Launchpad Pro [MK3] is our most powerful grid controller for producing: both in Ableton Live and with your hardware. It gives you everything you need to create and perform your tracks.
Launchpad Pro [MK3] is the perfect beating heart of your studio. Use the powerful 32-step sequencer to create tracks with your hardware and software and create evolving and intricate sequences with probability and mutation. Get complete control of your studio with Custom Modes and send MIDI to your hardware via the two MIDI out ports.
Launchpad Pro [MK3] allows you to quickly lay down expressive beats, play intricate melodies and launch Ableton Live clips with the 64 velocity and pressure sensitive pads. Every control is RGB backlit, so you know exactly which clips you’re launching, which notes you’re playing, or which steps you’re sequencing.
Launchpad Pro [MK3] is a fully standalone unit that doesn’t require a computer to operate. Plug in Launchpad Pro [MK3] with the included wall plug directly to the USB-C port.
This user guide will help you to understand every feature of your new Launchpad Pro [MK3] and show you how you can use it to push your production and performance to the next level.
Caution
The normal operation of this product may be affected by a strong electrostatic discharge (ESD). In the event of this happening, simply reset the unit by removing and then replugging the USB cable. Normal operation should return.
Note
To download this user guide in PDF format, go to: downloads.novationmusic.com.
This is Version 5.0 of the Launchpad Pro [MK3] user guide.
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Ableton Live integration: play, record and produce your tracks, without touching your mouse
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64 super-sensitive RGB pads: large velocity and pressure sensitive pads for playing your sounds expressively
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Powerful four-track sequencer: 32 step patterns, scenes for arrangement, and probability and mutation controls to keep your tracks evolving
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Chord mode: easily explore, build, save and play complex chords straight from the grid and quickly find new harmonies
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Dynamic Note and Scale modes: effortlessly play perfectly in-key basslines, melodies, chords and leads. Launchpad Pro [MK3] even knows when you’re drumming and shows your drum rack on the grid
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MIDI In, Out 1, Out 2/Thru: Control anything MIDI in your studio directly from Launchpad Pro [MK3]
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Eight Custom Modes: use Novation Components to customise MIDI mappings for your unique performance needs