Nektar Impact LX25mk3 MIDI keyboard
Record and monitor in real time with drivers that outperform typical USB interfaces, making the LT 4 a responsive tool for serious creators.
LOOPBACK AUDIO
Easily mix in system audio with your session for podcasting, streaming, and content creation, no extra hardware required.
REMOTE SOFTWARE INTEGRATION
Control your direct-monitoring mixer from Fender Studio Pro or Fender Universal Control on your computer or supported mobile device, even when you’re away from the interface.
FEATURES
- High-Performance 2 x 2 USB-C Interface – Custom low-latency drivers for responsive, real-time recording.
- MAX-HD Mic Preamp with 75 dB Gain – Transparent, low-noise capture for any microphone, from delicate condensers to gain-hungry ribbons.
- Fender-Designed Instrument Input – Optimized for guitars, basses, and other instruments for plug-and-play clarity.
- Integrated Line Input — for connecting external gear like mic pres, synths, mixers, and other line-level devices.
- Balanced TRS Outputs & Headphone Amp – Flexible monitoring for home, studio, or mobile setups.
- Loopback Audio – Stream, podcast, or create monitor mixes easily.
- Standalone Mixer Mode – Use LT 2 as an analog mixer without a computer or DAW.
- Software Integration – Seamless connectivity with Fender Studio Pro and Universal Control for remote mix adjustments.
- Built-in MyFender Access – Quick setup, registration, and support.
Description
MIDI keyboard with 25 keys, 8 velocity sensitive drum pads, 9 encoders, 6 transport buttons, pitch- and mod-wheel and more. Native Instruments NKS support. Software bundle includes NI Komplete Select 15, Bitwig Studio 8-track DAW and MOK Miniraze plugin synth.
Nektar Impact LX25 mk3 är en mångsidig och kompakt MIDI-klaviatur med 25 anslagskänsliga synth-action-tangenter, utformad för att ge maximal kontroll i ett smidigt format. Den nya, förbättrade tangentmekaniken erbjuder en mer uttrycksfull spelkänsla som passar både nybörjare och mer erfarna musiker. Klaviaturen är utrustad med 8 programmerbara rattar, 8 velocity-känsliga pads med LED-belysning, transportkontroller och en stor "Data/Select"-ratt – allt för att ge dig direkt tillgång till dina favoritfunktioner i DAW-program som Logic, Cubase, Ableton Live, FL Studio med flera. Nektars kraftfulla DAW-integration gör att du slipper tidsödande inställningar – allt fungerar smidigt direkt ur lådan. Impact LX25 mk3 är även NKS-kompatibel, vilket innebär att du kan styra kompatibla plug-ins med fullständig parameterkontroll och visuell feedback. Dessutom finns en full oktavknapp, pitchbend- och modulationshjul samt möjlighet att spara och ladda anpassade presets. Sammanfattningsvis är detta ett utmärkt val för producenter, musiker och låtskrivare som söker en portabel men funktionsrik MIDI-kontroller med både djup och flexibilitet. Perfekt för både studion och det mobila musikskapandet.
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Impact LX mk3: The MIDI keyboard that goes beyond MIDI.
Impact LX mk3 MIDI controller keyboards combine an expressive, redesigned keybed with 9 full-resolution encoders, 8 faders, 8 velocity sensitive pads and tons of buttons to give you instant access to performance or DAW integration features. New performance features include Scale, Chord and Hold with Nektar custom DAW integration bringing the best out of controls with innovative new features and a workflow tailored to compatible DAWs. Impact LX mk3 also supports Native Instruments NKS control standard which ensures compatibility with thousands of plugins even in DAWs not supported by Nektar DAW integration. With Impact LX mk3 the hard work is done, so you can focus on your creativity.
Feel Every Note
The newly redesigned keybed is truly worthy — smooth, responsive, and built for expressive play. With minimal friction and a firm touch, it lets you connect more deeply with your instruments. Paired with pitch bend and modulation wheels, plus a footswitch input for sustain, you’ve got everything you need to shape your sound with nuance and emotion.
Effortless Control at full resolution
The encoders are the foundation of control and constantly in use. So their solid and precise performance is important. You get near-enough a full resolution in one rotation without skipping a step. Working seamlessly with Nektar DAW integration you get relative control which means no parameter jumping or pickup functions to worry about.
Precision at Your Fingertips: Global Encoder & Display Feedback
If you had to pick just one control, the large global encoder would be it. Offering the same benefits as the other encoders but with added precision, thanks to its larger surface, it’s your ultimate tool for fine-tuning. The best part? It works independently of mode selection and has a bunch of powerful options with Nektar DAW integration.
Faders – mix or envelope control
Faders provide a truly unique control experience, evoking the satisfying tactile feel of mixing or adjusting envelope parameters.
On Impact LX mk3 that’s exactly what the faders are designed for. Little is left to the imagination with silkscreen added above the faders to indicate their default assignments.
MIDI programming right from the board
Impact LX mk3 is a MIDI controller that augment functionality with Nektar DAW integration. It’s still a MIDI controller of course and you can program controls in Preset mode directly from the hardware.
