Native Instruments KOMPLETE KONTROL S61 MK2 - Master Keyboard

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The keyboard has a few extra buttons for Maschine too but it doesn't come with a software so those would sit unused (which is sad given I'd love a few more buttons for ableton integration). From cutting-edge synths to symphonic sample libraries, included are 139 premium instruments and effects, 62 Expansions, and more than 84,000. 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. Komplete Kontrol the provides a huge amount of content to create music - personally, I really like "a Gentleman" and "Massive".

Say hello to the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S61 MK2, an intelligent MIDI keyboard controller that provides full access to all of your VSTs and synthesisers thanks to the flawless integration with Komplete software as well as third party plug-ins when using Native Kontrol Standard. This keyboard controller by Native Instruments has one of the best features a midi controller can have, onboard color screens so you dont need to be using the mouse and staring at the pc screen (most of the time at least), you can even eliminate the use of those if you combine it with a MIDI controller software on an iPad, the feedback on the screens along with the easy and hands on navigation buttons and knobs really is an improvement and speeds up production and composing workflows. And for plug-ins that haven’t yet been updated to NKS, it’s simple to create your own mappings from KOMPLETE KONTROL software.Smooth integration with all major DAWs means you can keep your eyes on your keyboard and away from your computer screen. Transport, mixing, and editing functions of the recording software can be operated comfortably by keyboard, so that reaching for the mouse and looking at the computer screen can be frequently avoided. With the latest generation of KOMPLETE KONTROL, music-making becomes a more intuitive, hands-on experience. KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboards also function as MIDI controllers assignable controls and Light Guide features.

The Komplete Kontrol S61 MkII is perfectly tailored to the instruments and effects of the Native Instruments Komplete Suite. The lights will change colour accordingly, showing you which key corresponds to which parameter/playing style. Choose from 49 or 61 semi-weighted keys, or 88 fully weighted hammer-action keys, all with polyphonic aftertouch as standard.The S61 MK2 retains all the functionality that made the original so sought-after while boasting a range of upgrades and improvements. Native Instruments KOMPLETE 14 COLLECTOR'S EDITION is a virtually limitless, versatile collection of tools for professional production, scoring, performance and sound design.

Whatever you’re playing, get in-depth control with deep Kontakt integration and next-generation NKS technology. The Smart Play function lets you view scales and modes with the light guide and can trigger full chords and arpeggios with a single key as well as map any scale to only the white keys. The S61 MK2 is ideal as the centrepiece of any production environment, providing a smart and easy way to control and play in your virtual instruments and samples. For a quick-reference guide to using KOMPLETE KONTROL Mk2 keyboards in the above DAWs, download the DAW shortcut sheet.I can't just access a particular collected instrument, rather have to sort by patch characteristics, and that could be better. One last hardware consideration: at present, only the two ‘middle-sized’ keyboards from the Komplete Kontrol range have been updated. No chords magic, no arp, everything is contained within the NI toolset (which is sad given how good the built-in arp is).

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. The eight touch-sensitive encoders directly below the screen provide you with the means to assign and control parameters as you see fit. And the ultra-sensitive touch strip provides a fun, responsive alternative to plugging in a dedicated expression pedal. After asking about this keyboard to some friends, I was told that NI is fairly abrupt in ceasing support for the software that controlls this keyboard. These features allow you to get super expressive while you’re playing and results in more natural sounding performances as well as being able to modulate your sounds with precision.KOMPLETE 11 SELECT Instruments and Effects collection (provided as downloads after hardware registration. The Komplete Kontrol S61 MK2 is the latest addition to the Komplete Kontrol series from Native Instruments.