Description
The Novation Launchkey 61 White combines powerful DAW control, inspiring creative tools and premium playability in a stunning modern white finish. Featuring 61 semi-weighted keys, 16 polyphonic aftertouch pads, dedicated mixer controls and deep integration with all major DAWs, Launchkey 61 White is designed to keep you creating, performing and producing without interruption.
Whether you’re working in Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Cubase, FL Studio, Reason, Bitwig or Ardour, Launchkey 61 White provides immediate hands-on control of your software and hardware instruments.
Main Features
- 61 full-size semi-weighted waterfall keys
- Elegant limited white finish
- Deep integration with all major DAWs
- 16 velocity-sensitive FSR pads with polyphonic aftertouch
- 8 endless rotary encoders
- 9 faders with dedicated buttons
- OLED display for instant visual feedback
- Scale Mode, Fixed Chord, User Chord and Chord Maps
- Powerful onboard arpeggiator
- Keyboard Split and Layer modes
- Full-size 5-pin MIDI output
- Custom Modes via Novation Components
- Native Instruments NKS compatibility
- USB bus powered operation
- Extensive software bundle included
- Three-year manufacturer warranty
Powerful DAW Integration
Launchkey 61 White delivers seamless control over all major music production software without complicated setup.
Supported DAWs include:
- Ableton Live
- Logic Pro
- Cubase
- FL Studio
- Reason
- Bitwig Studio
- Ardour
Control transport functions, mixer channels, plugin parameters, clip launching, timeline navigation and more directly from the keyboard.
For Ableton Live Session View and Logic Live Loops users, the RGB pads function as intuitive clip launchers with colour-matched feedback.
Premium Semi-Weighted Keybed
The upgraded 61-note semi-weighted waterfall keyboard provides exceptional responsiveness and playability.
Perfect for:
- Piano performances
- Synth leads
- Basslines
- Chord work
- Studio production
- Live performance
The extended five-octave range gives you plenty of room for expressive performances without constant octave switching.
Advanced Polyphonic Aftertouch Pads
Launchkey 61 White features Novation’s patented FSR pads with polyphonic aftertouch.
Benefits include:
- Increased sensitivity
- Improved consistency
- Greater expressive control
- Accurate finger drumming
- Dynamic clip launching
The 16 RGB pads are equally comfortable for beat production, performance and composition.
Built-In Creative Tools
Launchkey’s powerful creative features work independently of your DAW and remain available whether controlling software, hardware synths or mobile devices.
Creative features include:
Scale Mode
Lock the keyboard to any of 30 scales to eliminate wrong notes and maintain musical confidence.
Chord Modes
- Fixed Chord
- User Chord
- Chord Maps
Create rich chord progressions and harmonic ideas quickly and easily.
Advanced Arpeggiator
Generate evolving patterns, rhythmic sequences and melodic ideas with the latest version of Novation’s acclaimed arpeggiator.
Split And Layer Performance Modes
Launchkey 61 White allows you to:
- Split the keyboard into two independent playing zones
- Layer two MIDI channels simultaneously
- Control multiple instruments at once
This flexibility makes it ideal for both studio and live performance setups.
Full Hardware Integration
The full-size 5-pin MIDI output allows Launchkey 61 White to work directly with external hardware synthesizers and MIDI devices without requiring a computer.
Combined with Custom Modes and Novation Components, you can create personalised control surfaces tailored to your exact workflow.
Create Your Own Workflow
Using the free Novation Components software, you can customise:
- Pads
- Encoders
- Faders
- Buttons
Store multiple custom templates and instantly recall them directly from the hardware.
Included Software Bundle
Launchkey 61 White includes a comprehensive collection of professional music production software.
Included software:
- Ableton Live 12 Lite
- Cubase LE
- Novation Play
- Melodics
- Native Instruments Komplete Select
- GForce Bass Station
- GForce Oberheim SEM
- GForce Oberheim OB-EZ
- GForce AXXESS
- Klevgrand LUXE
- Klevgrand Slammer
- Orchestral Tools Parallel Orchestra
Spark Inspiration With Novation Play
Included exclusively with Launchkey, Novation Play features more than 80 professionally designed sounds sampled from classic Novation, Sequential and Oberheim synthesizers.
Enjoy:
- Basses
- Leads
- Pads
- Drum kits
- Dedicated Pad FX
- Hardware-style workflow
- Instant preset switching
What’s In The Box
- Novation Launchkey 61 White
- USB Type-C to USB-A cable
Technical Specifications
Keyboard
- 61 full-size keys
- Semi-weighted waterfall action
Controls
- 16 FSR pads with polyphonic aftertouch
- 8 endless rotary encoders
- 9 faders
- 9 fader buttons
- Pitch bend wheel
- Modulation wheel
- OLED display
Creative Functions
- Scale Mode
- Fixed Chord
- User Chord
- Chord Maps
- Arpeggiator
- Split Mode
- Layer Mode
Connectivity
- USB Type-C
- 5-pin MIDI output
- Sustain pedal input
Compatibility
- macOS
- Windows
- iOS
- Major DAWs
- Native Instruments NKS ecosystem
Power
- USB bus powered
- No external power supply required
Why Buy This?
The Novation Launchkey 61 White combines premium semi-weighted keys, advanced creative tools, deep DAW integration and powerful performance controls in a stylish white finish, making it an outstanding centrepiece for any modern music production setup.
Delivery
This product is in stock and ready to ship
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
Rep. of Ireland and Mainland Europe: from £30 (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.
