Launchpad Pro MK3 Sequencer.. How did I overlook this?

video upload by Starsky Carr and Novation

"Unlock the true power of the Novation Launchpad Pro MK3 as we dive deep into its sequencer in action — real performance examples, pattern tricks, probability, micro-timing, and creative workflows you can use right now in your studio.

In this video I push the Launchpad Pro MK3 beyond typical clip-launching to show how its onboard sequencer can become the centre of your synth or modular setup. Perfect for electronic musicians, beatmakers and hardware enthusiasts.

Whether you're building evolving patterns, jamming live, or integrating it into a DAWless setup, this walkthrough demonstrates how fast and musical the Launchpad sequencer really is. If you're into hardware sequencing, groovebox workflows, or performance-focused MIDI tools, this one’s for you.

We cover:
• Per-track step lengths for evolving patterns
• Probability per step for generative movement
• Micro-timing & swing for pushing grooves off-grid
• Chord sequencing using Scale Mode & polyphonic steps
• Pattern chaining & Scenes for full arrangements
• Key/Scale locking to avoid wrong notes during performance
• Using the Launchpad as the centre of a DAWless setup"

0:00 Live Electronic Music... DO IT!!
3:20 Sequencer Overview
5:30 Track Settings
6:19 Custom Modes
7:32 Pattern Settings
9:40 Intro Demo Explained
13:38 Micro Steps
16:35 Demo Track #2
19:14 Set-Up Explained
22:51 MIDI Set-ups
24:08 Final Thoughts

Novation Peak Synthesizer Chill Mode Sound Design To Video

video upload by James Dyson

"Novation Peak Synthesizer Chill Mode Sound Design To Video"

Chase Bliss: Generation Loss MkII Model Demo

video upload by MKustomAudio

"The ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ 'Generation Loss MkII' pedal simulates the sound of tape while offering a number of different models (EQ profiles based around physical hardware) for wide ranging results. To demonstrate the possibilities, full mixes of short ambient tracks I’ve previously posted were used. After setting the secondary/hidden settings and the DIP switches, a MIDI controller [NOVATION LAUNCHKEY MINI 37 MK4] was used to turn on/off the pedal and adjust the main parameters."

0:05 Model Off
1:03 Model 1
2:06 Model 2
3:07 Model 3
4:02 Model 4
5:08 Model 5
6:09 Model 6
7:08 Model 7
8:12 Model 8
9:11 Model 9
10:17 Model 10
11:21 Model 11
12:25 Model 12"

Final mastered results:

Patching @ 3am - Featuring Humongous Frog

video upload by justin3am

"In this episode we will be talking to musician @HumongousFrog and he'll be performing for us.

Here is a link to Kyle's bandcamp and instagram.
https://hfrog.bandcamp.com/ / herrmania"

"Kyle was playing an Elektron Modal Cycles, Novation Circuit Tracks, Arturia MicroFreak and a Korg KP3."

Groove Is In The Heart/Deee-Lite (Circuit Tracks Version)

video upload by Guinan

"I watched ‪@smallplatesmusic‬ excellent video detailing the story behind the samples used in the very excellent 1990 track 'Groove Is In The Heart' by Deee-Lite and thought it warranted a Circuit Tracks version.

I cleared the decks this afternoon and got to work!

(Check out the highly recommended original video below)

James recreates many of his tracks using Koala software and I've taken some of his edits, sprinkled a few extra ones from the original sources and have shoehorned them into a Circuit Tracks arrangement.

Everything you hear was programmed into and played on a single Circuit Tracks with no additional effects or synths. Hopefully it shows what a great sample player/drum machine it can be! (probably not quite how Novation thought this machine would be used - but it kinda works!)

The only non-original sources are a couple of Linn drum samples to beef up the rhythm, some General MIDI 'scratching' samples and some finger clicking and verbal gymnastics from the man himself, ‪@smallplatesmusic‬

More details for synths nerds
BPM=122
No synths on this mate! Only samples!!
No 'butter' notes either..."

"Groove Is in the Heart": Sample Breakdown, stories, recreating Deee-Lite track in Koala Sampler

video upload by small plates music

"Built on Herbie Hancock’s "Bring Down the Birds" and Vernon Burch’s 'Get Up' but including some very unexpected, sound effects, sitcom snippets, and belly‑dancing records, Groove Is In The Heart has big hidden depths.

