The compact creative controller: 37 keys, Scale and Chord Modes, generative arpeggiator, and powerful DAW integration
Launchkey 37 is a powerful DAW controller with three octaves of synth-style, full-size keys, eight continuous encoders and 16 velocity-sensitive pads for playing drums, instruments and launching clips. Creative Chord and Scale modes are built right in and work with the OLED display to make staying in key effortless.
Key Features
- Chord and Scale modes
- Powerful integration with all major DAWs
- Eight endless rotary encoders
- 37 synth-action keys
- 16 velocity-sensitive pads
- Pro-grade software bundle included
The Creative Controller
Play music. Get creative.
1. Powerful DAW integration
Launchkey offers custom integration with Ableton Live, Logic, Cubase, FL Studio, Reason, Bitwig, and Ardour.
2. Built-in creative tools
Powerful built-in Arpeggiator and three Chord Modes make it easy to create musical progressions, ensuring you're never waiting for inspiration.
3. Our best ever pads
Take control with 16 velocity-sensitive pads with polyphonic aftertouch, perfect for launching clips, playing chords, and expressive drumming.
16 Launchpad-style pads
37 synth-style keys
Eight endless encoders
Seamless DAW integration
Workflow and navigation
Powerful creative tools.
Always in key
Lock your keyboard to one of 30 scales with Scale Mode to avoid wrong notes. Chord Detector displays your chord visually on the OLED display.
Move with the melody
Effortlessly create and mutate sequences with the latest generative arpeggiator. Use the 8-step editor with tie, accent, and ratchet controls for expression.
Overcome creative blocks
Play chords from curated sets with Chord Map, save progressions in User Chord mode, and transpose them easily using Fixed Chord mode.
NKS-ready hardware
We've partnered with Native Instruments to bring NKS compatibility to Launchkey, offering seamless integration between NI software and Novation hardware.
Create your own control surfaces
Map MIDI parameters to any pad or encoder using Novation's easy-to-use Components software.
Included software.
All you need to create
Heritage synth emulations
Instruments
Effects
DAWs and tools
Spark inspiration with Novation Play.
Specifications
Keybed
- 37 synth-style keys
Creative tools
- Generative arpeggiator with step editor
- Scale Mode - with 30 built-in scales to choose from
- Chord modes: Chord Map/Fixed Chord/User Chord
- Custom Modes: pads/encoders
Controls and pads
- 16 RGB backlit velocity sensitive pads with polyphonic aftertouch
- 2 pad page buttons Scene Launch / Func buttons
- Octave up/down buttons
- Pitch bend and modulation wheels
- 8 endless rotary encoders
- 2 encoder page buttons
- Play/stop/record/loop buttons
- Capture MIDI/Undo/Quantise/Metronome
- Track navigation buttons
Display
- 128 x 64 monochrome OLED display
DAW integration
- Custom DAW scripts: Ableton Live 11 or later, Logic X and 11, Cubase 11 and 12, Reason Studios, FL Studio, and Ardour
- Compatible with all other DAWs through HUI
Connectivity
- USB-C socket
- 5 pin MIDI out socket
- Sustain pedal 1/4” jack socket
- Kensington security slot
Dimensions
- Width557mm
- Depth251mm
- Height79mm
- Weight2.18kg
Power Requirements
- USB bus powered
- Power supply not included
What's in the box?
- Launchkey 37
- USB type C-to-A cable