Novation releases Launchkey Mini

Novation has announced the release of Launchkey Mini, a compact new mini-key instrument/controller. It works immediately with the new Novation Launchpad and Launchkey iPad apps, and delivers hands-on control of major Mac and Windows-based music software including Ableton Live, FL Studio, Pro Tools, Cubase, Reason, and Logic.

Launchkey Mini features 16 velocity sensitive, three colour launch pads - use them to trigger sounds, effects, transport controls, and more. In addition Launchkey Mini features a 25-note keyboard, eight assignable rotary controls plus seven function buttons and a further two performance buttons. Compact and portable, Launchkey Mini is great for producing and performing at home or on stage.

Launchkey Mini At A Glance:

• Instrument/controller for iPad, Mac and PC.
• 25-note mini-keyboard.
• 26 assignable controls.
• 16 velocity sensitive, three colour launch pads.
• eight knobs, seven function buttons, two performance buttons.
• Free software for iPad, PC, and Mac makes Launchkey an integrated instrument out of the box.

Included Software:

• Novation Launchkey app (for iPad).
• Novation Launchpad app (for iPad).
• Ableton Live Lite.
• Novation V-Station soft-synth.
• Novation Bass Station soft-synth.
• Loopmasters sample pack.

Pricing & Availability

Launchkey Mini is available worldwide from September 2013 with an MSRP of $124.99.

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