Novation Impulse User Manual

16
English
Interfacing to MIDI hardware
MIDI Out
MIDI In
USB
AC to USB power adapter
(not supplied)
You can also use Impulse to directly control other MIDI-compatible hardware, such as sound
modules, FX processors, and so on. To do so, use the standard MIDI ports on the Impulse rear
panel and standard 5-pin DIN MIDI cables. As there is no computer to supply Impulse with DC
power, you will need to use a separate AC-to-DC adapter designed for USB-powered devices.
This is the arrangement you might want to employ in live performance, for example, to avoid the
need for an on-stage computer.
Using external hardware and a computer together
Control information
USB
Power
Feedback - LCD Screen
MIDI
MIDI
You may wish to use your music software and one or more hardware devices, such as your
favourite sound modules, etc., as well as Impulse. In this situation, you can make use of both
the USB and DIN ports for MIDI data transfer. The USB port will connect to your computer in
the normal manner, while the DIN ports will connect to the external hardware. Impulse lets you
select whether the external devices are to be controlled by the computer, or from Impulse. See
“Midi Out Source” on page 21.

Novation Impulse Specifications

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