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Review MIDI keyboard Haken Audio Continuum Half Size. Where to buy it?

I’ll tell you how this post is built. First I list the features of the Haken Audio Continuum Half Size keyboard. Then you have a video or two, purchase links and useful comments from other users and then you have one of the most useful parts; comparison tables with similar keyboards so you can compare.

  • Integrated sound generation
  • Polyphonic sliding tones dynamically playable via pressure as well as in a straight place
  • Fingerboard simultaneously processes data regarding the axes X, Y and Z in one to no more than 16 hands
  • X (left right) transfers the tone pitch for every note
  • Inches regarding the X axis corresponds to a range of 184 cents (73 cents per cm)
  • Complete tone range is the same as nearly 4 octaves
  • midi (MIDI allows you to do such wonderful things as connect the keyboard to the computer, record a soundtrack and with certain programs pass with a click what you have played to musical notes in a score. MIDI tracks store information from musical notes) In/Out
  • Headphone production 6.3 mm jack
  • AES3 input and output XLR
  • CVC Audio production analogue
  • 2x pedal (The most important pedal of a piano or keyboard is the sustain pedal and is used to keep the note playing even if you stop pressing the key.) connectors
  • Dimensions: 710 x 190 x 75 mm
  • body weight: 7.3 kg

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This keyboard usually has a price around 4.22 €

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Haken Audio Continuum Half Size vs Akai MPK mini Mk2

The keyboard Haken Audio Continuum Half Sizeis usually 84 € cheaper than Akai MPK mini Mk2.

And then a video of the keyboard

Haken Audio Continuum Half Size

Akai MPK mini Mk2
  • Integrated sound generation
  • Polyphonic sliding tones dynamically playable via pressure as well as in a straight place
  • Fingerboard simultaneously processes data regarding the axes X, Y and Z in one to no more than 16 hands
  • X (left right) transfers the tone pitch for every note
  • Inches regarding the X axis corresponds to a range of 184 cents (73 cents per cm)
  • Complete tone range is the same as nearly 4 octaves
  • MIDI In/Out
  • Headphone production 6.3 mm jack
  • AES3 input and output XLR
  • CVC Audio production analogue
  • 2x Pedal connectors
  • Dimensions: 710 x 190 x 75 mm
  • body weight: 7.3 kg
  • 25 Synth-Action keys
  • 4-Way joystick for powerful pitch/modulation adjustment
  • 8 MPC pads with note repeat
  • Arpeggiator
  • 8 Assignable control pods for mixing, plugIn-control and much more
  • 6.3 mm jack input for sustain pedals
  • Power supply via USB, power adapter not required
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 317 x 181 x 44 mm
  • Weight: 748 g
  • Including software program (downloads): Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech, SONiVOX Wobble and Akai professional MPC Essentials

And then a video of the keyboardAkai MPK mini Mk2

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Akai MPK mini Mk2 review

Haken Audio Continuum Half Size vs Akai LPK 25

The keyboard Haken Audio Continuum Half Sizeis usually 40 € cheaper than Akai LPK 25, but the difference is so small that this can vary..

And then a video of the keyboard

Haken Audio Continuum Half Size

Akai LPK 25
  • Integrated sound generation
  • Polyphonic sliding tones dynamically playable via pressure as well as in a straight place
  • Fingerboard simultaneously processes data regarding the axes X, Y and Z in one to no more than 16 hands
  • X (left right) transfers the tone pitch for every note
  • Inches regarding the X axis corresponds to a range of 184 cents (73 cents per cm)
  • Complete tone range is the same as nearly 4 octaves
  • MIDI In/Out
  • Headphone production 6.3 mm jack
  • AES3 input and output XLR
  • CVC Audio production analogue
  • 2x Pedal connectors
  • Dimensions: 710 x 190 x 75 mm
  • body weight: 7.3 kg
  • USB-MIDI Controller functions with almost any audio software
  • 25 Velocity sensitive mini keys
  • Arpeggiator
  • Sustain button
  • Octave down and up along with faucet tempo keys
  • Plug-and-play USB connection for Mac and PC requires no driver installation
  • completely fits in a new laptop bag or in a backpack
  • Four programmable memory banking institutions
  • computer software editor for Mac and PC included
  • Power supply via USB Bus – no importance of one more power supply
  • Dimensions: 9.65 x 34.04 x 2.79 cm
  • body weight: 0.635 kg

And then a video of the keyboardAkai LPK 25

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Akai LPK 25 review

Haken Audio Continuum Half Size vs Swissonic EasyKey 49

The keyboard Haken Audio Continuum Half Sizeis usually 65 € cheaper than Swissonic EasyKey 49.

