, Cubase, Studio One and Logic.

Characteristics of the Novation Launchkey 49 MK2

One of the main advantages of the Launchkey is that it all but replaces your computer mouse. In addition to keys, a pitch wheel and a modulation wheel, the MIDI keyboard offers various transport buttons that enable you to navigate through your project and to start and stop playback in your DAW. Meanwhile, you can use the eight encoders and nine sliders to control the parameters of the virtual synthesizer you're using. The Launchkey 49 MK2 is USB-powered, so you'll have no need for power cables or installation drivers. A great software bundle, consisting of Ableton Live Lite and the virtual instruments Novation Bass Station and V-Station, is included, as is 4 GB of Loopmasters samples. In other words, you can get started on your first music productions right away, even if you don't own any music software yet.

New features of the MK2 model

During the development stage of this MK2 model, Novation took a good look at the original Launchkey series. To facilitate Ableton Live integration, they gave the MIDI controller new pads that light up in various colours that correspond with clips in Ableton, improving your workflow considerably. The knobs that control your parameters have also been redesigned, now offering an even better feel. Finally, this new edition of the Novation MIDI keyboard has a slightly more sleek, even more universal housing than its predecessor.

Tips or comments about this product

Please note:

  • If you already own a copy of Ableton Live (Lite), make sure it's version 9. Earlier editions do not support the InControl system.
  • Even though the MIDI keyboard has a power adapter connector, an adapter is not included.

Specifications

Product features

Number of pads 16
Number of keys 49
Aftertouch no
Display numeric
Functions channel fader(s), master section / transport, multi-coloured backlit buttons / pads, sustain pedal port
Included software Ableton Live Lite
MIDI & other none
Software included yes, download
Type of keys keyboard action

Weight and dimensions including packaging

Weight (incl. packaging) 12,5 kg
Dimensions (incl. packaging) 84,0 x 34,0 x 13,0 cm

Product specifications

  • MIDI keyboard
  • keys: 49
  • trigger pads: 16, RGB backlit, velocity-sensitive
  • knobs: 8
  • faders: 9
  • transport buttons: rewind, forward, stop, play, pause, record
  • housing: plastic
  • colour: black
  • connectors:
    • USB
    • sustain (jack)
  • USB-powered
  • includes downloadable software:
    • Ableton Live Lite
    • XLN Audio Addictive Keys
    • Loopmasters (samples and loops)
    • Novation V-Station synth
    • Novation Bass Station
    • access to Sound Collective
    • free Melodics lessons
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Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI Keyboard

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Sincs perfectly with Ableton straight out of the box. The keys have a nice feel as they are semi weighted. The knobs have a smooth action. The faders are a little cheap. The addition of the bass station and v Station vst is great. They have some nice classic sounds especially for that 90s techno vibe.

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Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI Keyboard

Wrote the following about Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI Keyboard
La prise d'alimentation secteur est elle livrée avec ?

Car j'hésite encore,mais je pense l'acheter très bientot
Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI Keyboard

Wrote the following about Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI Keyboard
Als beginner in music production zijn de MIDI's van Novation echt een uitkomst in samenwerking met Ableton, het is echt een perfect pakket om mee te beginnen en zelfs voor iemand met vrij weinig kennis in dit gebied is het systeem heel gebruiksvriendelijk en mocht je toch ergens vast lopen, zijn er meer dan genoeg tutorials op youtube die je op weg helpen. Ben blij dat ik wel een groter model heb genomen inplaats van de mini.
Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI Keyboard

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Super clavier et intégralement compatible Ableton au simple branchement
Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI Keyboard

Wrote the following about Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI Keyboard
Super fijn product.
Als je werkt met Ableton is dit zeker een aanrader om hem te halen.
Vooral voor de scherpe prijs van Bax-Shop!
Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI Keyboard

Wrote the following about Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI Keyboard
Fijne keyboard en werkt erg goed met ableton.
Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI Keyboard

Wrote the following about Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI Keyboard
Zeer tevreden met deze lk 49 mk2. Na een korte introductie Ableton en werken met de Novation Launchkey mini 25 mk3 is dit wel een verademing. Faders, draaiknoppen die makkelijk alle geluiden kunnen bijstellen.
De toetsen zijn volledige grootte. Dat komt het componeren echt ten goede. Als je met twee handen kunt spelen, is dit echt een aanrader.
Je hebt je muis nog maar weinig nodig tijdens spelen of componeren.
Mocht je twijfelen over aanschaf lk mini25 MK3 of deze, kies voor meer kwaliteit, de nov.lk 49 mk2. Echt een andere orde.
Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI Keyboard

Wrote the following about Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI Keyboard
Bestelling helaas niet mogen ontvangen, terwijl er duidelijk op de website vermeld staat, voor 23:59 besteld, volgende dag in huis. Voor niets vandaag vrij genomen. Beetje jammer dit. Als dit een structureel iets is, bestel ik voortaan ergens anders, want betrouwbaar is het dus niet.
Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI Keyboard

Wrote the following about Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI Keyboard
Top product, alles werkt goed.
Ik werk voornamelijk met Reason en de pads etc werken goed in combinatie met reason.
Erg tevreden en raad het zeker aan.
Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI Keyboard

Wrote the following about Novation Launchkey 49 MK2 MIDI Keyboard
Prima MIDI keyboard als je nu en dan eens wat geluidjes of simpele dingen wilt opnemen. Het is niet het beste, dat merk je aan de toetsen die behoorlijk veel lawaai maken bij het spelen maar dat merk je natuurlijk niet in je opname. Alle andere controls zoals de pads, faders, ... voelen zeer goed aan. Het is in verhouding met de prijs zeker goed.

TIP: Als je echt pianostukken wilt spelen dan raad ik de grotere versie van dit keyboard aan. Soms mis ik een octaaf.

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