NovationLaunchkey 61 [MK4] – 61 key Semi-Weighted, USB, MIDI Keyboard Controller with DAW Integration. Chord & Scale Modes, 8 Drum Pads, & Arpeggiator — Includes Software Bundle for Music Production
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NovationLaunchkey 61 [MK4] – 61 key Semi-Weighted, USB, MIDI Keyboard Controller with DAW Integration. Chord & Scale Modes, 8 Drum Pads, & Arpeggiator — Includes Software Bundle for Music Production

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Details

  • Brand
    Novation
  • Number of keys
    61
  • Connectivity technology
    USB
  • Special feature
    Synth Action
  • Model name
    Launchkey 61
🎹61 semi-weighted keys for expressive play
🔗Seamless USB-C DAW integration across major platforms
🥁16 velocity-sensitive FSR drum pads with polyphonic aftertouch

Description

🎶 Elevate your studio game — where creativity meets control.

  • UNIVERSAL DAW COMPATIBILITY - Plug and play with Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, and more for effortless workflow.
  • 16 VELOCITY SENSITIVE DRUM PADS - Go beyond finger drumming with pads that respond to pressure and trigger chords, clips, and sequences.
  • COMPREHENSIVE SOFTWARE BUNDLE INCLUDED - Jumpstart your music production with Ableton Live 12 Lite, GForce instruments, Orchestral Tools, and free Melodics lessons.
  • EXPRESSIVE 61 KEY SEMI WEIGHTED KEYBOARD - Feel every nuance with premium keybeds designed for dynamic performance.
  • SCALE CHORD MODES FOR FLAWLESS CREATIVITY - Never hit a wrong note—trigger lush chords and wild arpeggios with intuitive modes.

The Novation Launchkey 61 MK4 is a professional-grade MIDI keyboard controller featuring 61 semi-weighted keys, 16 velocity-sensitive FSR pads with polyphonic aftertouch, and seamless USB-C connectivity. Designed for ultimate DAW integration with major platforms like Ableton Live and Logic Pro, it includes powerful creative tools such as Scale and Chord modes, an arpeggiator, and a comprehensive software bundle to fuel your music production journey.

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Specifications

Product Dimensions89.41 x 26.16 x 9.14 cm; 4.76 kg
Item model numberAMS-LAUNCHKEY-61-MK4
ColourBlack
Compatible DevicesDesktop, Laptop, USB-C tablet, USB-C enabled smartphone
ConnectorUSB
Hardware InterfaceUSB
Supported SoftwareAbleton Live, Cubase, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Reaper, Reason, Ableton Live 12 Lite, GForce Synth, Orchestral Tools, Klevgard Plug-In
Material TypePlastic
Musical StyleElectronic
Instrument KeyAny
Number of Keyboard Keys61
Size61 Key
Hardware PlatformPC/Mac
Item Weight4.76 kg

Reviews

4.5

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A**H

Brilliant MIDI Keyboard

I have used several MIDI keyboards in the past years, but this one is amazing. Lot of features. Keys feel great. Good built. I know it is optimised with most major DAWs, but for me it was important to use it with Cubase and the integration is just WOW.Highly recommended!

C**L

Fabulous keyboasrd

I wanted a 61 not keyboard that would not only fit under my workstation desk but would also have a good feel and that included faders and pads. The Novation Launchkey is perfect and has many functions that I didn't realise I needed until I had them. The perfect keyboard for when you don't want / can't be bothered to get up and go over to your main keyboard! Would give it 10 stars.

M**N

Amazing Functions, and a Real person to speak to in support!!

It is SOOO refreshing to find a company that has got the product RIGHT, and the Customer Service RIGHT! Novation have gone the extra mile with this MIDI controller. Connection to CUBASE was simple, with a perfect Script for the interface, and incredible options. I needed a quick support to clarify something that I wanted to access, and I got through to a real Person within one minute. 'Nat', was very helpful and knowledgeable. Well done Novation. You deserve success.

M**T

Mini keys aren’t great

All the extra controls and functionality is great, the knobs and pads feel good and sturdy. But the actual keys (25 mini keys version) aren’t great. It’s OK when you need to record some rough MIDI, but don’t expect a playable key bed. The velocity sensitivity seems inconsistent to say the least. If you need good mini keys, I can recommend Arturia and Korg products. If you’re after extras like the chord bank and Ableton clip launcher, this is fine. And the integration with Ableton works flawlessly out of the box.Shame the MIDI Out isn’t full size, but at least it’s present. I don’t want to sound too critical, I quite like this little controller. It’s well made and thought out. Your mileage may vary.

M**T

Blown away for the price

I've churned through a lot of controllers. Aside from concerns about build-quality, as a grumpy Bitwig user on Linux I was expecting problems.Whilst there are a few configuration hoops to traverse in order to get all of the automation working as expected, I got there in the end, and the experience overall with this keyboard has been (and continues to be) amazing.The 37 keys are adequate for a noodling on .Props to Novation for the mod and pitch bend wheels, which have an satisfying rubbery-feel to them.The 16 pads feel incredible to me, really sensitive, I didn't realise what I was missing; just great!Generally, the various buttons and knobs feels high quality, with the knob data increments scaling according to how fast you use them; all very sensible.Love the miniature OLED screen. Not in your face, but still conveying useful information.Novation seems to have mastered the trade-offs required to manufacture a quality instrument at a very reasonable price.I'll be looking out for an SL37 with poly-aftertouch, midi 2.0, MPE support in the future. Whatever you do though Novation, don't mess with those rubbery expression wheels, you've nailed it there :-D

P**K

37 synth action keys are very playable. No clanking or rough edges. Very well featured. NICE!

The 37 keys was the best size for me for a portable rig. The synth action is actually OK - the keys don't clank like some keyboards. The extra features are great.Although the scripts are still a bit out of sync, even after the 8 months pre-release, once you find the scripts in the chaos of Novation support, the scripts work flawessly! Suddenly your BRICK, works as a DAW controller in Logic & Cubase. Just wisth they realised that Presonus Studio One, IS a thing.The custom chords, scale mode and scale chords are great! The performance modifiers on the scale chords are excellent. I just wish they also worked on the custom chords too. Maybe in an update?The endless encoder knobs are great compared to the Mk3.Definitely my best purshase in 2025. I wish I had bought the 49/66 key, but by the law of physics, they're just too big to play on the bus ;-) It costs a little more than the competition, but overall, Novation have nailed it with the mk4 (except the performance modifers (arp up/down, chord pump patterns, etc, etc. ) on Custom Chords as well.)The BONUS software is also mostly worth having. Actually useful stuff. If you don't have a DAW, the included Ableton Lite is a start.

J**L

Wow, what can this amazing 37 keyboard not do!!!!!

This changed my mind about (smaller) keyboards especially with programmable pads, this keyboard is on a another level for creating music, I'm very old school (1980's) but the options on this range of keyboards is amazing and so intuitive it has honestly opened up a new way of me creating music, love it.

F**Y

Great little controller

Works like a charm and good quality. Keys are a little cheap feeling but I didn’t expect anything magical.

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