What equipment to accompany Launchpad Pro? Keyboard and Kno

[Hermanator]

I am new to producing, and I like Abletons workflow better than the others I have tried (save for Bitwig, since it is similar).

I just have a Launchpad pro, and I would like to expand my controls to reduce the use of the mouse Nd computer keyboard. Naturally, the next item that has grabbed my interest is a decent Keyboard (Novation SL MKII 25 or 49 key most likely).

I have a 4' wide table to work on, so the Launchpad with a 49 key, or launchpad with launch control XL and 25 key would be the best use of space.

I dont have a background in piano, but I am slowly learning to play simple tunes on my cheap Yamaha keyboard (61 key, has midi usb out but no real control beyond keys)

Thank you!

[jestermgee]

If Live seems like it is a fit for you i'd probably suggest looking into the Push (even Push MK1).

That will offer you a keyboard surface, controls, finger drummer + sequencer, scales, tight Live integration.

Perfect tool for a beginner because it's very intuitive to wrap your head around out of the box.

[yur2die4]

I love my Novation remote sl mkii.

It has knobs, endless or not, and faders. They definitely come in handy.

[Hermanator]

If Live seems like it is a fit for you i'd probably suggest looking into the Push (even Push MK1).

That will offer you a keyboard surface, controls, finger drummer + sequencer, scales, tight Live integration.

Perfect tool for a beginner because it's very intuitive to wrap your head around out of the box.

I like the Push a lot, and it does help learn. I like how well labeled and fairly bug free it is.. but the cost for onlyy being able to integrate into one piece of SW is a discouragement.

I have my LP Pro performing a lot of similar functions, such as the drum sequencer and key lock, with some MIDI Remote scripts I downloaded.

I hear that the Push still is no replacement for a keyboard.. so I wanted to pickup a keyboard first and stick with my LP for the time being

[Hermanator]

I love my Novation remote sl mkii.

It has knobs, endless or not, and faders. They definitely come in handy.

Thanks for the feedback! It looks well worth the current cost.

[yur2die4]

Keep in mind that the xy and drum pads are kinda useless. Everything else is wonderful. It'd make a great match with the LP.

Are you using the LP95 script?

[sana48]

I was really hoping for some new midi keyboards to be released at NAMM but blah..

I'd get a cheap midi keyboard for the keys and wait to see what's around the corner.

[Hermanator]

Keep in mind that the xy and drum pads are kinda useless. Everything else is wonderful. It'd make a great match with the LP.

Are you using the LP95 script?

Yes, although I am still fumbling through it a little. someone developed a nice one similar to it for Bitwig Studio also, which required less fumbling.