BEST NEW MIDI CONTROLLER | Novation Launchkey Mini MKIII Overview
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4 жыл бұрынAn overview of the brand new Launchkey Mini from Novation!
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@Taetro 4 жыл бұрын
Realized I didn't include the 'Fixed Chord' feature! Let me know if you'd like to see that demonstrated in another video :D
@shanithezimhoni 4 жыл бұрын
Definitely would! Thanks for that amazing vid... Btw there's a controller called akai apc key and i think you would really like it!
@AlejandroCaicedoPUJ 4 жыл бұрын
What would you recommend between this and the minilab
@Taetro 4 жыл бұрын
THIS
@Taetro 4 жыл бұрын
The only reason I don’t love the APC is because the pads are so small for drumming
@shanithezimhoni 4 жыл бұрын
@@Taetro from what i know the pads are not meant for drumming because they're only midi on/off, i think its probably meant for performance setups where you also need keys
@ASLUHLUHCE 4 жыл бұрын
I hope one day I can understand anything he's going on about
@ToZik 3 жыл бұрын
Actually it's pretty easy to understand In a professional way
@ericabomhoff4985 3 жыл бұрын
Right?! I’m trying to understand and learn but it’s just not clicking!! It’s frustrating but I’m sure we’ll get it someday..
@WildWolf-pu4pj 3 жыл бұрын
lol same i was hoping to get this so i could get into music production
@napptus 3 жыл бұрын
@@WildWolf-pu4pj Same!
@NFS-shade 3 жыл бұрын
I'm same as you. But you need to make that jump today. Otherwise you will regret when grow old
@isabelorozco5023 3 жыл бұрын
have had this thing for months and haven’t been able to figure it out, this was so helpful!! Thank you!
@koczkadavid2009 4 жыл бұрын
I've been using the mk2 for about a year now, and holy crap this is a huge upgrade.
@CatFish107 3 жыл бұрын
There was one of these waiting for me under the tree on xmas morning. I'm a complete neophyte when it comes to making music, but now I've got more hardware and software capability than I'll be able to realistically utilize in the near to medium future. I'm really excited to learn. Thanks for the simple overview of the functions.
@MrBrandonLau 4 жыл бұрын
This is the best midi keyboard novation have ever made big or small. Their remote sl series was was great, but the features and the sensitivity of the keys and pads on this one are next level. Im grabbing one of these with a circuit on the weekend
@Taetro 4 жыл бұрын
dope combo for sure.
@NathanChisholm041 2 жыл бұрын
The Launchkey MK3 25 full size is far better!
@WEHAVETHISDREAM 2 жыл бұрын
Why? :p
@Khordmaster 4 жыл бұрын
words alone cannot express my excitement level for this to get delivered!!!!!!!!!!!!
@Khordmaster 4 жыл бұрын
@@ryanashing7139 haha I'm using mine right now! I did an unboxing video on my channel if you wanna look. It's sooooo good man. Will you be using with Ableton?
@TomAndreen 4 жыл бұрын
Oh wow, midi out is a great new feature! It makes it a perfect portable companion to portable desktop synths (like Digitone).
@gusricciuti2296 4 жыл бұрын
Definitely needed to hear this! Just getting into Ableton and wanted a controller to work with. I wanted the Akai Professional MPK mini MKII Limited Edition Red because all of my gear is red Focusrite 2i2 etc and for some reason seemed more approachable but i think I'm sold on the Novation Launchkey Mini MKIII now because of this video. Great coverage of the device and now I feel more comfortable to dive in to my music endevours with Abelton Thanks Taetro
@haszoka 4 жыл бұрын
Great demo Taetro! Looks like the best out there for now with these features.
@flipsyengman 3 жыл бұрын
Dude thaaaaank youuuu your videos are exactly what I need in order to understand wtf I need to get
@lrgstmrg 7 ай бұрын
Hey man, just wanted to thank you for making these videos. They definitely helped me make my decision.
@anthonybradshaw 4 жыл бұрын
Wow, that is amazing! It has more features than my launchkey 49 lol I really like the arpeggiator and how it syncs with ableton tempo. That's a reason why I'm frustrated with the APK mini because it doesn't sync up haha. I would definitely get that if I had the money for it because it seems like the best of everything. Almost reminders me of the push because of all the control you have
@ie3410 4 жыл бұрын
great video man! you deserve more attention!
@AutumnGardMusic 4 жыл бұрын
I’m gonna have to grab that launchkey now. I already have a midi keyboard, but I like how the launchkey seems to work really well with ableton.
