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Nektar Impact LX88+ 88-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller

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Brand Nektar
Number of Keys 88
Connectivity Technology MIDI, USB
Special Feature Backlit
Model Name Impact LX+

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  • 88-Keys Semi-Weighted Controller: The 88 note velocity sensitive keyboard is a semi-weighted action with medium tension. Carefully balanced with even and dynamic response, the Impact LX88+ offers 4 velocity curves that gradually increase in dynamics so there is a match for any playing style
  • Nektar Daw Integration: The Impact LX88+ software integration supports most of the popular DAWs. A common workflow gives access to many of the functions you are most likely to need when recording and performing with your Impact LX88+. The best part is that it�s all done for you. Simply complete the installation process and start making music
  • Powerful Control Center: There are nine 30mm faders, 9 MIDI buttons, and 8 encoders at the center of LX88+�s control panel. Each control is fully programmable to send any MIDI CC message for use with hardware or software MIDI products
  • Velocity Sensitive Pads: For groove and beat creation, the Impact LX88+�s 8 velocity-sensitive pads make life easy. Calibrated to trigger at a light touch, finger drumming is suddenly well within reach with a nice and even velocity response
  • Transport and Navigation: The 6 dedicated transport buttons are always within reach and mapped to control Cycle, Rewind, Forward, Stop, Play, and Record

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What's in the box

  • Impact LX88+ Keyboard
  • USB Cable
  • User Guide
  • Bitwig Studio 8-Track Licence card
  • Product Description

    See below


    From the manufacturer

    Impact LX88+

    Nektar Impact LX88+

    The 88-key Impact Controller

    About Impact LX88+

    The Impact LX88+ is a unique USB MIDI controller keyboard designed for keyboard players looking for extra reach. It's jam-packed with intelligent, expressive performance control and hooks up automatically to your DAW! If you prefer to control MIDI hardware, use the build-in MIDI Out as well as the extensive MIDI programing options. Impact LX88+ does it all, and more.

    Nektar DAW Integration custom designed for most of the popular DAWs, takes Impact LX88+ way beyond functionality normally offered by a MIDI controller keyboard. With Impact LX88+ the hard work is done, so you can focus on your creativity.

    Keyboard

    The 88 note velocity sensitive keyboard is a semi-weighted action with medium tension. Carefully balanced with an even and dynamic response , the Impact LX88+ offers 4 velocity curves that gradually increase in dynamics so there is a match for any playing style.

    If you don't need velocity, 3 fixed velocity levels cater for a consistent output. The full-size, piano-style keys are covered to protect against dirt and dust while also complementing the Impact LX88+ design.

    Transpose buttons as well as pitch bend and modulation wheels are within reach, so you can quickly shift the keyboard up or down as needed, or apply additional articulation with the wheels.

    • Semi-weighted keybed
    • Pitchbend and Mod wheels
    • Split, Layer, Transpose buttons
    • 9 faders, 9 LED buttons, 8 pots, 10 additional buttons
    • 8 ultra-sensitive pads
    • MIDI out
    • USB Class compliant
    • Nektar DAW Integration
    • Bitwig 8-Track included

    Split, Layer and Transpose Buttons

    The Impact LX88+ keyboard can send on up to 3 zones at the same time. Press Layer to add the layer zone and split to add the split zone. When split or layer is active, the corresponding LED button is lit so there is no confusion. Each zone can be programmed to send on it's own unique MIDI channel with essential settings either pre-programmed or adjustable during performance.

    This is where the 2 Transpose buttons below the Split and Layer buttons come in. Four 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 with the LED display telling you which function you have selected. Choices include sending out MIDI Program Messages, change the Global MIDI Channel or select any of Impact LX88+'s 5 user presets with either the Octave or Transpose buttons. Pressing either split or layer while pressing the Transpose buttons will change the setting currently assigned for the corresponding zone. Neat!

    Control Center

    Nine 30mm faders, 9 MIDI buttons and 8 encoders are at the center of Impact LX88+'s 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 Impact LX88+ presets 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.

    LED Buttons

    The 9 LED buttons can be programmed with a variety of MIDI messages including sending specific MIDI Program changes. The last MIDI Program message sent is remembered so a corresponding LED button illuminates correctly, even if Program was sent via, for example, the transpose buttons or the Setup menu. You can also assign the 8 pads to send Program messages so you'll have instant access to 17 buttons without changing preset or pad map.