In Setup mode, use the large encoder to select menu options and program MIDI messages immediately. All settings are stored over power cycling with options to additionally store in 5 presets and 8 pad maps.
Build your kits, non-stop!
For groove and beat creation, 8 velocity sensitive pads make life easy. Calibrated to trigger at a light touch, finger drumming is a reality, with a nice and even velocity response. The "Pad Learn" feature allows you build kits as you go. Hit a pad, play a key. It’s that easy. In fact, keep Pad Learn on and let your kit evolve with your music. Non-stop!
Customized for your DAW
Nektar DAW integration is beyond anything you have seen before. Innovative new features builds on our previous work and give you the best possible workflow with your DAW.
With Nektar DAW integration you can:
- Create loops or navigate your DAW using the LED buttons
- Record freely and have the looper automatically create your loop
- Click any parameter and control it instantly
- Full mixer control including channel volume, pan, sends, mute and solo
- Control plugin instruments
- Seemless switch to NKS control on track selection
- Navigate tracks and DAW functions
Nektar custom DAW integration is designed for Ableton Live Suite, Bitwig Studio, Cakewalk/Sonar, Cubase (13 or higher), FL Studio, Garageband, Nuendo,, Logic Pro (10.8 or higher), Reason, Reaper and Studio One (5 or higher).
Performance tools
The Impact LX mk3 offers powerful performance tools that benefit both beginners and advanced players. Features like the Scale function allow musicians to explore adventurous melodic ideas without constant concern for key choices. With Scale acting as a creative safety net, notes are kept neatly within the chosen scale.
The Chord and Hold features provide similar creative freedom. Let’s look at performance tools in detail.
Keep it within the Scale
Even for experienced players, the Scale function provides comfort by ensuring you’re unlikely to play a "wrong" note. If a key is played outside the selected scale, it’s automatically adjusted to play the nearest note within the scale. This isn’t just useful; it’s incredibly fun! Experiment with chromatic runs and discover unique note re-triggering patterns you’d likely never achieve without Scale mode.
Crafting Chords and Intervals
Whether you’re a chord expert or just starting, the LX mk3’s built-in Chord function offers endless inspiration. Think of it as an advanced interval feature that allows you to trigger more notes than your fingers press.You can play octaves, 3rds, or 5th harmonies, and even add a sub-octave (-1 or -2 octaves below the played notes) to create massive chords. Alternatively, keep it simple by selecting from the pre-defined chord menu. Two user locations are available for capturing and recalling your custom chord creations.
Smart Chords: Scales and Chords combined
Combine the Scale and Chord functions for "Smart Chords" that ensure you never play notes outside the selected scale. For instance, if a major chord type is selected with a C tonic, playing an A key will automatically trigger an A minor chord, keeping everything harmonically consistent. By combining Scales and Chords, you can be playing lead parts with harmonies including entire chords that change whenever you play a new note.
Creative sustain with Hold
The Hold feature is like having an extra hand and there are both a simple and a more advanced option. In its default mode, playing one or more notes on the keyboard will sustain them until the next note is played. The second hold option allows notes to be sustained while you continue to play the rest of the keyboard normally. You can add or remove notes from the held sustain so your drone or chord can evolve over time.
Road-tested by the pros
When Midge Ure of Ultravox and Band Aid fame contacted us to see if at short notice we could help by providing a few keyboards, we jumped on it with open arms. We delivered an Impact LX88 and LX61 mk3 to the rehearsal studio in Los Angeles with fingers crossed that they would survive the tour of America from coast to coast. Both keyboards came back without a scratch after making the final trip in soft keyboard bags, from the east coast to the west coast via Fedex.
Thank you Midge and Charlie for road-testing our products and we look forward to equipping you for the next tour.
Native Kontrol Standard
The Native Instruments NKS control standard is implemented in thousands of plugins with controller mapping ready to go. From Impact LX mk3 you can change presets, select map pages and of course use the 8 encoders to adjust parameters. NKS works in any DAW, with or without Nektar DAW integration. NKS ensurs virtual instruments are precisely and consistently connected to Impact LXmk3. This means immersive and expressive playability with no disruptions to your workflow. There’s no need to waste time mapping plugins, everything is ready to go, the moment you switch on. Your existing library of NKS compatible plugins will work immediately! Or check out the included Komplete Select bundle – an extensive selection of curated instruments from Native Instruments ready to give you your first NKS experience with Impact LXmk3.
KEY FEATURES
- Available in 25, 49, 61 and 88 key versions all featuring redesigned keybeds.
- 9 full-resolution encoders with parameter control in one rotation.
- 8 faders, 8 velocity sensitive pads, 9 LED illuminated buttons, 22 additional buttons, 1/4″ TS footswitch jack, USB-C connection and power.
- Nektar custom DAW integration for Ableton Live Suite, Bitwig Studio, Cakewalk/Sonar, Cubase (13 or higher), FL Studio, Garageband, Nuendo,, Logic Pro (10.8 or higher), Reason, Reaper and Studio One (5 or higher).
- Native Instruments NKS support. Works in any DAW and is compatible with thousands of plugins.
- Software bundle includes NI Komplete Select 15 , Bitwig Studio 8-track DAW and MOK Miniraze plugin synth.