@YoenValeria 4 жыл бұрын
Exactly! I was dreaming with this launchkey mini upgrades. Definitly an must get for me as a ableton user c:
@Gerson3R 4 жыл бұрын
Really great content man I'm subscribing for sure
@leoopokat8235 4 жыл бұрын
I thought I was dreaming this morning launchpad next
@cocoblizzard 3 жыл бұрын
"now i'm on instruments, but i can naviguate to drums..." all drummers feeling insulted...
@Taetro 3 жыл бұрын
wooooops XD
@josetorres213 4 жыл бұрын
Loved the video. I'd like to see it compared to the MPK Mini cuz I really like what the upgrade has to offer.
@AlphaMachina 4 жыл бұрын
I just got the Mini MKIII today on Amazon, and I chose it over most of the other controllers, "mini" or otherwise, in this price range because it has twice the pads and knobs, making it a clear winner in my book. I was torn between the full size keys on the Alesis V25 and the extra pads from the LaunchKey mini MKIII, but the pads won out in the end. I'm not an avid keyboard player─I just tinker and dabble for the sake of getting a good arpeggio or synth chords laid out, and the pads for playing out a beat or launching a track or clip makes a lot more sense for me. I'll have this beauty of a controller on my doorstep come Monday, an early Christmas present to myself, and I can't wait. I'm replacing my old Axiom 25, which has served me well, but is starting to show its age with pads and keys not triggering properly at times. The mini will look great on my desk with my TR-08, TB-03, and should work well with Reason 10 and FL Studio/Ableton. I'm using a pair of Behringer Truth B2031A's for my monitors, and a ONYX Artist 1-2 audio interface. It's cheap stuff, but honestly, the Truth's are REALLY surprisingly good, well made and thought out, and after a mod to remove the grill over the tweeters, sound nice and flat compared to the KRK Rokit 8's I had before. The Rokit's were good for vocals, but that's about it.
@r3dsnow757 2 жыл бұрын
Hello 2 y old comment op, how did it hold up over time?
@AlphaMachina 2 жыл бұрын
@@r3dsnow757 No issues with it so far. Everything still works perfectly, and I probably use it once a week, or at least a couple times a month to mess with a song or a beat.
@r3dsnow757 2 жыл бұрын
@@AlphaMachina fantastic? what's your main midi keyboard? I'm getting it today, previous one i had was the akai mpk mk3, i wanted to get the arturia minilab but i found this one way more appealing.
@RoseGoldLopez Жыл бұрын
thank you for sharing I just recently bought one and it's my 1st time using it this helped me out a lot great video
@thomaswhudson 4 жыл бұрын
How is this compared to the NI Komplete M32? I just bought one and i worry maybe i made a mistake. BUT i use Studio one 4 as my main DAW. I do own Ableton live though as well.
@kerwinfernandes9583 3 жыл бұрын
Nice demo! Thanks and God bless 🙂🙏🏼❤️
@DA-bd8xz 2 жыл бұрын
Ok, I'm sold... Going to get this!
@AlexBoulos 4 жыл бұрын
Love your review man. Mine coming up soon :)
@francescoc.4626 4 жыл бұрын
Can I say it? FINALLY!
@buzzin010 2 жыл бұрын
i think imma grab one now start my journey with this little gem
@aydaceren7136 4 жыл бұрын
Selling my old Launchkey Mini MK2 & Komplete Kontrol M32 for this baby - can't wait to cast my hands on it. Good job Novation.
@benouaafrika6609 4 жыл бұрын
Ayda Ceren Yo yo! What’s wrong with the M32? I was just about to get the M32. In which part of the globe you are?
@aydaceren7136 4 жыл бұрын
@@benouaafrika6609 Hello Ben. Well there's absolutely nothing wrong with M32. Amazing keys & key bed, really love the fact that it is slightly more than 2 octaves and instant integration with the Native Instruments ecosystem. If your world is based on Kontakt libraries and/or Maschine then you should definitely get this portable monster. It is really handy and complimentary. As for me, although I love my Kontakt libraries I've come to realize that I spend more time in Ableton, tweaking and exploring rather than building within NI stuff. An upgrade from my Launchkey Mini MK2 to MK3 with the built in arpeggiator, fixed chord functionality & touch strips is the more feasible option. It just depends on personal preference and workflow, really. Peace.
@notstask 3 жыл бұрын
there is also a ”Capture Midi” if you hold shift and press record
@m3kbeatz 4 жыл бұрын
Looks dope. Great video.
