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General| Velocity Sensitive | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aftertouch | Yes |
| Faders | 9 |
| Knobs | 8 |
| Transport Controls | Yes |
| Arpeggiator | Yes |
| Keyboard Type | Semi-weighted |
| Aftertouch Type | Channel |
| Key Count | 25, 49, 61 |
| Pads | 8 |
| Display | LCD |
| MIDI I/O | MIDI In/Out |
| Power | USB powered |
| Type | MIDI Controller |
| Connections | USB, MIDI In/Out, Sustain Pedal |
| Software | Ableton Live Lite, Novation Bass Station |
| Pads Type | Velocity-sensitive backlit pads |
| Controls | Knobs, faders, buttons, pads |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Pedal Inputs | Sustain, Expression |
| Software Included | Ableton Live Lite, Novation Bass Station |
| Power Supply | USB |
| Dimensions (49-key) | 864mm (W) x 332mm (D) x 100mm (H) |
| Weight (49-key) | 5 kg |
Compliance statement for the USA, including FCC rules and user advice.
Compliance statement for Canada, including ICES-003 regulations.
Highlights of the Novation Impulse MIDI controller keyboard's capabilities.
Guidance on how to use the manual and its intended audience.
Lists all the items included in the Impulse product packaging.
Details on how to power the Impulse, including USB and adapter usage.
Definitions of terms used throughout the user guide for clarity.
Identifies and explains assignable and non-assignable controls on the top panel.
Detailed description of controls that can be user-assigned to parameters.
Description of controls with fixed functions, independent of setup.
Details the ports and connectors available on the rear of the Impulse.
Explains connecting the Impulse to a computer via USB for music software.
Describes using Novation's Automap software for intelligent control.
Explains manual assignment of controls for advanced users.
Guide on connecting Impulse to external MIDI devices without a computer.
Instructions for integrating Impulse with both computer and external gear.
Explains the Impulse's LCD display and how to navigate its menus.
Instructions on how to load and save custom controller configurations.
How to access and use the built-in help system for controls.
Step-by-step guide to editing and assigning MIDI parameters.
How to check control assignments without sending MIDI data.
Accessing global controller settings that apply across all templates.
Configure which MIDI ports (USB/DIN) are used for the selected template.
Adjusts how pad/key velocity affects note volume and expression.
Enables or disables channel aftertouch for keys, affecting MIDI data.
Enables and configures keyboard zones for unique MIDI settings per region.
Detailed settings for zones, including end note, octave, channel, and ports.
Accesses parameters to configure the Arpeggiator's sync, gate, and swing.
How to set the tempo for Arpeggiator and Roll modes manually or via clock.
Covers introduction, installation, and firmware updates for Automap 4.
Steps to set up your Digital Audio Workstation for Automap 4 control.
Explains mode buttons, Automap mode, and mapping editor functions.
Details fader mapping and track navigation for different Impulse models.
Functionality of Mute/Solo buttons and Bank Up/Down navigation.
Guide to using Impulse with Ableton Live Lite, including setup and features.
Common issues and their solutions for Impulse operation.
Technical details of parameters and ranges for faders, encoders, and mod wheel.
Technical details of parameters and ranges for the drum pads.
Technical details of parameters and ranges for various button types.
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