Novation Launchkey Mini MK3 User Manual

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Introduction
The Launchkey Mini [MK3] is Novation’s most portable MIDI keyboard controller. Though compact in
size, Launchkey Mini is packed with powerful features and a streamlined workflow that will
elevate your music production and performance.
Launchkey Mini integrates perfectly with Ableton Live (and other DAWs) for both production and
performance. You can navigate and control Live’s Session View, play and record clips, adjust effects
and much more without ever looking at your computer. Additionally, we provide you with a license for
Ableton Live Lite should you need one.
Launchkey Mini features a creative arpeggiator (‘Arp’), as well as ‘Fixed Chord’ mode – both of which
make finding new musical ideas easier. Launchkey Mini’s pads bring your Ableton Session to your
fingertips in full RGB colour, so you know exactly which clips you’re launching. Finally, you can make
Launchkey Mini the perfect controller for your studio or on the go with Custom modes, where you can
customise knobs and pads using Novation Components.
The Launchkey Mini also features a standard TRS MIDI Out 3.5mm jack* for connecting to your
hardware synths and drum machines. This means you can use many of the Launchkey Mini’s functions
without a computer!
If you need any support please contact us at support.novationmusic.com.
Key Features
• Ableton Live integration – Launch clips and
scenes, control Live’s mixer, play instruments
and Drum Racks, capture MIDI, and more.
• Integration with other DAWs (Apple Logic
Pro X, Propellerhead’s Reason, etc. and HUI)
• Connect to your hardware with a standard
TRS MIDI Out 3.5mm jack *
• 25 velocity-sensitive mini-keys
• 16 velocity-sensitive RGB pads
• 8 rotary knobs
• Powerful and creative Arpeggiator for
generating ideas quickly
• Fixed Chord mode
• Play and Record transport control
• Custom modes for user-defined mappings of
knobs and pads
* TRS MIDI Out 3.5mm to MIDI DIN converters are available for purchase at
novationmusic.com

Novation Launchkey Mini MK3 Specifications

General

Keys	25 mini keys
Velocity Sensitivity	Yes
Aftertouch	No
Knobs	8
Transport Controls	Yes
Arpeggiator	Yes
Chord Mode	Yes
Scale Mode	Yes
Connectivity	USB
Type	MIDI Controller
DAW Integration	Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Cubase
MIDI I/O	USB
Power	USB powered
Included Software	Ableton Live Lite, AAS Session Bundle, XLN Audio Addictive Keys
Weight	1.2 kg