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product_id: 214561957
title: "Launchkey 25 [MK3] MIDI Keyboard Controller - Seamless Ableton Live Integration. Chord Mode, Scale Mode, and Arpeggiator — All the software you need for Music Production"
brand: "novation"
price: "€ 396.08"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Novation"
url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/214561957-launchkey-25-mk3-midi-keyboard-controller-seamless-ableton-live-integration
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region: Austria
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# 25 velocity-sensitive keys Seamless Ableton Live & DAW integration 16 velocity-sensitive pads Launchkey 25 [MK3] MIDI Keyboard Controller - Seamless Ableton Live Integration. Chord Mode, Scale Mode, and Arpeggiator — All the software you need for Music Production

**Brand:** novation
**Price:** € 396.08
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Unlock your sonic potential with the Launchkey 25 MK3 — where pro control meets instant inspiration!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Launchkey 25 [MK3] MIDI Keyboard Controller - Seamless Ableton Live Integration. Chord Mode, Scale Mode, and Arpeggiator — All the software you need for Music Production by novation
- **How much does it cost?** € 396.08 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- novation enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted novation brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Instant Chord Mastery:** Play full chords with one finger using fixed, scale, and user chord modes—no music theory needed.
- • **Plug & Play Powerhouse:** Effortless USB connectivity with native support for Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Cubase, and more.
- • **Creative Flow Uninterrupted:** Deeply customizable arpeggiator and scale modes keep your melodies fresh and mistake-free.
- • **Compact, Portable Command Center:** Lightweight and ergonomic design fits perfectly in your mobile studio setup—create anywhere.
- • **Expressive Performance at Your Fingertips:** Velocity-sensitive keys and pads deliver dynamic, nuanced control for every beat and chord.

## Overview

The Novation Launchkey 25 MK3 is a compact, 25-key MIDI keyboard controller designed for seamless integration with Ableton Live and other major DAWs. Featuring velocity-sensitive keys and pads, chord and scale modes, and a versatile arpeggiator, it empowers musicians to create expressive, professional-quality music effortlessly. Its lightweight, ergonomic design and plug-and-play USB connectivity make it the perfect portable studio companion for producers and performers alike.

## Description

Launchkey is our intuitive and fully integrated MIDI keyboard controller for making tracks in Ableton Live and with your external equipment. The Launchkey experience is designed for players of all types and abilities. With Launchkey, regardless of experience, you can create and play your music like never before. With its various musical creation features, all of which can be used standalone, Launchkey removes barriers to creativity, and expands the musical vocabulary of even the most talented keyboardists.

Review: Wow. recommend getting an audio interface with this if you haven't already done so. - No brainer for Ableton users. I surveyed the land of midi controllers. I wanted something with decent pads and a usable keyboard. Not sure about the other controllers obviously because I didn't buy all of them, but this one's integration with Ableton is awesome. Don't really need to set anything up, pads sync to drum racks and you just press the record button on the midi controller to capture and play. Syncs with session view really well if you produce that way. Arp is fun and the buttons are laid out so that the most important functions are easy to see (octave, capture midi, scale, arp etc.). Knobs feel great and doing automation with them rather than drawing in curves makes it sound better. modwheel and pitchwheel feels good. First keyboard I have ever gotten, The keys feel great. I got full sized keys, and I think it is worth it. Keys dont feel too stiff or too loose. The drum pads are responsive enough for my needs. If you are looking for something to actually do serious full on finger drumming with, might not be what you need because its not a square 4X4 layout and the pads probably aren't as extreme touch responsive as like a push 2 or a Maschine, but they are what you need for getting timing, and measuing velocity enough so that your hits sound good and on point. They are not mushy which is what I want. I got a midi controller for timing and inspiration, and this really is so much better than producing with only a mouse and really fulfills all I'm looking for. arp is awesome. This thing is really easy to use. We will see if this holds up, (i've only had it for like 3 days) so hopefully, this controller is durable. and none of the keys or pads break in the near future. Do yourself a favor and if you haven't already done so, accompany this purchase with an audio interface like a Focusrite solo or 2i2, (if you are looking for best budget and interface with good drivers) the latency difference is astounding. I can actually play along with my track on time. what a difference.
Review: Nice controller, usable key size, Awesome with Ableton - After watching and reading reviews on various reasonably priced controllers, I picked this one because of its good reviews and Ableton integration. One of the reviews I watched rated the keys as average and talked up a competing brand as having a much better key feel. Honestly, I think the key feel on this one is pretty decent for a controller in this price range. As good as many synths. I have a weighted 88 key Nord performance piano and a Roland synth to compare to. While these keys are smaller and unweighted, they're still much larger than many of the micro controllers out there that would be poor for developing the muscle memory necessary to play on regular keyboards. Still, I wouldn't recommend a keyboard with this few keys as a starter keyboard for someone learning and of course, as a controller, it has no sounds of its own, so you still have to have a software synth and computer to use it. Ableton picks it up with no fancy configuration via USB.

