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Item Weight

2.2 pounds

Product Dimensions

12.6 x 12.13 x 3.54 inches

ASIN

B00CDINK72

Item model number

Launchpad S

Customer Reviews

4.1 555 ratings

4.1 out of 5 stars

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer

No

Date First Available

April 8, 2013

Color Name

Gray

Compatible Devices

Tablet

Connector Type

USB

Hardware Interface

USB

Musical Style

Electronic

Size

Full-sized

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Novation's Launchpad S is a powerful 64-button music controller that lets you make music or mix tracks using an intuitive grid of multi-color buttons. It comes with Ableton Live Lite, used by some of the world's top DJs and producers, and it supports other grid-based music applications such as FL Studio. Whether you're a DJ, performing musician or studio producer, Launchpad gives you all you need to play your software. Use the 64-button grid to launch and manipulate clips, trigger loops, fire off effects, control your mixer, and more. It also triggers loops and effects in the new Novation Launchpad app for iPad; a totally self-standing music performance app that hosts sounds and effects. Hooked up to your computer-or iPad-via USB, Launchpad S is fully bus powered, and it's lightweight and easy to carry. Launchpad S is the evolution of Novation's best-selling Launchpad controller, with brighter buttons, significantly faster refresh rate and it supports multiple software. It even converts your iPad into a grid-based music system via a Camera Connection Kit (not included). Novation has created a Launchpad app for iPad, which hosts its own sounds and enables you to trigger loops with your Launchpad S hardware. There is also a range of effects that can be triggered using the buttons. Launchpad S integrates with FL Studio's performance mode, so you can trigger clips and get hands-on control of powerful new performance zone features. Use the buttons to sketch out beats with drum racks, and assign them to additional functions. You can control almost any music software using Novation's award-winning Automap control software-and Launchpad S is fully MIDI class-compliant so it drives any MIDI application. It also comes with a software version of Novation's analog mono-synth-the Bass Station. You can use this as a plug-in within Ableton, FL Studio or other DAWs. There is also a sample pack supplied by world leading sample producers-Loopmasters.

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Novation Launchpad S 64-Button Music Controller

Launchpad S is a powerful 64-button music controller that lets you make music or mix tracks using a super-intuitive grid of multi-colored buttons. Launchpad S comes with Ableton Live music software (Launchpad Edition), used by some of the world's top DJs and producers--plus it supports other grid-based music applications such as FL Studio. Whether you're a DJ, performing musician or studio producer, Launchpad gives you all you need to "play" your software straight out of the box. Use the 64-button grid to launch and manipulate clips, trigger loops, fire off effects, control your mixer--and much more. Launchpad S also triggers loops and effects in the new Novation Launchpad app for iPad; a totally self-standing music performance app that hosts sounds and effects. Launchpad is totally portable. Hooked up to your computer or iPad via USB, it's fully bus powered (no need for power sockets), and it's lightweight and easy to carry anywhere.

The Novation Launchpad App

Novation has created a Launchpad app for iPad, which is a totally self-contained music making and performance experience. This is not a software control app; it hosts its own sounds and enables you to trigger loops with your Launchpad S hardware. There is also a whole range of effects that can be triggered using Launchpad's buttons, including filters, stutters and drum roll-styled effects. They can be triggered in combination to create some incredibly powerful performance tools.

Launchpad S--The Next Generation of Launchpad

Launchpad S is the evolution of Novation's best-selling Launchpad 64-button grid music controller--with much brighter buttons, significantly faster refresh rate and it supports multiple software. It's MIDI Class Compliant so it works with any MIDI software on your Mac or Windows PC. It even works on your iPad via a Camera Connection Kit (not included): Launchpad S converts your iPad into a grid-based music system: no additional power supply required, just plug in and play.

Launchpad S with FL Studio

Launchpad S integrates with FL Studio's performance mode, so you can trigger clips and get hands-on control of FL Studio's powerful new performance zone features. Use the buttons to sketch out beats with drum racks, and assign them to additional functions. You can control almost any music software using Novation's award-winning "Automap" control software--and Launchpad S is fully MIDI class-compliant so it'll drive any MIDI application.

Included software

As well as "Ableton Live Launchpad Edition," Launchpad S comes with a software version of Novation's classic analog mono-synth--the Bass Station. You can use this as a plug-in within Ableton, FL Studio or other DAWs. There is also a sample pack supplied by world leading sample producers --Loopmasters. Get started straight away with over one gigabyte of loops including drums, FX and artist content.

Launchpad S Key Features

The new 64-button grid music controller with MORE
All the features of the original--now with much brighter buttons, faster refresh and expanded app/system support.

Control your mix
Including volume, pans, sends, track arming, soloing and muting. Launchpad S lets you jump to different levels across eight channels at once.

