The Novation Impulse 25 Key USB MIDI Controller Keyboard is a versatile and feature-packed controller keyboard designed for digital musicians. It features a 25-note semi-weighted keybed, complete with 8 multicolored drum pads, 8 endless encoders, and a fader.
With seamless integration with most popular DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations), the Impulse 25 is an ideal choice for aspiring musicians. The semi-weighted keybed with aftertouch provides optimized expression and a traditional piano-like feel. The backlit drum pads are perfect for drumming and adding percussion, while the encoders and faders are great for automation and level adjustment.
Furthermore, the Impulse 25 comes with Ableton Live Lite and a Loopmasters sample pack, providing additional tools and sounds for music production.
The Impulse 25 features a 25-note semi-weighted keybed with aftertouch, allowing for a premium playing experience. This high-quality keybed emulates the feel and touch of a traditional piano, providing added expression when playing. The keyboard also offers assignable controls for improved versatility.
Additionally, the keyboard includes 8 large backlit velocity-sensitive drum pads, perfect for recording percussion, triggering samples, and playing melodies. The drum pads provide flexibility and another way to express your music. The single slider is ideal for adjusting levels and automation, while the 8 endless encoders offer control over effects and more. The 6 dedicated transport controls make navigating through your DAW easy.
The Impulse 25 has a plug and play design, eliminating the need for drivers. It also features a pitch bend and modulation wheel, along with octave/transpose buttons for quick key range switching. The custom blue-backlit LCD display shows all the relevant information about your controls and DAW. The keyboard also includes function buttons for various purposes, such as DAW shortcuts.
In terms of connectivity, the Impulse 25 has both USB and DC power sockets, providing versatility in power options. It also includes a 1/4-inch jack socket for a sustain pedal and expression pedal, allowing for customization of your setup and sound. MIDI in and out din sockets are included, as well as a Kensington security slot.
The Novation Impulse 25 comes complete with bundled software to get you started right away. Ableton Live Lite is a powerful DAW that offers mixer control, transport control, clip launch, scene launch, and plug-in/device control, all controllable with the Impulse’s backlit drum pads. The software is intuitive and provides a range of tools for music production and recording. Additionally, the Impulse 25 includes a library of premium-grade samples from Loopmasters.
In terms of physical dimensions, the Impulse 25 measures 525 x 332 x 100mm. It comes with a USB cable, power supply, and a printed getting started guide. The keyboard also features a rugged design for durability. It is USB powered, with expression and sustain pedal inputs, as well as MIDI in and out ports for connecting external MIDI instruments. The Novation Impulse 25 comes with a 3-year warranty from Novation.
Overall, the Novation Impulse 25 Key USB MIDI Controller Keyboard offers a professional and versatile solution for digital musicians, with its high-quality keybed, assignable controls, drum pads, and various connectivity options. It is a complete package with bundled software and a range of features to enhance your music production experience.
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