    Used with Nektar DAW Integration the LED buttons indicate status for a number of parameters. In Instrument mode, an instrument plugin's switch parameters can be learned with the LED telling you when it's on or off. In Mixer mode the LED buttons control Mute and Solo, with the LED colors indicating the corresponding channels current status.

    Pads

    For groove and beat creation, Impact LX88+'s 8 velocity sensitive pads 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.

    What is Nektar DAW Integration?

    Impact LX88+ software integration supports most of the popular DAWs. A common workflow gives access to many of the functions you are most likely to need when recording and performing with your Impact LX88+. The best part is that it's all done for you: Simply complete the installation process and start making music! Impact LX88+ DAW integration currently supports Cubase, Digital Performer, FL Studio, Garageband, Logic, Nuendo, Reaper, Reason, Sonar and Studio One. Buttons and controls are labeled so you don't have to remember how they are assigned. That’s why Impact LX88+ is a breeze to use but with enough extra features under the hood to challenge even the most experienced power user.

    Transport & Navigation

    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

    Mixer Control

    Press mixer and the first 8 Impact LX+ faders are assigned to control 8 channels of your DAWs mixer. The alternate Bank up/down function moves control assignments to the next or previous group of 8 channels. The 9th fader is assigned to the currently selected channel so you always know where to find it.

    The buttons under the faders follow the channel assignment of their corresponding fader and can control Mute or Solo with LED's clearly indicating current status. Pan for the group of 8 channels controlled by the faders is handled by the 8 pots. Fader 9 is used for control volume of the current mixer channel as well as master volume.

    To help you get the best out of your screen real estate, Impact LX88+ also has shortcuts for opening and closing your DAWs mixer window so you can see what's going on.

    Instrument Control

    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 LX88+.

    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 faders for instant access regardless of whether the Default or User page is selected.

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    Customer reviews

    4.4 out of 5 stars
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    410 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the ease of use, value, and controls of the audio midi controller. For example, they mention it integrates very well with their Logic Pro Daw, Presonus Studio One, and FL Studio. They're also happy with appearance, and size. That said, opinions are mixed on quality, sound quality, and speed.

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    63 customers mention44 positive19 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the quality of the audio midi controller. Some say it has a really nice feel to the keys, while others say it's not the best high quality keyboard. Some customers like the layout, while other find the physical construction creaky and the box was a bit busted.

    "...The 8 drum pads are very very very sensitive if they were any more sensitive just looking at them would trigger a note and them being multi-colored..." Read more

    "I use it with my Logic Pro Daw which integrates very well with it. Great board and so far I had no problems. and it seems it is well built." Read more

    "...The IMPACT LX88+ allows me to stay creative, focusing on playing and not using my touchpad.The semi-weighted keys have a nice feel...." Read more

    "...It may not be sexy, but it is super thin, seems pretty sturdy, especially compared to the smaller Nektar models, and has good integration with a..." Read more

    26 customers mention24 positive2 negative

    Customers find the audio midi controller easy to use. They say it integrates well with their DAW, and is definitely workable. Customers also say the integration with FL studio was seamless and easy. They mention that it gets the job done and has a really nice feel to it. Overall, customers are happy with the compatibility and simplicity of the product.

    "...Package came in mint condition thank God, everyting on it works perfectly...." Read more

    "I use it with my Logic Pro Daw which integrates very well with it. Great board and so far I had no problems. and it seems it is well built." Read more

    "This keyboard does its job well...." Read more

    "...everything else works on the keyboard as intended, and it wasn't hard to set up. The chassis is pretty sturdy and the drum pads feel pretty good...." Read more

    15 customers mention15 positive0 negative

    Customers appreciate the value of the audio midi controller. They say it has a good construction value.

    "...All in all, I think it's an awesome deal at its price point...." Read more

    "...MIDI/DAW controller for modern music production, the value proposition here is really strong...." Read more

    "...But for 88 keys and lots of DAW controls it is still a good value and I would recommend it to anyone in this price range." Read more

    "...a lot of angles for me - 88 keys, assignable faders and buttons, and low price. This Nektar LX88+ product didn't disappoint...." Read more

    11 customers mention11 positive0 negative

    Customers like the controls of the audio midi controller. They say the DAW controls are nice, with many types of controllers and functions. The board controls MainStage very well, and has numerous MIDI controls. Some mention that the board is great with all of the features they need. Overall, most are satisfied with the controls and functionality of the product.

