Native Instruments KOMPLETE KONTROL S61 MK2 - Master Keyboard

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The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S61 Mk2 continues where the first generation unit left off and adds the dual high resolution displays found in the Maschine Studio and Maschine Mk3. The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S61 MkII is the ultimate control centre for any DAW-based studio. Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S61 is a 61-note smart keyboard controller featuring a pro-grade fatar keybed with aftertouch and semi-weighted keys. It's not just the two high-resolution displays that provide a great overview: The buttons are illuminated in different colours, and the Light Guide above the keyboard shows the positions of sounds, keyboard zones, etc. One of the main things it does is present presets on the keyboard for a given instrument, but some instruments don't offer their presets on the keyboard, so be aware of that.

If you liked the idea of Komplete Kontrol the first time around, the good news is that there’s even more to like about it now. And for plug-ins that haven’t yet been updated to NKS, it’s simple to create your own mappings from KOMPLETE KONTROL software. Everything you need to spark new ideas and take your tracks to the finish line, from inspiring sounds and premium synths to top-notch effects, kits, and more. Use the adapter to connect the provided USB-C cable from the keyboard’s HOST port to your computer’s USB-A port.When the Komplete Kontrol S61 comprehensive USB/MIDI keyboard came out, it had an extremely important feature that had never been seen before: LED lights above the keys that corresponded to a colour-coded system in the Kontakt software so you could keep track of where your key switches were at all times. Also you can preview most of the sounds in a browser mode before loading them, this is very convenient since a lot of libraries are way too big and take several minutes to load like the spirfire ones, for this to work you need to download a 'preview' library that is 7gb in size so make a little extra space in your hard disk. If you want to record those parameter changes into your DAW, hit the Auto(mation) button on the front panel and you can tweak on the fly. We advise you to update to a currently supported browser (such as Chrome, Edge, or Firefox) to improve your security, speed, and overall experience.

Whilst it hasn’t been updated since the original version of Komplete Kontrol, it’s still worth drawing attention to the aftertouch-enabled Fatar keyboard, which is pleasingly musical to play.A 4-directional push encoder allows you to navigate sound and projects and the keyboard even includes RGB lights above each key, ideal for highlighting drum cells, chords, scales and more. The MK2 provides two high-resolution colour screens for mixing, sketching ideas or browsing for sounds. The eight touch-sensitive encoders directly below the screen provide you with the means to assign and control parameters as you see fit. The pro-grade fatar keybed provides fluid playability with and authentic feel giving a smooth transition from digital piano to midi controller.

The basic elements of a USB/MIDI keyboard in this class such as connections for a sustain and expression pedal, and USB MIDI and DIN MIDI functionality are all on board. Essential parameters like envelope controls and filter cutoffs load instantly and are displayed across the two colour displays, intuitively divided into pages. This premium-grade keybed reacts like a traditional piano, with its semi-weighted keys providing a natural touch and feel. Its deep integration with Maschine software and hardware as well as intuitive control over your favourite DAWs, makes the S61 MK2 one of the most versatile smart keyboard controllers on the market.To use your KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard with Ableton Live, you must carry out additional configuration steps after finishing this installation. You can do so much more from the device itself, with better visual feedback and much deeper levels of integration front and centre of its workflow. Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol MK2, an evolution in the Komplete hardware keyboard controller series, loaded with a brand new display, improved plug in browser and improved pitch and mod wheels.

Activate chord mode to create a progression by playing single keys, then switch on the arpeggiator and turn it into an expressive musical performance. This allows you to play chord progression and arpeggios with single keys, or even map scales to white keys only.

The S61 Mk2 provides you with pre-mapped control of Komplete instruments alongside hundreds of Native Kontrol Standard instruments from leading brands, and on top of all that there is full VSTi support. Install the KOMPLETE KONTROL software, individual KOMPLETE Instruments and Effects, and MASCHINE Essentials. The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol MK2 also boasts full VSTI support and intuitive control for most popular DAWs. NKS means intuitive control over hundreds of instruments from leading manufacturers – including Heavyocity, Spitfire and Soniccouture.