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Introducing KOMPLETE KONTROL A-Series – For the Music in You | Native Instrumentsplay button

Introducing KOMPLETE KONTROL A-Series – For the Music in You | Native Instruments

Andrew Huang explores the new KOMPLETE KONTROL A-Series | Native Instrumentsplay button

Andrew Huang explores the new KOMPLETE KONTROL A-Series | Native Instruments

Andrew Huang on A-Series: Three ways to improve your workflow | Native Instrumentsplay button

Andrew Huang on A-Series: Three ways to improve your workflow | Native Instruments

Andrew Huang on A-Series: Spark ideas with Scale & Chord mode | Native Instrumentsplay button

Andrew Huang on A-Series: Spark ideas with Scale & Chord mode | Native Instruments

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The KOMPLETE KONTROL Series MIDI keyboards from Native Instruments are designed to give you immediate, hands-on control of your music. From the flagship KONTROL S Series with enhanced browsing and performance features, to the addition of the smart, streamlined KONTROL A Series, there's now a keyboard that's right for any musician. The KONTROL A Series is the more affordable entry into the world of Native Instruments, without compromising quality. You get a premium, semi-weighted custom Native Instruments keybed, an informative OLED display for at-a-glance navigation, eight touch-sensitive control knobs, ergonomic pitch and mod wheels and a 4-directional push encoder for one-handed sound browsing and project navigation.

The KONTROL A Series is streamlined, removing all the added features from the S Series and leaving behind the core features you'd expect in a MIDI controller. But that doesn't mean you have to sacrifice, because the A Series still benefits from seamless integration with KOMPLETE KONTROL tag-based browsing so you can find sounds quickly and hear instant previews. And you'll always be inspired with Smart Play, allowing you to stay in key with over 100 scales and modes, play chord progressions and arpeggios with single keys, or map any scale to white keys only. So, if you don't need all the extras that come with more expensive controllers, then all you're giving up with the KONTROL A Series is the added expense.
Open Box Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 Level 1
Open Box Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 Level 1
Open Box Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 Level 1

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  • Smart, streamlined keyboard controller for all your virtual instruments and effects
  • 61-key semi-weighted custom NI keybed
  • Informative OLED display for at-a-glance navigation
  • 8 touch-sensitive control knobs
  • Ergonomic pitch and mod wheels
  • 4-directional push encoder for one-handed sound browsing and project navigation
  • Tag-based preset browsing via the KOMPLETE KONTROL Software: Find sounds quickly and hear instant previews
  • Smart Play: Stay in key with over 100 scales and modes, play chord progressions and arpeggios with single keys, or map any scale to white keys only
  • Pre-mapped control of KOMPLETE Instruments and Effects plus hundreds of Native Kontrol Standard (NKS) plug-ins from leading manufacturers via the KOMPLETE KONTROL Software
  • Full VSTi and VST FX support
  • Deep integration with MASCHINE software
  • Intuitive control over Logic Pro X/GarageBand, Ableton Live, Cubase/Nuendo and Studio One
  • TRS pedal input, assignable to sustain or expression
  • USB 2.0 bus powered
  • Can be used as a class compliant MIDI controller (MIDI over USB)
  • Customize MIDI templates (when used with a computer) - 4 pages of 8 assignable knobs, with template and knob labels shown on device
  • Configure pedal + keybed channel
  • Included Software (available as download upon registration)
    • THE GENTLEMAN – classic upright piano
    • MONARK – iconic mono synth
    • SCARBEE MARK 1 – electric piano
    • REAKTOR PRISM – polyphonic synthesizer
    • REAKTOR BLOCKS WIRED – modular synths
    • REAKTOR 6 PLAYER – powerful player for REAKTOR instruments KONTAKT 6 PLAYER – including 50 instruments
    • GUITAR RIG 5 PLAYER – custom amp, 17 cabinets and 13 effects KOMPLETE KONTROL Software
    • MASCHINE ESSENTIALS
    • System Requirements
      Windows 10 (latest Service Pack), Intel Core i5 or equivalent CPU, 2GB RAM
    • macOS 10.12, 10.13 (latest update), Intel Core i5, 4GB RAM
    • USB 2.0 or higher (cable included)
    • Graphics card which supports OpenGL 2.1 or higher
    • Internet connection (for software download and activation only)

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    3.38

    8 Reviews

    63%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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    1. Back-Up2
    2. Practicing2
    3. Composing and recording1
    4. Concerts1
    Cons
    1. Difficult To Use2
    2. Not Functional2
    Describe Yourself
    1. Experienced3
    2. Professional Musician3
    3. Novice1
    Pros
    1. Functional6
    2. Easy To Use5
    3. Good Quality5
    4. Improves Sound2
    5. Added Software1
    • NI - play our way or else!

      1

      submitted4 years ago

      byJames, R

      fromUSA

      As stated elsewhere, full functionality is true ONLY with NI products. That's ridiculous, but in many ways, so is this company. Don't waste your money.

    • Excellent basic keyboard

      5

      submitted4 years ago

      byDerek J

      fromNM

      Love this well designed, very playable keyboard. A pleasure to use.

    • In Komplete Kontrol

      1

      submitted6 years ago

      byZemgar

      fromNC

      This controller is really JUST a controller for Native Instruments software. It does have a really nice keyboard that they should sell to people that make controllers. For "Komplete Kontrol" you get just 8 knobs. No buttons, switches, pads or sliders! Also, although there are transport controls they won't control anything except Native software! That was it for me. Packed up this inKomplete Kontroller and took it back.

    • Only really works with Kontact

      2

      submitted6 years ago

      byWobbie65

      fromGrand Rapids, Mi

      Only had full functionality in NI instruments

    • Killeen Guitar Center is Awesome

      5

      submitted6 years ago

      byDM McClure

      fromTemple Texas

      Mandela and the entire crew at Guitar Center (Killeen) are awesome always knowledgeable always courteous. Goes the extra mile to make sure your happy with your purchases.

    • An excellent value minus a few featurea

      4

      submitted6 years ago

      byJacob

      fromBoise, ID

      I'm really pleased with how well this controller plays, the NKS mapping made a huge difference in controlling plugins live. I was really impressed with the software bundle NI included with it and it teases me enough to want Komplete 12. I do wish that the keybed had after touch, even though it's relatively inexpensive other midi controllers do have that feature set. Overall though I love the features and feel of this controller.

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    • asked byMaggie

      fromCarrollton, TX

      Is there a transpose button on the keyboard?

      Is there a transpose button on the keyboard?

      Open Reply - Thomas
      Yes
    • asked byTiny

      fromMillwakee

      Can you do monthly payments

      Can you do monthly payments

      Open Reply - Beau
      You would just need to be approved for the Guitar Center Gear Card in order to make monthly payments.
    • asked byJames

      fromTampa FL

      Does it have full size keys?

      Does it have full size keys?

      Open Reply - Kenneth
      Yes, it has full size keys