Checked September 2026
Novation
Novation Launchpad X review
MIDI controllers
A 64-pad RGB grid controller for Ableton Live and Logic Pro with velocity-sensitive pads and polyphonic aftertouch. Best for ableton live and logic pro clip launching and finger drumming. Price: $229.99 (MSRP).
Key features
- 64 velocity-sensitive RGB pads with polyphonic aftertouch
- Live Loops triggering in Logic Pro
- Note and Scale modes
- Four customizable modes via Novation Components
- One-press Capture MIDI for Ableton Live
- Bus-powered over USB-C
Pros
- Deep Ableton Live integration
- Bundled software incl. Ableton Live Lite and Melodics
Cons
- No DIN MIDI ports
Novation Launchpad X alternatives
Compact 25-key USB-C MIDI controller with pitch/mod wheels, 8 pads, and 5-pin DIN MIDI output.
VST3not supportedAUnot supportedAAXnot supportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXnot supported+ iOSA 25-key universal MIDI controller with pads, faders, encoders, and a bundled software suite.
VST3not supportedAUnot supportedAAXnot supportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXnot supported- $139.99once
Novation
Novation Launchkey Mini 25 MK4
A 25 mini-key DAW controller with polyphonic-aftertouch pads, Scale/Chord modes, and an arpeggiator.
VST3not supportedAUnot supportedAAXnot supportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXnot supported
Sources: novationmusic.com