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Novation Impulse 25 25-key Keyboard Controller

25-key USB MIDI Controller with Semi-weighted Keys, 17 Knobs/Faders/Pads, Dedicated Transport Controls, and DAW/Instrument/Automap Software - Mac/PC
Item ID: Impulse25

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Exacting, Intuitive DAW Control

The Novation Impulse 25 USB MIDI controller gives you everything you need to control your DAW with expression and precision. At the heart of the Impulse 25 is its highly responsive semi-weighted keyboard with assignable aftertouch. You get full DAW/plug-in control via one fader, eight rotaries, eight backlit performance pads, transport controls, and an LCD to keep you status-savvy. The Impulse 25 also ships with a tidy collection of cool software and sounds. If you have DAW control issues, check out the Novation Impulse 25.

First-class keyboard

The Novation Impulse 25's semi-weighted keybed is first-class. Designed to feel like an instrument rather than a computer accessory, these keys communicate musical expression to your DAW with an efficacy you never thought possible. That's always been the challenge with MIDI and computer-based music creation — and the Impulse 25 attacks it head-on. The result is better music.

Iron-fisted, velvet-gloved control

In addition to the superb keyboard, the Novation Impulse 25's multifunction, backlit drum pads let you roll beats, warp arpeggios, launch clips in Ableton Live, and curb the potential for mayhem that lurks beneath the surface of every complex DAW setup. And with immediate access to your DAW's transport, mixer, and plug-ins, you'll enjoy increased productivity and focus, resulting in, again, better music.

Works with all major DAWs

The Novation Impulse 25 has been designed and tested to work with all major DAWs and plug-in instruments and effects, including Ableton (Ableton Live Lite comes included with Impulse), Cubase, Logic, ProTools, Reason/Record, Sonar (PC only), FL Studio, Studio One, and Garage Band. Automap 4 control software is the magic that gives you immediate hands-on access to your DAW and plug-ins. In addition, you get Impulse 25 access to your third-party plug-in instruments and effects, such as Native Instruments, Waves, or FXpansion. In Live, you can even control Scene Launch and Clip Launch using Impulse's backlit drum pads. The Novation Impulse 25 is one serious controller.

Free XLN Addictive Keys instrument with registration!

Your Novation Impulse 25 also includes your choice of XLN's world-class Addictive Keys virtual instruments. Choose from the following:

  • Modern Upright: a tight, defined Yamaha U3 upright
  • Studio Grand: a remarkably rich Steinway Model D grand
  • Electric Grand: the pop-rock classic Yamaha CP-80 at your fingertips
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This offer is open to both new and existing customers. To redeem your Addictive Keys license, log in to your Novation account and register your product. You'll find your instrument options under your My Account page.

Novation Impulse 25 Features:

  • Ultra-responsive semi-weighted keyboard with aftertouch
  • Automap 4 control software enables instant hands-on access to your DAW and plug-ins
  • Comprehensive DAW/plug-in control surface
  • 1 fader, 8 rotaries, 8 backlit performance pads, and transport controls
  • Custom LCD always keeps you status-savvy
  • Multifunction drum pads let you warp arpeggios, roll beats, and launch clips in Ableton Live
  • Ships with Ableton Live Lite, Loopmasters sample library, and Mike The Drummer
  • Your choice of XLN Addictive Keys instrument (VST/AU/AAX) with product registration
  • 3-year warranty
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Tech Specs

  • Manufacturer Part Number: AMS-IMPULSE-25

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