Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 vs Novation Launchkey 25 MK4
| Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 | Novation Launchkey 25 MK4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | 49 & 61-note velocity-sensitive keyboard with hybrid synth-piano feel | 25 synth-style keys |
| Aftertouch | — | Keyboard aftertouch unspecified; pads have polyphonic aftertouch (16 RGB backlit velocity-sensitive pads) |
| Sounds / presets | 2000 | — |
| Sequencer | — | Generative arpeggiator with step editor |
| Bluetooth | No | — |
| USB audio | No | — |
| Pads / faders | 8 touch & pressure-sensitive pads; 9 x 30mm faders | 16 RGB backlit velocity sensitive pads with polyphonic aftertouch; 8 endless rotary encoders |
| Weight | 2.76 kg | 1.8 kg |
| Released | 2019 | — |
| Status | current | current |
| Keys | 61 | 25 |
| Display | 2.5" LCD | — |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Novation Launchkey 25 MK4 if budget is the priority — it is about $159.01 cheaper (approx.).
- Choose the Novation Launchkey 25 MK4 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (2.76 kg vs 1.8 kg).
Full spec sheets: Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 · Novation Launchkey 25 MK4. Rows with a highlighted background differ.