Novation Launchkey Mini [MK3] — Portable 25-Key, USB, MIDI Keyboard Controller with DAW Integration. Chord Mode, Scale Mode, and Arpeggiator — for Music Production

Launchkey Mini [MK3}

Made to move

Launchkey Mini is our most compact and portable 25-mini-key MIDI keyboard controller. It has everything you need to start creating in Ableton Live – and it’ll fit in your bag. Make tracks anywhere with the intuitive Ableton Live control, arpeggiator, fixed chord mode, MIDI out and sounds in the box.

Launchkey Mini [MK3}
  1. Launchkey Mini [MK3]

    Get creative.

    Make melodies and rhythms with Launchkey Mini’s powerful arpeggiator. Fixed Chord mode adds a customisable fixed chord shape that follows you up the keyboard. Launchkey Mini gets any track moving.

  2. Launchkey Mini [MK3]

    Your tracks, your way.

    Deep integration with Live lets you move where the music takes you. Transport, device and mixer controls mean fewer mouse clicks while device macros mean more hands-on control of your music.

  3. Launchkey Mini [MK3]

    However you want, wherever you want.

    Launchkey Mini comes with everything you need to make tracks in the box. Throw all this into the included copy of Ableton Live Lite, or use Launchkey Mini’s integrations with any HUI compatible DAW.

  4. Launchkey Mini [Mk3]

    It’s an instrument – play it.

    Launchkey Mini features a new mini-keymech – our finest to date. Two touch strips for pitch and mod let you feel your sounds. The 16 RGB pads are super-sensitive for precise and dynamic drumming.

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    Sound Collective, helping you find your sound.

    Receive free versions of innovative software instruments and creative FX from developers, as well as discounts to help you make the most of third-party software, exclusive to Novation customers.

Launchkey Mini [MK3] Included software

  1. Fixed Chord Mode


  2. Record and Capture MIDI


  3. Arpeggiator


  4. MIDI Out


  5. Stop Solo Mute


  6. Velocity Sensitive Pads


Comparison Chart

Launchkey Mini [MK3]

Launchkey Mini [MK3]

Launchkey Mini [MK2]

Launchkey Mini [MK2]

Launchkey 25 [MK2]

Launchkey 25 [MK2]

Launchkey 49 [MK2]

Launchkey 49 [MK2]

Launchkey 61 [MK2]

Launchkey 61 [MK2]

Keys
25-Mini Keys 25-Mini Keys 25 Keys 49 Keys 61 Keys
Pads
16 16 16 16 16
Velocity Sensitive Keys/Pads
✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Octave Control
✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Knobs
8 8 8 8 8
Faders
N/A N/A 1 9 9
Clip/Scene Launch
✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Pitch/Mod Wheel
2 x Touch Strip No Yes Yes Yes
Arpeggiator
✔ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘
Fixed Chord Mode
✔ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘
MIDI Out
✔ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘
Bus Powered
✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔


Weight: 453 g
Size: 25 Keys Mini
Dimensions: 4.1 x 17.2 x 33 cm; 453 Grams
Model: AMS-LAUNCHKEY-MINI-MK3
Size: 25 Keys Mini

110 Responses

  1. Anonymous says:
    14/07/2022 at 00:00

     Canada 🇨🇦

    It is a very good product for the price. It is plastic, although it does not feel fragile. The velocity on the pads is very good.
    It is a very good product for the price. It is plastic, although it does not feel fragile. The velocity on the pads is very good.

  2. KerrieRawson says:
    13/07/2022 at 21:57

     United States

    You should consider to purchase Ableton live when you decide to buy this product because the free version will not let you save the music you make. And you can not integrate this product anywhere else.
    You should consider to purchase Ableton live when you decide to buy this product because the free version will not let you save the music you make. And you can not integrate this product anywhere else.

  3. Anonymous says:
    01/07/2022 at 00:00

     Brazil 🇧🇷

    Super recomendo
    Alm de ser um produto de MUITA qualidade e ter chegado antes do esperado, ganhei vrios “brindes”, como uma cpia do Ableton Live Lite e alguns plugins por ter comprado o controlador.

  4. Anonymous says:
    30/04/2022 at 06:59

     Japa

    Good but pads are useless
    Good, cheap beginner keyboard but the pads are useless for finger drumming – they’re very soft and unresponsive so you have to really hammer them to register a note. You’ll get sore fingertips in no time.

    Protip: this keyboard comes with the lite version of Ableton Live. If you register the lite version and get a serial number, you can then upgrade to the full version of Ableton for much cheaper than buying the full version outright.

  5. Anonymous says:
    27/04/2022 at 13:22

     United States

    Good option to get Started
    This is a very good starter MIDI controller, it comes with a good amount of pads, it is directly compatible with Ableton (comes with the lite version), the web utility to control/update/tweak the MiniKeys is cool and intuitive.

    I am not too fan about the materials, It is very plasticky but I feel it is totally fair for the prize it cost.

  6. WendellClouse says:
    20/04/2022 at 12:00

     United States

    Works great with Logic Pro X. I love it.
    Works great with Logic Pro X. I love it.
    Small and convenient with lots of great features. Good quality materials and nice design.
    Just what I needed for when I travel.

  7. Anonymous says:
    06/04/2022 at 20:18

     United States

    I've never had hardware to make music before so I thought I'd give this a try. Super easy to use and set up. It also came with great software that made it fairly easy to make music. My only issue was it was a little small for my liking so after I knew I actually wanted to explore this hobby more I upgraded to a bigger controller. I definitely recommend to anyone on the fence about making music, it's not for everyone. If you like this you'll love the upgrades after!
    I’ve never had hardware to make music before so I thought I’d give this a try. Super easy to use and set up. It also came with great software that made it fairly easy to make music. My only issue was it was a little small for my liking so after I knew I actually wanted to explore this hobby more I upgraded to a bigger controller. I definitely recommend to anyone on the fence about making music, it’s not for everyone. If you like this you’ll love the upgrades after!

  8. GidgetToth says:
    13/03/2022 at 00:40

     United States

    Clean and effective controlle
    Works well with Abelton and gives you a Lite version which is very cool. Abelton Lite gives you plenty of opportunity to learn and record MIDI and audio tracks to get going.
    Launchkey is made well, knobs flow and are not junky. Pads are solid like MPC style. Agility of control and mapping happens right away plus you can map whatever you want via Novation website interface. May not instantly map to other workstations instantly but within a few minutes you can setup whatever you want.

  9. Anonymous says:
    06/03/2022 at 06:01

     Germany

    Was mehr kann man möchten?
    Bestimmt hast Du bereits viele Rezensionen durchgelesen.
    Ich habe mehrere Controllers gekauft und probiert.

    Novation macht mit der Launchkey Serie eine super Sache.

    Die Mini” ist ein Traum (Pads, Leds, Knobs, gute Keys, Play / Rec!).

    Was mir fehlt, und warum ich mich fr eine 37″ entschlossen habe, sind die Chords und Scales Funktionen.

    Htte die Mini” auch gehabt, dann htte direkt 2 Stck nur fr mich gekauft :)).

    Ist kein Manko”, sondern es ist mein Problem, dass ich nicht anstndig in Scale” spielen kann, weder lernen will

    Top Empfehlung!

    P.S. Novation ist auch Top, als Company und Customer Support.

  10. Anonymous says:
    04/03/2022 at 06:26

     India

    So good & looking Beautiful 🤩
    Good quality product. Using so simple colour lights & keyboard switch smoother so nice
    ( Akai mpk mini -vs- Launchkey mini mk3)
    My experience I was recommend to all (Launchkey mini mk3) (thank you Amazon)