Nektar Impact LX Mini
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Nektar
Impact LX Mini
Product Info
Article Number:
530059
Brand:
Nektar
Model:
Impact LX Mini
Category:
Master Keyboards (up to 25 Keys)
Price:
$114.40
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Nektar Impact LX Mini is a surprisingly capable little controller. It's fantastic for bedroom producers, mobile musicians, or anyone needing a compact way to trigger sounds and control their DAW. Don't expect pro-level feel, but for the size and price, it delivers a lot of functionality.
Product Description
- Nektar Impact LX Mini
- Portable MIDI Controller
- With performance functions as well as DAW and instrument control
- 25 Velocity-sensitive "mini-size" keys
- 4 Selectable velocity curves
- 8 rotary knobs
- 1 volume knob
- 8 LED drum pads
- 2x Independent arpeggiator/note repeat
- 3.5 mm Jack for foot switch (adapter to 6.3 mm jack included)
- Backlit Octave Up/Down buttons
- Shift key activates second level for a total of 14 accessible key functions
- 7 Transport buttons
- USB Power supply
- 1 Sustain pedal socket
- Class Compliant for true Plug and Play
- Compatible with: Windows Vista or newer
- OSX 10.7 or higher
- Linux Ubuntu 14.04
- iOS compatible in conjunction with Apple Camera Connection Kit
- Dimensions: 390 x 185 x 38 mm
- Weight: 1 kg
- Incl. Bitwig 8-Track software (download)
PROS
- • Compact size ideal for travel and small workspaces.
- • Velocity curves offer nuanced expressive control for varied playing styles.
- • Dedicated transport buttons streamline DAW workflow significantly.
- • Bitwig 8-Track inclusion provides immediate creative production capabilities.
CONS
- • Mini keys can be challenging for players accustomed to full-size action.
- • Limited knob quantity restricts detailed parameter control in complex setups.
- • Plastic build feels somewhat budget-oriented despite decent stability.
Product Video
Key Features
Keys
25
Key Type
Velocity-sensitive mini keys
Pads
8 RGB-backlit drum pads
Knobs/Faders
8 rotary knobs, 1 volume knob
Connections
USB, 3.5mm foot switch jack, Sustain pedal socket
Weight
1 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The mini keys have a noticeably shorter travel and less pronounced action – it's functional but requires adapting your technique.
Bitwig 8-Track supports VST plugins, allowing you to load and utilize your existing virtual instruments within the software.
The 3.5mm jack is mono; a stereo pedal would only send one channel's signal.
