Novation Launchpad X firmware

Novation active Released 2019
controller

Latest firmware: 2.0.1

2.0.1

Last checked 12 Sep 2026

Download 2.0.1 from Novationopens in a new tab — components.novationmusic.com

How to update the Novation Launchpad X

Update via Novation Components (web or standalone app at components.novationmusic.com). Connect Launchpad X via USB; Components will detect the device and prompt for a firmware update if one is available. Alternatively, hold the Capture MIDI button while connecting USB to enter firmware update mode.

What you need

Novation Components — the software Novation uses to load firmware onto the Novation Launchpad X. Download links below.

Just for reference. For complete and up-to-date instructions, always refer to the manufacturer's official firmware page.

Drivers & software for the Novation Launchpad X

The Novation Launchpad X is updated with Novation Components, published by Novation.

Download Novation Components from Novationopens in a new tab — components.novationmusic.com

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Novation Launchpad X firmware update history

Changelogs summarised from the manufacturer's release notes.

Version 2.0.1

Release notesopens in a new tab — components.novationmusic.com

Version 2.0 — 29 Jun 2022

- New Custom Mode keystroke widget: assign essential DAW shortcuts via Novation Components - Launchpad X gains 4 additional Custom Mode slots (8 total) - Enhanced workflow integration with Novation Components - Faster, more intuitive DAW control via Custom Modes
Release notesopens in a new tab — novationmusic.com

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Novation Launchpad X manual & official pages

Novation Launchpad X firmware FAQ

What is the latest firmware for the Novation Launchpad X?

The latest firmware for the Novation Launchpad X is version 2.0.1. FW//RADAR last checked Novation's official page on 12 Sep 2026.

How do I update the Novation Launchpad X?

Update via Novation Components (web or standalone app at components.novationmusic.com). Connect Launchpad X via USB; Components will detect the device and prompt for a firmware update if one is available. Full instructions on Novation's official firmware page.

What software do I need to update the Novation Launchpad X?

You need Novation Components, available from Novation's support site.

Where can I download Novation Launchpad X firmware and drivers?

Directly from Novation's official firmware page — FW//RADAR links to the source and never hosts firmware files. Official firmware page →

Where can I find the Novation Launchpad X manual?

The official Novation user manual is a PDF hosted on fael-downloads-prod.focusrite.com. Novation Launchpad X user manual (PDF) →

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