And then a video of the keyboard

Haken Audio Continuum Half Size

Swissonic EasyKey 49
  • Integrated sound generation
  • Polyphonic sliding tones dynamically playable via pressure as well as in a straight place
  • Fingerboard simultaneously processes data regarding the axes X, Y and Z in one to no more than 16 hands
  • X (left right) transfers the tone pitch for every note
  • Inches regarding the X axis corresponds to a range of 184 cents (73 cents per cm)
  • Complete tone range is the same as nearly 4 octaves
  • MIDI In/Out
  • Headphone production 6.3 mm jack
  • AES3 input and output XLR
  • CVC Audio production analogue
  • 2x Pedal connectors
  • Dimensions: 710 x 190 x 75 mm
  • body weight: 7.3 kg
  • 49 Full-size velocity sensitive secrets
  • Aluminium housing with side synthetic panels
  • Pitch flex- and modulation wheel
  • LED Display
  • 1 Fader for volume control
  • 1 Programmable rotary encoder
  • Octave key to transpose the pitch associated with the whole keyboard
  • 1 Pedal connector
  • 1 MIDI Out
  • Powered by USB
  • Compatible with Windows Vista, XP (SP1 and greater), Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10 and Mac OS X
  • Dimensions (WxHxD): 825 x 210 x 68 mm
  • Weight: 4.77 kg
  • Incl. 1 m USB Cable and Thomann Studio Starter Kit LE (software packet with DAW software, computer software synthesizers, as well as impacts plugins)

And then a video of the keyboardSwissonic EasyKey 49

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Swissonic EasyKey 49 review

Haken Audio Continuum Half Size vs Alesis Q49 Keyboard Controller

The keyboard Haken Audio Continuum Half Sizeis usually 62 € cheaper than Alesis Q49 Keyboard Controller.

And then a video of the keyboard

Haken Audio Continuum Half Size

Alesis Q49 Keyboard Controller
  • Integrated sound generation
  • Polyphonic sliding tones dynamically playable via pressure as well as in a straight place
  • Fingerboard simultaneously processes data regarding the axes X, Y and Z in one to no more than 16 hands
  • X (left right) transfers the tone pitch for every note
  • Inches regarding the X axis corresponds to a range of 184 cents (73 cents per cm)
  • Complete tone range is the same as nearly 4 octaves
  • MIDI In/Out
  • Headphone production 6.3 mm jack
  • AES3 input and output XLR
  • CVC Audio production analogue
  • 2x Pedal connectors
  • Dimensions: 710 x 190 x 75 mm
  • body weight: 7.3 kg
  • With 49 keys
  • Functions with virtually all music computer software and MIDI equipment devices
  • USB MIDI and conventional MIDI jacks for effortless link with Mac, Computer and outside MIDI hardware
  • Pitch- and modulation tires
  • Octave up and down buttons
  • Other settings included an assignable information slider, and also the power to deliver system changes from the secrets
  • Ableton Live Lite and Alesis Edition are included
  • Dimensions (WxDxH): 81.5 x 18.5 x 6 cm

And then a video of the keyboardAlesis Q49 Keyboard Controller

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Alesis Q49 Keyboard Controller review

Where to buy the keyboard Haken Audio Continuum Half Size

Thomann

  • Free Shipping.
  • Full warranty. If you have any problems, they take care of everything.
  • 100% reliable payment.
  • Leader in trouble-free shipping.
  • Usually Best price.
  • Best Reputation: They are the leading online store in Europe and have the best catalogue and information.

Amazon

  • Free Shipping and possibility of shipping in one day with Amazon Premium.
  • Full Guarantee but they are no experts in music equipment.
  • Sometimes better price.
  • He’s got worse stock than Thomann.

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Review MIDI keyboard CME Xkey 37 LE. Where to buy it?

I’ll tell you how this post is built. First I list the features of the CME Xkey 37 LE keyboard. Then you have a video or two, purchase links and useful comments from other users and then you have one of the most useful parts; comparison tables with similar keyboards so you can compare.

