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Novation Impulse 49

9,5/10 (3 reviews)
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Product information

Key specs

Number of keys
49
Weighted keys
Yes, semi-weighted
Velocity sensitivity
Yes
Pitch-bend wheel
Yes
Number of drum pads
8
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Pros and cons

According to our MIDI keyboard expert
  • Suitable for live performance and music production.
  • The semi-weighted keys with aftertouch play nice.
  • Has an arpeggiator with 8 settings on board.
  • The supplied version of Ableton is limited.
  • Because of the many functions it may be difficult for beginners.
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Description

 

The Novation Impulse 49 is an extensive MIDI keyboard with 49 semi-weighted touch sensitive keys with aftertouch. In addition, this Novation keyboard has performance pads, knobs and faders that you can use for all kinds of functions of your software or hardware. This makes the Novation Impulse 49 also very suitable for live performance and producers who would like to use 1 device for all their MIDI controls .

 

The Novation Impulse 49 is an extensive MIDI keyboard with 49 semi-weighted touch sensitive keys with aftertouch. In addition, this Novation keyboard has performance pads, knobs and faders that you can use for all kinds of functions of your software or hardware. This makes the Novation Impulse 49 also very suitable for live performance and producers who would like to use 1 device for all their MIDI controls .

Included by default

  • Manual
  • USB cable
  • Access to Sound Collective
  • Ableton Live Lite (download)
  • Novation Bass Station VST and AU plugin (download)
  • Novation V Station VST and AU plugin (download)
  • 4 GB Loopmasters samples (download)
  • XLN Audio Addictive Keys (download)
  • Manual (download)
  • Quick start guide

Included by default

  • USB cable
  • Access to Sound Collective
  • Ableton Live Lite (download)
  • Novation Bass Station VST and AU plugin (download)
  • Novation V Station VST and AU plugin (download)
  • 4 GB Loopmasters samples (download)
  • XLN Audio Addictive Keys (download)
  • Manual (download)
  • Quick start guide

Key specs

Number of keys
49
Weighted keys
Yes, semi-weighted
Velocity sensitivity
Yes
Pitch-bend wheel
Yes
Number of drum pads
8
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Reviews

3 reviews
9,5/10 (3 reviews)

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9,6/10

Nice device

  • Robust
  • Clear display
  • more expensive than the competition
  • Danny
  • 28 September 2014
  • Automatically translated from Dutch
9,6/10

Nice controller, very flexible and plays well

  • Extremely flexible in terms of custom settings
  • nice keyboard
  • It's still plastic
  • Ron
  • 13 June 2020
  • Automatically translated from Dutch
9,2/10

musical midi keyboard

  • just works with all Mac OS X versions
  • good screen with clear info
  • slightly steeper learning curve
  • Pw baltink
  • 14 January 2021
  • Automatically translated from Dutch
9,6/10

Nice device

  • Robust
  • Clear display
  • High-quality faders, pads, buttons
  • more expensive than the competition

There are cheaper MIDI controllers/keyboards on the market, but the difference is usually in the finish: controls (faders, pads, etc) that lack confidence, keyboard that feels very "plastic", etc. Novation Impulse none of that, the device makes a very solid impression.
Novation includes software (Automap) that allows you to assign the controls within different software (Cubase, Ableton, etc) to the functions you prefer. This works well, I haven't had any problems with this yet. Of course you have to find out how this works, basic knowledge of a PC is required. To take full advantage of its capabilities, you need to realize that it's not just a "plug-and-play" device. However, I assume that someone using Cubase or Ableton (or...) has enough knowledge to also connect a MIDI keyboard.
I have given 5 stars for "quality" but that of course depends on the software you use, because the Impulse is a controller and in other words does not even have sounds on board. However, the available MIDI in/out connections allow you to connect an external sound module, so you don't necessarily need a PC to make music.
All in all a nice device that covers my needs completely.

  • Danny
  • 28 September 2014
  • Automatically translated from Dutch
9,6/10

Nice controller, very flexible and plays well

  • Extremely flexible in terms of custom settings
  • nice keyboard
  • It's still plastic

Fits well, does what it's supposed to do and looks nice too.

  • Ron
  • 13 June 2020
  • Automatically translated from Dutch
9,2/10

musical midi keyboard

  • just works with all Mac OS X versions
  • good screen with clear info
  • integration with ableton and collaboration with push
  • slightly steeper learning curve

First, we like that the screen is in the middle. The Novation Impulse 49 is great for those looking for a solid MIDI keyboard. It is a good keyboard for beginners and if you are serious about using your computer for music as a producer then this MIDI keyboard is a must.
Are there better MIDI keyboards available? Of course. However, for the price it is very good and you will not easily find something better in this price range.
If you use or would like to use Ableton, we recommend choosing a Novation keyboard. They're best for Ableton and pretty good for DAWs too.

  • Pw baltink
  • 14 January 2021
  • Automatically translated from Dutch
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Specifications

Product

Product number
457693
Manufacturer code
RNO IMPULSE-49
Brand
Novation
Warranty
2 years
Processing of your defect
Via Coolblue
Old product returned for free
Yes

Keys

Number of keys
49
Velocity sensitivity
Yes
Weighted keys
Yes, semi-weighted
Mallet mechanism
No
Full-size toetsen
Yes
Lighted keys
No
Aftertouch
Yes
Maximum polyphony
49
Octave buttons
Yes
Modulation wheel
Yes
Pitch-bend wheel
Yes

Programmable drum pads, buttons, and faders

Programmable drum pads
Yes
Number of drum pads
8
Velocity-sensitive drum pads
Yes
Backlit drum pads
Yes
Programmable rotary controls
Yes
Number of rotary knobs
8
Programmable push buttons
Yes
Number of buttons
9
Programmable faders
Yes
Number of faders
9

Sequencing

Step sequencer
No
Arpeggiator
Yes

USB connectors

USB port
No

MIDI connectors

MIDI input
Yes
Number of MIDI inputs
1
MIDI output
Yes
Number of MIDI outputs
1
MIDI throughput
No

Foot pedal

Number of foot pedal connectors
2
Foot pedal connections
Expression, Sustain

Display

Display
Yes
Screen size
2 inches
Color screen
No
Touchscreen
No

Audio software

Audio software included
Yes
Included audio software
Ableton Live Lite, Loopmaster 4GB samples, Novation Bass Station VST + AU plugin, Novation V Station VST + AU plugin, XLN Audio Addictive Keys

Physical properties

Depth
333 mm
Height
99 mm
Width
846 mm
Weight
5 kg
Material
Plastic

Power supply

Power source
Yes
Power supply type
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