NOVATION Impulse 49 Midi Keyboard Controller

Novation is part of the Focusrite Group, well known for their pro audio products

Designed in England

Manufactured in China for Novation


Novation Impulse 49

Midi Keyboard Controller

49 full sized keys

Released to market around 2012

Visually very contemporary

Just some of the features are:

Velocity & Aftertouch ‑ sensitive semi-weighted keyboard

8 backlit drum pads

Fully programmable to set up key splits and layers, assign MIDI controller messages to faders, encoders, buttons and pads.

Power via USB

MIDI in & out

Keyboard is good but not great to play, 4 velocity curves available or just the velocity off. Takes a little getting used to but velocity control is reasonable.

The key movements feel like a pretty typical synth keyboard, sufficient but not wonderful!

Don't get me wrong, its a great performer for home, studio use but for live gig work - nup!

All plastic casing, however it feels strong and sturdy - easy to carry around as its not too heavy

To enable this equipment to "talk" to your DAW, it is best to use Automap software (Win or Mac) - I cannot locate the original software now but I have downloaded and test installed version 4.11 on Win 7 64 bit no problems (does not appear to be just an upgrade version)

Go here for the full download options:

https://us.novationmusic.com/software/automap/support-downloads

COSMETIC CONDITION:

No damage at all to the keys or controls/casing

LCD display is undamaged

TESTING:
This is the crunch folks!!!

We had this in use by our audio engineer (he loved old and newer keys to "play around" with) and it worked a treat for him but then .... sadly one day it would not power up.

The issue has been investigated and the power supply board is phut!

We officially retired from the post audio world so this equipment (and so many other bits and pieces) are no longer needed or useful to us.

Ok I hear you.....where do I find the place to start asking about spare parts??? (or simply having it serviced) - start with the Australian distributor - Innovative Music

http://www.innovativemusic.com.au/

So this is offered at a low price, keeping in mind that the power supply board (see the photograph) needs replacing or if you have the capabilities/equipment - servicing (it is SMD based)

Nice gear to work on, simple plug in of a replacement board.

Retail was around $499 when we got it

We will supply the following:

Novation Impulse 49 Midi Controller

PSU board (FD0155-03) removed and packed separately - ESD sealed bag

Automap 4.11 for Win on CD

User guide (pdf) on CD

USB power cable