    "...sliders, knobs, pitch/mod wheel and drum pads along with useful DAW controls. I like the layout a lot...." Read more

    "...with a semi weighted feel that actually has a very good compliment of assignable knobs, sliders and switches, the Nektar lx88+ gets two thumbs up..." Read more

    "...is a great keyboard for those who want 88 keys, and many types of controllers and functions. But, you get what you pay for...." Read more

    "...keyboard that satisfied a lot of angles for me - 88 keys, assignable faders and buttons, and low price. This Nektar LX88+ product didn't disappoint...." Read more

    7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

    Customers like the appearance of the audio midi controller. They mention that it has a good basic design, with a retro look. They also like the layout and the other lighting effects accentuate it well.

    "...What I WILL say, is the keys on the 88 definitely feel sturdier and nicer...." Read more

    "...Appearance wise, it does look quite nice. The tiny LED display gives it a retro look, and the other lighting effects accentuate it well...." Read more

    "...I like the layout a lot...." Read more

    "...The keyboard looked awesome and the keys were nice like a I expected ( not piano keys ) it is long but very light...." Read more

    6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the size of the audio midi controller. They mention that it's fairly compact for an 88 key MIDI controller with the amount of keys. Some say that the semi weighted keys are full size and quiet. The drum pads are surprisingly good. The keyboard is long but very light. Some mention that the keyboard is nice and heavy. Overall, most are happy with the product's size.

    "...It says the keys are semi-weighted, but I might take issue with this. They really don't feel that semi-weighted compared to my 49...." Read more

    "...It's also fairly compact for an 88 key MIDI controller with the amount of knobs and sliders it has...." Read more

    "...the product itself - for the price it seems to have good action, is compact and light...." Read more

    "...The keyboard is nice and heavy (this can be a good or bad thing depending on your perspective), and as far as I can tell, all of the dials, sliders..." Read more

    13 customers mention4 positive9 negative

    Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the audio midi controller. Some mention it has great sound, while others say that some keys are very noisy. They say the black keys tend to play louder than the white ones, and the keyboard bounces in a very noisy way. Some customers also mention that the lower key will rattle a slight bit.

    "...though, black verses white velocity are not neutral, the black keys tend to play louder than the white ones with similar amounts of pressure, but I..." Read more

    "...Well, to my great delight the keybed had a very nice feel. It was very quiet. The knobs, switches and sliders also have a quality feel...." Read more

    "I think it's a good product but some keys are very noisy and If you want to practice quietly that's a bit annoying...." Read more

    "...you're using headphones that's not a problem, but if not, the noise is really annoying...." Read more

    8 customers mention4 positive4 negative

    Customers are mixed about the speed of the audio midi controller. Some mention that it feels even, responsive, and has good synth action. Others say that the velocities are inconsistent and not very accurate. They also mention that the various velocity curve presets are mostly ineffective at compensating for this problem.

    "...is pretty cool not entirely sure how to use it.. But its very responsive played double time and it handle it on multiple pads. I'm loving it so far." Read more

    "...to use for piano/harpsichord/staccato sounds because the velocities are a bit inconsistent and isn't very accurate at times, however, pads/sampling/..." Read more

    "...about the black keys, but they feel good to me - and the velocity feels even.The sliders for Organ drawbars - work flawlessly!..." Read more

    "...The various velocity curve presets are mostly ineffective at compensating for this problem and even on the softest preset it’s still surprisingly..." Read more

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    My second highest C key is something like a centimeter higher than the rest of the keys on the board. I was able to stuff a piece of folded paper into the crevice at the top of the key, in order to make it level with the others (which luckily didn't upset the key's responsiveness). That issue aside, I like the keyboard (speaking as an untrained aspirant pianist who wanted a decent entry level instrument). It's got a nice "feel" to it; I like way the keys respond (I did change the velocity settings from whatever they were when I got it, to whichever one I've got it on now). The keyboard is nice and heavy (this can be a good or bad thing depending on your perspective), and as far as I can tell, all of the dials, sliders and buttons, and drumpads work, though I'm not yet sure if I'll get much use out of them.
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