Easy Start gives you a step-by-step guide to setting up your Launchpad and creates personalised tutorials based on how you plan to use your Launchpad. This online tool also guides you through your Launchpad’s registration process and accessing the software bundle.
On both Windows and Mac computers, when you connect your Launchpad to your computer, it first appears as a Mass Storage Device, like a USB drive. Open the drive and double click ‘Click Here To Get Started.url’. Click ‘Get Started’ to open Easy Start in your web browser.
After you’ve opened Easy Start, follow the step-by-step guide, to install and use your Launchpad.
Alternatively, if you don’t want to use the Easy Start tool, visit our website to register your Launchpad manually and access the software bundle.
id.focusritegroup.com/register
Important
It's crucial you update your Launchpad's firmware when you first plug it in, whether you go through Easy Start or not.
If you don't update the firmware of your Launchpad, it's likely many features won't work.
To update your Launchpad's firmware, you need to use Novation Components. Go to components.novationmusic.com to update your firmware.
If you’re brand new to Launchpads, Launchpad Intro is a great place to start. Choose from a variety of curated packs from Ampify Music and start performing immediately. Your Launchpad Pro [MK3] will match the on-screen grid - press pads to launch loops and one-shots to build up your track.
To get there, plug your Launchpad Pro [MK3] into your computer and visit intro.novationmusic.com. Your Launchpad Pro [MK3] will be automatically detected and you’ll immediately be able to play beats using our curated packs.
Note
To access Launchpad Intro, you must use a WebMIDI enabled browser. We recommend Google Chrome or Opera.
Ableton Live (often referred to as Live) is a unique and powerful piece of software for music creation. Ableton Live 10 Lite is provided with your Launchpad Pro [MK3], which gives you all the tools you’ll need to get started with making your own music. Launchpad Pro [MK3]’s Session Mode is designed to control Ableton Live’s Session View.
If you’ve never used Ableton Live before, we recommend visiting our Easy Start Tool (see 2. Getting up and Running) which will walk you through registering your Launchpad Pro [MK3] and getting your included copy of Ableton Live 10. You’ll also find videos covering Ableton Live’s core features and how to get started with making music using your Launchpad Pro [MK3].
When you open Live your Launchpad Pro [MK3] 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/en/live/learn-live.
You may register your Launchpad Pro [MK3] and obtain your Ableton Live 10 Lite license at:
If you’re using other music production software, visit support.novationmusic.com for more information on how to set up your Launchpad Pro [MK3]. Keep in mind that the information displayed in Session Mode and Note Mode may vary depending on which software you are using.
To use Launchpad Pro [MK3] standalone, plug the unit in via the included wall-plug with the USB-A to USB-C cable. Use the included TRS Minijack to DIN MIDI adapters, along with a MIDI cable, to connect to your external hardware. The Sequencer, Custom Modes, Note Mode, Chord Mode and Programmer Mode will all send out MIDI data via the MIDI Out ports.
For help getting started with your Launchpad Pro [MK3], visit:
If you have any questions or need any help at any time with your Launchpad Pro [MK3], visit our Help Centre. Here you can also contact our support team:
We recommend you check for updates to your Launchpad Pro [MK3] so you have the latest features and bug fixes. To update your Launchpad Pro [MK3]'s firmware, you need to use Components: