From the company committed to offering musicians high-quality MIDI controllers at an outstanding price comes their most compact MIDI controller keyboard to date: the Nektar SE25. This strikingly sleek keyboard controller is as feature-packed as it is portable. Featuring 25 velocity-sensitive mini keys, three velocity curves, and six assignable buttons that control the essentials you look for in a controller, the SE25 packs in everything you need for hands-on control and DAW integration — and you can fit it in a book bag! At Music Experience, we are really excited about this compact MIDI keyboard controller.
Nektar knows the keys on a MIDI controller keyboard are one of its most important features. That’s why they put countless hours of research and design into the velocity-sensitive mini keys on the SE25. These small keys respond beautifully with a nice firm feel and great rebound. There are even three different velocity curves that let you adjust the keyboard response to fit your unique playing style. The result is a comfortable playing experience as you explore the expansive world of virtual instruments.
The SE25’s user interface is streamlined and easy to navigate. The six buttons to the left of the keyboard are preassigned to octave shift, transpose, and sustain. And if you don’t need access to transpose functions, you can assign the transpose buttons to control pitch bend, MIDI volume, pan, track, or patch change instead. The “S” sustain button can be reassigned as a modulation control.
The unique Part Two feature enables you to play in ways not even possible on larger keyboards with many more keys. Press the “2” button to temporarily shift octaves, add an octave or harmony layer while playing, or switch to a different MIDI channel. And the moment you release the Part Two button, the SE25 reverts back to its original settings, so you can toggle back and forth between two different keyboard configurations in real time. This provides you with a multitude of unique performance possibilities. The “2” button is assignable to Octave, MIDI Channel, Transpose, Layer, and Latch features or a combination thereof.
Download Nektar’s DAW integration software and use the SE25 to control DAW transport functions as well as track selection, so you can put down the mouse or give your track pad a rest and gain hands-on control over your DAW. It also comes with a Bitwig 8-Track DAW that features over 50 software instruments and effects. Whether you are just getting started in MIDI/DAW integration or are a seasoned pro, the SE25 has plenty to offer.
The Nektar SE25 is a powerful solution for mobile music production. About as wide as a laptop, this ultra-compact MIDI keyboard controller gives you everything you need to create on the move, including 25 expressive mini keys, six control buttons, and deep Nektar DAW Integration. Despite its size, the SE25 delivers impressive performance power — and that’s before even tapping into its unique Part Two feature.
Keys are the heart of any MIDI controller, and Nektar designed the SE25’s mini-keybed with that in mind. While full-size keys wouldn’t fit this ultra-portable design, Nektar engineered a new velocity-sensitive mini-key action that delivers a firm, expressive feel. With three selectable velocity curves, you can tailor the response to perfectly match your playing style.
The exclusive Part Two feature lets you momentarily shift octaves, add harmony layers, or switch MIDI channels simply by holding down the “2” button. Release it, and the SE25 instantly returns to its original settings, making it easy to toggle between two performance setups in real time — a creative capability rarely found on keyboards this small.
Dynamic expression is always within reach thanks to six assignable buttons positioned to the left of the keyboard. These controls handle octave shifts, transpose, sustain, pitch bend, modulation, and more. When paired with Nektar DAW Integration, they also unlock advanced control over track selection and parameters.
Control your DAW directly from the SE25 and reduce reliance on your mouse or trackpad. With simple button combinations, you can access transport controls and track selection, providing seamless hands-on workflow integration across a wide range of popular DAWs.
Included with the SE25 is Bitwig 8-Track DAW, offering over 50 instruments and effects, support for third-party VST plug-ins, and the Bitwig Essentials Package of loops and samples. Whether you’re new to music production or already experienced, this software pairing makes the SE25 an inspiring creative companion right out of the box.
| Type | Keyboard Controller |
|---|---|
| Number of Keys | 25 |
| Type of Keys | Synth Mini-keys |
| Velocity Sensitive | Yes |
| Other Controllers | PB1, PB2 (assignable to Pitch Bend, Pan, Transpose), S Buttons (Sustain, Modulation) |
| Dedicated Transport Control | Yes |
| MIDI I/O | USB |
| USB | 1 x Type Micro-B |
| Computer Connectivity | USB |
| Included Software | Bitwig Studio 8-Track |
| OS Requirements - Mac | OS X 10.7 or later |
| OS Requirements - PC | Windows 7 SP1 or later |
| Power Supply | USB Bus Powered |
| Height | 0.82" |
| Width | 13.18" |
| Depth | 3.93" |
| Weight | 0.88 lbs. |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SE25 UPC: 859383002367 |
