The Novation Launchkey 49 MK4 is a full-featured MIDI keyboard controller with 49 semi-weighted keys, designed for music producers, keyboard players, and studio creators. It combines playability, DAW control, and creative tools into one powerful unit, making it ideal for both production and live performance.
Key Features
- 49 semi-weighted, piano-style keys (better feel than mini keyboards)
- 16 velocity-sensitive RGB pads with polyphonic aftertouch
- 8 rotary encoders + 9 faders for full mixer and plugin control
- OLED display for chord and parameter feedback
- Built-in arpeggiator with advanced controls
- Chord modes (Chord Map, Fixed, User) for fast songwriting
- Scale mode to keep notes in key
- Deep DAW integration (Ableton Live, Logic, FL Studio, Cubase, etc.)
- Custom modes for mapping controls to any software or hardware
Specifications
- Keys: 49 semi-weighted keys
- Pads: 16 RGB velocity-sensitive pads (poly aftertouch)
- Controls: 8 encoders + 9 faders + transport controls
- Display: OLED (128 × 64)
- Connectivity:
- USB-C
- 5-pin MIDI Out
- Sustain pedal input
- Power: USB bus powered
- Weight: approx. 4.08 kg
- Dimensions: approx. 730 × 263.5 × 93 mm
- Software: Ableton Live Lite, Cubase LE, instruments, plugins
Why It’s Best For
- Music producers who want hands-on DAW control
- Keyboard players who need more keys than 25/37 versions
- Worship musicians using virtual instruments
- Beat makers who want pads + keys in one device
- Home studios needing a central MIDI controller
- Live performers (split/layer keyboard functions)
