Nektar SE49 Entry Level 49 Full-size Keys Velocity-sensitive USB MIDI Controller Keyboard

Nektar SE49 – Ultimate MIDI Controller for Beginners and Professionals

The Nektar SE49 MIDI Controller is the perfect tool for musicians, producers, and composers looking for a versatile yet affordable solution. With 49 full-size keys, this MIDI controller offers the ideal balance between portability and functionality. Whether you’re new to MIDI controllers or a seasoned professional, the SE49 delivers precision and control in every aspect of your music creation.

Key Features of Nektar SE49

• 49 Full-Size Velocity-Sensitive Keys
  Enjoy dynamic and expressive playing with velocity-sensitive keys that respond accurately to your touch, perfect for creating detailed musical performances.
• Octave Shift Buttons
  Quickly access more than just the 49 keys with easy octave shift controls, expanding your range to suit any musical style or genre.
• USB Powered for Simplicity
  Forget about complex setups. Just connect the SE49 to your computer or tablet via USB, and you’re ready to start creating music instantly, with no need for external power supplies.
• Nektar DAW Integration
  Take control of your Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) with deep integration support for leading DAWs like Logic Pro, Cubase, FL Studio, and more, ensuring seamless workflows.
• Compact and Portable Design
  Lightweight and easy to carry, the SE49 fits perfectly in any studio setup or on the go, making it the ideal choice for mobile producers or those with limited space.

Why Choose the Nektar SE49?

The Nektar SE49 offers unbeatable value for musicians at any level. With features typically found on more expensive controllers, this device allows you to maximize your creative potential without breaking the bank. It’s the perfect entry point for beginners, yet powerful enough to meet the needs of professionals. The intuitive layout and smooth integration with top DAWs make it an essential addition to any music studio.

PLAY – THE ACTION

The keys are a keyboard controller’s most important feature. So we made sure that the SE49 has keys that are fun and expressive to play: Its synth-action keybed has 49 velocity-sensitive full-size keys with a defined and firm feel. And as everyone has their own playing style and preferences, we have included a choice of 4 different velocity curves (plus 3 fixed ones) so you can adjust the keyboard response to your needs.

PERFORM – THE PERFORMANCE CONTROLS

No matter if you want to play a complex solo in the style of Herbie Hancock or are just trying to make an EDM wobble bass more lively by adding modulation: the SE49’s large Pitch Bend and Modulation Wheels will get you there. They have a tight grip and offer just the right resistance. For piano-style sustain effects, you can connect a switch or pedal to the foot switch socket on the back of the SE49.

BUTTON UP – THE CONTROLS

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/+4 octaves with multi-colored LED indicators showing the exact status. Or transpose the keys +/- 12 semitones with the transpose buttons right below.
These buttons can easily be reassigned to switch MIDI channel, change MIDI programs or select tracks and browse patches when DAW integration is active. Better still, pressing a key combination change 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

Take control a notch further: Most soft- and hardware products with MIDI have their parameters assigned to so-called MIDI CC messages. This lets you do cool things such as changing filter cutoff, panning, effects bypass or any other parameter that has a MIDI CC assigned to it from a hardware control on your SE49.
Simply set the MIDI Fader, Modulation Wheel or foot switch pedal to control the MIDI CC message you want. Your assignments are stored over power cycling, so next time you can continue where you left off right away.

CONTROL YOUR DAW

How about getting a better workflow without any of this nerdy stuff? How about transport control, level mixing and track selection directly from the SE49? Take control of your DAW’s most important functions with our Nektar DAW Integration software! Of course, the SE49 works with any MIDI software, but with custom Nektar DAW Integration you can do even more: Use the Transpose buttons for track or patch change, always have the currently selected track’s volume assigned to the fader and turn the Octave and Transpose buttons into Play, Stop, Record and Rewind buttons. How’s that for giving the mouse a break?
Nektar DAW Integration for SE25 surrently supports Bitwig, Cubase, Garageband, Logic, Nuendo, Digital Performer, Mixcraft, Reason, Reaper, Sonar and Studio One. (In order to take advantage of Nektar DAW Integration, you need to register your SE25 and download the integration files from your user account.)

GET CONNECTED – SETUP & iOS

SE49 keyboards are USB class compliant and don’t require a driver to operate. Installation and connection is easy; just plug the keyboard in to a USB port on your computer. You can also connect an Impact SE49 keyboard to an iOS device using the optional Apple USB camera connection kit. A 1/4″ input jack allows you to add a foot switch pedal for sustain or sending MIDI messages.

CAPTURE YOUR IDEAS – BITWIG 8-TRACK INCLUDED

You can 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 the SE25, 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!

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

• USB class compliant (no driver needed)
  SE49: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10 or higher. Mac OS X 10.5 or higher, Linux (Ubuntu).
  Compatible with Apple iOS (requires camera connection kit)
  Nektar DAW Integration: Windows Vista, 7, 8, 10 or higher. Mac OS X 10.7 or higher. (All other requirements dependent on the DAW software used, please consult the respective manual for further details)

IN THE BOX

• SE49 MIDI keyboard controller
  USB cable
  User Guide
  Bitwig licence card