Novation Launchpad Mini MK3 MIDI Grid Controller

The Novation Launchpad Mini MK3 is a compact and highly portable 64-pad MIDI grid controller designed for clip launching, beat making, melodic performance, and hands-on control of music software. Featuring an 8×8 grid of 64 RGB-backlit pads, the Launchpad Mini MK3 brings an intuitive visual performance interface to your desktop, making it especially well suited to Ableton Live and other MIDI-compatible music production environments.

The Launchpad Mini MK3 provides dedicated Session, Drum, Keys, and User modes, allowing the grid to be used for launching clips and scenes, playing drum racks, performing melodies, or controlling custom MIDI mappings. Its RGB pad feedback keeps sessions visually organized, while dedicated Stop, Solo, and Mute controls provide quick access to essential performance functions.

Designed for portability and ease of use, the Launchpad Mini MK3 is USB bus-powered and connects directly to a computer without requiring an external power supply. Custom Modes can be created and edited through Novation Components, allowing the pads to be mapped to MIDI notes, CC messages, and other functions for personalized studio and live performance workflows.

Key Features

• Compact and portable MIDI grid controller

• 8×8 grid with 64 RGB LED-backlit velocity-sensitive pads

• Dedicated Session Mode for launching clips and scenes

• Drum Mode for playing and programming drums

• Keys Mode for melodic MIDI performance

• User Mode for customizable MIDI mappings

• Dedicated Stop, Solo, and Mute controls

• RGB feedback for clear visual performance information

• Custom Modes programmable through Novation Components

• Designed for seamless integration with Ableton Live

• Compatible with other MIDI-compatible music software

• USB bus-powered operation

• Plug-and-play connectivity

• Lightweight design ideal for mobile production and live performance

• Includes Ableton Live Lite and additional music-production software

Specifications

• Type: MIDI Grid Controller

• Pad Grid: 8 × 8

• Total Pads: 64 RGB Backlit Pads

• Modes: Session, Drum, Keys, User

• Performance Controls: Stop, Solo, Mute

• Custom Modes: Yes, via Novation Components

• Connectivity: USB-C

• Power: USB Bus Powered

• Software Integration: Ableton Live and MIDI-Compatible Software

• Included Software: Ableton Live Lite and additional instruments/effects

• Security: Kensington Lock Slot

• Dimensions: Approx. 180 × 180 × 14 mm

• Weight: Approx. 380 g

The Novation Launchpad Mini MK3 delivers a powerful combination of portability, visual feedback, and intuitive grid-based control. Whether you're launching clips in Ableton Live, programming drums, playing melodies, or creating custom MIDI performances, its compact 8×8 RGB grid makes it an excellent controller for both studio production and live electronic music performance.