Nektar Impact LX25+ 25 Key USB MIDI Controller
RRP $269.99
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RRP $269.99
11% OFF
NEKT_LX25
NEKT_LX25
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The Nektar Impact LX25+ MIDI controller is compact and portable, yet jam-packed with intelligent and expressive performance controls not available on many of the more expensive rivals.
Ever wanted a controller that hooks up automatically to your DAW? Impact LX25+ does exactly that.
Nektar DAW Integration custom designed for Bitwig, Cubase, Digital Performer, FL Studio, GarageBand, Logic, Nuendo, Reaper, Reason, Sonar and Studio One takes the Impact LX25+ way beyond the functionality offered by any other USB MIDI controller keyboard.
With the Impact LX25+ the hard work is done, so you can focus on your creativity.
The 25 note velocity sensitive keyboard features a synth action with a medium tension. The full-size, piano-style keys are covered to protect against dirt and dust, while also complementing the design of the Impact LX25+.
With 4 velocity curves gradually increasing in dynamics, there is a choice for any playing style - and if you don’t need velocity, 3 fixed velocity levels cater for a consistent output.
Octave and transpose buttons as well as pitch bend and modulation wheels are within easy reach, so you can quickly shift the keyboard up or down as needed, or apply additional articulation with the wheels.
There is more to the 4 Octave & Transpose buttons than meets the eye.
4 functions are selectable on the fly so you can make important changes at any time, even while you play. A key combination makes assignment quick and easy.
Choices include sending out MIDI Program Messages, change the Global MIDI Channel or select any of the Impact LX25+’s 5 user presets with either the Octave or Transpose buttons.
A 30 mm fader and 8 pots are at the centre of the Impact LX25+ control panel. Each control is fully programmable to send any MIDI CC message for use with hardware or software MIDI products.
Used with Nektar DAW integration, the controls take on a life of their own - providing flexible pre-mapped DAW control giving you the best of both worlds.
Control settings can be stored in any of the 5 presets on the Impact LX25+ for recall at any time. And if you switch Null on, any parameter values are stored when you change presets so you avoid parameter jumping.
For groove and beat creation, the Impact LX25+ features 8 velocity sensitive pads that make life easy.
Calibrated to trigger at a light touch, finger drumming is suddenly well within reach with a nice and even velocity response. Each pad can be assigned any MIDI note number or MIDI cc message for use as MIDI trigger or toggle buttons.
But the best part is the “Pad Learn“ feature, which allows you to just select a pad, play the note or drum sound you want on the keyboard and assignment is done.
No complex menus for a task that’s essential to getting the most out of your pads.
Assignments are stored over power cycling so you don’t lose your settings when you switch your system off for the night. In addition, 4 pad map locations can store your settings for future recall.
The 4 colour LED illumination not only looks good but also indicate which pad map is currently loaded and can even tell you which type of MIDI message each pad sends.
With Nektar DAW Integration, the pads are automatically mapped in for example Reason and Bitwig.
The two Clips and Scenes buttons are used in Bitwig to trigger exactly these features.
In Reason, a clever control of Reason’s location points create a similar experience with scenes triggering of any Reason song.
The Impact LX25+ software integration supports most of the popular DAW's.
A common workflow gives access to many of the functions you are most likely to need when recording and performing with your Impact LX25+.
The best part is that it’s all done for you: Simply complete the installation process and start making music!
Impact LX25+ DAW integration currently supports Cubase, Digital Performer, FL Studio, Garageband, Logic, Nuendo, Reaper, Reason, Sonar and Studio One. Buttons and controls are labelled so you don’t have to remember how they are assigned.
That’s why the Impact LX25+ is a breeze to use but with enough extra features under the hood to challenge even the most experienced power user.
The 6 dedicated transport buttons are always within reach and mapped to control Cycle, Rewind, Forward, Stop, Play and Record.
Press Shift to get access to alternate functions such as Goto L, Set L, Set R, Undo, Click and Mode. Dedicated Track up/down and Patch up/down buttons are located below the display.
