Novation Launches Portable Launch Control 3 MIDI Controller

Novation Shakes Up MIDI Market With Launch Control 3

Breaking now: Novation just unveiled its Launch Control 3, a portable MIDI controller designed for producers on the move. The device hits retailers globally on March 15 at $149.

Key Features

• 16 velocity-sensitive pads with RGB feedback
• USB-C powered with 8-hour battery life
• DAW integration for Ableton, FL Studio, Logic Pro
• Weighs just 1.2 lbs (550g)

Why This Matters

"This changes the game for mobile producers," says Ableton product lead Mark Chen. "That battery life means true all-day sessions."

The Launch Control 3 follows Novation's successful Circuit series, but with direct DAW control that previous models lacked. Early testers praise its:

• Studio-to-stage workflow
• Custom mapping options
• Plug-and-play compatibility

Availability

Pre-orders open today through Novation's website. First shipments go out to:

• US retailers (March 15)
• EU markets (March 17)
• Asian distributors (March 20)

Industry analysts predict this will compete directly with Akai's MPK Mini and Arturia's KeyStep controllers. But at $50 less than comparable models, Novation may undercut the competition.