  • Connects to iOS products (needs optional Camera Connection Kit – maybe not included), Android tablets / smartphones, Microsoft Surface Pro, Mac or PC
  • 37 Velocity-sensitive keys with polyphonic aftertouch
  • Two pitch bend (Functionality that changes the sound wave of what you play and then returns to its original state) buttons
  • Modulation button
  • Two octave buttons (+/-)
  • Sustain button
  • Elegant aluminum housing
  • Class Compliant – is detected straight away without motorist installation
  • Dimensions: 55.3 x 13.5 x 1.6 cm
  • Weight: 880 g
  • Includes USB cable
  • Optional CME Xcable runs the CME XKey 37 LE with a MIDI Out jack and two jack clutches for sustain and phrase pedal (The most important pedal of a piano or keyboard is the sustain pedal and is used to keep the note playing even if you stop pressing the key.)s: Art.434623 (maybe not included)

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This keyboard usually has a price around 185.00 €

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Some comments from people who come to the forum about this model:

Comment:

Love this keyboard. It fits appropriate in front of my 13″ Macbook Pro.
They keys are complete size and therefore are a wonder to relax and play. The issue that is just that the aftertouch just isn’t working regardless of what you do. Therefore I’d suggest CME to drop the purchase price by ¤50 and eliminate marketing it as a polyphonic aftertouch keyboard.

CME Xkey 37 LE vs Akai MPK mini Mk2

The keyboard CME Xkey 37 LE is usually 97 € more expensive than Akai MPK mini Mk2.

And then a video of the keyboard

CME Xkey 37 LE

Akai MPK mini Mk2
  • Connects to iOS products (needs optional Camera Connection Kit – maybe not included), Android tablets / smartphones, Microsoft Surface Pro, Mac or PC
  • 37 Velocity-sensitive keys with polyphonic aftertouch
  • Two pitch bend buttons
  • Modulation button
  • Two octave buttons (+/-)
  • Sustain button
  • Elegant aluminum housing
  • Class Compliant – is detected straight away without motorist installation
  • Dimensions: 55.3 x 13.5 x 1.6 cm
  • Weight: 880 g
  • Includes USB cable
  • Optional CME Xcable runs the CME XKey 37 LE with a MIDI Out jack and two jack clutches for sustain and phrase pedals: Art.434623(maybe not included)
  • 25 Synth-Action keys
  • 4-Way joystick for powerful pitch/modulation adjustment
  • 8 MPC pads with note repeat
  • Arpeggiator
  • 8 Assignable control pods for mixing, plugIn-control and much more
  • 6.3 mm jack input for sustain pedals
  • Power supply via USB, power adapter not required
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 317 x 181 x 44 mm
  • Weight: 748 g
  • Including software program (downloads): Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech, SONiVOX Wobble and Akai professional MPC Essentials

And then a video of the keyboardAkai MPK mini Mk2

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Akai MPK mini Mk2 review

CME Xkey 37 LE vs Arturia Keystep

The keyboard CME Xkey 37 LE is usually 74 € more expensive than Arturia Keystep.

And then a video of the keyboard

CME Xkey 37 LE

Arturia Keystep
  • Connects to iOS products (needs optional Camera Connection Kit – maybe not included), Android tablets / smartphones, Microsoft Surface Pro, Mac or PC
  • 37 Velocity-sensitive keys with polyphonic aftertouch
  • Two pitch bend buttons
  • Modulation button
  • Two octave buttons (+/-)
  • Sustain button
  • Elegant aluminum housing
  • Class Compliant – is detected straight away without motorist installation
  • Dimensions: 55.3 x 13.5 x 1.6 cm
  • Weight: 880 g
  • Includes USB cable
  • Optional CME Xcable runs the CME XKey 37 LE with a MIDI Out jack and two jack clutches for sustain and phrase pedals:(maybe not included)
  • 32x Velocity-sensitive keys (Slimkey)
  • With aftertouch
  • Integrated polyphonic step sequencer
  • Up to 64 actions and 8 simultaneous records per step
  • 8-Mode Arpeggiator
  • Chord Play mode
  • Transport buttons
  • Pitch and modulation touch fader
  • Colour: White
  • Power connector
  • USB
  • MIDI In / Out
  • CV / gate output
  • Sync input and output
  • Sustain pedal input

And then a video of the keyboardArturia Keystep

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Arturia Keystep review

CME Xkey 37 LE vs M-Audio Keystation 88 MkII

The keyboard CME Xkey 37 LE is usually 36 € more expensive than M-Audio Keystation 88 MkII, but the difference is so small that this can vary..

