The Novation Launchpad S is a music controller that lets the programmers use the multi-colored LED states to design creative tools in Max MSP and Reaktor. Using Automap, Launchpad can function as a standard MIDI controller, letting you create custom MIDI maps with 72 buttons transmitting CC or MIDI note data. It is lightweight and portable. This music controller works with Ableton Live software. It is bus-powered, requiring a single USB connection. The Novation Launchpad S is compatible with PC, Linux PC, iPad and Mac systems. In addition, it comes with 1 GB of premium Loopmasters samples.