Applies to:
- Launchkey Mk4
- FLkey 2
Launchkey Mk4 and FLkey 2 are current MIDI controllers available from Novation. They are based on the same hardware platform with a range of shared features; however target different use cases.
FLkey 2 is the choice we’d recommend for producers working predominantly in FL Studio because it offers the best integration and fastest workflow with this DAW, being the only dedicated FL Studio controllers in the market.
If you’re someone who makes regular use of different DAWs for different workflows, Launchkey is the better option as it offers an all round experience.
The tables below compare the feature sets of Launchkey Mk4 and FLkey 2.
Controller Features
| Feature | Launchkey Mk4 | FLkey 2 |
| Keys |
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| Pads | 16 velocity-sensitive patented FSR pads with Aftertouch (Channel/Polyphonic) on all models | 16 velocity-sensitive patented FSR pads with Aftertouch (Channel/Polyphonic) on all models |
| Encoders | 8 endless encoders (2 banks) | 8 endless encoders (2 banks) |
| Faders | 9 faders and buttons (49 and 61 only) | 9 faders and buttons (49 and 61 only) |
| Screen | OLED | OLED |
| Keyboard features |
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| Custom Modes |
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| IO |
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| DAW Script Integration |
Ableton Logic Pro Cubase FL Studio Reason Bitwig |
FL Studio |
| HUI | Yes | Yes |
FL Studio Control
| FL Studio Control | Launchkey Mk4 | FLkey 2 |
| Plugin Control | Yes - Plugin encoder mode | Yes - Plugin encoder mode and Plugin fader mode |
| Mixer Volume Control | Yes - Mixer encoder mode, page 1 and Volume fader mode | Yes - Mixer encoder mode, page 1 and Mixer Volume fader mode |
| Mixer Pan Control | Yes - Mixer encoder mode, page 2 | Yes - Mixer encoder mode, page 2 |
| Channel Rack Volume Control | Yes - Mixer encoder mode, page 3 | Yes - Channel Mixer encoder mode, page 1 and Channel Mixer fader mode |
| Channel Rack Pan Control | Yes - Mixer encoder mode, page 4 | Yes - Channel Mixer encoder mode, page 2 |
| Mixer Inserts | No | Yes - Mixer Inserts encoder mode, pages 1 and 2 |
| Mixer Inserts EQ Control | Yes - Mixer encoder mode, page 5 | Yes - Mixer Inserts encoder mode, page 3 |
| Transport Control | Yes - Transport encoder mode | Yes - Transport encoder mode |
| Pattern Control | No | Yes - Pattern pad mode |
| Channel Rack Control | Yes - DAW pad mode | Yes - Channel Rack pad mode |
| Sequencer Control | No | Yes - Sequencer pad mode |
| Sequencer Graph Editor Control | No | Yes - Sequencer pad mode |
| Plugin Insertion | No | Yes - Channel Rack pad mode |
For more information about what these controllers offer, please take a look at the user guides linked below.
Launchkey Mk4 Online User Guides
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