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Impact LX88 88-Key USB MIDI Controller
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KEYBOARD
The 88 note semi-weighted, velocity sensitive keyboard delivers a balanced medium tension. The full-size, piano-style keys are covered to protect against dirt and dust while also complementing the Impact LX88 design. With 4 velocity curves gradually increasing in dynamics, and 3 fixed velocity levels, there is choice for any playing style. Transpose buttons as well as pitch bend and modulation wheels are within reach, so you quickly can shift the keyboard up or down as needed.
SPLIT, LAYER & TRANSPOSE BUTTONS
The Impact LX88 keyboard can send on up to 3 zones at the same time. Each zone can be programmed to send on it's own unique MIDI channel with essential settings either pre-programmed or adjustable during performance. Four functions are selectable on the fly so you can make important changes at any time, even while you play.
CONTROL CENTER
Nine 30mm faders, 9 MIDI buttons and 8 encoders are at the center of Impact LX88's control panel. Each control is fully programmable to send any MIDI CC message for use with hardware or software MIDI products. Used with Nektar DAW integration, the controls take on a life of their own, providing flexible pre-mapped DAW control giving you the best of both worlds. Control settings can be stored in any of the 5 Impact LX88 presets for recall at any time. And if you switch Null on for Presets, any parameter values are stored when you change presets so you avoid parameter jumping.
PADS
For groove and beat creation Impact LX88'S 8 velocity sensitive pads makes life easy. Each of the large 3x3cm pads can be assigned to any MIDI note number or MIDI cc message, for use as MIDI trigger or toggle buttons. But the best part is the "Pad Learn" feature which allows you to just select a pad, play the note or drum sound you want on the keyboard and assignment is done. No complex menus for a task that's essential for getting the most out of your pads. Assignments are stored over power cycling so you don't lose your settings when you switch your system off for the night. In addition, 4 pad map locations can store your settings for future recall.
Specifications:
Keyboard
• 88-note velocity-sensitive semi-weighted keyboard
• 4 velocity curves plus 3 fixed
• Pitch bend & Modulation assignable wheels
• Split and Layer buttons to activate and deactivate zones
• Transpose shift buttons
• Foot switch pedal socket (sustain)
Pads
• 8 velocity sensitive pads
• 4 velocity curves plus 3 fixed
• Note-learn
• Pads assignable notes and MIDI cc messages
• Load or Save to any of 4 pad maps
Controls
• 8 potentiometers
• 9 30mm faders
• 9 assignable buttons
• 6 dedicated transport buttons
• 5 preset locations store control settings
• Integration files for major DAWs
Connections
• Foot switch (sustain) 1/4" jack input (pedal not included)
• MIDI Out (can be routed from LX88 or from DAW)
• USB port for power and communication with computer and iPad (via optional USB camera connection kit)
• Power supply socket (PSU optional) 9v 600mA, center positive, 2.1mm barrel connector
Weight & Dimensions
Dimensions: 50.25" (L) x 11" (W) x 3.5" (H)
Weight: 18 lbs
System Requirements
Class compliant (no driver needed): OSX and Windows XP or higher
Daw Integration
Mac OS X 10.7 or higher, Windows Vista, 7 & 8 or higher
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| Product | SKU | Qty |
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| Impact LX88 88-Key USB MIDI Controller | 439385 |