Take it anywhere
Launchpad S is fully USB bus powered--no need for power sockets or batteries--and it's lightweight and easy to carry anywhere.

More software and sample content
Comes with the Novation Bass Station synth plug-in and over one gigabyte of Loopmasters samples.

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Customers like the quality, value, and brightness of the audio midi controller. They mention that it's a great product, well designed, and worth the buy. Some are also happy with brightness, and portability. That said, opinions are mixed on ease of use, performance, responsiveness, and buttons.

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84 customers mention74 positive10 negative

Customers like the quality of the audio midi controller. They say it's a great product, well designed, and solid. Some customers also say it has a nice build and is good enough for basic use.

"The build quality, while plastic and rubber- still feels very sturdy...." Read more

"...Pros:The body of this thing is beautiful, its got buttons that never seem to get dirty no matter how many times I rub my dirty fingers on them..." Read more

"...be great for live performances, but I can say that it's super handy to have in the studio, too. Definitely not a one-trick pony...." Read more

"...I give the device four stars because though it is well built and has excellent functionality when connected to your computer running Ableton Live,..." Read more

38 customers mention34 positive4 negative

Customers like the value of the audio midi controller. They say it's worth the buy, it'll make the creative process fun, and it'd be fun to DJ with.

"...(not owning the previous Launchpad, I can't compare them), and it is a lot of fun...." Read more

"...am I totally satisfied with a purchase but the Launchpad S: Worth absolutely every penny!..." Read more

"Fun to DJ with! Even if you don't know what your doing you can go on youtube or google ableton live mixes to play with on this thing...." Read more

"It took me a few weeks to fully fall for this device, but it was worth the wait. I am a seasoned DAW user but was new to ableton live...." Read more

14 customers mention11 positive3 negative

Customers like the brightness of the audio midi controller. They mention that the lights are a little brighter, the buttons are much brighter and that the LEDs can be customized to make a light show. They also say that the pad is responsive and has a cool light pattern when not in use.

"...It's bright, and the pads are great (not owning the previous Launchpad, I can't compare them), and it is a lot of fun...." Read more

"...The Novation Launchpad S came with it's own bright orange, high speed USB to printer cable...." Read more

"...a satisfying tiny click when I press down on it, and the lights are bright as ever.Cons:..." Read more

"...Cons: This is not a toy that lights up and plays music, this requires a moderate amount of skill and time to learn how to operate the Ableton..." Read more

13 customers mention13 positive0 negative

Customers find the audio midi controller super portable, compact like a brick, and light weight. They also appreciate the tons of customization and easy to press buttons.

"...The compactness of the unit is very nice, and I dont just mean the smallness of the size, I mean it feels like the components are sandwiched into..." Read more

"...It's light, has grip pads underneath and comes with Ableton Live Launchpad Edition..." Read more

"...Pros:+Light weight+Tons of customization+Buttons are easy to pressCons:..." Read more

"...It's the right size to easily use 64 buttons, and it fits in even a small backpack easily..." Read more

58 customers mention30 positive28 negative

Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the audio midi controller. Some mention it's very simple to use and perfect for beginners, while others say that it'd be hard to learn all the technical things that go with it.

"...(which work great, sliding your finger across pads is quite easy and smooth, I do suggest using the joint of your finger instead of..." Read more

"...Cons:-Only comes with free limited software-Difficult to learn" Read more

"...Other than that, it's really easy to use and setup...." Read more

"...It makes using the device a little less intuitive, but learning how to cycle through the added user modes only takes a little getting used to...." Read more

48 customers mention33 positive15 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the audio midi controller. Some mention that it works very well, with no hardware problems. However, others say that it doesn't work well with a 3.0 USB port, logic, and some say that the light show wouldn't turn off.

"...Gross Beat pageXY controller (just like the sliding, it works well, considering it's not a touch screen or actual XY controller)..." Read more

"...It works perfect with Ableton, which is pricey but sooooo worth it in my opinion but it works really well with Fruity Loops too...." Read more

"...longer being recognized by either PC in our home, the Vegas light show would not turn off and it sounded like something small was loose inside the..." Read more

"...Lights up bright, very responsive, wish it was a little less squishy though...." Read more

18 customers mention11 positive7 negative

Customers are mixed about the buttons. Some mention that the buttons quality is great, they are easier to reach than the full size model, and smoother than they thought. However, others say that the keys don't feel as good as the Launchpad or Launchpad S, they're a bit difficult to press, and stiff out of the box. They become more flexible as you use it.

