Novation Impulse 61 USB Midi Controller Keyboard, 61 Keys
Novation Impulse is a range of professional USB/MIDI controllers. They each have a precision keyboard and a full control surface powered by a brand new Version of Novation AutoMap control software – AutoMap 4 (which makes getting hands-on with your DAW/plug-ins fast and simple). impulse also has 8 back-lit drum pads which can warp arpeggios, roll beats and launch clips in Ableton Live. Impulse, available with 25, 49 or 61 keys, gives you instant access to your daw’s mixer, transport, and plug-ins. Impulse also comes with a stack of free software and sounds including: 1) Ableton Live Lite – powerful loop based music-making software, 2) Novation bass station – legendary analogue bass synth as a software plug-in, 3) Loop masters sample library – over 4GB of royalty-free samples, and 4) Mike the drummer – 502MB of live drum loops and breaks.
Product Features
- Ultra-responsive semi weighted keyboard with after touch
- Full DAW/plug-in control surface with 8 knobs, 9 faders and buttons. Sustain pedal 1/4 inch jack socket, expression pedal 1/4 inch jack socket
- Automap 4 control software enables instant hands-on access to your DAW and plug-ins
- Multi-function drum pads enable you to warp arpeggios, roll beats and launch clips in Ableton Live
- Includes download for: Ableton Live Lite, novation’s bass Station Synth, XLN audio Addictive keys, and a Loop masters sample pack; 2-Year limited warranty on manufacturing defects
love it Guys, I’ve scowered the internet, and my local guitar center, in search for the perfect MIDI controller.I grew up playing a Yamaha PSR learning keyboard, so I’ve learned to be proficient on synth style keys. In addition, I was a piano primary music composition major in college. I spent the majority of my youth locked in my bedroom recording tracks: rock, techno, ambient classical contemporary, pop, hip hop, etc. Now that I’m older, I work at a church where I like to explore…
Great product. I have been using this product now for months, and I must say I like it.Pros:1. The feel of the keyboard is really stable. The keys feel nice with enough action to actually feel a little like real keys. I wouldn’t say it’s weighted (even semi) as much as I’d say there is a little bit of tactile response, like the difference in a typewriter vs. a mechanical keyboard. I personally like it, although full weight would be perfect. The pads are stable and faders and knobs feel…