Press mixer and the 8 Impact LX25+ potentiometers are assigned to control 8 channels of your DAW’s mixer.
The alternate Bank up/down function moves control assignments to the next or previous group of 8 channels.
The fader is assigned to the currently selected channel so you always know where to find it.
Holding the “Mixer” mode button, you switch the pots to control pan for a selected group of 8 channels and the 8 pads will control Mute. The fader is used to control volume of the current mixer channel as well as master volume.
To help you get the best out of your screen real estate, the Impact LX25+ also has shortcuts for opening and closing your DAW’s mixer window so you can see what’s going on.
The Instrument button assigns all controls to instrument parameters once an instrument track is selected in your DAW. Nektar mapping ensures this is done automatically, so you can start tweaking immediately.
Better still, many devices and plugins are pre-mapped to match the blue control labels on the Impact LX25+.
The Page Button
With Nektar DAW Integration, a page button allows you to switch between Default settings and User settings with LEDs clearly indicating which page is active.
Each page changes assignments of the 8 pots, leaving the User page for example for your own assignments.
Many pre-mapped plugins take advantage of the two pages*.
So you could use it for immediate access to both, oscillator 1 and oscillator 2 parameters from the pots, switching between oscillators using the Page button.
In addition, a typical control layout places amp and filter ADSR envelopes on the pots for instant access, when you hold the “Instrument” mode button, regardless of whether the Default or User page is selected.
“Grab” and Nektar Maps
The Nektar “Grab” mode allow you to temporarily assign parameters to controls as you work on your project.
It’s as easy as holding down shift while moving the parameters on the instrument you want to control followed by moving the controls on the Impact LX25+ you want them assigned to.
Some DAW's even supports saving “grabbed” parameters to a Nektar map* which means you can completely customise your assignments for future use.
* Implementation depends on the DAW. Check integration Here.
If you mainly want to use your DAW’s MIDI learn features, the Impact LX25+ is easy to come to grips with.
There are 2 non-overlapping, read-only presets on the Mixer and Instrument buttons so you can quickly switch between independent and unique setups. These presets are also used for Impact LX25+’s integrated DAW support.
In addition, 5 user presets are programmed for GM compatible and “learn-friendly” setups plus they can of course be overwritten with your own settings.
You could set up your Impact LX25+ for use with Pro Tools or Ableton Live for example, both of which have limited integration options. Using the LX25+s generic MIDI controller capabilities, setups can get you quite far.
With the LX25+’s “Null” function switched to on, parameter values are stored when you switch between presets so you avoid parameter jumping.
On the back of Impact LX25+ are the connection points including:
As a low powered USB device, the Nektar Impact LX25+ works with all USB devices that feature a Class compliant MIDI driver. This includes all version of Windows from XP and higher, Apple OS X 10.5 and higher plus Linux (as long as a USB MIDI driver package is installed).
If you are often on the move, you can easily hook your Impact LX25+ keyboard to an Apple iPad using the iPad’s optional USB camera connection kit.
The Impact LX25+ is even powered by the iPad - so you can work away for as long as your iPad remains charged!
Bitwig 8-Track is included with every Impact LX+ so you can start producing, performing, and designing sounds like a pro from day one.
Bitwig 8-Track gives you access to over 50 software instruments and effects for use on up to 8 audio or MIDI project tracks, and you can use any 3rd party VST plug-ins you might own, too.
The ‘Bitwig Essentials Package’, a highly versatile handpicked selection of loops, clips and samples, is also included to help you get started.
So put all that together and you have a powerful sketchpad for your musical ideas featuring the acclaimed workflow of Bitwig Studio.
Nektar DAW Integration supports Bitwig 8-Track, so using Nektar Impact LX+ and Bitwig 8-Track together is a fantastic combination.
If you are just starting out, you will find it’s the perfect way to take your first steps in the world of digital music creation.
And if you’re already familiar with using computer software, then you’ll be amazed at what this combination has to offer!