"...Pros:+Light weight+Tons of customization+Buttons are easy to pressCons:..." Read more

"...time around with the second Launchpad Mini was that the plug seemed to fit very snugly into the port, because when I'd try to unplug the device it..." Read more

"...Also functions as a standard midi controller, you could probably write a script or an app that will allow you to use it to do certain actions...." Read more

"...In my experience it has worked flawlessly the buttons are so smooth you can run your finger up and down them in rows or columns at a time...." Read more

18 customers mention11 positive7 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the responsiveness of the audio midi controller. Some mention that it has a good reaction time, a nice bounce, and some step sequencing functionality. They also say that there is no lag between button presses and sound output. However, others say that it was very unresponsive and became unusable.

"...They have a good reaction time, a nice bounce and feel like they could take a decent beating...." Read more

"...running Ableton Live, it is marketed for the iPad but only works well with the LauchPad app, an app that doesn't much require the device." Read more

"...It's bright, and the pads are great (not owning the previous Launchpad, I can't compare them), and it is a lot of fun...." Read more

"...It's integrated with the FL step sequencer as well, but I haven't figure out how to make the pad lock the ticks for each instrument to say; make a..." Read more

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Allen Gee

Great little controller

Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2014

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The build quality, while plastic and rubber- still feels very sturdy.
The pads which have a small cutout near the center so you can find the 4 pad "segments" make it handy for bashing without having to look directly at the unit. They have a good reaction time, a nice bounce and feel like they could take a decent beating.
The compactness of the unit is very nice, and I dont just mean the smallness of the size, I mean it feels like the components are sandwiched into the case very nicely and is compact like a brick. I would not want to have to disassemble it.
Worked out of the box. Set up MIDI-wise very much like a keyboard by default, in fact if you were daft enough you could use this as a keyboard. In a pinch you could easily use it to lay down some basslines or whatever. Plugged into my generic (and also tried on official CCK) Camera Connection Kit and it worked like a champ on my iOS 6.1.3 iPad2 and the miscellaneous apps I tried it with. I am looking forward to doing some serious bashing with this unit. I like it a lot so far. It was what I was expecting. And the size is a very good size, anything else would be TOO BIG. It is just the right size for my situation where I am often cramped with gear and detritus all about.

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Paulo Sousa

Great!

Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2013

Size: Full-sizedVerified Purchase

I bought a refurbished Launchpad S, and it came flawless, with serial keys and everything.
FL Studio users like me will like to know there are stickers you can use to change the labels on the buttons to match the mapping Image-Line provides, along with an Automap sticker and 2 blank stickers for you to write on.

It's bright, and the pads are great (not owning the previous Launchpad, I can't compare them), and it is a lot of fun. Thanks to IL's mapping it integrates very well with FL Studio and Deckadance (provided you are using Deckadance 2.2 at least ad have the MIDI script provided in the forums).

It does work with any program but not all of them will be able to make the pads light up as it depends on the LP S receiving MIDI messages for each pad. I haven't tried Automap (for the IL mapping to work along with Performance Mode, Automap is NOT to be installed) but maybe it allows you to have some light feedback on it.

It's light, has grip pads underneath and comes with Ableton Live Launchpad Edition (which is very similar to Ableton Lite, I haven't installed it, but it should be Live 8. Should you want to upgrade your license, having this version lets you upgrade for 299 pounds instead of 399, if I am not mistaken), Novation Bass Station (software version, of course, as a VST that comes with a special mapping for Launchkey, which I do not own) and a Loopmasters Sample Library (downloaded it, haven't gone through it yet).

I can tell you, people love the lights and play with the LP even if they have no idea what they are doing! I also have the AKAI LPD8 which, along with the sliders the LP has with FL Studio (which work great, sliding your finger across pads is quite easy and smooth, I do suggest using the joint of your finger instead of the tip, it works a lot better) gives me all the controls I need.

Should you be an FL user and are interested in knowing the mapping system, it has:
A keyboard
Slicex Mapping
FPC Mapping (with 8 sliders total on this page)
2 slider pages with 8 sliders each (one page for vertical and another horizontal)
Gross Beat page
XY controller (just like the sliding, it works well, considering it's not a touch screen or actual XY controller)

For more information, you can check IL's forum.

Overall I am very happy with this purchase. Add in the bonus of it arriving a week earlier than Amazon's estimate, and it was a smooth purchase!

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Charlene M. Perry

Produce and perform electronic music at a professional level!

Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2015

Size: Full-sizedVerified Purchase

My daughter purchased this item with her Christmas Savings after finding it on You Tube. She is really into dub step and mixed media and wants to create some of her own.

The Novation Launchpad S came with it's own bright orange, high speed USB to printer cable. They recommend that you only use the enclosed cable, but you can use another if this one is lost. It feels pretty solid and looks nice. You do not get a disc. Instead, all software is down-loadable from http://www.novationmusic.com/ after registration. It took me about 30 minutes to download and install the driver (optional), applications, product tutorial, projects and the “Launchpad S Getting Started Guide”.

