Description
Ultimate Music Creation Bundle: Novation Launchkey 49 MK4 & Ableton Live 12 Suite Upgrade
Unlock your full creative potential with this expertly curated bundle, combining the Novation Launchkey 49 MK4 USB/MIDI Controller Keyboard in striking white with the powerful Ableton Live 12 Suite. Perfect for producers, performers, and composers alike, this package delivers unparalleled control, flexibility, and sonic possibilities—all designed to elevate your music production and live performances.
Please note that you will need to install and authorise Ableton Live Lite first and then install and authorise the upgrade software to the full version using the provided serial number.
Novation Launchkey 49 MK4 – Main Features
Designed for precise expressive play and seamless studio integration, the Launchkey 49 MK4 sports:
- 49 semi-weighted waterfall-style keys for smooth, sensitive playing ideal for fluid performances
- 16 velocity-sensitive FSR pads with polyphonic aftertouch for dynamic finger drumming and clip launching
- 9 faders and 8 endless rotary encoders for intuitive control over mixing, instrument parameters, and effects
- Vivid OLED display offering instant visual feedback on modes and settings
- Dedicated transport buttons and workflow controls including Play, Stop, Record, Loop, Capture MIDI, Undo, Quantise, and Metronome
- Innovative creative modes: Scale, Fixed Chord, Chord Maps, and a sophisticated arpeggiator, enabling effortless songwriting and staying in key
- Keyboard splitting and layering for multitimbral setups across two MIDI channels
- Customisable control assignments with Novation’s free Components software—store up to four custom mappings for faders, pads, and encoders
- USB-C bus-powered connection plus 5-pin MIDI out for flexible hardware synthesis integration
- Broad compatibility with all major DAWs including Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Cubase, Reason, Reaper, FL Studio, and Ardour
Ableton Live 12 Suite Upgrade – Main Features
An essential upgrade for registered Live Lite users, Ableton Live 12 Suite delivers the complete professional-grade toolkit for music creation, production, and live performance:
- Multitrack audio recording and advanced MIDI sequencing supporting both hardware and software instruments
- Exclusive Session View for flexible, nonlinear music sketching and real-time clip triggering
- Powerful audio warping enabling tempo syncing and time manipulation without quality loss
- Comprehensive effects and instruments including wavetable, FM, subtractive, granular and physical-model synthesizers, plus cutting-edge devices like Roar saturation and the expressive MPE-capable Meld synth
- Comping and linked-track editing for selecting and refining the best takes with ease
- Extensive MIDI effects including transformations, generators, and tools for humanising and varying performance dynamics
- Built-in Max for Live, granting limitless customisation possibilities and access to an expansive ecosystem of instruments, effects, and utilities
- Over 71GB of sounds, loops, and samples, including unique collections like Lost and Found foley and Performance Pack Max for Live devices
- Advanced live performance tools: tempo following, macro controls with snapshot recall, MIDI mapping, and hardware integration
- Support for VST2, VST3, Audio Units, MPE, Ableton Link syncing, and multiple audio file formats
- Unlimited audio and MIDI tracks, flexible grouping, groove engine, video import, and more for professional production workflows
Why Choose This Bundle?
Combine unparalleled tactile control with state-of-the-art music software in one comprehensive package. The Launchkey 49 MK4’s premium build and expressive features perfectly complement the expansive creative capabilities of Ableton Live 12 Suite, empowering you to produce, perform, and innovate with confidence. Whether in the studio or on stage, this bundle offers everything you need to transform ideas into polished productions and dynamic live sets.
Specifications at a Glance
Novation Launchkey 49 MK4:
- 49 semi-weighted waterfall keys
- 16 velocity-sensitive FSR pads with polyphonic aftertouch
- 9 faders, 8 rotary encoders
- OLED display
- Transport and workflow buttons
- USB-C powered, 5-pin MIDI out
- Compatible with major DAWs and class-compliant for Mac, Windows, iOS
Ableton Live 12 Suite Upgrade:
- Multitrack recording up to 32-bit/192kHz
- Unlimited audio/MIDI tracks and scenes
- Support for VST, AU plugins
- Max for Live included
- 71+ GB of samples, loops, and instruments
- Tempo-following and advanced MIDI tools
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ Is the Launchkey 49 MK4 fully compatible with Ableton Live 12 Suite?
Yes, the Launchkey 49 MK4 offers seamless plug-and-play integration with Ableton Live, providing automatic mapping for transport, clip launching, instrument control, and effects parameters, optimised for Live 12 Suite’s advanced features.
➤ Do I need to own Live Lite to use the Ableton Live 12 Suite Upgrade?
Yes, this upgrade is exclusively for registered owners of Ableton Live Lite. It unlocks the full Suite version with extended instruments, effects, and performance capabilities.
➤ Can I customise the Launchkey controls to work with other software?
Absolutely. Using Novation’s free Components software, you can create up to four custom control mappings, assigning faders, pads, and encoders to any MIDI parameter in your preferred DAW or hardware synths.
➤ Does the bundle support live performance workflows?
Yes, both the Launchkey 49 MK4 and Ableton Live 12 Suite are designed for live use. Launchkey’s pads and faders provide hands-on control, while Live’s Session View and tempo-following features allow for dynamic, improvisational performances.
➤ What type of music production can I achieve with this bundle?
From electronic beats and hip-hop to orchestral compositions and experimental sound design, this bundle equips you with versatile tools and sounds to produce virtually any genre with professional polish.
Delivery
This item is normally sent to Mainland UK addresses by DPD who generally provide a one-hour window of delivery on the morning of delivery by email or text message.
FREE delivery within mainland UK
UK Non-Mainland: from £12.99
Rep. of Ireland and Mainland Europe: from £35 (calculated at checkout). Please see our international delivery page or contact us for details.
Warranty Information
Standard warranty against manufacturer defects apply. Extended warranty is not available on this item.
