A MIDI keyboard that does the hard work so you can focus on music. The Nektar Impact LX49 mk3 combines a redesigned 49-key synth-action keybed with 9 full-resolution encoders, 8 faders, 8 velocity-sensitive pads and smart Scale, Chord and Hold features. Nektar’s custom DAW integration and Native Instruments NKS support give you instant control of your DAW and thousands of plugins.
Why customers choose it
- Feels good to play: the redesigned keybed is smooth and firm with minimal friction; pitch bend and modulation wheels plus a footswitch input for sustain.
- Precise control: 9 full-resolution encoders (one large global encoder) – relative control with Nektar DAW integration, so no parameter jumps.
- Mix by hand: 8 × 30 mm faders with 9 LED buttons for mute/solo, encoders for pan or sends.
- Never play a wrong note: Scale keeps notes in key; Chord triggers chords and intervals from one key; Hold sustains notes.
- Beats on tap: 8 velocity-sensitive pads with Pad Learn and 8 pad maps.
- Works with your software: Nektar DAW integration for Ableton Live Suite, Bitwig Studio, Cakewalk/Sonar, Cubase (13+), FL Studio, GarageBand, Nuendo, Logic Pro (10.8+), Reason, Reaper and Studio One (5+); NKS for thousands of plugins.
Who it is for
Beginner and intermediate producers, songwriters who are still learning keys (Scale and Chord help a lot), beat-makers, and home-studio owners who want faders, pads and knobs in a 49-key controller.
Specifications
| Keys | 49, synth action, velocity sensitive |
|---|---|
| Wheels | Pitch bend and modulation |
| Encoders | 1 large + 8 regular, full resolution |
| Faders | 8 × 30 mm, 9 LED buttons |
| Pads | 8 velocity sensitive, 8 pad maps |
| Performance | Scale, Chord, Hold |
| Presets | 5 |
| Footswitch input | 1/4-inch TS |
| MIDI out socket | No |
| Connection / power | USB-C |
| Plugin standard | Native Instruments NKS |
| Software | NI Komplete Select 15, Bitwig 8-Track, MOK Miniraze |
| Dimensions | 80.2 × 27 × 7 cm |
| Weight | 3.1 kg |
Good to know
- No built-in sounds and no 5-pin MIDI out – it is a USB controller for computer software.
- Sustain pedal is not included.
- Check that your DAW version is on the supported list for full Nektar integration.
FAQ
Is it good for beginners?
Yes. Scale mode keeps every note in key and Chord mode plays chords from one key, and the software bundle gets you started.
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