The Novation Impulse 49 Key USB MIDI Controller Keyboard is a premium-grade MIDI controller designed for use with digital audio workstations. This versatile keyboard features a 49-note semi-weighted keybed with aftertouch, providing added expression and emulating the feel of a traditional piano. The back-lit drum pads are perfect for recording percussion and triggering samples, while the encoders and faders are great for use with automation and level adjustment.
Key Features
- Precision semi-weighted keyboard with aftertouch
- 8 multi-colored large backlit velocity-sensitive drum pads
- 8 endless encoders and 9 faders for automation and level adjustment
- 6 dedicated transport controls for easy navigation through your DAW
- Custom blue-backlit LCD display
- Built-in arpeggiator with tap tempo and roll
- 6 function buttons, with LED indicators on four of them
- 2 octave/transpose buttons for quickly switching between key ranges
- Pitch bend and modulation wheel
- Plug-and-play compatibility
- USB bus power and DC power socket
- ¼-inch jack socket for a sustain pedal and expression pedal
- MIDI in and MIDI Out din sockets
- Kensington security slot
- Comes with Ableton Live Lite and a Loopmasters sample pack
- 3-year warranty from Novation
Semi-Weighted Keybed
The 49-note semi-weighted keybed with aftertouch emulates the feel and touch of a traditional piano, providing added expression when playing. The ultra-responsive keyboard also boasts assignable controls for improved versatility.
Drum Pads, Encoders, and Faders
The Impulse 49 boasts 8 multi-coloured large backlit velocity-sensitive drum pads, perfect for recording percussion and triggering samples. The 8 endless encoders and 9 faders are great for use with automation and level adjustment, as well as controlling effects and more. Six dedicated transport controls allow you to navigate through your DAW with ease.
Plug-and-Play Compatibility
The compact yet robust design boasts plug-and-play compatibility, eliminating the need to download tedious drivers. The keyboard features both a pitch bend and a modulation wheel. 2 octave/transpose buttons are used for quickly switching between key ranges. The custom blue-backlit LCD display displays all the information on your controls and DAW. 6 function buttons, with LED indicators on four of them, can be used for various purposes, such as a shortcut button for functions in your DAW. It features a built-in arpeggiator with tap tempo and roll.
Versatile Connectivity
The rear of the keyboard features a range of connections, including both a USB and DC power socket. The USB port provides USB bus power, eliminating the need for a mains supply, but can also be powered via the DC power socket for added flexibility. Also included is a ¼-inch jack socket for a sustain pedal and expression pedal to customize your setup and sound. MIDI in and MIDI Out din sockets are included as well as a Kensington security slot.
Included Software
The Novation Impulse 49 comes complete with a range of bundled software designed to get you started straight out of the box. Ableton Live Lite is an innovative digital audio workstation that provides you with mixer control, transport control, clip launch (using Impulse’s back-lit drum pads), scene launch, and plugin/device control. The software can be used for music production and recording, providing a wide range of tools with an intuitive interface. Also included is a library of premium-grade samples from Loopmasters.
Physical Dimensions
The Novation Impulse 49 Key USB MIDI Controller Keyboard measures 864mm (33.3”) length x 332mm (13”) depth x 100mm (3.94”) height.
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