The Native Instruments Kontrol S61 MK3 is a MIDI keyboard with 61 semi-weighted keys with polyphonic aftertouch, developed in collaboration with Fatar. It features a full-color high-resolution display and updated intelligent Light Guide backlighting.
Features:
- Number of keys: 61
- Key type: semi-weighted
- Fatar keyboard
- Polyphonic aftertouch
- Full-color screen 1280 x 480
- Industrial design with metal and glass elements
- Anodized aluminum pitch and modulation wheels and knobs
- USB MIDI, USB-C bus-powered, sustain pedal input, expression pedal input, and two assignable pedal inputs
Deep integration with Kontakt and NKS technology allows intuitive and fast control of virtual instruments through clear on-screen navigation and automatic parameter mapping. The polyphonic aftertouch provides detailed note control and captures all nuances of playing. The intelligent RGB Light Guide backlighting indicates switches, key zones, scales, and helps identify drum cells, key switches, phrases, scales, and chords with different colors illuminating above the keys. The chord mode helps create sequences using individual keys.
Direct Connection to Kontakt
The Control system brings virtual instruments to life, creating a sense of authentic immersion. No matter what you play, gain full control thanks to deep integration with Kontakt and next-generation NKS technology. Quickly find sounds with intuitive on-screen navigation, then customize and play them with intelligent automatic parameter display. This unprecedented direct connection does not disrupt your workflow, allowing you to use not only NI tools but also thousands of other sounds, instruments, and effects.
A high-quality 1280 x 480 display, eight touch-sensitive knobs, a four-direction touch encoder, and transport buttons allow customization, recording, mixing, and editing without using a computer screen. The premium-grade body materials and anodized aluminum knobs, pitch and modulation wheels ensure durability.
The Kontrol S61 MK3 features two USB-C ports for power and computer connection. MIDI input and output simplify integration with external equipment. Four 1/4" inputs allow for sustain pedal, expression pedal, and two assignable functions to be connected. It comes with Komplete 14 Select software, including 19 premium-class instruments and effects, 15,000 sounds, eight expansions, and over 40 GB of content.
Package includes:
- MIDI keyboard
- USB-C cable
- Documentation
