Novation Launchkey Mini 37 MK4

The Launchkey Mini 37 Mk4 is a compact and versatile Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) controller. It includes three octaves of synth-action minikeys and 16 proprietary FSR pads for activities such as finger drumming and clip launching. This advanced technology provides novel methods to augment your creativity within your DAW, utilising hardware synthesisers, or on your iPhone and iPad. The enhanced Chord, Scale, and Arpeggio Modes facilitate staying inside the designated key and enable more nuanced expression, offering comprehensive feedback via the high-definition OLED display.

The Launchkey Mini 37 Mk4 effortlessly interfaces with leading DAWs during initial setup, such as Ableton Live, Logic, Cubase, Reason Studios, Reaper, FL Studio, and Ardour. This integration provides a hardware-driven workflow that allows for full control over transport operations, timeline navigation, mixing and EQ, clip launching, and instrument and effect parameters. In Ableton Live’s Session View or Logic’s Live Loops, the 16 drum pads serve as Launchpad-style clip launchers equipped with RGB backlights that synchronise with the visual display on your screen.

The Launchkey Mini 37 MK4 controller incorporates built-in creative tools that seamlessly integrate with your DAW, hardware synthesisers and mobile devices. The Scale Modes enable the user to restrict the keyboard to a selection of 30 specific scales, so preventing the production of erroneous notes or limiting the keyboard to only the white keys. The Fixed Chord mode activates complete chords with a single key, while the new Chord Maps feature allows you to generate expressive progressions with the pads. The enhanced arpeggiator facilitates the manipulation of your sequences, promoting a seamless flow of creativity.

Incorporated into the controller are velocity-sensitive FSR drum pads that are designed for finger-drummers. These drum pads also have polyphonic aftertouch. Every pad is fitted with a distinct radial sensor that improves sensitivity and consistency, resulting in more precise performances. The pads can also be configured to activate chords or individual notes using polyphonic aftertouch.

Custom Modes provide users with the ability to utilise Launchkey’s controls in a flexible manner. By utilising the complimentary Components program within your web browser, you