It was hard to determine what software was necessary and what software was just for fun, so I installed all of it! During installation, Ableton Live Lite 9 ask for an activation code. The code is NOT on or in the box as described by the set up video. It is located on the Novation Music web page after you have registered your item successfully. Unfortunately the free projects provided on the download page were not meant for the application (Ableton Live Lite 9). Ableton Live Lite 9 gives you a limited amount of features, so many projects that you can download for it aren't fully functional. You can upgrade your Abletion Live application to get more functionality for a small fortune. Ablation Live gives a 40% discount to students and teachers that may help reduce the cost. Personally, I plan on installing the 30 day free trial of Abletion Live 9 (https://www.ableton.com/en/trial/) to use while I research other less costly applications. My daughter is young and talented, but I can not justify spending hundreds of dollars on one application.

Setting up the preferences in Ablation Live Lite 9 was simple using the “Getting Started Guide”. Initial testing of the Launchpad S was a success. A few minutes of tinkering with the Novation Launchpad S was all it took to impress me. I thought my twelve year old daughter was purchasing a toy! This is far from a toy. It is a musical instrument that will produce and perform electronic music at a professional level! At this point I handed the instrument over to my daughter and reminded her that it could take a long time to learn how to use it.

Unfortunately, the next day my daughter brought back the Launchpad S. It was no longer being recognized by either PC in our home, the Vegas light show would not turn off and it sounded like something small was loose inside the case. I easily located the phone number for Novation Technical Support. Upon calling Focusrite Novation Inc. - Technical Support at (310)322-5500, I was assured that they would help me obtain a replacement quickly if Amazon was unable to do so. The technician was prompt and courteous. He informed me that it would take approximately two weeks to exchange the defective Launchpad if I went direct. Since I purchased this item from Amazon, I have made arrangements for UPS to pick it up from my home and send it back to them for a replacement. Amazon provides an exchange option that will receipt the new Launchpad within days!

There have been a couple of surprises with our Novation Launchpad S, but my daughter and I are happy with the product and customer service so far. I hope to find a more cost effective Digital Audio Workstation to replace Ablation Live with. We can't wait for the new Launchpad to arrive in the mail!

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Faizan179

Un oggetto perfetto e magico

Reviewed in Italy on November 2, 2016

Size: Full-sizedVerified Purchase

Arrivato nei tempi previsti, Imballaggio perfetto, Nulla da dire. Semplicemente meraviglioso ed è perfetto. Unica pecca è la difficoltà nell'installare Ableton Live. Ma dopo poco ci si abitua. Consigliato a tutti! sopratutto se appassionati alla musica.

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J. Nakatsuka

Nice product. Works great with iPad.

Reviewed in Canada on April 24, 2015

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Although the first one of these we received had the USB port crap out after a day, it was extremely easy to exchange for a replacement and the second one has been great. Very easy to use quickly with the Novation ipad app for the younger (9yrs old) kids. The free Ableton software (download code included with the launchpad) on the PC is probably beyond anyone who hasn't had experience with audio software but that's a good thing for future potential. Can't find anything to interface with on the Android tablet, which is too bad. But the ipad works well.

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pronoysamanta

A must buy thing for music producers

Reviewed in India on November 22, 2015

Size: Full-sizedVerified Purchase

I know there are a lot of ableton controlpads but when u play or use this the first time u will forget the rest . The new launchpad S is a usb powered device which can be connected directly to your Pc. Plugin your launchpad S get started .

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Akul Madan

GR8 BUY

Reviewed in India on November 12, 2015

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All controls from big brother are present: 64 three-colour pads (not velocity sensitive), 16 buttons, still works great with Ableton Live for clip and scene launching, drum programming, effect sends, and basic volume control.

"It's a great alternative to a keyboard, for playing grid-based patterns, or programming drum parts"
Novation loves to advertise this as an input device for its Launchpad app, and it does that perfectly, especially when you use the Launchpad to fire clips, and the app to view track volume faders and effect controls.

The Launchpad is strong in many areas; with other iOS apps, and with Live, Reason, FL Studio... anything on your computer that receives MIDI. It's a great alternative to a keyboard, for playing grid-based patterns, or programming drum parts and basically whatever the 'big' Launchpad does this does it too, with a low-power mode for iOS use.

Even as a box with 64 illuminated buttons it's not too shoddy in a 185 x 185 x 16mm shell, but with everything else it can do it's a no brainer buy.

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Krief Olivier

bon produit

Reviewed in France on September 28, 2015

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mais plus facile d'utilisation sur fruity loops mac et pc que sur live
sinon beat pad pc aurait été plus facile d'utilisation si il prenait en charge le novation

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