IMPACT GX MINI
 GO MOBILE

MINI. POWERFUL. CONTROL.

Impact GX Mini fits the power of Nektar’s acclaimed Impact GX range of USB MIDI controller keyboards into your backpack: 25 mini keys with velocity, Joystick for modulation control and even Nektar DAW integration for most popular DAWs. Our unique Part 2 feature adds momentary transpose, layering and more. Impact GX Mini helps capture your ideas no matter where inspiration strikes!

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GX MINI: ESSENTIAL CONTROL WITH THE NEKTAR EXTRA

GX Mini Keyboard

GX Mini features our newly developed velocity-sensitive keybed with 25 mini keys. Despite their miniscule dimensions, you can play them expressively with a defined and firm feel. You can also adjust the keyboard response to your playing style by choosing from three velocity curves. 

GX Mini Joystick

Control pitch bend, modulation and other real-time MIDI messages with the Joystick. The left/right axis is assigned to pitch, the up/down axis is pre-assigned to modulation and foot controller but is also assignable to other MIDI CC-messages.

GX Mini DAW Control

Control your DAW from GX Mini: Eight dedicated buttons put essential DAW functions right at your fingertips. Give your mouse a break and control transport, track navigation and other features with Nektar DAW Integration for most popular DAWs. The buttons are also MIDI assignable for use with any software that’s not supported.  

 

Impact GX Mini Top View
GX Mini Part2

On a keyboard with just 25 keys, you are bound to hit the range limits. This is where Part Two comes in: While playing, simply press one of the dedicated “Part 2” buttons and momentarily shift the octave up or down, transpose, layer another octave on top – or switch to another MIDI channel altogether. The instant you let go of the buttons, Impact GX Mini reverts back to its original settings. What’s more, any note that was played prior to pressing “Part 2” will keep playing at the original settings – so you could play and hold some really low bass notes, while playing a solo over the top. A great performance feature!

GX Mini Sustain Pedal

GX Mini even has a footswitch connector, so you can connect a sustain pedal. As it is programmable, you can assign any other  MIDI CC message as well. 

NEKTAR DAW INTEGRATION:
GIVE YOUR MOUSE A BREAK!

Install Nektar DAW Integration and the 8 buttons right above the Joystick let you take control of essential tasks in your DAW right from Impact GX Mini. Most major DAWs are covered, including Ableton Live, Logic, Cubase, FL Studio and Studio One. Also included is a template setup for Pro Tools.
DAW integration features cover extended transport control including goto and set locators, track navigation, launching windows and patch navigation – without ever reaching for the mouse.

Check out the function overview chart below to see how Impact GX Mini DAW integration works with your DAW.

GX Mini DAW support
Impact GX MINI Daw Support Logos
FUNCTION BITWIG
Click
Rewind
Forward
Cycle/Loop
Stop • 
Play
Record
Undo
S1 View Mixer
S2 View Device Chain
S3 Open Browser
Track -/+
Patch -/+  
Goto L/R Locator
Set Locator L/R
Launcher Overdub
Arranger Overdub
FUNCTION CAKEWALK
Click
Rewind
Forward
Cycle/Loop
Stop
Play
Record
Undo
S1 View Mixer
S2 View Instrument
S3 N/A
Track -/+
Patch -/+ Selects previous/next instrument in rack
Goto L/R Locator
Set L/R Locator
- N/A
Record Arm
FUNCTION CUBASE & NUENDO
Click
Rewind
Forward
Cycle/Loop
Stop
Play
Record
Undo
S1 View Mixer
S2 View Instrument
S3 View Channel Strip
Track -/+
Patch -/+ (VST patches)
Goto L/R Locator
Set L/R Locator
 - -
 Arranger Overdub
FUNCTION DIGITAL PERFORMER
Click
Rewind
Forward
Cycle/Loop
Stop
Play
Record
Undo/Redo
S1 View Mixer
S2 View Instrument
S3 N/A
Track -/+
Patch -/+
Goto L/R Locator
Set L/R Locator
 - N/A
 Overdub
FUNCTION FL Studio
Click (Shift + Record)
Rewind
Forward
Cycle/Loop
Stop
Play
Record
Undo
S1 View Mixer
S2 View Instrument
S3 N/A
Track -/+
Patch -/+ Selects previous/next channel
Goto L/R Locator N/A
Set L/R Locator N/A
 - N/A
 Playback slow/fast
 Close all unfocused windows
FUNCTION GARAGEBAND
Click
Rewind
Forward
Cycle/Loop
Stop
Play
Record
Undo
S1 View Library
S2 View Apple Loops
S3 View Smart Controls
Track -/+
Patch -/+
Goto L/R Locator Moves cycle loop back/forward
Set L/R Locator
 - N/A
- N/A
 Arpeggiator enable
FUNCTION ABLETON LIVE
Click
Rewind
Forward
Cycle/Loop
Stop
Play
Record
Undo
S1 Toggle Arrangement/Session View
S2 Toggle Clip/Device View
S3 Toggle Browser View on/off
Track -/+
Patch -/+ Browser up/down
Goto L/R Locator
Set L/R Locator
 Capture and Play
 Record Arm on/off
FUNCTION LOGIC PRO
Click
Rewind
Forward
Cycle/Loop
Stop
Play
Record
Undo
S1 View Mixer
S2 View Instrument
S3 View Smart Controls
Track -/+
Patch -/+ (Logic AU patches)
Goto L/R Locator
 Set L/R Locator
 - N/A
 Arpeggiator enable • 
 Record Arm
FUNCTION REAPER
Click
Rewind
Forward
Cycle/Loop
Stop
Play
Record
Undo • 
S1 View Mixer
S2 View Instrument
S3 View Channel Strip
Track -/+
Patch -/+ (Reaper user presets)
Goto L/R Locator
Set L/R Locator
- N/A
- N/A
Track Arm

