Nektar

Germany, est. 2000s · 22 products across 2 categories

22
Total Products
2
Categories
$164
Avg Price
$20
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About Nektar

Nektar Technology, originating from Germany, carved a niche for themselves by focusing on tightly integrated MIDI controller solutions, particularly keyboards designed to seamlessly interact with popular Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs). Initially known for their affordable and accessible MIDI controllers, Nektar has expanded to offer more sophisticated and feature-rich master keyboards and related equipment. Their commitment to deep DAW integration and user-friendly design has fostered a loyal following among both beginner and experienced music producers.

Founded
2000s
Country
Germany
Segment
Mid-range
Target
Nektar instruments are ideal for music producers, keyboardists, and performers s
Known For
Panorama Series Master Keyboards Impact Series Keyboards Deep DAW Integration Intuitive User Interface Compact Controller Designs
PROS
  • • Excellent DAW integration and mapping capabilities
  • • Generally robust build quality for the price
  • • User-friendly interface, easy to learn
  • • Broad range of sizes and features available
CONS
  • • Can lack premium feel compared to high-end competitors
  • • Software updates occasionally lag behind DAW releases
  • • Limited advanced customization options in some models
  • • Some users report occasional driver compatibility issues

Nektar Products

Nektar Panorama CS12 - DAW Controllers

Nektar Panorama CS12

DAW Controllers

$402
DAW Channel Strip Controller, Suitable for Logic Pro, Cubase and Nuendo, High-resolution 100 mm...
4.8 Expert Rating
Nektar NX-P - Volume/Expression Pedals

Nektar NX-P

Volume/Expression Pedals

$20
Universal Expression Pedal, Works in conjunction with all common keyboards, Switchable polarity,...
4.8 Expert Rating
Nektar NP-2 - Sustain Pedals

Nektar NP-2

Sustain Pedals

$20
Universal Sustain Pedal, Switchable polarity, Rubberized under side, Cable length: 180 cm
5 Expert Rating
Nektar Impact LX Mini - Master Keyboards (up to 25 Keys)

Nektar Impact LX Mini

Master Keyboards (up to 25 Keys)

$114
Portable MIDI Controller, With performance functions as well as DAW and instrument control, 25...
5 Expert Rating
Nektar Impact GX Mini - Master Keyboards (up to 25 Keys)

Nektar Impact GX Mini

Master Keyboards (up to 25 Keys)

$50
Mini USB Keyboard Controller, 25 velocity sensitive mini keys, 3 velocity curves selectable,...
4.5 Expert Rating
Nektar Impact GXP61 - Master Keyboards (up to 61 Keys)

Nektar Impact GXP61

Master Keyboards (up to 61 Keys)

$227
USB Keyboard, 61 Velocity-sensitive semi-weighted "full size" keys with aftertouch, 14 RGB LED...
4.7 Expert Rating
Nektar Impact GXP49 - Master Keyboards (up to 49 Keys)

Nektar Impact GXP49

Master Keyboards (up to 49 Keys)

$153
USB keyboard, 49 velocity-sensitive semi-weighted "full size" keys with aftertouch, 14 RGB LED...
4.5 Expert Rating
Nektar SE61 - Master Keyboards (up to 61 Keys)

Nektar SE61

Master Keyboards (up to 61 Keys)

$98
USB MIDI Controller Keyboard, 61 Velocity sensitive keys, 7 Switchable velocity curves - 4 user presets, 3...
4.5 Expert Rating
Nektar MIDIFLEX 4 - MIDI Interfaces

Nektar MIDIFLEX 4

MIDI Interfaces

$72
USB Midi Interface, With merge and split functions, 4-Port Autosense operation, Flexible operating...
4.7 Expert Rating
Nektar SE49 - Master Keyboards (up to 49 Keys)

Nektar SE49

Master Keyboards (up to 49 Keys)

