The blackLaunch Control XLfromNovationis a portable controller for Ableton Live. The sixteen buttons, twenty-four knobs, and eight faders all integrate seamlessly with Live for total hands-on control. The knobs are arranged in three rows, aligning perfectly with Ableton Live's mixer, while their multicolored LEDs help distinguish between sends, EQs or any other device. Eight 60mm faders offer precise control over levels, while the sixteen multicolor buttons offer immediate track focus and mixer control.
Customize the assignments of the controls to any parameters within Ableton including assigning custom colors, and then effortlessly switch between these mappings and Live's built-in functionality. Multiple units can be combined. Fully USB bus powered, simply plug the controller into a Mac or Windows computer or an iOS device and start performing. It's also possible to control all MIDI-compatible iOS music software via an optional Apple Camera Connection Kit. Additionally, the controller is now HUI enabled. Simply plug into Logic, Cubase, or Pro Tools and start controlling.
Hands-on control over Ableton Live
Tweak sounds using twenty-four knobs with multicolored indicators
Plug straight into a Mac/Windows computer or iPad and start performing
Enhance a live performance by combining with Launchpad S
Get precise control over levels with eight faders
Sixteen multicolor buttons for immediate track focus and key mixer controls
Create custom control layouts by freely assigning any control to any function in Ableton
Control all MIDI-compatible iOS software via anoptionalApple Camera Connection Kit
HUI enabled for use with Logic, Cubase, or Pro Tools
Includes Ableton Live Lite software and Loopmasters sample collection
4GB loop library from Loopmasters: A 4GB Loopmasters sample library is included with every Novation product and is packed with professional-quality, royalty-free loops and one-shots. The library offers a huge range of electronic and acoustic instrumentation and encompasses all contemporary genres, from blues, funk, and hip-hop to bass, techno, and all flavors of house. It's everything you need to start making music
Free keys and pad drumming lessons with Melodics help you get the most out of your controller straight out of the box
Technical Specification:
Controls
24 x Rotary pots with 300° motion
24 x LEDs under the knobs
8 x 60 mm faders
16 x Assignable multicolor backlit buttons
8 x Additional assignable backlit buttons
2 x Template switch buttons
Other
USB-MIDI class compliant
HUI compliant
Kensington security slot
Power Requirements
USB bus power, including iPad
Dimensions
9.5 x 9.5 x 1.5" (240 x 240 x 39 mm)
In the Box
Novation Launch Control XL Controller for Ableton Live (Black)