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Novation Launchkey 49 MK4
Now supports Native Instruments NKS ecosystem with Komplete Select and more!
Native Instruments has opened up the NKS Hardware Partner Program, allowing third-party controllers to integrate with the NKS ecosystem for the first time. Previously, only NI’s own hardware (like the Kontrol S-Series and Komplete Kontrol A-Series)had this capability. Now, millions of producers and performers can experience seamless hardware-software integration with partner controllers, all while accessing NI’s legendary sounds. Every compatible controller will include a Komplete 15 Select voucher, giving users instant access to a powerful sound library.
There are three Komplete Select bundles to choose from to suit your production style; comprised of: Beat, Band and Electronic packages. Whether you're into beatmaking, songwriting, or electronic production, there’s a Komplete 15 Select edition tailored to your needs. Plus, existing hardware owners can claim a free voucher, making it the perfect time to explore the expanded NKS workflow.
Effortless DAW control
The Novation Launchkey 49 MK4 offers deep integration with popular DAWs like Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, Reaper, and Reason. You can enjoy powerful control without the hassle of setup—just plug it in and start creating. Eight continuous encoders and nine faders provide immediate access to your DAW’s mixer, instruments, and effects, streamlining your workflow.
High-quality semi-weighted keybed
The Launchkey 49 MK4 features a 49-note keyboard with semi-weighted, waterfall-style keys that offer an exceptional playing experience. The responsive keybed ensures superb playability for intricate piano pieces and dynamic synth lines, crucial for both recording sessions and live performances. The semi-weighted keys provide just the right amount of resistance, suitable for various playing styles.
Complete with Ableton Live and high-end virtual instruments
The Launchkey 49 MK4 comes complete with Ableton Live Lite - perfect for musicians, producers, and performers seeking versatile music creation tools. This latest version includes essential workflows, instruments, and effects to create new sounds, record ideas, and perform live. Novation has also partnered with GForce, offering a 4-in-1 bundle of iconic synths—ideal for crafting powerful basslines, airy melodies, lush chords, and intricate sequences. The bundle includes a mono synth, two poly synths, and a tape sampler emulation, giving you a wide array of sound design options.
The curated orchestral samples from Orchestral Tools provide a rich suite of sounds, combining selections from the Inspire 2 and Time Macro collections. These high-quality recordings bring the essence of a full orchestra to your fingertips, perfect for adding depth and realism to your compositions.
Additionally, Klevgrand's plugins like the LUXE enhancer, R0Verb, and Slammer drum plugin ensure your tracks are polished and performance-ready. LUXE helps fit your tracks seamlessly within a mix, R0Verb combines reverb with a multi-delay system for unique effects, and Slammer offers highly customizable multi-sampled drum sounds. Also included are curated Melodic lessons which provide in-depth tutorials for creating music and how to get the most out of your Launchkye 49 MK4.
Creative Chord and Scale modes
Scale Mode locks the notes of the keyboard to your chosen scale, ensuring you always stay in key, which is particularly useful for beginners learning music theory and experienced musicians streamlining their workflow. Chord Modes, including Fixed Chord, User Chord, and Chord Maps, allow for easy creation of complex musical progressions. The OLED display provides a visual representation of the chords and scales, aiding in understanding music structure and allowing precise adjustments. These features make the creative process more intuitive and enjoyable, whether composing new tracks or refining existing ones.
Versatile connectivity options
The Launchkey 49 MK4 serves as a central hub for your music production setup with its versatile connectivity options. The full-size MIDI out port lets you connect directly to synths and other MIDI hardware, perfect for incorporating hardware synths and drum machines into your workflow. Compatibility with iPhone and iPad offers a portable solution for on-the-go music making. Custom mappings can be created using Novation’s Components software, tailoring the controller to your specific needs. This adaptability is unmatched, allowing you to save and recall custom mappings for different setups, ensuring seamless integration into both studio and stage environments.
Komplete 15 Ultimate
Create professional tracks with cutting-edge tools
Komplete 15 Ultimate brings together everything you need for high-quality production. Kontakt 8 adds creative features like a loop playground and wavetable modulation, helping you shape fresh ideas quickly. Ozone 11 Standard brings intelligent mastering into your workflow, using AI tools to help you get polished, release-ready results faster. Guitar Rig 7 Pro gives you a flexible sound design playground, whether you're working with guitars, bass, or effects chains. Each tool is designed to fit easily into any workflow, providing powerful options without slowing you down.
