Novation Impulse 49

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Pros and cons

According to our MIDI keyboard expert

  • Suitable for live performance and music production.
  • The semi-weighted keys with aftertouch play nice.
  • Has an arpeggiator with 8 settings on board.
  • The supplied version of Ableton is limited.
  • Because of the many functions it may be difficult for beginners.

Description

 

The Novation Impulse 49 is an extensive MIDI keyboard with 49 semi-weighted touch sensitive keys with aftertouch. In addition, this Novation keyboard has performance pads, knobs and faders that you can use for all kinds of functions of your software or hardware. This makes the Novation Impulse 49 also very suitable for live performance and producers who would like to use 1 device for all their MIDI controls .

This is what you get

  • USB cable
  • Access to Sound Collective
  • Ableton Live Lite (download)
  • Novation Bass Station VST and AU plugin (download)
  • Novation V Station VST and AU plugin (download)
  • 4 GB Loopmasters samples (download)
  • XLN Audio Addictive Keys (download)
  • Manual (download)
  • Quick start guide

Key specs

Number of keys

49

Weighted keys

Yes, semi-weighted

Velocity sensitivity

Pitch-bend wheel

Number of drum pads

8

Number of faders

9
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Most helpful reviews

9,6/10 ()

Nice device

  • Robust
  • Clear display
  • High-quality faders, pads, buttons
  • more expensive than the competition
There are cheaper MIDI controllers/keyboards on the market, but the difference is usually in the finish: controls (faders, pads, etc) that lack confidence, keyboard that feels very "plastic", etc. Novation Impulse none of that, the device makes a very solid impression. Novation includes software (Automap) that allows you to assign the controls within different software (Cubase, Ableton, etc) to the functions you prefer. This works well, I haven't had any problems with this yet. Of course you have to find out how this works, basic knowledge of a PC is required. To take full advantage of its capabilities, you need to realize that it's not just a "plug-and-play" device. However, I assume that someone using Cubase or Ableton (or...) has enough knowledge to also connect a MIDI keyboard. I have given 5 stars for "quality" but that of course depends on the software you use, because the Impulse is a controller and in other words does not even have sounds on board. However, the available MIDI in/out connections allow you to connect an external sound module, so you don't necessarily need a PC to make music. All in all a nice device that covers my needs completely.
  • Danny

  • 28 September 2014

  • Automatically translated from Nederlands

9,6/10 ()

Nice controller, very flexible and plays well

  • Extremely flexible in terms of custom settings
  • nice keyboard
  • It's still plastic
Fits well, does what it's supposed to do and looks nice too.
  • Ron

  • 13 June 2020

  • Automatically translated from Nederlands

9,2/10 ()

musical midi keyboard

  • just works with all Mac OS X versions
  • good screen with clear info
  • integration with ableton and collaboration with push
  • slightly steeper learning curve
First, we like that the screen is in the middle. The Novation Impulse 49 is great for those looking for a solid MIDI keyboard. It is a good keyboard for beginners and if you are serious about using your computer for music as a producer then this MIDI keyboard is a must. Are there better MIDI keyboards available? Of course. However, for the price it is very good and you will not easily find something better in this price range. If you use or would like to use Ableton, we recommend choosing a Novation keyboard. They're best for Ableton and pretty good for DAWs too.
  • PW Baltink

  • 14 January 2021

  • Automatically translated from Nederlands

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Novation Impulse 49

Specifications

Product

Product number

457693

Manufacturer code

RNO IMPULSE-49

Brand

Novation

Warranty

2 years

Processing of your defect

Via Coolblue

Keys

Number of keys

49

Velocity sensitivity

Weighted keys

Yes, semi-weighted

Mallet mechanism

Full-size toetsen

Lighted keys

Aftertouch

Maximum polyphony

49

Octave buttons

Modulation wheel

Pitch-bend wheel

Programmable drum pads, buttons, and faders

Programmable drum pads

Number of drum pads

8

Velocity-sensitive drum pads

Backlit drum pads

Programmable rotary controls

Number of rotary knobs

8

Programmable push buttons

Number of buttons

9

Programmable faders

Number of faders

9

Sequencing

Step sequencer

Arpeggiator

USB connectors

USB port

Number of USB ports (front)

0

Number of USB ports (side)

0

Number of USB ports (back)

1

Number of USB 2.0 connectors

1

USB version

USB 2.0

MIDI connectors

MIDI input

Number of MIDI inputs

1

MIDI output

Number of MIDI outputs

1

MIDI throughput

Foot pedal

Number of foot pedal connectors

2

Foot pedal connections

Expression, Sustain

Display

Display

Screen size

2 inches

Color screen

Touchscreen

Audio software

Audio software included

Included audio software

Ableton Live Lite, Loopmaster 4GB samples, Novation Bass Station VST + AU plugin, Novation V Station VST + AU plugin, XLN Audio Addictive Keys

Physical properties

Depth

333 mm

Height

99 mm

Width

846 mm

Weight

5 kg

Material

Plastic

Power supply

Power source

Power supply type

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