Keyboard:
Controls:
Pads:
Connections:
Weight: 1.8 kg
For more information, and to check DAW integration, Click Here to visit the Manufacturer's Website
| SKU | NEKT_LX25 |
| Brand | Nektar |
| Unit Of Measure | ea |
The Nektar Impact LX25+ MIDI controller is compact and portable, yet jam-packed with intelligent and expressive performance controls not available on many of the more expensive rivals.
Ever wanted a controller that hooks up automatically to your DAW? Impact LX25+ does exactly that.
Nektar DAW Integration custom designed for Bitwig, Cubase, Digital Performer, FL Studio, GarageBand, Logic, Nuendo, Reaper, Reason, Sonar and Studio One takes the Impact LX25+ way beyond the functionality offered by any other USB MIDI controller keyboard.
With the Impact LX25+ the hard work is done, so you can focus on your creativity.
The 25 note velocity sensitive keyboard features a synth action with a medium tension. The full-size, piano-style keys are covered to protect against dirt and dust, while also complementing the design of the Impact LX25+.
With 4 velocity curves gradually increasing in dynamics, there is a choice for any playing style - and if you don’t need velocity, 3 fixed velocity levels cater for a consistent output.
Octave and transpose buttons as well as pitch bend and modulation wheels are within easy reach, so you can quickly shift the keyboard up or down as needed, or apply additional articulation with the wheels.
There is more to the 4 Octave & Transpose buttons than meets the eye.
4 functions are selectable on the fly so you can make important changes at any time, even while you play. A key combination makes assignment quick and easy.
Choices include sending out MIDI Program Messages, change the Global MIDI Channel or select any of the Impact LX25+’s 5 user presets with either the Octave or Transpose buttons.
A 30 mm fader and 8 pots are at the centre of the Impact LX25+ control panel. Each control is fully programmable to send any MIDI CC message for use with hardware or software MIDI products.
Used with Nektar DAW integration, the controls take on a life of their own - providing flexible pre-mapped DAW control giving you the best of both worlds.
Control settings can be stored in any of the 5 presets on the Impact LX25+ for recall at any time. And if you switch Null on, any parameter values are stored when you change presets so you avoid parameter jumping.
For groove and beat creation, the Impact LX25+ features 8 velocity sensitive pads that make life easy.
Calibrated to trigger at a light touch, finger drumming is suddenly well within reach with a nice and even velocity response. Each pad can be assigned any MIDI note number or MIDI cc message for use as MIDI trigger or toggle buttons.
But the best part is the “Pad Learn“ feature, which allows you to just select a pad, play the note or drum sound you want on the keyboard and assignment is done.
No complex menus for a task that’s essential to getting the most out of your pads.
Assignments are stored over power cycling so you don’t lose your settings when you switch your system off for the night. In addition, 4 pad map locations can store your settings for future recall.
The 4 colour LED illumination not only looks good but also indicate which pad map is currently loaded and can even tell you which type of MIDI message each pad sends.
With Nektar DAW Integration, the pads are automatically mapped in for example Reason and Bitwig.
The two Clips and Scenes buttons are used in Bitwig to trigger exactly these features.
In Reason, a clever control of Reason’s location points create a similar experience with scenes triggering of any Reason song.
The Impact LX25+ software integration supports most of the popular DAW's.
A common workflow gives access to many of the functions you are most likely to need when recording and performing with your Impact LX25+.
The best part is that it’s all done for you: Simply complete the installation process and start making music!
Impact LX25+ DAW integration currently supports Cubase, Digital Performer, FL Studio, Garageband, Logic, Nuendo, Reaper, Reason, Sonar and Studio One. Buttons and controls are labelled so you don’t have to remember how they are assigned.
That’s why the Impact LX25+ is a breeze to use but with enough extra features under the hood to challenge even the most experienced power user.
The 6 dedicated transport buttons are always within reach and mapped to control Cycle, Rewind, Forward, Stop, Play and Record.
Press Shift to get access to alternate functions such as Goto L, Set L, Set R, Undo, Click and Mode. Dedicated Track up/down and Patch up/down buttons are located below the display.
Press mixer and the 8 Impact LX25+ potentiometers are assigned to control 8 channels of your DAW’s mixer.