## Features

- Designed for Live – Unrivalled integration for Ableton Live gives you a seamless music making experience. Controls include device macro control, track select, record, capture MIDI, clip/scene launch, stop/mute/solo, volume, pans and send, and more
- Create and play with feeling – Velocity-sensitive keyboard and 16 velocity-sensitive pads enable expressive and dynamic performance at your fingertips. Capture your playing in Ableton Live precisely as you intended
- Play chords with one finger – Lay down chords for your track quick with three chord modes — fixed, scale, and user. Play a chord with one finger by assigning a fixed shape to the keys and it’ll transpose as you move up and down the keyboard
- Get melodies moving with arpeggiator – Easy to use but deeply controllable, Launchkey Mini’s creative arpeggiator allows you to change rhythm, beat, pattern, octave, gate and more to add a whole range of diversity to your ideas and melodies
- Never hit a wrong note – Scale modes transpose keys and pads to notes in the se-lected scale, so that you can focus on being creative and remove music theory frustration
- DAW Integration – In addition to Apple Logic and Ableton Live, Launchkey also has excellent integrations with Reason, as well as any HUI compatible DAW, such as Cubase, Pro Tools, and more

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B086N4S1B9 |
| Additional Features | Scale and Chord modes |
| Best Sellers Rank | #67,675 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #248 in Computer Recording MIDI Controllers |
| Brand | Novation |
| Brand Name | Novation |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | PC, Synthesizer, Groovebox. |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Connector Type | MIDI |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Control Type | Keyboard Controller |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 226 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00815301001232 |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Hardware Platform | Mac/Windows |
| Human Interface Input | Keyboard |
| Included Components | Launchkey 25 [MK3], USB cable, Safety information sheet |
| Instrument | Keyboard |
| Instrument Key | Any |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 10.16"D x 18.23"W x 3.03"H |
| Item Type Name | MIDI Keyboard Controller for Ableton Live |
| Item Weight | 4.08 Pounds |
| Keyboard Description | Ergonomic |
| Manufacturer | Novation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | AMS-LAUNCHKEY-25-MK3 |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Model Name | Launchkey 25 [MK3] |
| Model Number | AMS-LAUNCHKEY-25-MK3 |
| Model Year | 2020 |
| Noise Control | None |
| Number of Keys | 25 |
| Platform | Mac, Windows 10, Windows 7, iOS |
| Product Dimensions | 10.16"D x 18.23"W x 3.03"H |
| Product Style | 25 Keys |
| Size | 25 Keys |
| Special Feature | Scale and Chord modes |
| Supported Software | Ableton, Logic Pro, Cubase, HUI |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| UPC | 815301001232 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 3 year manufacturer. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Novation
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Model Name:** Launchkey 25 [MK3]
- **Number of Keys:** 25
- **Special Feature:** Scale and Chord modes

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wow. recommend getting an audio interface with this if you haven't already done so.
*by K***R on October 19, 2022*

No brainer for Ableton users. I surveyed the land of midi controllers. I wanted something with decent pads and a usable keyboard. Not sure about the other controllers obviously because I didn't buy all of them, but this one's integration with Ableton is awesome. Don't really need to set anything up, pads sync to drum racks and you just press the record button on the midi controller to capture and play. Syncs with session view really well if you produce that way. Arp is fun and the buttons are laid out so that the most important functions are easy to see (octave, capture midi, scale, arp etc.). Knobs feel great and doing automation with them rather than drawing in curves makes it sound better. modwheel and pitchwheel feels good. First keyboard I have ever gotten, The keys feel great. I got full sized keys, and I think it is worth it. Keys dont feel too stiff or too loose. The drum pads are responsive enough for my needs. If you are looking for something to actually do serious full on finger drumming with, might not be what you need because its not a square 4X4 layout and the pads probably aren't as extreme touch responsive as like a push 2 or a Maschine, but they are what you need for getting timing, and measuing velocity enough so that your hits sound good and on point. They are not mushy which is what I want. I got a midi controller for timing and inspiration, and this really is so much better than producing with only a mouse and really fulfills all I'm looking for. arp is awesome. This thing is really easy to use. We will see if this holds up, (i've only had it for like 3 days) so hopefully, this controller is durable. and none of the keys or pads break in the near future. Do yourself a favor and if you haven't already done so, accompany this purchase with an audio interface like a Focusrite solo or 2i2, (if you are looking for best budget and interface with good drivers) the latency difference is astounding. I can actually play along with my track on time. what a difference.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice controller, usable key size, Awesome with Ableton
*by D***E on June 19, 2024*

After watching and reading reviews on various reasonably priced controllers, I picked this one because of its good reviews and Ableton integration. One of the reviews I watched rated the keys as average and talked up a competing brand as having a much better key feel. Honestly, I think the key feel on this one is pretty decent for a controller in this price range. As good as many synths. I have a weighted 88 key Nord performance piano and a Roland synth to compare to. While these keys are smaller and unweighted, they're still much larger than many of the micro controllers out there that would be poor for developing the muscle memory necessary to play on regular keyboards. Still, I wouldn't recommend a keyboard with this few keys as a starter keyboard for someone learning and of course, as a controller, it has no sounds of its own, so you still have to have a software synth and computer to use it. Ableton picks it up with no fancy configuration via USB.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for beginners, worth the price
*by D***Z on August 10, 2021*

I wanted to start music production and after some research I started with this keyboard. It’s integrated perfectly with Ableton, and also comes with the lite version of the software (even though the intro edition is free). However, it also includes plenty of other software via the Novation website, so you’re not just getting the hardware but also extensive tools and instruments. TL;DR: Great for beginners and price, gives you access to a free DAW for starters and plenty of other valuable software.

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