I'll dig into the samples and tell you the stories behind each one:

Miles Davis’s 'butter notes,'
How an innocent sounding sample is hiding one of the dirtiest of house divas
A tenuous link with Donald Trump
Is belly dancing Greek? And why do we care?

In the end I will drop the samples into Koala Sampler (on my iPhone) and try to recreate the track. Because yes, we have Deee Lite at home.

Perfect for fans of sample culture, music history, and anyone curious about how one of the most joyful dance tracks ever was crafted.

0:00 - Introduction Overview of 'Groove Is in the Heart'

0:42 - Herbie Hancock 'Bring Down The Birds'
Origins of the melodic bassline and guitar and the Blow-Up soundtrack. Why Miles Davis did (not) tell Herbie to lay off the butter

2:17 - Vernon Burch 'Get Up'.
Burch’s career and gospel recordings, with surprising Stevie Wonder cameo.

3:08 - Combining the Hancock and Burch samples using the Koala sampler.

3:39 - Imagine my surprise when this “Trumpet” is actually supposed to be a woman’s scream?

4:30 - Hateful Head Helen / Sweet Pssy Pauline, HIDDEN FILTH. This is the original sample btw- • Hateful head helen ACAPELLA

5:35 - Sitcom Sample (Green Acres) The “I-I-I-I” vocal clip comes from a 1960s sitcom theme tune. Watch Donald Trump at the 2005 Emmys performing the same theme tune.

7:33 – Belly Dance Record Sample Intro chant “We’re going to dance and have some fun” from Tomee and the Grecian Knights. Discussion of belly dancing trend and what the hell a Bosonk is meant to be.

9:22 – Latin Percussion by Ray Barretto, plus studio-made finger clicks.

9:49 – Rebuilding the Track in Koala- Live attempt.

11:07 – Closing Performance Final recreation of the track showing how the samples are layered together.'

Oxi one | Moog Matriarch | Novation Peak | Elektron Octatrack MK II | Another live session

video upload by Onyx track

"#moog #matriarch #oxiinstruments #synth #dawless #electronicmusic #novationpeak #octatrack #elektron"

Novation Peak Sound Design and FUN

video upload by James Dyson

Novation Supernova Polyphonic Rackmount Synthesizer SN 006954

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Magnetic Heart - Glowing

video upload by Magnetic Heart

"A live electronic music performance by Magnetic Heart.

The MIDI sequences were originally created on the Squarp Hapax and then recorded into Ableton, which is my main performance Sequencer. Here it's being used to sequence the Elektron Analog Four MK2, Elektron Analog Rytm MK2 and Novation Summit.

The synths are recorded back into Ableton where they are being mixed and mastered."

Novation Circuit (OG)

video upload by Kuritar

"Novation Circuit Jam.

Thank you for watching.
I have gotten Circuit Tracks, but I still love to play the OG.
I set the exposure incorrectly, so the screen is dark. Sorry."

Oxi one | Moog Matriarch | Elektron Octatrack | Novation Peak | live set.

video upload by Onyx track

"#moog #matriarch #ambientmusic #oxiinstruments #synth #electronicmusic #dawless #experimentalmusic #modularsynth #moogmusic"

Turning Bass Station into a drum machine with AFX Mode

video upload by Novation

Natlife Sounds Black Friday Sale

"We have started a big sale for all my sounds, from 30% for hardware synths to 80% for software synth presets

https://natlifesounds.com/products/

It is includes: Arturia MicroFreak, D16 Phoscyon 2, Dmitry Sches Thorn, Korg Krome / Krome EX, Korg KingKorg, Korg Minilogue XD, Korg Opsix, Lennar Digital Sylenth1, NI Massive, NI Massive X, Novation Mono Station, Novation Peak / Summit, Propellerhead Europa, Reveal Sound Spire, Roland JP-08, Roland SE-02, Roland System-8, Roland Zen-Core, Spectrasonics Omnisphere 2, Synapse Audio The Legend / Legend HZ, Synapse Audio Dune 3, U-He Diva, U- Hive 2, U-He Repro, Virus TI2, Xfer Serum / Serum 2, SynthMaster One, SynthMaster 2 and others!"


Remember to check with shops on the right for additional Black Friday Sales!

