Updated Hardware and Sleek Redesign Highlight Novation's Launch Control XL 3, Offering MIDI Connectivity for DAWless Music Creators
Get the Scoop on Novation's Launch Control XL 3 - The Game-Changer for Music Production
Starting off as an Ableton Live controller, Novation's popular Launch Control XL has come a long way, shedding its Ableton-focused skin to cater to all DAW users and hardware-based setups. Say hello to the future of control surfaces, XL 3, the much-anticipated third installment in the Launch Control series.
When it comes to aesthetics, XL 3 doesn't disappoint. Featuring a sleek, simple and uncluttered design that echoes the recently refreshed Launchkey MK4 range, XL 3 is straight out of the 2010s with a vengeance.
Under the hood, you'll find a new OLED display that streamlines parameter assignments and navigation, along with dedicated transport controls for play, stop, and record functions. To top it off, XL 3 comes equipped with three rows of 8 endless encoders, 8 60mm faders, and two rows of 8 assignable, LED-equipped buttons.
The ergonomic encoders boast RGB LEDs that indicate their position through color and brightness levels, ensuring you're always in control.
No longer exclusive to Ableton Live, XL 3 now offers out-of-the-box integration with major DAWs such as Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, and more. With HUI integration on board, you'll find navigating your DAW a breeze.
Two Encoder Modes provide an efficient way of navigating your DAW's control panel. In DAW Mixer mode, encoders are maped to sends and pan settings for your DAW's mixer, while switching to DAW Control mode gives you fingertip access to a selection of controls for the currently chosen plugin or device on the top two rows. The third row comes in handy when navigating your arrangement view.
Breaking the barriers for hardware-based setups, XL 3 now offers 5-pin DIN MIDI ports, providing a single MIDI input and two outputs. Connect and control all manner of MIDI-enabled synths, grooveboxes, drum machines - with or without a computer. Up to 15 user-defined mappings, combining parameters from multiple devices, can be programmed and stored using Novation's Components software, making XL 3 the ultimate swiss army knife for your music production needs.
Get ready to jumpstart your creativity with the Novation Launch Control XL 3, priced at $249/£189/€193.
Bonus Features:Keep an eye out for upcoming firmware updates to unlock additional features on the Launch Control XL 3, such as Macros, Snapshots, MIDI learn, Onboard Custom Modes editing, Fader pickup, Fader preview, MIDI USB-to-DIN conversion, MIDI channel routing, Acceleration curves for encoders, HUI, Power-on mode, and Momentary Mode button.
Don't miss out on the latest updates - be sure to check Novation's official announcements or the Components app for firmware updates and new features.
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With its advanced features, the Novation Launch Control XL 3 is not just for music production with Ableton Live anymore. It's now compatible with major DAWs like Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, and more, making it a versatile addition to your collection of smart-home devices and technology gadgets.
The Novation Launch Control XL 3's ergonomic design, equipped with a new OLED display, endless encoders, faders, and assignable buttons, transforms it into a game-changer for your music production gadgets and smart-home devices.
