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

[@soupy1312]

Why don't you pin it so it's at the top

[@leoopokat8235]

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

[@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!

[@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

[@jedrabid]

Nice review man! Danke

[@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.

[@XanderEwald]

Couldn't say, I don't use it with Logic so far.

[@GadgetGeeks]

Nice

[@soupy1312]

Nice

[@buidseach]

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

[@XanderEwald]

No, it’s just a controller.

[@LKBL8]

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 ?

[@aako-dd1ly]

I have launchkey 49 and the pads feel very similar to my launchpad x. I actually really like it's simplicity and the 8x8 layout compared to the fiasco I went through with a maschine mk3. I hate that thing with a passion

[@RababaInc]

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

[@XanderEwald]

I went from Fast Tracker 2 to FL (it was called Fruity Loops back then) to Cubase SX and eventually Ableton Live. I work with Logic and Pro Tools for my job sometimes too, but for me Live is still and by far the best and most fun DAW for music making. After 15 years it still keeps giving me new ideas and options. So you yeah, highly recommended!

[@XanderEwald]

I used Live alongside Logic on a regular basis back when I worked on music and sound design for TV, radio, and movie commercials. It’s really not about the tools, but how you use them.

[@Howtofewithlove]

I did and i can recommend it i think it got less bugs

[@bishopchalik8561]

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

[@XanderEwald]

Not sure what track it is exactly, but it’s from Artlist.

[@joaquindolyenkomusic5005]

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.

[@XanderEwald]

Not sure what’s going on there. Have you reached out to Novation about this yet?

[@joaquindolyenkomusic5005]

@@XanderEwald Hey thanks for answer, it's solved. Was a wrong configuration with ableton.

[@kendevajkpest3000]

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!

[@titovalasques]

Sounds like a too high buffer issue. You need to make sure your buffer is no more than 128, preferably 64 or even 32 depending on the bus speed of/to your audio interface. It can be controlled under settings in Ableton.

[@kendevajkpest3000]

@@titovalasques thanks man

[@YoungZx]

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

[@XanderEwald]

Mine does not leave the studio anytime soon ;)

[@YoungZx]

@@XanderEwald :(

[@valdiorn]

Pan-"orama"? 😄