Solo

FUNCTION REASON
Click
Rewind
Forward
Cycle/Loop
Stop
Play
Record
Undo
S1 Track Mute
S2 Track Solo
S3 Enable Track Automation
Track -/+
Patch -/+
Goto L/R Locator
Set L/R Locator
 - N/A
 Precount on/off • 
 Record Quantize on/off • 
FUNCTION STUDIO ONE
Click
Rewind
Forward
Cycle/Loop
Stop
Play
Record
Undo
S1 View Mixer
S2 View Instrument
S3 View Browser
Track -/+
Patch -/+
Goto L/R Locator
Set L/R Locator  • 
 - N/A
 Precount • 
 Input Quantize (IQ) on/off • 

CAPTURE YOUR IDEAS –
BITWIG 8-TRACK INCLUDED

Start producing, performing, and designing sounds like a pro from day one with the included Bitwig 8-Track DAW. It includes over 50 software instruments and effects for use on up to 8 audio or MIDI project tracks, and you can use any 3rd party VST plug-ins you might own, too. The ‘Bitwig Essentials Package’ comes as part of this package as well, featuring a highly versatile handpicked selection of loops, clips and samples, to make it even easier to get you started.


With Nektar DAW Integration you can control track selection and transport controls directly from Impact GX Mini, making this a fantastic combination. If you are just starting out, you will find it’s the perfect way to take your first steps in the world of digital music creation. And if you’re already familiar with using computer software, you’ll be amazed at what this combination has to offer!

Learn to play your MIDI Keyboard and improve your skills with our exclusive Melodics bundle which comes with your Nektar controller. The Nektar Melodics license gives you access to 40 free Melodics lessons, plus a bonus fundamentals course. Whether you are a beginner or more advanced, this content helps you to expand your skill set and ultimately get the most out of your controller.

Melodics provides a musical platform for you to learn and practice all aspects of a performance. Songs and lessons are broken down step by step with real music to play along to. Each step encourages correct fingering and rhythm, whilst teaching scales, chords and progressions along the way. By the final step, you are ready for a full performance and have a better understanding of how contemporary music is created!                           Learn more......

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FEATURES & SPECIFICATONS

IMPACT GX Mini

  • 25 velocity-sensitive mini keys

  • 3 velocity curves  (standard, soft, hard) 

  • Joystick for pitch bend and 2 modulation controls (MIDI assignable)
  • 1/8″ inch jack for footswitch (adapter included)

  • Octave up/down buttons with LED indicators

  • Part 2 LED buttons (assignable to real-time keyboard shift up/down, layering MIDI notes (intervales and MIDI  channels))

  • 7 transport buttons for DAW integration or MIDI assignable 
  • Shift button activates secondary level for a total of 14 accessible button functions
  • Nektar DAW integration support*
  • Nektar DAW Integration for Impact GX Mini currently supports:  Ableton Live, Bitwig, Cakewalk, Cubase, Digital Performer, FL Studio, Garageband, Logic, Nuendo, Reaper, Reason, Studio One. Includes template setup for Pro Tools.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

    • USB class compliant (no driver needed) works with any DAW or MIDI music software for OS X, Windows and iOS (iOS requires optional Apple Camera Kit)

    • USB Power Requirement: 100 mA
    • GX Mini: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10 or higher.
      Mac OS X 10.5 or higher, Linux (Ubuntu). 
    • Nektar DAW Integration: Windows 7/8/10 or higher. Mac OS 10.7 or higher. 

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT 

    • 39 cm (L) x 11,5 cm (D) x 3,2 cm (H), 0,49 kgs

IN THE BOX

    • Impact GX Mini USB MIDI Controller keyboard

    • User Guide

    • Micro USB cable

    • 1/8″ male jack to 1/4″ female jack cable for footswitch socket
    • Bitwig License card*

(*= DAW integration software and Bitwig 8-Track download upon registration) 

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