@satychary Жыл бұрын
Excellent review!
@mchuli1253 3 жыл бұрын
Just picked up mine!
@coldransom 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. Gonna be picking one of these up from sweetwater
@Davvyk 2 жыл бұрын
totally hope this is taken as a helpful suggestion. The lighting is cool but when we're focusing on a device it does make it hard to see things.
@chrismathur4182 4 жыл бұрын
The edit and the begin was sick with u throwing up box
@davidllorensi9546 4 жыл бұрын
I’m starting with music production, and I don’t know if I should buy this one or the arturia MK2, i like that the arturia has the analog lab features, but I don’t know which one to choose, Could someone help me, thanks!
@boimesa8190 4 жыл бұрын
Finally a keystep competitor!!
@Taetro 4 жыл бұрын
Oooo good point!
@NickolaiBeats 4 жыл бұрын
I use the Mk 2. Not ready to upgrade yet. Still learning on the one I have.
@rednroll1 4 жыл бұрын
I went with the Akai MPK mini MK2 over the launchkey mostly due to the lack of a repeat function key for doing drum rolls. However, I would have preferred an actual midi out like the Launchkey. Is there anyway to reprogram the launchkey to add a repeat button feature like the Akai has?
@triskalrecords2863 4 жыл бұрын
I bought the MK3 based on your recommendations thx much
@Taetro 4 жыл бұрын
Epiccc 🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻
@alemusicgirl 4 жыл бұрын
very nice review i think im gonna buy it
@puguhprasetyo5117 4 жыл бұрын
Another good review from u, Taetro! Bro, does this also work well with other DAW? Are u satisfied using it? How about the key? Is it comfortable?
@K_man217 2 жыл бұрын
That recall feature is dope
@briansaad2583 4 жыл бұрын
@Taetro would you recommend getting the launchkey or the arturia minilab for a first controller? Im really intrigued by the control the launchkey gives you, but I've also heard great things about the keys and sound design on the Arturia,
@Mateusz7821 4 жыл бұрын
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@AltaMihartescu 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, do you know if the chords are diatonic to the scale and they play in root positions? I have the launcheky 25 and they intentionally coded the chords to play from V to VII in inverted positions instead of root...
@1120beats 4 жыл бұрын
just got mine today I really like it
@Taetro 4 жыл бұрын
Yessss congrats. Have a great weekend making beats ✌🏻
@theSUBVERSIVE 4 жыл бұрын
does this version allow you to customize the buttons? one of the problems with the Launchkey Mini was that if you wanted to use outside Ableton, you would encounter some issues since you couldn't remap the pads and knobs.
@WeAreSomeRandom 4 жыл бұрын
Does it still integrate with Novation groovebox on IOS ? I notice ‘scene selection’ has been removed. It was on the mk2 at the right of the launch pads.
@FabEnPeOr2 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Taetro, First of all, thanks for your vids. I already wrote this in your comparison vid- But what would you recommend for me? Between the Mini MK3 or Minilab mk2 from Arturia? I am just starting and got my Ableton Live Lite. I have a background with piano and guitar, but I wanted to mainly make some lofi beats and sessions. At home, I have an ePiano with Midi capabilities. The only two things I want the Minilab is because Analog Lab and because I also love how it looks. But I am just watching vids here and I see or it seems that the Launchkey would be a much better fit... I can imagine sometimes going out and trying to make something on the go... I haven't seen the Arturia I know its bigger, but tbh it would be a breakdealer for me... I would really appreciate your opinion! :)
@LeRoy3rd 4 жыл бұрын
@Taetro: My Launchkey Mini MK3 will be here tomorrow (yay!). Do you know of a fitted/padded travel case for this? Been searching for weeks and there doesn't seem to be anything available yet... I thought the mk2 cases might work, but the dimensions are a bit different. Any insight? Thanks.
@glitaa7611 4 жыл бұрын
I've got MKII for a long time and I'd like to buy MKIII, but then I realized that I can't make anything with MKII, so...
@ia1530 4 жыл бұрын
Lyrics Club No, please give it to me!
@jakestockstill5292 4 жыл бұрын
Just gotta try brutha
@Ferrichrome 4 жыл бұрын
Throw garbage at the wall and see what sticks haha. I pulled my Mini Mk2 out after it was sitting around for 2 years and finally did something with it. I just want them to make a big Launchkey Mk3!! I don't really want the SL Mk3 because it has a lot of bloat/extra features I don't want
@-xoilox-stefan2604 4 жыл бұрын
@@Ferrichrome You can use a akai mpk 25. Great big keys, 8 rgb pads with 4 banks, 8 endless rotary knobs with 3 banks, usb and DIN midi, arp. and display. Feels and looks great!
