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Nektar Impact LX49+ 49-key Keyboard Controller

49-key USB-MIDI Keyboard Controller with Pre-mapped DAW Configurations for Bitwig Studio, Cubase, Digital Performer, Garageband, Logic Pro, Nuendo, Reason, SONAR, Studio One, FL Studio, and Reaper
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Show Your DAW Who's Boss

Take control of your DAW with the Nektar Impact LX49+ USB MIDI controller. Based on their award-winning Panorama, Nektar's Impact LX49+ uses intelligent mapping to give you hands-on control over your session immediately. Switch between Mixer, Instrument, and Preset modes for a fast workflow. The labeled faders and encoders show default instrument parameter assignments, helping you keep your eyes off your computer screen. The Impact LX49+'s 49 synth-action keys give you a smooth, precise feel, as do its pitch and mod wheels. In fact, all controls on the LX49+ - including the knobs, faders, and performance pads - feel great.

Nektar Impact LX49+ 49-key USB MIDI Controller at a Glance:
  • The keyboard controller done right
  • Ample control capabilities
  • Includes Bitwig 8-Track DAW software
The keyboard controller done right

The Impact LX49+'s 49-note velocity-sensitive keyboard sports a silky synth action with medium tension. This makes it perfect for playing just about any type of part. To suit your playing style, you get four velocity curves that gradually increase in dynamics. For certain types of synth parts requiring consistent output, there are three fixed velocities. Pitch bend and modulation wheels are properly placed to your left, with the octave and transpose buttons above them.

Ample control capabilities

Nektar hit it big with their Panorama range. Now they've done it again - at a more affordable price. The streamlined Impact series of controllers offers intelligent mapping and tight integration with most popular DAWs, preset mixer and plug-in modes, transport and navigation controls, MIDI programming capabilities, and five user presets.

Includes Bitwig 8-Track DAW software

From sketching and arranging musical ideas to final mixdown and even live performance, Bitwig DAW software gives you a powerful toolset and fast workflow. The Nektar Impact LX25+ comes with Bitwig 8-Track DAW software, which features the entire collection of Bitwig Studio devices for use on up to eight project tracks with audio or MIDI. Take it from Sweetwater - when you're looking for a streamlined, distraction-free work platform, Bitwig is hard to beat.

Nektar Impact LX49+ 49-key USB MIDI Controller Features:
  • 49-key USB MIDI controller with intelligent mapping for major DAWs
  • Comes pre-mapped and configured so you don't have to spend hours assigning MIDI controls
  • DAW integration with Bitwig Studio, Cubase, Digital Performer, Garageband, Logic Pro, Nuendo, Reason, SONAR, Studio One, FL Studio, and Reaper (includes Bitwig 8-Track)
  • 8 performance pads (assignable Green/Orange/Yellow/Red) can easily be assigned to MIDI notes or messages
  • 9 control faders and 8 control pots give you lots of hands-on control
  • Faders and encoders show default parameter assignments for easier visual navigation
  • Full transport controls
The Nektar Impact LX49+ is an excellent controller and a great value!

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Keyboard Controller
  • Number of Keys: 49
  • Type of Keys: Synth Action
  • Velocity Sensitive: Yes
  • Pads: 8 LED Backlit
  • Other Controllers: Pitchbend, Mod Wheel
  • Encoders/Pots: 8
  • Faders: 8 plus volume
  • Dedicated Transport Control: Yes, full integration for major DAWs
  • Pedal Inputs: 1 x 1/4" (assignable)
  • MIDI I/O: USB
  • USB: 1 x Type B
  • Computer Connectivity: USB
  • Software: Bitwig 8-Track (VST plug-in compatible)
  • OS Requirements - Mac: OS X 10.7 or later, iOS (Apple Camera Connection kit required for iPad)
  • OS Requirements - PC: Windows 7 or later
  • Height: 3.00"
  • Width: 31.60"
  • Depth: 10.50"
  • Weight: 7.0 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: LX49+

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Customer Reviews

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Rated 5/5

My First MIDI Keyboard - Nektar Impact LX49+ Demo unit

I'm a bassist, but have started to record using MIDI drums (AD2) and mellotron strings on my iPad. I bought this Nektar 49+ keyboard to trigger MIDI sounds, but the DAW integration is a plus! I use Digital Performer on a Mac, and the Nektar products support both. I did the initial DAW setup last night and everything seems to work correctly.

FYI: After doing the Mixer setup, I closed DP and reopened the session just to be sure the settings stayed, and they did.
HOWEVER, when I did the Instrument setup, I noticed that the Patch select buttons wouldn't work, and I couldn't get the Default LED to light up, and the control knobs wouldn't work.
I remembered that I saw a video on YT, where the person doing the setup explained that closing and reopening your DAW was necessary. So after I closed DP and reopened a second time, the Default light came on and the knobs all work.

I still have the connection to the iPad to test, but overall I'm very happy with the keyboard feel, and DAW integration. The keys feel good to me, the sliders and knobs are solid, and the pads have great sensitivity.
I have to say this was a great deal for me!

RayK
Rated 5/5

Great DAW integration!

I use this midi controller with Studio one, Ableton Live and Cakewalk and it works great. It comes with drivers you download from the nektar site after you register it to tie it into your DAW. It has drives for other DAWs too.
Music background: Musician, Guitarist, Singer, Songwriter
Rated 5/5

Great controller for the price

Been using this midi controller for a few months now and have absolutely zero complaints. Integrates just fine with Ableton, and works like a charm in general. I'd definitely recommended the Impact LX49+ to anyone who is looking to get into music production.
Rated 5/5

Great MIDI controller for a newbie like me

I decided to go with Nektar because of its seamless integration with Bitwig DAW and the fact that mapping has already been done for me. Coming from the world of electric bass guitar, this is a paradigm shift for me, so I appreciate every "built-in" piece of assistance I can utilize. The only thing to do now is to spend countless hours at the keyboard. It's going well so far. Online tutorial videos are very helpful.
Rated 5/5

Love this Keyboard

As always Sweetwater delivers. Love this keyboard. Thanks Brian!
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