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Komplete Kontrol Mk3 Series (S49 / S61 / S88)

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Komplete Kontrol Mk3 Series (S49 / S61 / S88) by Native Instruments is a Software Application and Hardware. It functions as a Standalone Application.

This is a Hardware product

Interfaces
USB 3
I/O
¼” Expression Pedal MIDI In MIDI Out
Power
Bus Powered

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The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S-Series MK3 keyboards represent a significant evolution in MIDI controllers, designed to be the centerpiece of the modern studio. Available in 49, 61, and 88-key configurations, this series offers an immersive and intuitive connection to your virtual instruments and DAW like never before. The controllers have been completely redesigned with a stunning industrial aesthetic, featuring a large, high-resolution color screen, durable anodized aluminum knobs, and redesigned tactile buttons. This central screen provides a seamless visual experience, allowing for deep browsing, tweaking, and mixing directly from the hardware, effectively minimizing reliance on your computer monitor and fostering a more hands-on, creative workflow. The core of the experience is the next-generation Native Kontrol Standard (NKS) technology, which provides effortless integration with thousands of instruments and effects from NI and its partners, all intelligently auto-mapped to the hardware controls.

A major advancement in the MK3 series is the introduction of polyphonic aftertouch across the entire range, offering a new dimension of expressive control. This allows for nuanced, per-note modulation by simply varying the pressure applied to individual keys. The keyboards feature an industry-leading keybed developed in collaboration with Fatar, with the S49 and S61 models boasting a superb semi-weighted action, while the S88 is one of the first widely available controllers to combine polyphonic aftertouch with a fully weighted, hammer-action keybed. The iconic Light Guide returns with RGB lights above each key to highlight drum cells, key switches, scales, and chords. With deep integration for all major DAWs, intelligent play-assist features, and a comprehensive suite of included software, the Komplete Kontrol S-Series MK3 is a premier choice for producers, composers, and performers seeking unparalleled software control and expressive playability.

Features:

  • Deep NKS Integration: Direct, hands-on control over thousands of NKS-compatible virtual instruments and effects from NI and leading developers.
  • High-Resolution Color Display: A large glass screen provides crystal-clear navigation for browsing presets, tweaking parameters, and mixing tracks.
  • Polyphonic Aftertouch: Apply modulation to individual notes by varying key pressure for incredibly expressive performances. Standard on all models.
  • Industry-Leading Fatar Keybed: Available with 49 or 61 semi-weighted keys or 88 fully weighted hammer-action keys.
  • Redesigned Light Guide: RGB lights above the keys pinpoint sounds, key zones, switches, scales, and more.
  • Premium Build Quality: Features a robust metal and glass construction with anodized aluminum encoders and mod wheels.
  • Advanced DAW Integration: Seamless control for transport, mixing, and editing in Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Cubase, Pro Tools, and more.
  • Intelligent Play Assist: Stay in key with Smart Play features, which can map any scale to the white keys, generate chords from single notes, and create dynamic arpeggios.
  • Comprehensive Connectivity: Includes bus-powered USB-C, MIDI In/Out, and four assignable TRS pedal inputs (2x expression, 2x sustain/footswitch).
  • Included Software Bundle: Comes with Komplete 14 Select, Komplete Kontrol software, Hypha, a voucher for a Kontakt instrument, iZotope Elements Suite, and Ableton Live Lite.

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