(Open Box) Novation Impulse 49 USB Controller Keyboard
(Open Box) Novation Impulse 49 - USB 49-Key Controller Keyboard With Aftertouch, 8 Pads, 8 Knobs, 8 Faders
49-Key USB Controller Keyboard
Novation - Impulse 49
Get More CreativeThe Novation Impulse is an ultra-responsive and expressive keyboard packed with fully assignable controls. Created for people who love to play keys, it feels great to play and integrates seamlessly with Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Pro Tools and other major music software. Novation specifically designed the Impulse keyboard to allow you to create truly expressive performances. With ultra-responsive full-size piano style keys, semi-weighted action and aftertouch, it will adapt perfectly to any instrument you wish to play, including organs, synths and pianos. When you’re playing, the unique High Rate Scan (HRS) technology will scan the keyboard 10,000 times per second to capture every detail of your performance.
At A Glance
• A very comprehensive and detailed DAW/plug-in control surface
• Instant hands-on access to your DAW and plug-ins with Automap 4
• 9 faders, 8 rotarys, 8 backlit pads, transport controls and more
• Very responsive semi-weighted keyboard with aftertouch
• Custom LCD screen clearly displays parameter status'
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Design Your Own Sound
Produce Better MusicMix and shape your sound using multiple smooth-action knobs, low-profile 45mm faders, buttons and a custom LCD screen. All the controls work seamlessly with major music software and can be mapped to any parameter.
Do More with Your Drum PadsPlay drums in real time using the pressure-sensitive pads for rolling beats, looping drum samples and designing arpeggios. These pads also work as multicoloured clip launchers in Ableton Live, so you can tell whether clip is loaded (yellow), playing (green), or recording (red).
Connect To Just About AnythingImpulse is class-compliant and USB bus-powered, so you can easily plug it into Mac or Windows and get started straight away, without the need for a power supply. Impulse is instantly gig-ready, 5 pin MIDI outputs allow you to connect to your favourite synth or module.
Make Music Straight Out of the Box
Immersive creativityAbleton Live Lite comes included and integrates seamlessly with all the controls to offer Mixer control (all channels), Transport control, Clip launch (using Impulse's back-lit drum pads), Scene launch, Plug-in/Device control. You’ll also get an impressive library of free samples from Loopmasters.
Impulse also gives you instant hands-on control
of other major music software, including:
• Pro Tools: Mixer control (all channels), Transport control
• Logic: Mixer control (all channels), Transport control, Plug-in instrument/effects control
(instant control of Logic's own plug-ins and 3rd party VST/AU plug-ins)
• Cubase: Mixer control (all channels), Transport control, Plug-in instrument/effects control
• Reason/Record: Mixer control, Transport control, Instant control of rack devices (Thor, Dr Octo Rex etc.)
• Cakewalk/Sonar: Mixer control (all channels), Transport control, Plug-in VST instrument/effects control
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More Tools, More Fun
Addictive KeysThe Addictive Keys virtual instrument from XLN Audio is available when you register your controller keyboard or the Launchpad Pro. One full license per account is available for existing and new customers.
LoopmastersNow expanded from 1GB to 4GB, the Loopmasters sample library included with every Novation Product is packed with professional quality, royalty-free loops and one-shots.
Novation // Impulse MIDI Controller Keyboard Overview
The Tech Spec
| Features | Specifications | Type | Keyboard Controller |
|---|---|
| Number of Keys | 49 |
| Type of Keys | Semi-weighted |
| Velocity Sensitive | Yes |
| Aftertouch | Channel Aftertouch |
| Pads | 8 Backlit |
| Other Controllers | Pitchbend, Mod Wheel |
| Encoders/Pots | 8 |
| Faders | 9 |
| Dedicated Transport Control | Yes |
| Zones | 4 |
| Pedal Inputs | 1 x 1/4" (sustain), 1 x 1/4" (expression) |
| MIDI I/O | In/Out/USB |
| USB | 1 x Type B |
| Computer Connectivity | USB |
| Software | Ableton Live Lite |
| Hardware Requirements - Mac | Dual Core processor or higher, 4GB RAM minimum |
| Hardware Requirements - PC | Dual Core processor or higher, 4GB RAM minimum |
| OS Requirements - Mac | OS X 10.7 or later |
| OS Requirements - PC | Windows 7 or later |
| Power Supply | USB Bus Powered, AC-DC USB Adapter (sold separately) |
| Dimensions | Width: 33.31" Height: 3.94" Depth: 13.07" |
| Weight | 11.0 lbs. |