The alternate Bank up/down function moves control assignments to the next or previous group of 8 channels.
The fader is assigned to the currently selected channel so you always know where to find it.
Holding the “Mixer” mode button, you switch the pots to control pan for a selected group of 8 channels and the 8 pads will control Mute. The fader is used to control volume of the current mixer channel as well as master volume.
To help you get the best out of your screen real estate, the Impact LX25+ also has shortcuts for opening and closing your DAW’s mixer window so you can see what’s going on.
The Instrument button assigns all controls to instrument parameters once an instrument track is selected in your DAW. Nektar mapping ensures this is done automatically, so you can start tweaking immediately.
Better still, many devices and plugins are pre-mapped to match the blue control labels on the Impact LX25+.
The Page Button
With Nektar DAW Integration, a page button allows you to switch between Default settings and User settings with LEDs clearly indicating which page is active.
Each page changes assignments of the 8 pots, leaving the User page for example for your own assignments.
Many pre-mapped plugins take advantage of the two pages*.
So you could use it for immediate access to both, oscillator 1 and oscillator 2 parameters from the pots, switching between oscillators using the Page button.
In addition, a typical control layout places amp and filter ADSR envelopes on the pots for instant access, when you hold the “Instrument” mode button, regardless of whether the Default or User page is selected.
“Grab” and Nektar Maps
The Nektar “Grab” mode allow you to temporarily assign parameters to controls as you work on your project.
It’s as easy as holding down shift while moving the parameters on the instrument you want to control followed by moving the controls on the Impact LX25+ you want them assigned to.
Some DAW's even supports saving “grabbed” parameters to a Nektar map* which means you can completely customise your assignments for future use.
* Implementation depends on the DAW. Check integration Here.
If you mainly want to use your DAW’s MIDI learn features, the Impact LX25+ is easy to come to grips with.
There are 2 non-overlapping, read-only presets on the Mixer and Instrument buttons so you can quickly switch between independent and unique setups. These presets are also used for Impact LX25+’s integrated DAW support.
In addition, 5 user presets are programmed for GM compatible and “learn-friendly” setups plus they can of course be overwritten with your own settings.
You could set up your Impact LX25+ for use with Pro Tools or Ableton Live for example, both of which have limited integration options. Using the LX25+s generic MIDI controller capabilities, setups can get you quite far.
With the LX25+’s “Null” function switched to on, parameter values are stored when you switch between presets so you avoid parameter jumping.
On the back of Impact LX25+ are the connection points including:
As a low powered USB device, the Nektar Impact LX25+ works with all USB devices that feature a Class compliant MIDI driver. This includes all version of Windows from XP and higher, Apple OS X 10.5 and higher plus Linux (as long as a USB MIDI driver package is installed).
If you are often on the move, you can easily hook your Impact LX25+ keyboard to an Apple iPad using the iPad’s optional USB camera connection kit.
The Impact LX25+ is even powered by the iPad - so you can work away for as long as your iPad remains charged!
Bitwig 8-Track is included with every Impact LX+ so you can start producing, performing, and designing sounds like a pro from day one.
Bitwig 8-Track gives you access to over 50 software instruments and effects for use on up to 8 audio or MIDI project tracks, and you can use any 3rd party VST plug-ins you might own, too.
The ‘Bitwig Essentials Package’, a highly versatile handpicked selection of loops, clips and samples, is also included to help you get started.
So put all that together and you have a powerful sketchpad for your musical ideas featuring the acclaimed workflow of Bitwig Studio.
Nektar DAW Integration supports Bitwig 8-Track, so using Nektar Impact LX+ and Bitwig 8-Track together is a fantastic combination.
If you are just starting out, you will find it’s the perfect way to take your first steps in the world of digital music creation.
And if you’re already familiar with using computer software, then you’ll be amazed at what this combination has to offer!
Keyboard:
Controls:
Pads:
Connections:
Weight: 1.8 kg
For more information, and to check DAW integration, Click Here to visit the Manufacturer's Website
| SKU | NEKT_LX25 |
| Brand | Nektar |
| Unit Of Measure | ea |
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