And then a video of the keyboard

CME Xkey 37 LE

M-Audio Keystation 88 MkII
  • Connects to iOS products (needs optional Camera Connection Kit – maybe not included), Android tablets / smartphones, Microsoft Surface Pro, Mac or PC
  • 37 Velocity-sensitive keys with polyphonic aftertouch
  • Two pitch bend buttons
  • Modulation button
  • Two octave buttons (+/-)
  • Sustain button
  • Elegant aluminum housing
  • Class Compliant – is detected straight away without motorist installation
  • Dimensions: 55.3 x 13.5 x 1.6 cm
  • Weight: 880 g
  • Includes USB cable
  • Optional CME Xcable runs the CME XKey 37 LE with a MIDI Out jack and two jack clutches for sustain and phrase pedals.(maybe not included)
  • 88 Velocity-sensitive secrets
  • Transport switch for DAW control
  • Modulation wheel
  • Volume knob/control
  • Pitch wheel
  • Octave key
  • MIDI connection via USB and MIDI socket
  • Supports ipad Camera Connection Kit (available separately, maybe not included)
  • Connections: USB, 1 x MIDI, sustain pedal, phrase pedal (both 6.3 mm jack)
  • Power supply via USB slot or 9 V DC power adapter (optional, perhaps not included)
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): approx. 1346 x 240 x 100 mm
  • Weight: approx. 7.30 kg
  • Including computer software: Eighty-Eight Ensemble plugin from SONiVOX – Virtual Steinway CD 327 concert piano, Ableton Live Lite – recording pc software

And then a video of the keyboardM-Audio Keystation 88 MkII

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the M-Audio Keystation 88 MkII review

CME Xkey 37 LE vs Novation Impulse 49

The keyboard CME Xkey 37 LEis usually 37 € cheaper than Novation Impulse 49, but the difference is so small that this can vary..

And then a video of the keyboard

CME Xkey 37 LE

Novation Impulse 49
  • Connects to iOS products (needs optional Camera Connection Kit – maybe not included), Android tablets / smartphones, Microsoft Surface Pro, Mac or PC
  • 37 Velocity-sensitive keys with polyphonic aftertouch
  • Two pitch bend buttons
  • Modulation button
  • Two octave buttons (+/-)
  • Sustain button
  • Elegant aluminum housing
  • Class Compliant – is detected straight away without motorist installation
  • Dimensions: 55.3 x 13.5 x 1.6 cm
  • Weight: 880 g
  • Includes USB cable
  • Optional CME Xcable runs the CME XKey 37 LE with a MIDI Out jack and two jack clutches for sustain and phrase pedals(maybe not included)
  • 49 Keys
  • Semi-weighted action with aftertouch
  • Comprehensive DAW and plug-in control
  • 8x Backlit drum pads for designing arpeggios, rolling beats and establishing clips
  • 9x 55 mm Faders
  • 9 Mute / Solo buttons
  • 8 Encoders
  • 6 Transport settings
  • Pitch- and modulation wheel
  • 2 Octave / Transpose buttons
  • LCD display
  • USB connector
  • Expression- and sustain pedal connectors
  • MIDI I/O
  • Automap control pc software
  • Dimensions: 846 x 332 x 100 mm
  • body weight: 5 kg
  • Incl. Xcite+ Software Pack, Ableton Live Lite

And then a video of the keyboardNovation Impulse 49

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Novation Impulse 49 review

Where to buy the keyboard CME Xkey 37 LE

Amazon

  • Free Shipping and possibility of shipping in one day with Amazon Premium.
  • Full Guarantee but they are no experts in music equipment.
  • Sometimes better price.
  • He’s got worse stock than Thomann.

Thomann

  • Free Shipping.
  • Full warranty. If you have any problems, they take care of everything.
  • 100% reliable payment.
  • Leader in trouble-free shipping.
  • Usually Best price.
  • Best Reputation: They are the leading online store in Europe and have the best catalogue and information.

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Review MIDI keyboard Nektar Impact GX 49. Where to buy it?

Nektar Technology’s MIDI controllers offer unrivaled remote control for your music software and are packed with powerful features. They bridge the gap between software and hardware with Nektar DAW control for most major DAWs and performance tools that help you create music more intuitively. I’ll tell you how this post is built. First I list the features of this Nektar Impact GX 49 keyboard. Then you have a video or two, purchase links and useful comments from other users and then you have one of the most useful parts; comparison tables with similar keyboards so you can compare.

