Native Instruments Kontrol S49 MK3

49-Key Smart Keyboard Controller

Take control of your software and hardware with the Native Instruments KONTROL S49 MK3, a completely redesigned smart MIDI controller that features a new, updated keyboard designed by Fatar with semiweighted keys, polyphonic aftertouch, and MIDI 2.0 compatibility. The enclosure is made from anodized aluminum and features a high-resolution full-color display, a four-directional push encoder, eight touch-sensitive knobs, ergonomic pitch and modulation wheels, and an assignable touch-sensitive smart strip. Additionally, there are DAW transport controls for direct access to DAW transport functions for most DAW software.

The S49 MK3 is designed to be used with all software- and hardware-based MIDI instruments and features expanded integration with all NKS compatible software, especially KOMPLETE. Browse across all your plugins and easily select an instrument, preview a patch, and load your sound. The updated Light Guide allows you to identify drum cells, key switches, phrases, scales, and chords by way of multicolored lights that shine above the keys. Additionally, the onboard arpeggiator, integrated scale mapping, and single key chords add even more control and inspiration. The KOMPLETE 14 SELECT software is included with 19 premium instruments and effects, 15,000 sounds, eight expansions, and over 40GB of content.

Direct Connection with Kontakt

Kontrol brings virtual instruments to life in a genuinely immersive experience. Whatever you’re playing, get in-depth control with deep Kontakt integration and next-generation NKS technology. Find sounds quickly with intuitive on-screen navigation, then adjust and play them thanks to intelligent auto-mapping that understands the parameters. This unparalleled direct connection means no interruptions to your workflow with not just NI instruments but thousands of partner sounds, instruments, and effects.

Polyphonic Aftertouch

• Take expression one step further with the slightest pressure on individual keys. Bring new layers of nuance to your playing with cutoff, pitch, vibrato, and much more, without reaching for an extra encoder or dial.
• Comes complete with polyphonic aftertouch on an industry-leading keybed developed in collaboration with Fatar.

Deeper into Your DAW

Smooth integration with all major DAWs means you can keep your eyes on your keyboard and away from your computer screen. Hit record, stop, and rewind on the keys, mix and edit, and see all your project’s channels on the display.

Kontrol has advanced integration with the following programs, with further integrations currently in development:

• Ableton Live
• Bitwig
• Cubase – support coming in late 2023
• Digital Performer
• FL Studio
• Logic Pro
• Pro Tools – support coming in late 2023
• Studio One

Highly Visual

See switches, key zones, scales, and more lit up in front of you with the intelligent Light Guide. Chord Mode lets you create a progression by playing single keys, while Easy Mode maps the white keys to whichever scale you need.

Plug and Play

Get connected to whatever you need with USB-C power and connectivity, MIDI in and out, and four assignable TRS pedal inputs including a default sustain and default expression.

Built to Last

Built from the same premium materials with a large glass screen, touch-sensitive anodized aluminum encoders and mod-wheels, and redesigned tactile buttons.

Included Software

• With Komplete 14 Select and Komplete Kontrol software included, you’ll be ready to go from day one.
• Komplete 14 Select is the essential production suite, including powerful synths, drums, percussion, studio-grade effects, and a load of customizable sounds.
• Komplete Kontrol unites and organizes all your instruments, effects, loops, and samples, mapping everything to the keyboard controller.
• Hit the ground running with polyphonic aftertouch presets in Hypha, a Kontakt instrument with an array of sounds inspired by nature.
• Plus get iZotope Elements Suite, Ableton Live Lite, Guitar Rig 7 LE, and more.

FEATURES

• Unparalleled software integration with next-generation NKS technology for a direct and immersive connection to NI and partner instruments, effects, and sounds
• 49 semiweighted keys all in an industry-leading Fatar keybed
• Polyphonic aftertouch as standard
• High-resolution full-color display screen for intuitive browsing, tweaking, and mixing
• Light Guide: RGB lights above each key highlight drum cells, key switches, chords, scales, and more
• Smart Play: See scales and modes on the Light Guide, play chord progressions and arpeggios with single keys, or map any scale to white keys only
• Anodized aluminum knobs and pitch and modulation wheels
• Semiweighted Keybed with Poly Aftertouch
• Software Integration + Next Gen NKS Tech
• Control any MIDI Software or Hardware
• Pitch and Mod Wheels + Touch Strip
• Single High-Resolution Screen
• Eight Touch-Sensitive Knobs
• Scales Light Up on Keys via Light Guide
• Arpeggiator + Integrated Scale Mapping
• Includes Software Library
• Mac and Windows