Komplete Kontrol S88 Mk2

Take command of your Komplete instrument collection like never before with the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S88 Mk2 fully weighted keyboard controller. Use the Komplete Kontrol S88's two high-resolution color screens and dedicated browser to navigate the NI tag-based preset system, remap professional-grade hammer-action keyboard parts to play chords or scales, and even control your DAW properly. from the transport section — it's all there!

Designed for seamless integration with Komplete

When Native Instruments introduced their tag-based universal preset system, Maschine users were absolutely thrilled. Now they've extended the same capabilities with their Komplete Kontrol S Series Mk2 keyboards. Using the Komplete Kontrol S88's intuitive browser controls, you can not only access any NI instrument in your collection, but also select individual presets by narrowing your search down to descriptive keywords. Once you've loaded your sound, a suite of touch-sensitive controls let you dial in and adjust your tone on the fly via Native Instruments' native map, and the Clear View display lets you see the instrument's most important details at a glance.

You will love to play games on this amazing Fatar keyboard

There are a few good reasons why keyboard players and keyboard makers love Fatar keyboards like the one on this Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S88 Mk2. As well as being extremely well-built, they feel fantastic, offering just enough resistance that you can really hit the keys, while recovering fast enough for synth-style reps. Whether you're playing a Drumlab kit or a Monark synth lead, these keys won't let you down. For unrestricted freedom of expression, Native Instruments has also equipped the Komplete Kontrol S88 Mk2 with new ergonomic pitch and mod wheels, as well as a touch track. What's more, the Komplete Kontrol S88's tight integration with Komplete includes its multicolored Light Guide — a series of RGB LEDs above the keys that provide performance feedback and reveal advanced playback capabilities.

Advanced control options enhance your workflow

There are several additional functions on board the Komplete Kontrol S88 Mk2 that make playing virtual instruments and writing music even more fun and productive. For example, you can play chords with single keys or map key ranges to different scales, and the built-in arpeggiator goes far beyond the typical arpeggio, offering creative new ways to create melodies. And to simplify controlling your DAW of choice, Native Instruments has given the Komplete Kontrol S88 a full suite of transport controls.

Includes Komplete Select software package

Komplete Kontrol S Series keyboards include Komplete Select — a premium collection of instruments and effects. This plug-in pack includes Massive, Monark, Reaktor 6 Factory Selection, Reaktor Blocks Wired, Reaktor Prism, Retro Machines Mk2, Drumlab, Kontakt 6 Factory Selection, West Africa, The Gentleman, Scarbee Mark I, Vintage Organs, Replika and Solid Komplete Kontrol, Kontakt 6 Player and Reaktor 6 Player bus compensation are also included. Komplete Select is provided as a download after hardware registration.

Complete control: NKS and more

The Komplete Kontrol S Mk2 keyboard series supports the Native Kontrol Standard (NKS) plug-in format, with VST compatibility and parameter customization options. The NKS plug-in format invites third-party plug-in developers to include support for Native Map, Light Guide, and Smart Play functions directly in their virtual instrument. You can also load VST instruments, taking advantage of Komplete Kontrol's navigation, custom tagging and custom parameter mapping for all your favorite synths. And with the new parameter customization control panel, NKS makes it easy to create your own instrument mappings for optimal hands-on control of your virtual instruments.

Characteristics

• Powerful integration with Komplete Select;
• Professional-grade Fatar 88-note weighted hammer action keyboard with aftertouch;
• 2 high-resolution color screens for browsing, tweaking, mixing and more;
• Ergonomic pitch and mod wheels, plus touch strip for expression control
• 4-way push encoder for one-handed sound navigation and project navigation
• MIDI I/O;
• USB 2.0;
• Pre-mapped control of Komplete instruments and Native Kontrol Standard (NKS) instruments from leading manufacturers;
• Full VSTi support;
• Tag-based preset navigation lets you quickly find sounds and hear instant previews;
• Light guide: RGB lights above each key highlight battery cells, key switches, chords, scales and more
• Smart Play: View scales and modes in the Light Guide, play chord progressions and arpeggios with single keys, or map any scale to white keys only;
• Deep integration with Maschine software and hardware;
• 2 assignable footswitch inputs;
• Includes Komplete Select package;
• AC adapter power supply included.

Specifications

• Type: keyboard controller;
• Number of keys: 88;
• Keys Type: fully weighted fatar keyboard;
• Velocity sensitive: yes;
• Back Touch: Yes;
• Other controllers: pitchbend, mod wheel, touch strip controller;
• Dedicated Transport Control: Yes (DAW dependent);
• Pedal Inputs: 2 x 1/4-in. (support/expression, assignable);
• MIDI I/O: In/Out/USB;
• USB: 1 x Type B;
• Computer connectivity: USB;
• Programs: Komplete Select, Komplete Kontrol (downloads);
• Format: NKS, VSTi, VST;
• Hardware requirements (Mac): Intel Core i5 or better, 6GB of RAM or more recommended;
• Hardware requirements (PC): Intel Core i5 / AMD Quad Core or better, 6GB RAM or more recommended;
• System requirements (Mac): macOS 10.12 or later;
• System Requirements (PC): Windows 10 Anniversary Update or later;
• Power Source: AC adapter power supply (included);
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 1390.0 x 346.0 x 115.0 mm;
• Weight: 13.2 kg.