Novation Launchkey 61 Mk4 vs Novation SL MkIII 61
| Novation Launchkey 61 Mk4 | Novation SL MkIII 61 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | semi-weighted (waterfall-style / piano-style) | 61 note velocity sensitive, individually sprung, synth style, semi-weighted keyboard |
| Aftertouch | только пэды (полифонический); про клавиатуру не заявлено | — |
| Sounds / presets | 15 | 4 |
| Sequencer | — | 64 Sessions / 8 Tracks per session / 8 Patterns per track … 128 steps per track |
| Bluetooth | No | — |
| USB audio | No | — |
| Pads / faders | 16 (velocity-sensitive, полифонический aftertouch) | 16 full-colour RGB backlit velocity sensitive drum pads; 8 continuous rotary knobs; 8 sliders |
| Weight | 4.78 kg | — |
| Released | 2024 | — |
| Status | current | current |
| Keys | 61 | 61 |
| Knobs | 8 encoders | — |
| Faders | 9 | — |
| Category | midi-controller | — |
| Dimensions | W 895 × D 263.5 × H 93 мм | — |
| Power | USB bus powered | — |
| Connectors | USB-C socket | — |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Novation Launchkey 61 Mk4 if budget is the priority — it is about $440.99 cheaper (approx.).
- Choose the Novation Launchkey 61 Mk4 if you want more variety of built-in voices (15 vs 4).
Full spec sheets: Novation Launchkey 61 Mk4 · Novation SL MkIII 61. Rows with a highlighted background differ.