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Launchpad vs Midi Fighter (Traktor)
Posted on: 06.09.2011 by Bertha Fathy
I'm looking at grabbing one of the two for use with Traktor. Can anyone give me some thoughts on the pros and cons of each so I can make a decision? I know they both excellent at what they do, but I just want to grab one that will offer me the most diverse assortment of possibilities (and least headaches!). Thanks!
Meg Reinoehl
08.09.2011
Originally Posted by Onimode
This is actually not true. All of the buttons still send MIDI notes or CC messages when not in Automap mode.
Oh cool! I'm still a pretty new Launchpad user. The manual said that you need to run Automap in the background, so I always thought it was necessary. Never tried it without it.
Chasidy Heckenbach
07.09.2011
Originally Posted by nicoga3000
I'd love a general FX controller and cue point juggler, along with a performance tool. It sounds like I could possibly get more use out of a Launchpad after reading about the possibilities it has. The one thing I'll have to find is a really good FX template for 2-deck mixing. I'll hunt a bit.
the button action of the MF'ers is probably the best for rapid (rabid?) cue point button mashing, tho can't say i do any of that anyway...

i like the feel of the pads on the lp and with 80 buttons in total (i believe) you have a whole heap of possibilities - even before u consider multi page mappings.

personally i love using different colors on diff pads on the lp to outline the layout - something u dont have on the MF ofc.

very different animals - suited for very different purposes imho.
Kayce Mesia
06.09.2011
Originally Posted by ranzerox
guys theres also a price range difference. no one has brought it up. the launchpad is only 123$ where was the MF is expensive. but i went with the apc20 instead of the launchpad
I was purposely not taking OP's wallet into account because he didn't mention his wallet size. :P

But, yes! There is a big price difference. $200 for a MFC, and $350 for a MFP. This was the deciding factor in me getting a Launchpad over the MFC when I was buying.
Kayce Mesia
06.09.2011
Originally Posted by No Left Turn
Launchpad

Cons - has to run Automap in the background for non-Ableton software, buttons feel weird
This is actually not true. All of the buttons still send MIDI notes or CC messages when not in Automap mode.
Bertha Fathy
06.09.2011		I'm looking at grabbing one of the two for use with Traktor. Can anyone give me some thoughts on the pros and cons of each so I can make a decision? I know they both excellent at what they do, but I just want to grab one that will offer me the most diverse assortment of possibilities (and least headaches!). Thanks!
Somer Vanstraten
30.07.2012		I used arcade buttons with my Vci arcade, and they are great, I was in your situation, mf or launchpad? I pick up a launchpad, because 64 buttons are a lot more buttons, and for effects I didn't need rapid fire like extreme cue jugglin
Anyway at the end I sell the launchpad for an x1
In midi mode I have the gratification mapping, plus knobs and native mode.
So, if you are willing to use effects, and have 2 or 4 mf always ready go for the launchpad. ( is also cheaper, but it looks like a disco light with all that colors)
Geoffrey Steinbach
31.07.2012		Go for the launchpad, cheap and extremely versatile. Got one myself and its a essential piece of gear in my production as well as "Djing"
Meg Reinoehl
08.09.2011
Originally Posted by Onimode
This is actually not true. All of the buttons still send MIDI notes or CC messages when not in Automap mode.
Oh cool! I'm still a pretty new Launchpad user. The manual said that you need to run Automap in the background, so I always thought it was necessary. Never tried it without it.
Chasidy Heckenbach
07.09.2011
Originally Posted by nicoga3000
I'd love a general FX controller and cue point juggler, along with a performance tool. It sounds like I could possibly get more use out of a Launchpad after reading about the possibilities it has. The one thing I'll have to find is a really good FX template for 2-deck mixing. I'll hunt a bit.
the button action of the MF'ers is probably the best for rapid (rabid?) cue point button mashing, tho can't say i do any of that anyway...

i like the feel of the pads on the lp and with 80 buttons in total (i believe) you have a whole heap of possibilities - even before u consider multi page mappings.

personally i love using different colors on diff pads on the lp to outline the layout - something u dont have on the MF ofc.

very different animals - suited for very different purposes imho.
Bertha Fathy
06.09.2011		Yeah, I don't really care about the price - I wouldn't get a pro I don't believe, simply because I don't know if the additional faders would get used to the extent that they charge. I look at the price as a "is it worth it to me" sort of thing.

The nice thing about the Launchpad would obviously be the more robust options due to the number of buttons. Also, the lite version of Ableton would be fun to screw with before buying the full version.

The MF's plug and play is really awesome. Also, the general feel of the controller would be pretty excellent.

I'd love a general FX controller and cue point juggler, along with a performance tool. It sounds like I could possibly get more use out of a Launchpad after reading about the possibilities it has. The one thing I'll have to find is a really good FX template for 2-deck mixing. I'll hunt a bit.
Kayce Mesia
06.09.2011
Originally Posted by ranzerox
guys theres also a price range difference. no one has brought it up. the launchpad is only 123$ where was the MF is expensive. but i went with the apc20 instead of the launchpad
I was purposely not taking OP's wallet into account because he didn't mention his wallet size. :P

But, yes! There is a big price difference. $200 for a MFC, and $350 for a MFP. This was the deciding factor in me getting a Launchpad over the MFC when I was buying.
Aleta Hartzler
06.09.2011		guys theres also a price range difference. no one has brought it up. the launchpad is only 123$ where was the MF is expensive. but i went with the apc20 instead of the launchpad
Kayce Mesia
06.09.2011
Originally Posted by No Left Turn
Launchpad

Cons - has to run Automap in the background for non-Ableton software, buttons feel weird
This is actually not true. All of the buttons still send MIDI notes or CC messages when not in Automap mode.
Delmar Hungler
06.09.2011		Id say it really depends on what your going to use them for. If you want an addon for a controller you already own id go for the midi fighter, but for more control overall id go for the launchpad.

Id also recommend checking out some mappings for each to get a good idea of how your going to use them .
Meg Reinoehl
07.09.2011		MIDI Fighter

Pros - arcade buttons, robust design, compact size, instant support for DJTT mappings, hardware expansion, class compliant drivers = plug and play

Cons - limited to 16 buttons w/o hardware mod



Launchpad

Pros - 64 buttons, MIDI note/cc configurability via Automap software, soft faders and xy pads via Midikatapult ($20 add-on)

Cons - has to run Automap in the background for non-Ableton software, buttons feel weird

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