Key Features
49 Full-Sized Velocity-Sensitive Keys
Four Velocity Curves + 3 Fixed
Large Pitch-Bend and Modulation Wheels
Four Buttons and One Assignable Fader
Octave and Transpose Functions
Nektar DAW Integration for Adv Controls
Works with Most DAW or MIDI Software
USB Class Compliant, No Drivers Needed
USB Bus Powered with Included Cable
Includes Bitwig 8-Track
Overview
Designed for studio and live performance setups, the Nektar SE49 is a full-sized 49-note velocity-sensitive MIDI controller keyboard. The synth action keybed allows you to play with expression and a defined, firm feel. There is a choice of four velocity curves (plus 3 fixed ones). Four buttons and one MIDI-assignable fader to the left of the keys make the SE49 even more flexible: Shift the keyboard up or down -3 to +4 octaves with multicolored LED indicators showing the exact status. Or, transpose the keys ±12 semitones with the transpose buttons right below.
With the Nektar DAW Integration, the SE49's buttons can be reassigned to switch MIDI channels, change MIDI programs, or select tracks and browse patches. What's more, pressing a key combination changes the Octave and Transpose buttons' function to send out MMC transport functions. So, you can activate Start, Stop, and Record directly from your keyboard. Custom MIDI assignments can be made to the MIDI fader, modulation wheel, and footswitch pedal. The changes are stored, so the next time you power up, you can pick up where you left off. There is direct support for most major DAWs including Bitwig, Cubase, Garageband, Logic, Nuendo, Digital Performer, Mixcraft, Reason, Reaper, Sonar, and Studio One. The Nektar SE49 is USB bus-powered and ships with a USB cable and a license for Bitwig 8-Track.
Key Specs
Keyboard
61 Full-Size Keys, Synth Action with Velocity
MIDI Control Surfaces
4x Button (Assignable, Modulation, Pitch-Bend, Velocity-Sensitive)1x Fader Encoder (Assignable)2x Wheel (Modulation, Pitch-Bend)
Performance Functions
Browser, Octave Shift, Transport Controls, Transpose
Connectivity
I/O
1x USB-B1x 1/4" TS Pedal Input
OS Compatibility
macOS 10.7 or LaterWindows 7 or Later
Power
Power Options
USB Bus Power
Physical
Display
No
Dimensions (W x D x H)
31.7 x 7.8 x 2.7" / 80.5 x 19.7 x 6.9 cm
Weight
4.85 lb / 2.2 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
6.15 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
33.2 x 9.6 x 4.7"
What's in the Box:
Nektar Technology SE49 USB MIDI Controller Keyboard
Bitwig 8-Track License Card
USB Cable
Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Brand:NektarSKU:SE49Tags:Keyboard Controllers, Musical Instruments, Nektar, Nektar Technology SE49, Portable Keyboard