  • 49 ‘full size’ speed-sensitive keys with ‘synth-action
  • 4-speed curves
  • A total of 14 assignable MIDI buttons
  • Transport Controls: Play, Stop, Record, Rewind and Fast Forward
  • Advanced Transport Functions: Loop On/Off, Tap On/Off, Go to Locator, and Undo
  • Transposition and octave shift button backlit
  • Deep integration with the DAW including track volume/track selection, patch selection and more
  • Volume control of the mixture using the knobs
  • USB powered
  • Plug and play compatible
  • Connectors: Sustain pedal (6.35mm), USB
  • Includes Bitwig 8-track software (license per download)
  • Compatible with Windows 7, 8, 10, Mac osx 10.5 or higher, Linux Ubuntu 4.14
  • Compatible with ios with the Apple Camera Connection Kit (not included)
  • Compatible with all popular DAWs including Cubase, Nuendo, Logic, Reason, Bitwig, Studio One, Cakewalk Sonar, Digital Perfomer, Fruity Loops, Garageband and Reaper
  • Dimensions: 803 x 197 x 70mm
  • Weight: 2,18kg

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This MIDI keyboard is usually priced at around €79/£73/$80 and offers 49 full-size speed-sensitive keys with ‘synth-action’, allowing you to play or compose different musical ideas on your favorite DAW.

In addition to the control functions: transport buttons (rec, play, pause), octave up/down and in total 14 assignable MIDI buttons, plus pitch bend and modulation wheels.

In connections, the Nektar Impact GX 49 has an integrated sustain pedal input and a USB connection.

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Nektar Impact GX 49 vs Alesis V49

The Nektar Impact GX 49 MIDI Keyboard is priced at €79/£73/$80 and the Alesis V49 is priced at €91/£79/$91. Let’s go head to head:

  • Both offer 49 full-size keys.
  • The Nektar Impact GX 49 offers transport buttons (rec, play, pause), octave up/down and in total 14 assignable MIDI buttons, plus pitch bend and modulation wheels. While the Alesis V49 offers 8 speed-sensitive (MIDI language intensity) backlit pads, 4 assignable knobs and buttons, pitch bend and modulation wheels, and up/down octave buttons.
  • Both integrate a USB connection and a sustain pedal input.

Let’s put the features of these keyboards in a table so you can compare

Nektar Impact GX 49

Alesis V49
  • 49 speed-sensitive ‘full size’ keys with ‘synth-action’
  • 4-speed curves
  • A total of 14 assignable MIDI buttons
  • Transport Controls: Play, Stop, Record, Rewind and Fast Forward
  • Advanced Transport Functions: Loop On/Off, Tap On/Off, Go to Locator, and Undo
  • Transposition and octave shift button backlit
  • Deep integration with the DAW including track volume/track selection, patch selection and more
  • Volume control of the mixture using the knobs
  • USB powered
  • Plug and play compatible
  • Connectors: Sustain pedal (6.35mm), USB
  • Includes Bitwig 8-track software (license per download)
  • Compatible with Windows 7, 8, 10, Mac osx 10.5 or higher, Linux Ubuntu 4.14
  • Compatible with ios with the Apple Camera Connection Kit (not included)
  • Compatible with all popular DAWs including Cubase, Nuendo, Logic, Reason, Bitwig, Studio One, Cakewalk Sonar, Digital Perfomer, Fruity Loops, Garageband and Reaper
  • Dimensions: 803 x 197 x 70mm
  • Weight: 2,18kg
  • 49 full-size keys
  • Square front keys
  • 8 speed-sensitive backlit pads
  • 4 assignable knobs and 4 assignable buttons
  • Octave up and down buttons allow you to access the full keyboard range
  • Pitch and modulation wheels
  • Visual information through illuminated knobs and buttons
  • USB-powered and USB MIDI connectivity for Mac and PC
  • Includes USB cable, Ableton Live Lite software (download) and xpand!2 by Air Music Tech software (download)
  • Dimensions: 955 x 244 x 114 mm

In our first comparison, we have the Nektar Impact GX 49 which offers 49 keys with synth action, transport buttons (rec, play, pause), octave up/down and in total 14 assignable MIDI buttons, plus pitch bend and modulation wheels. And the Alesis V49 offers 49 full-size keys, 8 backlit velocity-sensitive pads (intensity in MIDI language), 4 assignable knobs and 4 buttons, pitch bend and modulation wheels and up/down octave buttons.

As an advantage of the Nektar Impact GX 49 we have a great compatibility with different DAWs, and as an advantage of the Alesis V49 we have its 4 assignable knobs and 4 buttons, and licenses that for beginners are very valued. Both are good MIDI controllers and you can make your decision according to your taste, both will be good options for their required price.

And here is a video of the Alesis V49 keyboard

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Alesis V49 review.

Nektar Impact GX 49 vs Roland A-49 Black

The Nektar Impact GX 49 MIDI Keyboard is priced at €79/£73/$80 and the Roland A-49 Black is priced at €169/£155/$170, with a noticeable difference of £107. Let’s go head to head:

  • Both offer 49 full-size keys.
  • The Nektar Impact GX 49 offers transport buttons (rec, play, pause), octave up/down and in total 14 assignable MIDI buttons, plus pitch bend and modulation wheels. While the Roland A-49 offers two controllers and two buttons, both assignable, a D-Beam controller, octave up/down buttons, and other function buttons.
  • The Nektar Impact GX 49 has an integrated USB connection and a sustain pedal input. The Roland A-49 has two inputs for both expression and sustain pedals, plus a MIDI output and USB connection.

