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Launchpad Mini MK3 is the most compact and portable 64 RGB pad MIDI grid controller. It gives you everything you need to start performing in Ableton Live, and it'll fit in your bag. Start making and performing tracks with Ableton Live wherever you are, using the huge array of sounds in the box to get you started.

Launch your music making 
Bright pads make it easier than ever to see your Ableton Live session and launch your sounds. It looks great too; full RGB colors perfectly match your clips and scenes or show Note and Drum modes. Seamless Ableton Live integration means Launchpad Mini brings your session to your fingertips, so you can spend more time launching and less time clicking a mouse.

Nothing holding you back 
Now there’s nothing stopping you from making music. With its hands-on controls, tons of sounds in the box and a step-by-step interactive platform to get you set up, Novation have gone further than ever to make it easy to get started. Launchpad Mini MK3 is the grid controller for any Live performer.

Welcome aboard
Once you’ve plugged in your Launchpad Mini Mk3, you’ll be brought to an interactive onboarding site. Download all the software you want with step-by-step video guides to get you set up with Live and making music in minutes.

Take it everywhere 
Good things really do come in small packages. Launchpad Mini MK3 is one of the most compact, portable and lightweight MIDI controllers, so you never have to leave it at home. Take it anywhere you go, so you can launch your sounds whenever inspiration hits.

Intuitive Ableton Live integration 
Launchpad Mini MK3 gives you immediate and tactile access to Live’s performance controls in a way you just can’t get with a mouse. Step back from your computer and see your session and all your sounds on the eight-by-eight grid. Then, control your performance straight from Launchpad Mini with Stop, Solo and Mute controls.

Make it yours 
Go deeper and get Launchpad Mini MK3 working the way you want. Use Components to customize MIDI mappings, and control almost anything; three custom modes mean you can design how this compact grid controller works for you—you’re only limited by your imagination.

Included software
Ableton Live Lite – Quickly organize and arrange your sounds and start making tracks with this staple electronic-music-making software.
AAS Session Bundle – Three synths for music makers, providing staple sounds for your tracks.
XLN Addictive Keys – Access one of four virtual keyboards when you register your first piece of Novation hardware.
Klevgrand R0Verb and DAW Cassette – High-quality reverb and tape deck emulation plug-ins, to add some space or take your sound back to the golden age of cassette tapes.
Softube Time and Tone bundle – Made up of four of Softube's world-class plug-ins: reverb, delay, an easy to use mastering tool and distortion.

Firmware Version 2.0 Update
Firmware version 2.0 for Launchpad Mini MK3 introduces the exciting Custom Mode keystroke widget. You can keep the creativity flowing while making music by assigning essential DAW shortcuts using Novation Components for a faster, more intuitive workflow and endless creative options.

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  • 64 RGB pads – RGB pads give you a perfect reflection of your Ableton Live session, making it easier than ever to see your clips
  • Ableton Live Integration – quickly launch your clips and scenes at the press of a button
  • Stop, Solo and Mute controls make it easier and more tactile to control your performances, no mouse needed
  • Three custom modes – Use Components to customise mappings and control anything MIDI easily from Launchpad Mini
  • Small, light – Launchpad Mini’s slim, lightweight design means it’ll fit into any setup, anywhere
  • Get started easily – Use our online East Start tool to get all the software you want, and step-by-step video guides to get you set up with Live and making music in minutes

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Product Hardware Specifications
  • 64 Pads
  • 16 Buttons
  • 81 RGB LEDs
  • USB-C Socket
  • Kensington MiniSaver Slot
Software Compatibility
  • Ableton Live 10 Lite is included 
  • If you already have Ableton Live it must be version 10 or greater to work with Launchpad Mini. Update to the latest version as previous versions of Ableton Live do not include the Launchpad Mini integration. Launchpad Mini will also work as a standard MIDI controller.
Power Requirements
  • USB bus powered, cable included

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All Novation products are built to the highest standards and are designed to provide many years of reliable performance. In the event of a Manufacturing Defect becoming evident during the warranty period, Novation will ensure that the product is repaired or replaced free of charge. The warranty for any product purchased on or after the 1st January 2018 is a period of 36 months from the date of original purchase. The warranty period for products purchased on or prior to the 31st December 2017 is 24 months from the date of original purchase.

A Manufacturing Defect is defined as a defect in the performance of the product as described and published by Novation. A Manufacturing Defect does not include damage caused by post-purchase transportation, storage, or careless handling, nor damage caused by misuse.

While this warranty is provided by Novation, it is fulfilled by Novation’s distribution partner in the country in which you purchased the product. To contact Novation's local distribution partner regarding a warranty issue, use this URL: https://stockists.novationmusic.com/stores/distributors/ ; they will advise you of the appropriate procedure for resolving the warranty issue. Note that many of the products returned under warranty are found not to exhibit any hardware fault at all. In the case of operational interruption, it’s worth checking other factors such as cables, drivers, software settings, and the like, prior to returning your hardware. Contact Novation support here first: https://support.novationmusic.com/hc/en-gb , if you experience technical issues.

In every case, you will need to provide a copy of the original invoice or store receipt to Novation’s local distribution partner. In the event that you are unable to provide proof of purchase, you should request a copy of your receipt from the reseller from whom you purchased the product. If you purchase a Novation product outside your normal country of residence, our distribution partner in your normal country of residence will not be able to honor this limited warranty, although you may request an out-of-warranty chargeable repair.

This limited warranty is offered solely to products purchased from an Authorized Novation Reseller. This Warranty is in addition to your statutory rights in the country of purchase.

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