Native Instruments Kontrol S49 MK3
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Smart keyboard controllers – the control center for all studios. With the NI Kontrol S49 MK3, virtual instruments and the real studio world become one - thanks to seamless contact integration and high-resolution display. The NI Kontrol S49 MK3 offers polyphonic aftertouch and intuitive parameter control. The updated design looks stunning and is built to last.
The most important features:
- Perfect software integration with next-generation NKS technology ensures seamless interaction of all instruments, effects and sounds from the Kontakt world - whether from NI or third-party providers
- Fatar keyboard
- semi-weighted keys
- Polyphonic aftertouch
- High-resolution color display for intuitive browsing, sounds adaptation by and mixing
- Elegant design with metal and glass elements, manufactured to the highest quality
- Always play the right notes: with a newly designed light guide that also displays sounds, key zones, switches, tone scales and much more
- controls, pitch and modulation wheels made of anodized aluminum
- With USB midi, power supply via USB-C, plus sustain, expression and two assignable pedal inputs
- Integration with all major DAWs that goes far beyond standard transport functions
Thousands of instruments become real
A truly immersive experience that brings virtual instruments to life. No matter what you play, advanced NKS technology gives you deep control and integration. With the intuitive on-screen navigation, you can find suitable sounds particularly quickly. Then you adjust it smoothly and play, thanks to intelligent auto-mapping. This unprecedented direct connection means you can play authentic-sounding Kontakt instruments without interrupting your workflow. This also applies to thousands of sounds, instruments and effects from the companies and developers with which NI works.
Polyphonic aftertouch
Take your expression one step further and control parameters with the lightest pressure on each individual key. Modulate cutoff, pitch, vibrato and much more without accessing a separate controls . The NI Kontrol S49 MK3 has a professional keyboard, developed in collaboration with Fatar - for the best possible polyphonic aftertouch experience.
hardware specifications
- 1 high-resolution color screen with glass surface (1280 × 480)
- CNC machined, glass bead blasted and exolxed aluminum, eight encoders, one 4-directional encoder, two modulation wheels (pitch and mod)
- pitch and mod wheels with RGB lighting
- New key islands that form a continuous, dust-tight user interface and are grouped by function
Included software
- Complete Select
- Complete control software
- Stradivari cello
- Guitar Rig LE
- Elements Suite
- Hypha
system requirements
- midi 2.0 compatible
- Intel Core i5, Apple M1 (and equivalent or higher)
- macOS 13 (Ventura) or later (compatible with macOS 12 in midi 1.0 mode)
- Windows 10 (latest service pack) or higher
- 8GB RAM
- Download and activation require an internet connection and a graphics card that supports Direct 3D 11.1 (feature level 11_0) or later. After installation and activation, the product can
- Color/ Finish: Black
- Connections: 2x midi (1x In, 1x Out); 4x pedals (1x sustain, 1x expression, 2x assign); 2x USB-C (1x host, 1x mains adapter)
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 802.2 x 323 x 86mm
- Display: High-resolution color screen with glass surface (1280 × 480)
- Hammer Action: no
- Keyboard type: Polyphonic aftertouch, semi-weighted keys, velocity-sensitive
- Keys: 49
- Number of Faders: 0
- Number of Pads: 0
- Pitch Bender / Modulation: Pitch and Modulation wheel
- System requirements: Midi 2.0 compatible; Intel Core i5, Apple M1 (and equivalent or higher); macOS 13 (Ventura) or later (compatible with macOS 12 in midi 1.0 mode); Windows 10 (latest service pack) or higher; 8GB RAM
- Transport functions / buttons: yes
- USB: Yes
- Weight: 5,5 kg
The Fascinating Story of Native Instruments
Like many great software companies, Native Instruments began with a small but passionate idea. Founded by Stephan Schmitt, a talented musician and engineer, and his friend Volker Hinz, a skilled programmer, the company started in the creative streets of Berlin’s Kreuzberg district. There, they developed the world’s first modular software synthesizer, the Generator. This groundbreaking instrument made waves at the Frankfurt Music Fair, exciting musicians and producers with its ability to generate and process sounds in real-time—an absolute game-changer!
In its founding year, 1996, Native Instruments began its revolution in software instruments with just four employees. One of its earliest and most influential products was Reaktor, a versatile plugin that functions as a sequencer, sampler, synthesizer, and effects unit. Now an industry standard, Reaktor has captivated sound designers and producers worldwide. It not only allows you to use existing sounds but also to create and explore your own—every music producer’s and sound designer’s dream!
Native Instruments’ innovative solutions have transformed music production forever. If you’re looking for creative ways to shape sound, Native Instruments’ products are the perfect choice. Dive into the world of music software and let your creativity run wild!
Manufacturer Information:
Manufacturer details and additional information can be found on the product packaging and in the user manual.
Safety and Warning Notices:
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