Novation Launchpad X: Is Less Really More? (Review)

Launchpad X by Novation is a budget-friendly and performance-oriented pad controller for Ableton Live, but the compact form factor and lower price tag come with some restrictions compared to larger controllers. In my review I explore what Launchpad X can and can't do and how it can fit in a studio setup despite its limitations.

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Time Stamps:
00:44: Overview
02:08: The Pads
03:56: Note Mode
04:36: Drum Mode
05:51: Session Mode
07:07: Mixer Mode
08:02: Custom Mode
09:14: Conclusion

[kajitokenka]

Dacci, you make the best gear demos! I'm not even considering a launchpad x, but I watched this from start to finish. The aesthetic.... chef's kiss!

[leoopokat]

I have 2 Launchpad X there never leaving my sight
We need a Chord mode seriously
like big brother
included I use it in All Daws
hands down best controller ever

[kcapkcans]

A lot of the shortcomings you mentioned are overcome if paired with a Launchkey. Obviously that's a silly caveat, but I have a Launchkey and realized that these two items go well together

[BlazertronGames]

I'm torn between the pro and the X. The pros extra features seem really nice. Being ableton to manipulate ableton clips without having to use keyboard and mouse seems quite nice. But I don't know if it's worth almost double the price.

[iliatasho]

Does it has good integration with logic pro? I am a new in djing and production and have bought logic pro becouse i love its design and simpleness. Hope you reply becouse i am considering buying this launchpad. Nice review btw. Very helpful.

[LKBL]

hey, in 6:18 you said there is possible make Fixed Length. Please, how? I didnt find this in Manual either. Thanks.

[HOLIDAYCREWSTUDIOS]

Hey bro are the pads on Launchkey mk3 and launchpad x are same right i mean the feel and material any changes ?

[kendevajkpest]

What can i do with the latency? I mean when I want to record/loop keys, synths but Insbesondere the drums...so when I hit the button its has a latency and I can't do it fast and accurantly! Pls help!

[joaquindolyenkomusic]

Hey, really thanks for your work! I was wandering if you could help me with a trouble on launchpad X: I activated the "Legacy" mode (with the purple button) and now my Session button is disabled. Do you know a way to turn launchpad X to its normal mode and functionality?
Thanks, i really can't find any information anyware on the internet.

[bishopchalik]

What was the music used in the background. It sounds so familiar like a game or something.

[buidseach]

Can you use a launchpad without a computer to sample direct from a synth ?

[RababaInc]

has anybody here made the switch from FL Studio to Ableton and would recommend it?

[YoungZxOfficial]

Yo still got that Launchpad x from novation would just give me yours lool I can’t find one for cheap for real