Nektar Impact LX49 MK3 49-Note Velocity-Sensitive Keyboard

About: Nektar Impact LX49 MK3 49-Note Velocity-Sensitive Keyboard

Impact LX mk3 MIDI controller keyboards combine an expressive, redesigned keybed with 9 full-resolution encoders, 8 faders, 8 velocity sensitive pads and tons of buttons to give you instant access to performance or DAW integration features.

New performance features include Scale, Chord and Hold with Nektar custom DAW integration bringing the best out of controls with innovative new features and a workflow tailored to compatible DAWs.

Impact LX mk3 also supports Native Instruments NKS control standard which ensures compatibility with thousands of plugins even in DAWs not supported by Nektar DAW integration. With Impact LX mk3 the hard work is done, so you can focus on your creativity.

• Available in 25, 49, 61 and 88 key versions all featuring redesigned keybeds.
• 9 full-resolution encoders with parameter control in one rotation.
• 8 faders, 8 velocity sensitive pads, 9 LED illuminated buttons, 22 additional buttons, 1/4″ TS footswitch jack, USB-C connection and power.
• Nektar custom DAW integration for Ableton Live Suite, Bitwig Studio, Cakewalk/Sonar, Cubase (13 or higher), FL Studio, Garageband, Nuendo,, Logic Pro (10.8 or higher), Reason, Reaper and Studio One (5 or higher).
• Native Instruments NKS support. Works in any DAW and is compatible with thousands of plugins.
• Software bundle includes NI Komplete Select 15 , Bitwig Studio 8-track DAW and MOK Miniraze plugin synth.

Feel Every Note

The newly redesigned keybed is truly worthy — smooth, responsive, and built for expressive play. With minimal friction and a firm touch, it lets you connect more deeply with your instruments.

Paired with pitch bend and modulation wheels, plus a footswitch input for sustain, you’ve got everything you need to shape your sound with nuance and emotion. 

Effortless Control at full resolution

The encoders are the foundation of control and constantly in use. So their solid and precise performance is important.

You get near-enough a full resolution in one rotation without skipping a step. Working seamlessly with Nektar DAW integration you get relative control which means no parameter jumping or pickup functions to worry about.

Precision at Your Fingertips: Global Encoder & Display Feedback

If you had to pick just one control, the large global encoder would be it. Offering the same benefits as the other encoders but with added precision, thanks to its larger surface, it’s your ultimate tool for fine-tuning.

The best part? It works independently of mode selection and has a bunch of powerful options with Nektar DAW integration.

Faders – mix or envelope control

Faders provide a truly unique control experience, evoking the satisfying tactile feel of mixing or adjusting envelope parameters.

On Impact LX mk3 that’s exactly what the faders are designed for. Little is left to the imagination with silkscreen added above the faders to indicate their default assignments. 

MIDI programming right from the board

Impact LX mk3 is a MIDI controller that augment functionality with Nektar DAW integration. It’s still a MIDI controller of course and you can program controls in Preset mode directly from the hardware.

In Setup mode, use the large encoder to select menu options and program MIDI messages immediately. All settings are stored over power cycling with options to additionally store in 5 presets and 8 pad maps.

Build your kits, non-stop!

For groove and beat creation, 8 velocity sensitive pads make life easy. Calibrated to trigger at a light touch, finger drumming is a reality, with a nice and even velocity response.

The “Pad Learn“ feature allows you build kits as you go. Hit a pad, play a key. It’s that easy. In fact, keep Pad Learn on and let your kit evolve with your music. Non-stop!

Customized for your DAW

Nektar DAW integration is beyond anything you have seen before. Innovative new features builds on our previous work and give you the best possible workflow with your DAW.

With Nektar DAW integration you can:

• Create loops or navigate your DAW using the LED buttons.
• Record freely and have the looper automatically create your loop.
• Click any parameter and control it instantly.
• Full mixer control including channel volume, pan, sends, mute and solo.
• Control plugin instruments.
• Seemless switch to NKS control on track selection.
• Navigate tracks and DAW functions.

Nektar custom DAW integration is designed for Ableton Live Suite, Bitwig Studio, Cakewalk/Sonar, Cubase (13 or higher), FL Studio, Garageband, Nuendo,, Logic Pro (10.8 or higher), Reason, Reaper and Studio One (5 or higher).

Performance Tools That Inspire

• Scale Mode for Effortless Melody: Automatically keeps your playing within a selected scale, making it easy to explore new melodic ideas without hitting wrong notes.
• Chord Function for Instant Harmony: Trigger full chords and intervals—like octaves, 3rds, or 5ths—with a single key, including powerful sub-octave options and user-defined chords.
• Smart Chords for Musical Consistency: Combine Scale and Chord features to generate harmonically correct chords no matter what note you press.
• Hold Feature for Evolving Sustain: Sustain notes or chords hands-free and gradually add or remove notes, perfect for building ambient textures or evolving drones.

Specifications

• 49 Synth Keys
• Pitch bend and mod wheels
• 1 large encoder and 8 regular
• 8 faders (30mm)
• 9 LED buttons (4 colors)
• Scale, chord and hold functions
• 8 velocity sensitive pads
• 8 pad maps
• Foot swich input (1/4? ts)
• NI NKS compatible
• Nektar DAW integration
• USB bus powered
• 31.58 x 10.63 x 2.76 inch (80.2 x 27 x 7 cm)
• 6.83 lbs (3.1 kg)