Essential Information About the Novation Launch Control 3 MIDI Controller
- Immediate and Clear Control: 16 endless rotary encoders + 8 assignable buttons, with an ultra-clear OLED screen to visualize parameters in real time.
- Advanced DAW Integration: advanced support for Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, and others, with Mackie HUI compatibility to extend control across many environments.
- Connectivity Designed for Hybrid Studios: USB Type-C + 5-pin MIDI DIN (1 input, 2 outputs including 2/Thru) with filtering and routing options to control hardware with or without a computer.
- Custom Mappings: assign your MIDI parameters, save up to 7 Custom modes, and manage them easily via Novation Components.
Launch Control 3: A New Generation of Compact Control from Novation
Designed to integrate naturally into a modern setup, the
Novation Launch Control 3 carries forward the "compact and efficient" DNA of the range while pushing further the
parameter feedback and
customization. With its OLED screen, endless encoders, and savable Custom modes, it establishes itself as a productivity-oriented controller: less time in menus, more time recording, automating, and performing. Its approach is clear: to offer a portable, robust, and flexible control surface capable of switching from
mixing in a DAW to
MIDI control of a hardware setup.
A MIDI Controller for Producers, Beatmakers, and Live Performers
The Launch Control 3 is aimed at those who want to
regain tactile control over their music: adjusting pan, effect sends, plugin parameters, session navigation, or track functions (arming, mute, solo). In the studio, it speeds up workflows by making editing more intuitive and facilitating automation. On stage, its compact form factor and MIDI connectivity make it a reliable ally for performances where quick adjustments of levels, effects, and macros are needed without relying exclusively on the mouse.
Key Features: Clear Feedback, Precise Control, and Advanced Customization
OLED Screen: Your Settings, in the Right Place at the Right Time
The major asset of the Launch Control 3 is its
OLED screen: it displays detailed information related to the parameter you are manipulating. The result: you avoid visual back-and-forth between the computer and the controller, gaining precision when adjusting a filter, reverb send, saturation, or a virtual synth macro.
16 Endless Rotary Encoders: Smoothness and Consistency for Automation
The
16 endless encoders are designed for continuous control, ideal for mixing and creating automations. Their
adjustable acceleration curves allow you to tailor the feel to your style: fast movements to sweep a value, or fine adjustments to sculpt a sound precisely. The
RGB status indicators improve readability and organization, especially in dense sessions.
8 Assignable Buttons: Track Functions and Custom Commands
The
8 assignable buttons facilitate essential actions: track switching, isolation, record arming, muting, or triggering custom toggles. This is particularly effective for keeping your hands on the controller during takes, overdubs, or performances, and for manipulating "utility" functions without breaking the flow.
MIDI DIN + USB: A True Control Hub for Hybrid Setups
Thanks to its
MIDI input and
MIDI outputs 1 and 2/Thru on 5-pin DIN connectors, the Launch Control 3 easily integrates with synths, drum machines, and effects processors. MIDI routing and filtering offer real flexibility to build a coherent setup, whether you work fully hardware, fully software, or
hybrid with a DAW at the center. Power via
USB Type-C simplifies installation: one cable and you're ready to create.
Custom Modes and Novation Components: Your Control, Your Logic
To go beyond standard mapping, you can assign MIDI parameters to encoders and buttons, then save up to
seven Custom modes. Management via
Novation Components makes customization accessible, whether you want to control an effects rack, a specific hardware synth, or macros of your virtual instruments. It's also an excellent solution for quick access to parameters rarely exposed on the front panel, avoiding diving into submenus during production.
Included Software: Ready to Produce from the First Session
The Launch Control 3 comes with a selection of software to get started quickly:
Ableton Live 12 Lite for recording and performing compact projects,
Cubase LE 14 for composing, editing, and mixing, as well as a trio of creative effects from
Klevgrand,
Baby Audio, and
Output. An excellent foundation for exploring sound design, dynamic processing, and effect modulation without multiplying purchases from the start.
Technical Specifications
Controls and Interface
- Encoders: 16
- RGB LEDs: 16
- Page buttons: 2
- Track buttons: 2
- Shift button: 1
- Mode buttons: 1
- Function buttons: 1
- Assignable buttons: 8
- Screen: OLED
Connectivity
- MIDI input on 5-pin DIN connector: 1
- MIDI output on 5-pin DIN connector: 1
- MIDI output 2/Thru on 5-pin DIN connector: 1
- Connectivity: USB Type-C port
Power Supply
- Powered via USB port: yes
- Powered via USB port
- Power adapter not included
Compatibility
- Native compatibility with Mac computers
- Native compatibility with Windows PCs
- Compatible with recent iOS devices
Security
Included Software
- Ableton Live 12 Lite
- Cubase LE 14
- Klevgrand Fosfat
- Baby Audio Parallel Aggressor
- Output Movement
Included Items
- Launch Control 3
- 1.5-meter USB Type-C to A cable
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