Recording: How to connect the Novation Impulse MIDI keyboard?

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Written By Van strydonck Damien (Super Administrator)

Updated at February 28th, 2025

1. Connecting the keyboard to your computer

  • Connect the MIDI keyboard to your computer using the USB cable supplied.
  • Check that the keyboard lights up when connected. If it doesn't :
    • Try another USB port.
    • Avoid using a USB hub and connect the keyboard directly to your computer.
    • Test with another USB cable if necessary.
       

2. Configuration in your DAW

Each DAW has its own MIDI configuration process. Here's how it works in Logic Pro and FL Studio.

In Logic Pro

  • Go to Settings.
  • Go to the MIDI tab and select “Impulse” and “Impulse MIDI In” in the MIDI Input section.
  • In your track parameters, choose “Impulse” as the MIDI input device.
     

In FL Studio

  • Go to Options > MIDI Settings.
  • In the list of MIDI devices, select “Novation Impulse” as input, and don't forget to click on Enable underneath.
     

3. Connection test and virtual instrument selection

Once the keyboard has been connected and configured in your DAW, load a virtual instrument (VST) to test the connection.

Play a few notes on the keyboard to check that the MIDI signal is being received by the DAW.