Novation Launchpad X User Manual

Ableton Live
Ableton Live (oen referred to only as Live) is a unique and powerful piece of soware for music creation.
Ableton Live Lite is provided with your Launchpad X, which gives you all the tools you’ll need to get started
with making your own music.
If you’ve never used Ableton Live before, we recommend visiting our Easy Start Tool (see Getting Started [4].
Here you’ll be guided through downloading and installing Ableton Live Lite. You’ll also find videos covering the
soware’s basic features, so you can get started making music in Ableton Live with Launchpad X.
With Ableton Live installed, get your Launchpad X up and running by plugging it into your Mac or PC’s USB
port. When you open Live your Launchpad X will be automatically detected, and it will enter Session Mode.
More resources on using Ableton Live’s many functions may be found on Ableton’s site at:
ableton.com/live/learn-live
You may register your Launchpad X and obtain your Ableton Live Lite license at:
customer.novationmusic.com/register
Using Launchpad X with Other Soware
Launchpad X is made for Ableton Live, but it may also be used as a controller for other soware. If you’re using
other music production soware, visit support.novationmusic.com for more information on how to set up your
Launchpad X.
Troubleshooting
For help getting started with your Launchpad, visit:
novationmusic.com/get-started
If you have any questions or need any help at any time with your Launchpad, visit our Help Centre. Here you
can also contact our support team:
support.novationmusic.com
We recommend you check for updates to your Launchpad so you have the latest features and fixes. To update
your Launchpad's firmware you need to use Components:
components.novationmusic.com
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Novation Launchpad X Specifications

General

Brand	Novation
Model	Launchpad X
Category	Recording Equipment
Language	English