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product_id: 29925942
title: "Nektar Impact GX49"
brand: "nektar"
price: "33820 kr"
currency: ISK
in_stock: null
reviews_count: 5
url: https://www.desertcart.is/products/29925942-nektar-impact-gx49
store_origin: IS
region: Iceland
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# USB plug-and-play connectivity 49 full-size synth-action keys Seamless Nektar DAW integration Nektar Impact GX49

**Brand:** nektar
**Price:** 33820 kr
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your sound game with the Impact GX49 — where pro control meets instant inspiration.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Nektar Impact GX49 by nektar
- **How much does it cost?** 33820 kr with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.is](https://www.desertcart.is/products/29925942-nektar-impact-gx49)

## Best For

- nektar enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted nektar brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Instant Music-Making:** Includes Bigwig Studio 8-track DAW and sound package—start producing right out of the box.
- • **Dynamic Control Suite:** Pitch bend, modulation wheels, octave & transpose buttons, plus sustain pedal input for full creative freedom.
- • **Pro-Level Playability:** 49 velocity-sensitive synth-action keys deliver expressive control for every note.
- • **Effortless Studio Sync:** Native Nektar DAW integration streamlines your workflow across popular music software.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Works flawlessly with Mac, PC, iOS, and all major MIDI applications—create anywhere.

## Overview

The Impact GX49 is a sleek, 49-key USB MIDI controller keyboard featuring velocity-sensitive synth-action keys, comprehensive MIDI functionality, and seamless Nektar DAW integration. Compatible with Mac, PC, iOS, and all major MIDI software, it includes pitch/mod wheels, octave/transpose controls, and a sustain pedal socket. Bundled with Bigwig Studio 8-track DAW and sound content, it offers exceptional value for musicians and producers seeking professional-grade performance and plug-and-play convenience.

## Description

See below

## Features

- MIDI controller keyboard compatible with all MIDI software. 49 full-size synth-action keys, pitch bend and modulation wheels + octave & transpose buttons + sustain pedal socket. Excellent quality and value for money.
- Nektar DAW integration for most popular DAWs
- Comprehensive MIDI functionailty. Compatible with all MIDI music software applications
- Mac, PC and iOS Compatible
- Includes Bigwig Studio 8-track DAW + sound content package

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Style | Full Size Keys |
| Color | Black |
| Platform | iOS, Mac |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Instrument | Keyboard |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Connector Type | USB |
| Hardware Connectivity | USB |
| Keyboard Description | MIDI music keyboard |
| Control Type | Keyboard Controller |
| Number of Keys | 49 |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Additional Features | Velocity Sensitive Keys, Studio Recording, Keyboard Controller |
| Compatible Devices | Windows, OSX, Linux, iOS devices |
| Size | 49 Keys |
| Item Weight | 2.2 Kilograms |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Nektar
- **Number of Keys:** 49
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Special Feature:** Velocity Sensitive Keys, Studio Recording, Keyboard Controller
- **Model Name:** Impact GX

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: What comes in the box?**
A: We include the following with the keyboard:
USB Cable
Bitwig 8-Track Download
One (1) Year Limited Warranty

**Q: Is there a audio output to connect to a speaker?**
A: There is no audio output. Your computer sound card generates the audio though you may have to buy a better audio interface to improve audio performance.

**Q: Is there a keyboard stand that fits the nektar impact gx49?**
A: The Nektar impact is shallow so universal stands will be much deeper; however, width is not an issue. I purchased a Yamaha single brace stand with stops at the end. It works very well.

**Q: My son is 8 year old learning piano.  We are going away for 3 weeks and he needs to practice during trip. Can he use it as a regular piano?**
A: For sure, I have one but you have to know that the keys arent weighted as much. I believe this was made more for composing/production the keys are springy compared to a piano but just to stay up on scales chords and stuff i think it would be great.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The keys are good and the build is solid
*by M***N on August 4, 2017*

My last midi keyboard was the Akai MPK49. The keys were great, the build was solid, and it had all the bell and whistles one could want...and it was huge. The footprint was so big it took up too much desk space. I also quickly realized that connected via usb it had latency that wasn't good enough for real time playing. I got an external midi box (midiman 2x2) and a power supply, and everything was great.It was also $400.When I moved I sold it, and set out to find something a little more paired down. It needed good keys, transport controls, and no latency.I checked out Novation's Launch Key (still big and the keys felt terrible), M-Audio Keystation II (keys were terrible as well), the Alesis v49 (key were fine but squeaked).I briefly thought about the Novation Impulse - it gets rave reviews - but I just wanted something simple, small, and with a good key feel.After reading way too much about midi keyboards I ordered the Nektar GX49 without even testing it (you can't really...Guitar Center isn't really keeping them in stock, nor is anyone else).It's footprint is about as small as you can get for a full sized 49 key keyboard. The build is good. The keys are surprisingly good and the integration with most DAWs is incredible. I tried out Reason first and switching between tracks and patches within instruments is flawless. The buttons to do so are soft rubber and silent (unlike the clickiness of the Akai). The octave, transpose, and transport buttons are simple, clear, and use orange, red, blue, green and yellow to denote status and are subtle yet perfect in showing you exactly what you need to know. I tried Reaper second, which was equally as good.It has zero latency (well 14ms but that's normal for my DAW at a buffer rate of 512 samples).It's bus powered and honestly I don't really have anything I can point to that's not good except - the transport controls don't seem to work in Ableton Live. I've only had it for a day, and I've contacted Nektar so we'll see, but weirdly the only major daw that doesn't have Nektar's DAW integration software is Ableton (there's something going on there...no idea what - but the Akai's transport didn't work with Live either). There's an entire page of the user manual about using MMC to enabled transport controls, which I thought Live could handle, but I'm either missing something or the transport really only works for non clip based DAWs (so all of them except Live).So, instead of going for the $300 Novation or making the mistake of getting another Akai (the 249) for $400 - I got a Nektar for $100.It's really good. I'm impressed.Edit (day 2)O.k. so I set up an account when I registered the GX49 and last night I opened a ticket asking how to get the transport to work in Ableton Live. Today when I checked my email I was shocked that there was a response with a suggestion to install a remote script.This afternoon I tried and it didn't work. So I wrote back and thought "You'll never hear from Nektar late on a Friday".A few hours later a second Nektar person got back to me (the first was customer service, the second more of a techie) with a fix.It took less than 10 seconds - nothing new, just changing a setting - and now the transport controls work in Ableton Live.For anyone looking for a good, inexpensive keyboard - this is it.Here's the fix by the way:1. Press the 'Setup' button2. Press key A2 (labeled 'USB Port Setup')3. Press key B3 (labeled with a '2')4. Press key C5 (labeled 'Enter')The transport only works with the overall project (not clip in session view), but that's honestly for another controller.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great sensitivity,  works with studio one 7
*by T***R on August 9, 2025*

Comparing this to my roland ds88 that has weighted keys, I love it. It fits perfectly on my desk. Touch sensitivity is perfect. Works great with studio one 7

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great midi controller, just one hiccup
*by M***T on February 22, 2025*

Setup was very easy and unit was recognized quickly with my DAW, currently using Reaper but I also tested it with Bitwig Studio. At first I was a little concerned because the notes weren't matching in either of the DAWs and I couldn't figure out how to correct it. After searching online, I found the controller just needed a hard reset, now everything works as it's supposed to. Definitely happy with my purchase!

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*Last updated: 2026-02-10*