Let’s put the features of these keyboards in a table so you can compare

Nektar Impact GX 49

Roland A-49 Black
  • 49 speed-sensitive ‘full size’ keys with ‘synth-action’
  • 4-speed curves
  • A total of 14 assignable MIDI buttons
  • Transport Controls: Play, Stop, Record, Rewind and Fast Forward
  • Advanced Transport Functions: Loop On/Off, Tap On/Off, Go to Locator, and Undo
  • Transposition and octave shift button backlit
  • Deep integration with the DAW including track volume/track selection, patch selection and more
  • Volume control of the mixture using the knobs
  • USB powered
  • Plug and play compatible
  • Connectors: Sustain pedal (6.35mm), USB
  • Includes Bitwig 8-track software (license per download)
  • Compatible with Windows 7, 8, 10, Mac osx 10.5 or higher, Linux Ubuntu 4.14
  • Compatible with ios with the Apple Camera Connection Kit (not included)
  • Compatible with all popular DAWs including Cubase, Nuendo, Logic, Reason, Bitwig, Studio One, Cakewalk Sonar, Digital Perfomer, Fruity Loops, Garageband and Reaper
  • Dimensions: 803 x 197 x 70mm
  • Weight: 2,18kg
  • 49 large-format sensitive keys
  • Compact design
  • Two regulators and two buttons
  • D-Beam Controller
  • Powered by USB
  • Sustain and Expression Pedal Connections (Jack)
  • MIDI out
  • USB Computer (USB type B)
  • Dimensions: 836 x 182 x 84 mm
  • Weight: 2.5 kg
  • Color: Black

In this comparison we have on the one hand the Nektar Impact GX 49 and its respective functions and features, and on the other hand the Roland A-49 Black which offers 49 large format sensitive keys, two controllers and two buttons, both assignable, a D-Beam controller (we will talk about this function later), octave up/down buttons, and buttons for other functions.

The advantages of the Nektar Impact GX 49 are its advanced transport functions and the buttons on these. The advantages of the Roland A-49 are its two assignable knobs and buttons, and also its D-Beam Controller function, which is a Roland patent, and is an infrared beam that is an interface that can control and manipulate sounds by hand movements interacting with an infrared beam of light. Due to this interesting function we can say that it is a better controller.

And here’s a video of the Roland A-49 Black keyboard

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Roland A-49 Black review

Nektar Impact GX 49 vs M-Audio Keystation 49 MK3

The Nektar Impact GX 49 MIDI Keyboard is priced at €79/£73/$80 when the M-Audio Keystation 49 MK3 is priced at €88/£75/$87, with a small difference of €11. Let’s go head to head:

  • Both offer 49 full-size keys.
  • The Nektar Impact GX 49 offers transport buttons (rec, play, pause), octave up/down and a total of 14 assignable MIDI buttons, plus pitch bend and modulation wheels. While the M-Audio Keystation 49 MK3 offers transport buttons (rec, play, pause), an assignable fader, movement buttons, octave up/down buttons, and pitch bend and modulation wheels.
  • Both feature an integrated USB connection and a sustain pedal input.

Let’s put the features of these keyboards in a table so you can compare

Nektar Impact GX 49

M-Audio Keystation 49 MK3
  • 49 speed-sensitive ‘full size’ keys with ‘synth-action’
  • 4 speed curves
  • A total of 14 assignable MIDI buttons
  • Transport Controls: Play, Stop, Record, Rewind and Fast Forward
  • Advanced Transport Functions: Loop On/Off, Tap On/Off, Go to Locator, and Undo
  • Transposition and octave shift button backlit
  • Deep integration with the DAW including track volume/track selection, patch selection and more
  • Volume control of the mixture using the knobs
  • USB powered
  • Plug and play compatible
  • Connectors: Sustain pedal (6.35mm), USB
  • Includes Bitwig 8-track software (license per download)
  • Compatible with Windows 7, 8, 10, Mac osx 10.5 or higher, Linux Ubuntu 4.14
  • Compatible with ios with the Apple Camera Connection Kit (not included)
  • Compatible with all popular DAWs including Cubase, Nuendo, Logic, Reason, Bitwig, Studio One, Cakewalk Sonar, Digital Perfomer, Fruity Loops, Garageband and Reaper
  • Dimensions: 803 x 197 x 70mm
  • Weight: 2,18kg
  • 49 speed-sensitive keys
  • Pitch bend and modulation wheels
  • Octave switch
  • Transport buttons for DAW control
  • A fader
  • 6.3 mm jack input for optional sustain pedal (not included)
  • USB bus-powered
  • Plug&Play for Mac and PC
  • Includes Pro Tools First M-Audio Edition, Ableton Live Lite, AIR Mini Grand, AIR Velvet, and AIR Xpand!2
  • Dimensions: 822 x 189 x 68 mm
  • Weight: 2.1 kg

