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The Novation Launch Control XL 3 puts precision at your fingertips, giving you seamless control over your DAW, plugins, and hardware, straight out of the box. With enhanced integration and a suite of customisation options via Novation Components, you can craft up to 15 user presets to suit any setup or style.
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The Novation Launch Control XL 3 puts precision at your fingertips, giving you seamless control over your DAW, plugins, and hardware, straight out of the box. With enhanced integration and a suite of customisation options via Novation Components, you can craft up to 15 user presets to suit any setup or style.
Your Studio. Your Rules.
Whether you are refining a mix, crafting a live set, or managing a full production session, Launch Control XL Mk3 adapts to your workflow. It offers deep DAW integration and flexible custom modes that make it the perfect tool for controlling everything from a single synth to a full hybrid rig.
Built to Work with All Major DAWs
Enjoy effortless compatibility with Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, and other leading digital audio workstations. Launch Control XL 3 is engineered for tight integration, letting you focus more on music and less on setup.
Go Beyond the Screen
Power up the unit via a USB-C and connect directly to your gear using classic 5-pin MIDI In, Out, and Thru ports. Launch Control XL 3 lets you take charge of synths, drum machines, and effects units, or blend software and hardware with custom templates that bring your hybrid workflow to life.
Customise Your Creative Process
With Novation Components, building your ideal setup is quick and intuitive. Map controls to your hardware, tweak plugin parameters, or create unique layouts which are all stored across 15 user-defined Custom Modes. It’s the ultimate controller companion for any MIDI-enabled gear.
Built for Performance
The Novation Launch Control XL 3 has been completely reimagined with a premium tactile experience. Eight responsive faders, 24 endless rotary knobs, 16 assignable buttons, and dedicated transport controls give you fluid command over your setup. A bright OLED screen keeps essential info in clear view.
Start Creating Right Away
Included is a complete suite of professional-grade software, including Ableton Live 12 Lite and a handpicked collection of plugins from Klevgrand, Baby Audio, and Output. You will have everything you need to dive in and start making music instantly.
Hassle-Free Setup
Get started in minutes with Novation’s Easy Start tool. From installing drivers to unlocking bundled software, Easy Start guides you through every step so you can focus on creating, not configuring.
Included Software – Cubase LE 14
Cubase LE 14 is a powerful DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) designed for aspiring music producers, songwriters, and audio engineers. With support for up to 16 audio tracks, 24 MIDI tracks, and 8 virtual instrument tracks, it provides the tools needed to craft professional-quality music from the ground up. Whether you're recording vocals, programming beats, or layering synths, Cubase LE 14 lets you capture up to 8 audio channels simultaneously.
- Launch Control XL Mk3 works seamlessly with Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, and more. Effortlessly map controls to all plugins and MIDI-enabled hardware.
- 5-pin MIDI In, Out, and Out2/Thru connections
- Map MIDI parameters to faders, encoders, and buttons with Novation’s intuitive Components software.
- Crisp, new OLED display
- Eight faders for detailed adjustments
- 24 endless rotary encoders
- 16 assignable buttons
- Dedicated transport controls
- Additional software - Ableton Live 12 Lite included, alongside a suite of software from Klevgrand, Baby Audio, and Output.
- Set up instantly with tutorials and Novation’s Easy Start tool
- 3 Years Warranty provided by Novation
Included Software
- Ableton Live 12 Lite
- Cubase LE 14
- Klevgrand Fosfat
- Baby Audio Parallel Aggressor
- Output Movement
Product Hardware Specifications
- Faders: 8
- Encoders: 24
- RGB LEDs: 24
- Page Buttons: 2
- Assignable Buttons: 16
- Transport Buttons: Play/Stop and Record
- Function Buttons: 2
- Track Buttons: 2
- Display: OLED
- 5 pin MIDI Input: 1
- 5 pin MIDI Output: 1
- 5 pin MIDI Out2/Thru: 1
- Connectivity: USB Type-C
- Bus Powered: Yes
- Kensington Security Slot
Software Compatibility
- Launch Control XL 3 is class compliant and will work with any recent Mac, Windows PC, or iOS device.
Power Requirements
- USB bus powered
- Power supply not included
Other
- Weight (without accessories): 0.92kg / 2.03lbs
- Weight (with accessories): 0.96kg / 2.12lbs
- Height: 43mm / 1.69"
- Width: 250mm / 9.84"
- Depth (length): 239mm / 9.41"
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