Product Detail
The Nektar Impact LX25+ is a compact and portable 25-key USB MIDI keyboard controller that offers amazing performance control. It automatically connects to your DAW, which many premium products can't do. The Nektar DAW Integration, custom - designed for major DAWs like Bitwig, Cubase, and others, takes this controller far beyond the normal functionality of a USB MIDI keyboard. You can focus on your music creation as the hard work is already done. The 25 - note velocity - sensitive keyboard has synth action with medium tension and full - size, piano - style keys protected from dirt. It has 4 velocity curves and 3 fixed levels for different playing styles. Octave and transpose buttons, along with pitch bend and modulation wheels, are easily accessible. The 4 Octave & Transpose buttons have hidden functions. You can select 4 functions on the fly, and a key combination makes assignment easy. In the control center, a 30mm fader and 8 pots are fully programmable to send MIDI CC messages. When used with Nektar DAW integration, they provide flexible pre - mapped DAW control. Control settings can be stored in 5 presets, and parameter values are saved when switching presets. The 8 velocity - sensitive pads have LED illumination with 4 color options. It also has note - learn, assignable notes and MIDI cc messages. With a 1/4” TS jack foot switch input, USB port, and the ability to connect to iPad via Apple Camera Connection Kit (not supplied), it's very versatile. It has low system requirements, and Nektar DAW Integration works on Mac OS X 10.7+ and Windows Vista and higher.
Using the Nektar Impact LX25+ is easy. First, connect it to your device via the USB port on the rear panel. If you're using an iPad, you'll need an Apple Camera Connection Kit (not included). Once connected, it should automatically hook up to your DAW thanks to the Nektar DAW Integration. When playing the keyboard, you can choose from 4 velocity curves or 3 fixed levels according to your playing style. The octave and transpose buttons let you quickly change the pitch of the notes. You can also use the pitch bend and modulation wheels for extra articulation. For the control center, the 30mm fader and 8 pots can be programmed to control different MIDI parameters. You can save these settings in one of the 5 presets. When you want to switch presets, remember that the parameter values will be stored if you have Null switched on, so you won't have sudden parameter changes. The 8 pads are velocity - sensitive and have LED illumination. You can assign different notes and MIDI cc messages to them. You can also load or save pad maps. A foot switch can be connected to the 1/4” TS jack for additional MIDI control. As for maintenance, keep the keyboard clean. Wipe it gently with a soft, dry cloth to protect the keys from dirt and dust. Make sure to use it within the recommended system requirements to avoid any compatibility issues. If you encounter any problems, check the connection first and make sure your DAW and device are up - to - date.
