Nocturn 49 is a MIDI keyboard controller from Novation that offers expressive performance and control over your music software. It features 49 semi-weighted keys, eight rotary encoders, eight drum pads, and a touch-sensitive speed dial. To use Nocturn 49 with your Windows PC, you need to download and install the latest driver and software from Novation.

In this article, we will show you how to download and install Nocturn 49 driver for Windows in a few simple steps. We will also provide some tips on how to troubleshoot common issues that may arise during the installation process.

The first step is to download the Nocturn 49 driver for Windows from the official Novation website. You can find the download link at [^1^]. Make sure you select the correct version of Windows for your system (32-bit or 64-bit).

The file name should be something like “Novation-Nocturn-49-Driver-4.12.exe”. Save it to a location where you can easily find it later, such as your desktop or downloads folder.

Once you have downloaded the Nocturn 49 driver for Windows, you need to run the installer to install it on your PC. To do this, double-click on the file you downloaded in the previous step. You may see a security warning asking you if you want to run this file. Click “Yes” or “Run” to continue.

The installer will launch and guide you through the installation process. Follow the on-screen instructions and accept the license agreement. You may need to restart your PC after the installation is complete.

After you have installed the Nocturn 49 driver for Windows, you can connect your Nocturn 49 keyboard controller to your PC using a USB cable. Make sure you plug it into a USB port that is directly connected to your PC, not a hub or an extension cable.

Your PC should recognize your Nocturn 49 and install it as a MIDI device. You should see a notification in the bottom right corner of your screen saying that your device is ready to use.

To get the most out of your Nocturn 49 keyboard controller, you need to download and install Automap software from Novation. Automap is a software that allows you to easily map and control your music software with your Nocturn 49. It also lets you customize your settings and preferences for your Nocturn 49.

You can download Automap software from [^1^] as well. Make sure you select the correct version of Windows for your system (32-bit or 64-bit). The file name should be something like “Novation-Automap-4.12.exe”. Save it to a location where you can easily find it later, such as your desktop or downloads folder.

Once you have downloaded Automap software, run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions. You may need to restart your PC after the installation is complete.

After you have installed Automap software, launch it from your start menu or desktop shortcut. You should see a window with a list of your connected devices and software. Select your Nocturn 49 from the list and click on “Edit” to open the settings window.

Here you can adjust various parameters for your Nocturn 49, such as sensitivity, velocity curve, MIDI channel, etc. You can also assign different functions and controls to your rotary encoders, drum pads, and speed dial. For more information on how to use Automap software, refer to the user guide at [^1^].

If you encounter any problems while downloading or installing Nocturn 49