Nektar Impact LX61 mk3

For Seamless DAW Integration and an Improved Creative Workflow!

The Impact LX mk3 series from Nektar features four MIDI controller keyboards – LX25, LX49, LX61 and LX88 – designed for a personalised, DAW-integrated workflow that enhances both performance and production. A redesigned keyboard delivers expressive, clean mechanics with refined key response, while high-resolution encoders and coloured LED keys support intuitive parameter control and DAW navigation.

An outstanding feature is the dedicated DAW looper, which enables hands-free creation and editing of loops directly from the controller. This works seamlessly with linear, timeline-based DAWs and also supports clip launchers. Timeline scrolling, loop recording and loop-point adjustments are controlled via LED keys and the large encoder, boosting recording efficiency and creativity.

The global encoder offers three switchable modes with Nektar DAW integration: channel volume, instrument cutoff and control selection for all DAW/plugin parameters. Fine 10-bit-resolution control and the real-time parameter value display deliver studio-grade precision. The controller supports Native Instruments' NKS standard and integrates with Komplete Select to enable immediate control of any NKS-compatible plugin in any DAW.

Eight velocity-sensitive LED pads come pre-mapped for common drum instruments but are fully customisable. The Mixer and Instrument modes provide hands-on control of faders, encoders, sends, pan and plugin parameters with preset templates for popular virtual instruments.

Advanced Performance Tools Include:

• Scale Mode: Restricts notes to a selected scale.
• Chord Mode: Plays 2-6 note chords with user presets and inversions.
• Hold Mode: Provides legato or flexible sustain.
• Transpose: Shifts the key globally, affecting all active modes.

Hardware highlights include USB-C connectivity, 8 faders, 8 full-resolution encoders, 8 pads, transport controls, a bright LED display and full MIDI programmability. The LX88 mk3 features semi-weighted keys, while the LX25 mk3, LX49 mk3 and LX61 mk3 use a synthesizer-action keybed.