In this comparison we have on the one hand the Nektar Impact GX 49 with its functions and features, and on the other hand we have the M-Audio Keystation 49 MK3 which offers 49 speed-sensitive keys, transport buttons (rec, play, pause), an assignable fader, movement buttons, octave up/down buttons and pitch bend and modulation wheels.

We found very similar MIDI controllers, with their respective advantages and disadvantages. The advantages of the Nektar Impact GX 49 are its advanced transport features, and the M-Audio Keystation 49 MK3 has an assignable fader. Both are good MIDI controllers for the price they demand.

Here’s a video of the M-Audio Keystation 49 MK3 keyboard

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the M-Audio Keystation 49 MK3 review.

Nektar Impact GX 49 vs Nektar Impact LX61+

The Nektar Impact GX 49 MIDI Keyboard is priced at €79/£73/$80 and the Nektar Impact LX61+ is priced at €148/£133/$148. Let’s move on to the face-to-face:

  • The Nektar Impact GX 49 offers 49 full-size keys. The Nektar Impact LX61+ offers 61 speed-sensitive keys.
  • The Nektar Impact GX 49 offers transport buttons (rec, play, pause), octave up/down and in total 14 assignable MIDI buttons, plus pitch bend and modulation wheels. The Nektar Impact LX61+ has 9 30mm faders, 8 rotary encoders, 9 assignable buttons, 6 transport buttons, octave up/down buttons, and pitch bend and modulation wheels.
  • Both integrate a USB connection and a sustain pedal input.

Let’s put the features of these keyboards in a table so you can compare

Nektar Impact GX 49

Nektar Impact LX61+
  • 49 speed-sensitive ‘full size’ keys with ‘synth-action’
  • 4 speed curves
  • A total of 14 assignable MIDI buttons
  • Transport Controls: Play, Stop, Record, Rewind and Fast Forward
  • Advanced Transport Functions: Loop On/Off, Tap On/Off, Go to Locator, and Undo
  • Transposition and octave shift button backlit
  • Deep integration with the DAW including track volume / track selection, patch selection and more
  • Volume control of the mixture using the knobs
  • USB powered
  • Plug and play compatible
  • Connectors: Sustain pedal (6.35mm), USB
  • Includes Bitwig 8-track software (license per download)
  • Compatible with Windows 7, 8, 10, Mac osx 10.5 or higher, Linux Ubuntu 4.14
  • Compatible with ios with the Apple Camera Connection Kit (not included)
  • Compatible with all popular DAWs including Cubase, Nuendo, Logic, Reason, Bitwig, Studio One, Cakewalk Sonar, Digital Perfomer, Fruity Loops, Garageband and Reaper
  • Dimensions: 803 x 197 x 70mm
  • Weight: 2,18kg
  • With 61 speed-sensitive keys
  • DAW integration including track volume and track selection, patch selection and more
  • Suitable for all popular DAWs, including Logic, Cubase, Studio One, Reason, Bitwig and more
  • 9 faders of 30mm
  • 8 rotary encoders
  • 9 assignable buttons
  • 6 transport buttons
  • Octave shift
  • Transposition switches
  • Pitch bend and modulation wheels
  • 4 speed curves plus 3 fixed speeds
  • 8 speed-sensitive pads with 4-color LED illumination providing 4 pad assignments and ‘learn’ pad function
  • Clip and scene switches for clip-based DAWs
  • Extended transport controls, including click, go to locator and more
  • 5 memory locations for user-defined parameter settings
  • Native USB support for real Plug ‘n Play
  • USB bus-powered
  • Connectors: Input for TS Footswitch jack 1/4″, USB
  • WIN 7 or higher, MAC OSX 10.7 or higher
  • Includes Bitwig 8-Track software download
  • Dimensions: 965 x 267 x 76mm approx.
  • Weight: 4,1kg

In this comparison we have on the one hand the Nektar Impact GX 49 which we analysed earlier, and on the other hand we have the Nektar Impact LX61+ which offers 61 speed sensitive keys, 9 30mm faders, 8 rotary encoders, 9 assignable buttons, 6 transport buttons, octave up/down buttons and pitch bend and modulation wheels.