@sprb4725 4 жыл бұрын
Just a second opinion: the akai mpk has horrible keys and is really difficult to program
@forestman7314 4 жыл бұрын
Does anyone know what the secondary functions of the top three keys are? E.g. the three with symbols above them, to the right of "Latch on/off"?
@MARV11NSHOWTIME 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks man, I need it :D !!!
@Taetro 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@joshpartridge4581 4 жыл бұрын
Can you use it and have all the same features with other DAWs like Logic pro??
@EspiriG 4 жыл бұрын
Excelenttt!! But one question, why when I press “shift” the “session pad” doesnt start/Or put in orange?
@gru_day 2 жыл бұрын
Bought just few sec ago as a midi kontroler for DAW and m:Cycles. Hope to be as Good as it appears.
@notstask 3 жыл бұрын
Hey @Taetro! Which do you recommend? The launchkey 37 or the mini?
@carloquibot 3 жыл бұрын
Im wondering if there’ll ever be an all black version of this. Like the arturia minilab deep black
@mathijst8743 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Taetro! I want to buy my first MIDI controller, would this be a good recommendation? Up until now I have only used an old Yamaha keyboard for playing piano, nothing else. I want to spend €100 tops.
@DarlaBaltazar 4 жыл бұрын
was literally about to buy an mkii hamana
@sergiishust9858 4 жыл бұрын
Hey! Thanks for the overview! How to change LED brightness? Thanks!
@citruesilver 3 жыл бұрын
...it's almost perfect. I just miss a polyphonic sequencer then I could finally retire my arturia keystep...
@samuelmrva255 4 жыл бұрын
Hey man, first of all i love you videos you really making things clear. So im just a beginner with ableton, got my mpk mini, but i really dont know how to get into the process and i cant find like first steps. Is it possible to make video for beginners with everything, means step by step making first beat with akai mini? Thank you !
@LiveAnotherDay24 4 жыл бұрын
What is the point to have multifunction knobs if they are pots and not encoders?
@davidnotgidenko 4 жыл бұрын
this was helpful
@jackassn21 4 жыл бұрын
Hey maybe this comment reaches you, but I have a small problem. In the manual it states that ableton automatically arms a track when you select it (Shift + Fixed Chord) with the MK3. But in my case it doesn't do that. Can you help me figure out why? And maybe another question...in ableton on mac I see two out/inputs from my MK3. One is MIDI In/Out and one is DAW In/Out. Could you explain what the differences are? Thanks man!
@MrThejohanson 4 жыл бұрын
Surprised you didn't talk about what we can do with midi out and sustain input. Hope you will mention on next review.
@babylittlebaby 4 жыл бұрын
Can you please tell me witch pads are more sensitive - sensel morph or machine mark3. Thanks my friend.
@markloy1 4 жыл бұрын
Hi..great video. Do you know if this would be good for garage band. I actually use my push 2 for Ableton Live
@robertpaterson2371 4 жыл бұрын
Yoooo this is sick
@Taetro 4 жыл бұрын
Thankssss!
@michaelroche3143 3 жыл бұрын
Taetri I bought that and now I cannot connect to my interface motu 2, do u know which cable must I buy?!? thanks a lot. on amazon are chinese who sent cables but never is a cable
@michaelgibson5047 4 жыл бұрын
I have ableton intro 10. a fosrite 2i2 and a launch pad. and a mk2 mini key can they be used together? at the same time. These devices just sat under the bed in boxes for 9 months. Sir please help. just now figuring the ableton. I buy these tools thinking too use them but never do. You tube is nice for the help
@oliverporsch582 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks doggie!
@riricky815 4 жыл бұрын
hi sir,im a newbie,b4 mk3 just come out,im thinking to buy impulse 25,so now which one should i buy?seems the functionality are different
@johnwhooley153 3 жыл бұрын
How can you use the mini to arm the track you select over to? I can't figure it out but see the option on the larger mk3 models. Thank you
@Xxmeca421xX 4 жыл бұрын
Hi, Ive only recorded on a multi tracker that had a cd burner and everything to produce without a pc. I want to buy a synth keyboard but want to play it without a pc sometimes. Can this do that? I plan on learning on ableton, so I think this is my best bet even if it cant.
