Novation Launchpad Mini MK3
Compact Pad Controller for Ableton Live
- 64 RGB pads
- 16 buttons
- Direct integration into Ableton Live: Plays clips and scenes at the touch of a button, alongside stop, solo and mute functions
- USB bus-powered
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 180 x 180 x 14.2 mm
- Weight: 380 g
- Includes USB cable and software package with Ableton Live Lite
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Available since October 2019
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Item number 475243
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Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
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USB Yes
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Bluetooth No
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5-pole DIN MIDI No
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Ethernet No
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Fader 0
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Rotary Encoders 0
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Audio I/O No
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Transport Function Yes
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Footswitch connection No
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Foot Controller Connection No
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Bus-Powered Yes
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Jog No
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Joystick No
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Additional Features 64-Pads
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Pads 64
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Rotary Knobs 0
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Fader(s) 0
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Powerful & compact pad controller
The Launchpad Mini MK3 is Novation's compact take on its well-known Launchpad controller, combining maximum portability with effective features. Featuring 64 RGB mini pads and 16 responsive buttons, it aligns seamlessly with Ableton Live, offering a clear and accessible interface for both live performance and spontaneous recording sessions. The layout feels intuitive and uncluttered, allowing ideas to flow naturally without unnecessary complexity getting in the way. This streamlined approach encourages a faster, more fluid workflow, making the process of creating music feel immediate and engaging. New melodies can take shape within seconds, supported by a design that keeps the focus on creativity rather than on navigating functions.
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Four modes – flexible control
The four buttons in the top right-hand corner make it easy to switch between modes, each one indicated by a soft green light when active. Session Mode mirrors the corresponding function in Ableton Live, presenting an 8x8 grid of clips organised into tracks as columns and scenes as rows, all clearly mapped across the pads. Navigation through this view remains simple and fluid, supported by the arrow keys positioned on the left side. The remaining three buttons offer flexibility, allowing customised use; Key Mode enables chromatic note input and Drum Mode integrates directly with the Ableton Live Drum Rack. User mode adopts the 8×8 layout of Drum mode and enables full pad customization: MIDI data and visual feedback can be individually defined via external software or custom mappings.
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The perfect complement to Ableton Live
The Launchpad Mini MK3 offers seamless compatibility with both Mac and PC, connecting effortlessly to DAWs thanks to its driver-free integration. Beyond simple note input, it provides intuitive control over recording, mixing and editing, supporting a more fluid and hands-on production experience. Its compact size makes it an ideal companion for any Ableton Live setup, slipping easily into a laptop bag without adding bulk. Weighing just 380g, it remains light yet dependable, ready to perform in a wide range of situations. The package includes a licence for Ableton Live Lite and a USB-C cable. The Launchpad Mini MK3 can also be used with iPad and iPhone: In combination with compatible apps, it enables direct control of loops, sounds, and effects – ideal for mobile production and spontaneous performance.
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About Novation
The English company Novation has been producing affordable popular synthesizers as well as MIDI controllers and keyboards since its foundation in 1992. It was later acquired by the well-known British audio interface manufacturer Focusrite, but the brand still exists within the parent company. The outstanding design, high-quality workmanship and excellent price-performance ratio of the Novation Launchpads have continued to win them many new users. Novation synthesizers include the 8-voice Polyphone Peak, the analogue mono synthesizer Bass Station II, the MiniNova and the paraphonic analogue synthesizer Circuit Mono Station.
Flexibile customisation
The browser-based editor Novation Components lets users design custom modes for the Launchpad Mini MK3, allowing each pad within the 8x8 grid to be assigned as a note, a MIDI CC, or a programme change message. The pads can be arranged and configured in multiple ways, functioning as triggers, switches or buttons depending on the desired setup. This flexibility supports a more personalised workflow, adapting smoothly to different creative approaches without adding unnecessary complexity. Alongside the standard modes, Ghost Mode introduces a subtle variation by hiding the outer function buttons within a custom mode. By pressing Session, followed by Drums, Keys or User, only the illuminated 8x8 grid remains visible, while the outer controls can be restored at any time with a single press.
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