As we have shared before, the Nektar Impact GX 49 has the advantage of advanced transport functions, however the Nektar Impact LX61+ outperforms it by having many more control functions such as: faders, knobs, and assignable buttons, making it a superior MIDI controller, its price difference is fully valid and deserves to be covered.

And here’s a video of the Nektar Impact LX61+ keyboard

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Nektar Impact LX61+ review.

Nektar Impact GX 49 vs Alesis V61

The Nektar Impact GX 49 MIDI Keyboard is priced at €79/£73/$80 when the Alesis V61 is priced at €144/£122/$142. We’ll move on to the face-to-face:

  • The Nektar Impact GX 49 offers 49 full-size keys. The Alesis V61 offers 61 speed-sensitive keys.
  • The Nektar Impact GX 49 offers transport buttons (rec, play, pause), octave up/down and in total 14 assignable MIDI buttons, plus pitch bend and modulation wheels. While the Alesis V61 offers 8 speed-sensitive backlit pads, 4 assignable knobs and 4 assignable buttons, octave up/down buttons and pitch and modulation wheels.
  • Both integrate a USB connection and a sustain pedal input.

Let’s put the features of these keyboards in a table so you can compare

Nektar Impact GX 49

Alesis V61
  • 49 speed-sensitive ‘full size’ keys with ‘synth-action’
  • 4-speed curves
  • A total of 14 assignable MIDI buttons
  • Transport Controls: Play, Stop, Record, Rewind and Fast Forward
  • Advanced Transport Functions: Loop On/Off, Tap On/Off, Go to Locator, and Undo
  • Transposition and octave shift button backlit
  • Deep integration with the DAW including track volume/track selection, patch selection and more
  • Volume control of the mixture using the knobs
  • USB powered
  • Plug and play compatible
  • Connectors: Sustain pedal (6.35mm), USB
  • Includes Bitwig 8-track software (license per download)
  • Compatible with Windows 7, 8, 10, Mac osx 10.5 or higher, Linux Ubuntu 4.14
  • Compatible with ios with the Apple Camera Connection Kit (not included)
  • Compatible with all popular DAWs including Cubase, Nuendo, Logic, Reason, Bitwig, Studio One, Cakewalk Sonar, Digital Perfomer, Fruity Loops, Garageband and Reaper
  • Dimensions: 803 x 197 x 70mm
  • Weight: 2,18kg
  • 61 full-size keys
  • Square front keys
  • 8 speed-sensitive backlit pads
  • 4 assignable knobs and 4 assignable buttons
  • Octave up and down buttons allow you to access the full keyboard range
  • Pitch and modulation wheels
  • Visual information through illuminated knobs and buttons
  • USB-powered and USB MIDI connectivity for Mac and PC
  • Includes USB cable, Ableton Live Lite software (download) and xpand!2 by Air Music Tech software (download)

In our latest comparison we have the Nektar Impact GX 49 which has its features and functions that we analysed earlier. And the Alesis V61 which offers 61 full-size keys, 8 speed-sensitive backlit pads, 4 assignable knobs and 4 assignable buttons, octave up and down buttons and pitch and modulation wheels.

The Nektar Impact GX 49’s advantage is its advanced transport features, as discussed above. And as an advantage of the Alesis V61 we can count on its backlit pads and its 4 assignable knobs and 4 buttons which as control functions come in very handy. The Alesis V61 is a better MIDI controller, and has a slight difference that is worth acquiring.

Now a video of the Alesis V61

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Alesis V61 review.

Which is the best of these MIDI keyboards if I am a beginner on a low budget?

While the answer to this question lies mostly in what specific need you have, for example, if you want to have a keyboard with the widest range of notes possible, or if you want to have as many control functions as possible, or perhaps a mix between the two, that is without leaving behind the different connections and software licenses that most MIDI controllers offer, we will give an objective opinion according to our experience in music production and thus also with the price demanded by the controllers, a kind of value for money.

In this post we find a set of relatively cheap MIDI controllers with a price not higher than 172 As a star product, we can name the Nektar Impact LX61+ which offers 61 keys and control functions that this excellent and among others we have: pads, faders, encoders and buttons, all assignable. In addition to a sustain pedal input, as we realize for a fair price it offers many functions and features. If you have the chance, go for it.

Where to buy the Nektar Impact GX 49 keyboard

Thomann

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