$81
USB MIDI controller keyboard, With 49 velocity sensitive keys, 7 Switchable velocity curves - 4 user...
4.8 Expert Rating
Nektar SE25 - Master Keyboards (up to 25 Keys)

Nektar SE25

Master Keyboards (up to 25 Keys)

$43
USB MIDI Controller Keyboard, With 25 velocity-sensitive mini keys, 3 Velocity presets: Default, soft,...
5 Expert Rating
Nektar Panorama T4 - Master Keyboards (up to 49 Keys)

Nektar Panorama T4

Master Keyboards (up to 49 Keys)

$285
49 Key Master Keyboard with Aftertouch, 8 Velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads, Bank button for...
4.8 Expert Rating
Nektar Pacer - Other Controllers

Nektar Pacer

Other Controllers

$226
MIDI Footswitch Controller, Robust metal housing, Track and transport control with Nektar DAW...
4.6 Expert Rating
Nektar Impact LX88+ - Master Keyboards (up to 88 Keys)

Nektar Impact LX88+

Master Keyboards (up to 88 Keys)

$285
USB MIDI Controller Keyboard, With 88 velocity-sensitive keys, Extensive DAW integration incl....
4.6 Expert Rating
Nektar Impact LX25+ - Master Keyboards (up to 25 Keys)

Nektar Impact LX25+

Master Keyboards (up to 25 Keys)

$98
USB MIDI Controller Keyboard, With 25 velocity-sensitive keys, Extensive DAW integration incl....
4.5 Expert Rating
Nektar Impact LX61+ - Master Keyboards (up to 61 Keys)

Nektar Impact LX61+

Master Keyboards (up to 61 Keys)

$175
USB MIDI Controller Keyboard, With 61 velocity-sensitive keys, Extensive DAW integration incl....
4.8 Expert Rating
Nektar Impact LX49+ - Master Keyboards (up to 49 Keys)

Nektar Impact LX49+

Master Keyboards (up to 49 Keys)

$149
USB MIDI controller keyboard, With 49 velocity sensitive keys, Extensive DAW integration incl....
4.9 Expert Rating
Nektar Impact GX 61 - Master Keyboards (up to 61 Keys)

Nektar Impact GX 61

Master Keyboards (up to 61 Keys)

$120
61-Key USB Keyboard, Velocity sensitive "Full Size" button with "Synth Action", 4 Velocity curves,...
4.8 Expert Rating
Nektar Impact GX 49 - Master Keyboards (up to 49 Keys)

Nektar Impact GX 49

Master Keyboards (up to 49 Keys)

$98
49-key USB Keyboard, Velocity sensitive full size keys with "Synth Action", 4 Velocity curves, A...
4.5 Expert Rating
Nektar Panorama P1 - Other Controllers

Nektar Panorama P1

Other Controllers

$285
USB Controller, 9 Faders: 45 mm, 16 Continuous rotary knobs, 8 LED buttons, 11 Transport buttons,...
4.7 Expert Rating
Nektar Impact GXP88 - Master Keyboards (up to 88 Keys)

Nektar Impact GXP88

Master Keyboards (up to 88 Keys)

$285
88 Key USB Keyboard, 88 Velocity sensitive, half-weighted full size keys with aftertouch, 14 RGB...
4.9 Expert Rating
Nektar Aruba - DAW Controllers

Nektar Aruba

DAW Controllers

$318
MIDI Pad Controller with Stand-Alone Step Sequencer, Step sequencer with 16 songs á 16 patterns, Pad...
4.8 Expert Rating

Frequently Asked Questions About Nektar

While Nektar is a German company, manufacturing is primarily outsourced to China to manage costs and ensure a wider availability of their products.

Nektar keyboards are designed to work with a wide range of DAWs, but their deep integration and pre-mapped controls are most extensive with Bitwig, Ableton Live, Logic Pro X, and Cubase.

The Panorama series typically offers more advanced features like a larger display, more assignable controls, and more sophisticated DAW integration compared to the Impact series, which focuses on a more streamlined and accessible experience.

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