Novation Launchkey Series User Manual

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2.5 Transport Functions
The MIDI Buttons shown below provide key functionality for performing and recording with Ableton
Live.
2.5.1 Play - Pressing this button will initiate playback of the track.
2.5.2 Stop - Pressing this button will stop playback of the track.
2.5.3 Record - Pressing this button triggers Session Record while in Session Mode. This will allow you
to record what you’re playing to new clips as well as overdub existing clips.
2.5.4 Loop - Triggers Ableton’s Loop Switch

Novation Launchkey Series Specifications

General

Velocity Sensitive	Yes
Transport Controls	Yes
Pitch Bend/Mod Wheel	Yes
Arpeggiator	Yes
Scale Mode	Yes
Dimensions	Varies by model
Weight	Varies by model
Type	MIDI Controller Keyboard
Key Count	25, 37, 49, 61
Pads	16 RGB Backlit Velocity Sensitive Pads
Knobs	8
Faders	9
Connectivity	USB
Software Included	Ableton Live Lite, XLN Audio Addictive Keys
Capture MIDI	Yes
DAW Integration	Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Cubase
Power Source	USB
Aftertouch	Channel Aftertouch (on some models)