esfusion Posted June 2, 2016 Share Posted June 2, 2016 I own an old Kurzweil Micro Ensemble Module hooked up to an awful 61-key M-Audio Radium Midiman keyboard controller (zero velocity control and key feel). I'm seeking an inexpensive modern controller with decent feel and velocity control. Someone suggested a Nektar Impact LX 61. My goal is pleasing, nuanced keyboard control, not so much mapping to DAW software. It would be nice if the keybed was at least somewhat weighted. Will the Nektar significantly outperform my old M-Audio controller? How about the Nektar 88. Is it weighted more than the 61-key version? Any other ideas? I don't want to spend big bucks because I already have a PC3 as my main axe. The old Kurz module is for hacking around in my basement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CEB Posted June 2, 2016 Share Posted June 2, 2016 The Nektar LX61 does not have DIN MIDI. USB only. The PC3 is a better controller than anything you can buy for $200. "It doesn't have to be difficult to be cool" - Mitch Towne "A great musician can bring tears to your eyes!!! So can a auto Mechanic." - Stokes Hunt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr88s Posted June 2, 2016 Share Posted June 2, 2016 The Nektar 88 is semi-weighted - piano style closed-front keys but no weight behind them. The LX88 had both 5-pin MIDI and USB. Nord Stage 2 Compact, Yamaha MODX8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotiDave Posted June 2, 2016 Share Posted June 2, 2016 I have a Novation Impulse ready to go to a loving home ... The baiting I do is purely for entertainment value. Please feel free to ignore it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldwin Funster Posted June 3, 2016 Share Posted June 3, 2016 The novation blows away the nektar. I had the impact and sent it back at quite a loss in shipping. The nektar had inconsistent velocity and felt junky. I got an impulse 61 and have been much happier. FunMachine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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