The Nektar Impact GX49 is a compact yet powerful 49-key USB MIDI controller built for modern music production. It combines full-sized, velocity-sensitive keys, expressive performance controls, and seamless DAW integration into a lightweight, portable design. Perfect for studio, stage, or mobile setups, the GX49 delivers intuitive control without unnecessary complexity.
Key Features
• 49 full-sized, velocity-sensitive synth-action keys with smooth dynamic response.
• Pitch-bend and modulation wheels for expressive control.
• Dedicated octave up/down buttons with LED indicators.
• Transpose buttons for shifting key range or MIDI channels.
• Seven transport control buttons (Play, Stop, Record, Loop, Rewind, Forward, and Cycle) with secondary functions for expanded control.
• One assignable potentiometer knob for custom parameter control.
• ¼″ sustain pedal input, assignable to other MIDI parameters.
• USB bus-powered and fully class-compliant (no drivers required).
• DAW integration for Ableton Live, Cubase, FL Studio, Logic Pro, Studio One, Reason, and Bitwig Studio.
• Includes Bitwig 8-Track software for immediate production out of the box.
• Lightweight, durable construction ideal for mobile use.
Specifications
The Nektar Impact GX49 features a 49-key synth-action keyboard with velocity sensitivity and dynamic feel, offering professional control for virtual instruments and hardware sound modules. Pitch and modulation wheels provide smooth performance expression, while dedicated transport buttons integrate directly with supported DAWs for efficient workflow.
Connectivity is simple with a standard USB-B port for both power and MIDI data, plus a ¼″ TS jack for a sustain or expression pedal. The controller is plug-and-play compatible with Windows, macOS, and iPad (using an appropriate adapter).