Access expressive orchestral and vocal instruments
Use tools like Valves, Vocal Colors, and Choir: Omnia Essentials to create emotive, realistic arrangements with ease. These instruments are designed to add depth and nuance, whether you're layering a brass ensemble or crafting human-sounding vocal textures. Action Woodwinds and the Schema sequencers offer even more ways to generate movement and drama in your scores. From traditional strings and cinematic textures to experimental layers, these orchestral and vocal instruments help you explore a wide range of sounds, all in an easy-to-use format.
Build beats and rhythms with ease
With 19 drum and percussion libraries included, Komplete 15 Ultimate is ready for any beatmaking or scoring task. Explore decades of iconic drums with Abbey Road 60s Drummer and Studio Drummer, or get modern and genre-specific with Empire Breaks, TRK-01, and the latest Play Series kits. Session Percussionist and Battery 4 offer even more customisation for unique grooves.
Explore genre-ready sounds and seamless integration
The included 83 Expansions deliver instant access to samples, loops, and presets across a wide range of genres. These packs make it easy to find inspiration quickly, especially when working in styles like Afrobeats, Lo-fi, Progressive Trance, or modern jazz. Play Series instruments provide simple yet powerful interfaces that help you get results fast.
Features
Novation Launchkey 49 MK4
- 25-key velocity-sensitive slim MIDI keyboard controller
- Tactile control panel for intuitive playing
- Two banks of eight premium-quality RGB backlit pads
- Eight rotary encoders and four sliders – perfect for controlling parameters and automation
- Crisp mini display with clickable realtime browsing knob
- Onboard arpeggiator
- Hold/Chord modes
- Custom-written DAW scripts provide unparalleled music software integration
- DAW transport controls
- Octave up/down buttons for full range
- Two capacitive touch-strip sensors for pitch bend and modulation
- USB-C MIDI connects to the computer and MIDI control center
- Seamless integration with all Arturia software instruments
- MIDI 5-pin DIN output for connection to external MIDI instruments/gear
Komplete 15 Ultimate
- Register your product and get a FREE 25 Euro voucher to use in the Native Instruments online store
- Save over 92 on the combined cost of all included products!
- Comprised of 150 premium products with more than 100,000 sounds
- Includes almost every instrument Native Instruments have ever released including fan favourites such as Massive, FM8, Reaktor and Monark
- Now features Kontakt 8, Guitar Rig 7 Pro, Ozone 11 Standard and much much more
- Easy setup, activation and updating with Native Access 2
- Seamless integration with Maschine and Komplete Kontrol
- Works with any DAW
Specifications
Novation Launchkey 49 MK4
- Keybed: 49-note semi-weighted
- Display: OLED display
- Performance pads: 16 RGB backlit velocity sensitive pads – with proprietary FSR technology
- Pad page buttons: 2
- Transport controls: Play/stop/record/loop/track navigation buttons
- Encoders: 8
- Encoder page buttons: 2 encoder page buttons
- Faders: 9
- Faders buttons: 9
- MIDI: 5 pin MIDI out socket
- Additional controls: Scene Launch / Func buttons, Pitch bend and modulation wheels, capture MIDI/Undo/Quantise/Metronome buttons, Scale/Chord Map/Arp/Fixed Chord/Settings/Shift buttons, octave up/down buttons
- USB: USB C socket
- Sustain pedal input: 1/4” jack socket
- Other: Kensington security slot
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 93 x 730 x 263.55 mm
- Weight: 4.08 kg
- Product code: NOVLKE49MK4
Komplete 15 Ultimate
- Operating system:
- Mac: macOS 12, 13 and 14 (64-bit)
- Windows: Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit)
- Processor:
- Mac: Intel Core i5 or equivalent, Apple Silicon (Using Rosetta 2)
- Windows: Intel Core i5 or equivalent
- Format:
- Mac: VST, AU and AAX, 64-bit
- Windows: VST and AAX, 64-bit
- RAM: 4GB (6GB recommended)
- GPU: OpenGL 2.1 or higher
- Disk space: 60GB (850GB for complete installation)
- Activation: Internet connection required to install and activate