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Experts prefer Novation Launchpad Pro over Nektar Impact GX61
On 5 Apr 2024 (15 days ago) we went through 86 MIDI Controller expert endorsements .
Currently, Novation Launchpad Pro received 1 endorsement from E-Home Recording Studio. Meanwhile, Nektar Impact GX61 did not receive any endorsements this month.
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Endorsement summary:
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E-Home Recording Studio ranked Novation Launchpad Pro as #6 Rank MIDI Controller Comment ... ... ... #6 out of 7 Novation Launchpad Pro A Pad Controller for Ableton Live... ... ... Source: ehomerecordingstudio.com
Nektar Impact GX61 
Novation Launchpad Pro Customers like Novation Launchpad Pro and Nektar Impact GX61 about the same
At ReviewFinder we prefer to focus on professional product reviews, because customer reviews can be disproportionately affected by unrelated factors such as delivery, specific seller listing problems, and, of course, fake reviews. With that said, below is the summary of consumer sentiment.
Novation Launchpad Pro
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.
Both Novation Launchpad Pro and Nektar Impact GX61 have very similar great customer reviews.
As can be seen in the chart above, median best-selling midi controller receives a consumer score of 8.7 (great). Both Nektar Impact GX61 and Novation Launchpad Pro receive customer reviews that average out above that median threshold.
| Nektar Impact GX61 |
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9.1 Great
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| Novation Launchpad Pro |
In comparison:
Novation Launchpad Pro ranks #24 out of 96. Very high levels of customer satisfaction. Go to rankings 9.1 Great
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| Median best-selling MIDI Controller |
In comparison:
8.7 Great
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Novation Launchpad Pro is more popular than Nektar Impact GX61
It's fairly safe to say that Novation Launchpad Pro is a more popular midi controller than Nektar Impact GX61, based on its 2,000+ reviews. Popularity is determined based on product sales. Note that older and cheaper products tend to sell more.
To consider
| Table: Top compared alternatives for Nektar Impact GX61 and Novation Launchpad Pro | |||||
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 | Novation Launchkey Mini 25-Note | $110 |
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Novation Launchkey Mini 25-Note ranks #38 out of 96. Very high levels of customer satisfaction. Go to rankings 9.0 Great
| 3 expert recommendations | |
 | Arturia MiniLab MkII | $109 |
In comparison:
9.7 Amazing
| 2 expert recommendations | Cheaper More Popular Better Reviews |
 | Arturia Keystep | $115 |
In comparison:
9.6 Amazing
| No expert recommendations | Better Reviews |
 | Novation Launchpad Mini MK3 | $110 |
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Novation Launchpad Mini MK3 ranks #37 out of 96. Very high levels of customer satisfaction. Go to rankings 9.1 Great
| No expert recommendations | |
| Rank | Change | Price | MIDI Controller | Music Radar  | Gearank  | Keyboard Kraze  | Music Critic  | The Guitar Junky  | Spy  | E-Home Recording Studio | Digital Piano Judge  | Prime Sound  | Consordini  |
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| 1 | - | $92 |  Akai MPK Mini MKII 25 The Akai MPK Mini MKII 25 MIDI Controller is a compact and versatile option for musicians and producers looking for a portable and affordable MIDI controller for creating electronic music and controlling parameters in music production software. | - | - | - | 7 | 1 | - | - | - | 1 | 1 |
| 2 | - | $349 |  Akai Pro MPK249 The Akai Pro MPK249 is a MIDI controller keyboard with 49 semi-weighted keys, a range of controls, and excellent build quality, making it a reliable choice for musicians and producers. | - | - | - | 3 | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
| 3 | - | $109 |  Arturia MiniLab MkII The Arturia MiniLab MkII is a compact and portable MIDI keyboard controller with 25 mini-sized keys, 16 assignable knobs, and USB connectivity, making it a versatile option for musicians and producers on-the-go. | - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 4 | - |
| 4 | - | $110 |  Novation Launchkey Mini 25-Note | - | - | - | 8 | 5 | - | - | - | 2 | - |
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- without a score: 1
Expert reviews [13]
- with a score: 0
- without a score: 13
- Enhance Your Workflow: Nektar DAW integration gives access to many of the functions you are most likely to need when recording and performing with your Impact GX. The best part is that it’s all done for you: Simply install the integration software for your DAW and start making music! The Buttons are labeled so you don’t have to remember how they are assigned
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- Our Deepest Ableton Live Integration – Quickly launch clips and scenes, access mixer, device and transport controls, and quantise, duplicate and double, all without touching your mouse — making it easier and more tactile to control your performances. Capture MIDI makes sure you never miss an idea so you keep in the creative flow.
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Nektar Impact GX61 is a popular and one of the cheaper options. It's in the top 3 bestselling MIDI controllers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Novation FLkey Mini or Novation Launchkey Mini 25-Note .
Nektar Impact GX61 is $70 less expensive than an average MIDI controller ($179.99).
Novation Launchpad Pro is a very popular and one of the most expensive options. It's in the top 3 bestselling MIDI controllers and has a couple of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Akai Pro MPK249 or Novation Launchkey 88 .
Novation Launchpad Pro is $157.01 more expensive than an average MIDI controller ($179.99).
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