# Launch Buttons - Live Control

> Control Ableton + Launchpad95

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id942090167](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id942090167)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id942090167`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** XAN Software GmbH & Co. KG
- **Category:** Music
- **Rating:** 2.20 / 5 (41 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.0174
- **Last updated:** 2017-09-14
- **First published:** 2015-01-08
- **Size:** 26 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-21
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/launch-buttons-live-control/id942090167)
- **Website:** [http://bassapps.de/launch.php](http://bassapps.de/launch.php)

## Description

THIS APP DOES NOT PLAY AUDIO BECAUSE IT'S A MIDI CONTROLLER FOR ABLETON LIVE

Launch Buttons is a MIDI controller that lets you perform your tracks wherever you go. You don't need to carry your expensive gear; your phone/tablet is just about enough. Works with virtually any DAW after a very simple set up. Ableton + Launchpad 95 script is recommended.

This free version gives you access to all 64 buttons on the 8x8 grid, 8 scene launch buttons, 8 buttons to navigate and 7 buttons for transport controls. The Launchpad95 script gives you a step sequencer, scale mode, and many more functions.

The Apple Watch extension lets you access about one fifth of the Buttons. This means that you can use the app to control a 3x3 clip launchers, 3 scene launchers, and 4 arrow keys to navigate through your clips. It also can display some of the buttons used for step sequencing, good enough for a little stunt in a live set I'd say.

It includes the the "old" colors (red-orange-yellow-green) - if you want to upgrade, Launch Buttons Plus provides you with
- full color support (RGB)
- 16 more functions buttons (in addition to the 16 you already have)
- 16 freely assignable knobs

Have fun :)

## Rankings

- #250,076 — Overall

## Review summary

Many reviews cite the app as visually appealing with a cool live-control concept, but widespread issues undermine its value. The most common problems are that the app often doesn’t work or connect, MIDI/Ableton signals aren’t reliably recognized, and there is no audible feedback. A recurring complaint is the free version being too limited and pushing users toward a paid Pro upgrade. Despite the bugs, users acknowledge the design and potential, and some appreciate the developer’s responsiveness. Overall, stability and one-click usability need significant improvement.

### Pros

- Visually appealing UI/design and a cool concept for live music control.
- Positive potential and usefulness for live performance or music production.
- Developer engagement and responsiveness noted by users.

### Cons

- App often doesn't work or connect; pads are unresponsive and audio is missing.
- MIDI/Ableton integration not reliably recognized or functioning; setup attempts fail.
- Free version is limited or forces upgrade to Pro; gating reduces usability.
- Setup is cumbersome and may require extra files/hardware (e.g., mapping file, USB adapters).

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