L'ALBA– [Arpeggio | Novation Peak Synthesizer]

video upload by Michele Cataneo Music

"Buy my music here:
https://michelecataneo.bandcamp.com

Composer: Michele Cataneo
Synthesizer: Novation Peak
Year of Composition: 2024"

Novation Peak 11/20/25

video upload by COMMUNITY OF LEARNERS

"Long road home."

Making a track from scratch with Launchkey

video upload by Novation

Chapters:
00:00 - Producing a track from scratch with Launchkey MK4
00:15 - Creating chords for a track with Launchkey
01:51 - Making a bassline for a track with Launchkey
04:42 - Laying down drums on a track with Launchkey
06:30 - Making an Arp pattern with Launchkey
08:15 - Using Fixed Chord Mode on Launchkey
10:05 - Tips when performing or jamming on Launchkey

"In this video, we create a track from scratch, finishing with a fully built-out song, utilising all of Launchkey’s creative features and the stock plugins available in Ableton Live Lite.

Starting with chords to establish the tone of the track, Rob uses Scale Mode and Chord Map to inspire melodic chord progressions. He progresses the track by adding the bass, then introduces the lead melody to work with and enhance the chords. Using performance modifiers, he transforms the chords by separating notes into melodic lines, while drums bring the track all together, with the help of Launchkey’s onboard Sequencer, making programming percussion easy. Rob also uses the Arpeggiator to create a melodic line that sits on top of the track.

Watch to the end of this video, where Rob performs live with Ableton’s clip launching, to arrange the elements in a live setting. He offers tips on performing and jamming live with Launchkey and Ableton, including using the encoders to adjust plugin parameters in real time and creating sweeping transitions that energise the arrangement.

Read the breakdown of Rob's process here."

Novation BassStation: Everybody Needs A 303 (and then some)

video upload by BucketBrigade

"Today, we’re featuring the BassStation - the original, you might say! This was the first synthesiser from a company called Novation - they’ve been rather busy since.

We’ll talk about the story of its development, the market at the time of its release, and comprehensively cover the features of the BassStation from the oscillators, filters, envelopes and utilities. Hopefully by the end of this video you’ll know far more about this synthesiser than you ever wanted to. Thanks for watching :)

My thanks to Keith Littler and Steve Davies for their help in production, as well as Mark for loaning me his synthesiser.

Here is a link to the Novation Bass Station 1 manual. There are separate manuals for both the Bass Station Rack and Super Bass Station: https://www.polynominal.com/novation-...

All music in this video was composed by bucketbrigade Music, 2019-2025, except for the demonstration track of Try Again by Aaliyah recorded by bucketbrigade Music and Beautiful Day by Keith Littler. With the exception of those tracks, they will be available for download in due course.

BucketBrigade Ident sound effects from the BBC Sound Effects Library.

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
02:08 The History
06:35 Demo Track 1 - BassStation Only
09:02 Overview of the unit
10:20 Pre-flight checks, Key’B Util Mode, MIDI
16:08 Tuning
17:11 Patch Memory
19:31 Oscillator 1
20:16 Osc 1 & 2 Modulation
21:57 Oscillator 2
23:52 Filter
27:20 Demo Track 2 - 'Try Again'
28:40 Envelope
34:44 Demo Track 3 - Bass Station Post-rock jam
38:18 Final thoughts
43:23 Credits"

tangerine dream - 3 rotcaf neila (chandra)

video upload by graal7

variation of rotcaf neila by graal 7
moog one
minimoog d
summit novation
matrixbrute
xf 8
space eventide

Are 2 Peaks Really Better Than 1? Summit First Contact

video upload by The Midlife Synthesist

"My first attempt at exploring the Summit! Thanks ‪@NovationTV‬ for sending it over!"

Also see Was This The Ultimate Synth? Novation Peak 8 Years Later

Ambient Landscapes for Novation Circuit Tracks is here.

video upload by Isotonik Studios

"A Force Truly Evil delivers immersive textures and organic field recordings for deep ambient storytelling.

This isn't just a sound pack – it's a complete sonic environment for your Circuit Tracks.

128 evolving synth patches, 24 curated field recordings, 64 percussion samples, and 16 complete sessions ready to inspire.

From dark industrial spaces to serene natural landscapes.

Explore it now: https://isotonikstudios.com/product/ambient-landscapes-by-a-force-truly-evil/#AmbientMusic"