Starsky Carr Unleashes the Launchpad Pro MK3: Sequencing Like a Roo on the Loose

Starsky Carr kicks off by smashing the myth that the Novation Launchpad Pro MK3 is just a glorified button grid for launching clips. Instead, he frames it as a sequencing powerhouse that’s ready to take centre stage in any hardware setup. Forget about just triggering Ableton scenes – this thing’s got sequencing chops that’ll make your DAWless dreams come true.

He gives a quick tour of the Launchpad’s sequencing features, showing how it’s built to handle far more than basic patterns. With multiple projects, tracks, and scenes, you’re not just stuck in a loop – you’re building arrangements on the fly. If you thought the Launchpad was just for finger-drumming YouTube stars, think again. This is a proper performance tool, mate, and Starsky’s about to prove it.

Now we’re in the thick of it – Starsky dives into the Launchpad’s creative tricks, like micro-timing and step probability, that let you break free from robotic, grid-locked beats. He shows how you can nudge steps off the grid for grooves that swing harder than a backyard hammock in a cyclone. Probability per step means every pattern can evolve and surprise you, keeping the dancefloor guessing.

This isn’t just about random chaos, though. With careful tweaks, you can dial in just the right amount of unpredictability, making your patterns feel alive without turning your set into a total BBQ disaster. If you want your sequences to sound like they’ve had a few too many at the pub – in the best possible way – these features are where the magic happens. For the full effect, you’ll want to see Starsky’s hands-on examples in the video.

Starsky doesn’t just talk the talk – he walks the walk with live performance demos that show the Launchpad Pro MK3 running the show in different setups. Whether it’s the heart of a DAWless rig or the brains behind a modular synth jam, this box proves it can handle the chaos of real-world gigging. He demonstrates pattern chaining and scene launching, building up arrangements that shift and morph on the fly.

The real kicker? You’re not locked into one way of working. The Launchpad adapts to your studio or stage needs, letting you swap between controlling synths, drums, or even external gear. Starsky’s clear, practical approach makes it all look easy – but trust me, you’ll want to watch the video to catch all the slick performance moves and see just how quickly things can go from zero to dancefloor meltdown.

Digging deeper, Starsky highlights features that’ll make any live musician grin – chord sequencing and scale locking. With Scale Mode, you can bash away at the pads and never hit a bum note, even if you’re more sausage-fingered than a BBQ chef after a few stubbies. Polyphonic steps mean you can lay down full chords, not just single notes, turning the Launchpad into a proper songwriting tool.

He also shows how key and scale locking keep your jams tight, no matter how wild things get on stage. These features are gold for anyone who’s ever had a live set derailed by a rogue note. If you want to see how this all comes together in a real performance, Starsky’s video is where the magic – and the occasional musical wipeout – happens.