@WakeUpDonni333 3 жыл бұрын
I remember getting a launch pad in 4th grade and giving up because I didn’t understand the software
@dorukakgul 4 жыл бұрын
do i need a audio interface for latency or do i just plug it to the pc? i am new on this please help me guys. thanks
@Kapowayo 4 жыл бұрын
So sweeeet 👌. I want one now lol
@hosiecarmona9650 4 жыл бұрын
good review
@jesusrebelzer6739 4 жыл бұрын
a sequencer like in the keystep and i would be it...crossing fingers for a clever update :)
@TheReptileRevolution 4 жыл бұрын
Hey guys. What would you buy as an on the way midi keyboard? Launchkey Mini Mk3 or Native Instruments M32?
@Sn4p_Fps 4 жыл бұрын
Will be ok whit Ableton Live Suite 10.0.3 ? (I don't see the controller in the settings)
@mrbonecutter6432 3 жыл бұрын
Does this come with the software to set everything? Or would I need to buy that separately?
@pafcjack100 4 жыл бұрын
@Taetro What're the keys like? They look nicer than AKAI MPKmini ?? Slightly wider?
@Hitnrun69ify 4 жыл бұрын
Nice video, question for you. What keyboard is the with the bubble like keys?
@adityasuryan2382 3 жыл бұрын
I am planning to buy a MIDI controller, I would needs good pads majorly. mini launchkey mk3 or mk3 37 keys has better pads than arturia minilab mk2 ?
@leofrasionio5290 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Tetro,how is the velocity of the pads compared to previous models?
@KousinKyree 3 жыл бұрын
Does anyone know if you’re able to cycle through patches/presets in plugins to rehearse sounds?
@alejandrodiazrodriguez2674 4 жыл бұрын
Question... how should I run the arp without matching the tempo scene?
@BrandoLuis 4 жыл бұрын
extremely interesting, I sold my akai Mpk mini a year ago, and I'm missing a travel controller, this might be it...
@arandomduckdog 4 жыл бұрын
the keys are really bad so just keep that in mind
@shavedbird694 4 жыл бұрын
arandomduckdog but for travel purposes it’s pretty good. Also the velocity sensing is pretty nice
@MusicHead480 4 жыл бұрын
What's your opinion on mpk mini?
@rythandeiveegan6497 4 жыл бұрын
arandomduckdog the keys are small and have low travel, sure they are weird to use, but completely acceptable for the other amazing features it has. If you are primarily a person who uses keys, I would recommend something with either full sized keys, or keys with more travel. This controller is perfect for me but everyone has their preferences
@xXSummonNightXx 3 жыл бұрын
The keys are honestly fine, I tried it at a store just now. It's not great but it's descend enough. The pads are great though and incredibly sensitive/easy to press.
@mishahayden 2 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to get this sometime, my crusty MK2 mini don't work anymore.
@joshuapheasant2510 3 жыл бұрын
Is there a midi controller that doesnt need a computer or plugins so you can use anywere and record on somethin like a sd card
@stjamestheproducer 4 жыл бұрын
Will someone please tell me why NOTE REPEAT is a feature that simply eludes Abelton?
@ickleone33 Жыл бұрын
Launchkey mini mk3 or akai mpk mk 3? Are they more or less the same. Not sure witch to buy. Great info. Thanks...
@siranonymous1446 4 жыл бұрын
Hey mate what’s the difference between this and the mk2? Is it this whole video?
@AdamFBuchanan 2 жыл бұрын
what about the mini vs the Novation Launchkey 25? Both are on special from my local store and I'm not sure which I should get. It would be for live performance using Ableton Live. Does the smaller size of the mini make it worth it, or does the 25's larger size not matter because it has more features or whatever? Before I saw the sale I was going to buy the Akai APC40 MkII and at some point a tiny simple keyboard. I sort of feel I would still like the Akai APC40 MkII, but maybe have one of these Novation keyboards also. Would that work well?
@liamk7720 4 жыл бұрын
helpful, thanks!
@Taetro 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Liam 😁
@JYann247 4 жыл бұрын
Great vid Taetro. I sold my AKAI mpk MINI, the first gen, a year ago and been looking for a replacement: is this better than the "newer" versions of the AKAI? What's your opinion?
@robllewellyn 2 жыл бұрын
Wanna know this too
@davidschaer 3 жыл бұрын
anyone knows how to connect and how to set up de Launchkey Mini MkIII and the Korg electribe 2? i connected the two via midi but the Launchkey Mini does not adopt the settings from the electribe. I set the midi settings for the electribe to be master. Any help is much appreciated..
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