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Product Ref: 310270
With the Native Instruments Kontrol S49 MK3, you'll experience unrivaled software integration. Thanks to next-generation NKS technology, this keyboard controller offers a direct and immersive connection to Kontakt and partner instruments, effects, and sounds. This means you can seamlessly navigate, tweak, and mix your virtual instruments with ease. The included Komplete Kontrol software ensures hassle-free control and integration, making it a breeze to find sounds quickly and adjust them to your liking.
Utilising Polyphonic Aftertouch, the Kontrol S49 MK3 allows you to take your expression to the next level and effortlessly control parameters with the slightest pressure on each individual key. Modulate cutoff, pitch, vibrato, and much more without the need for additional controls. Developed in collaboration with Fatar, the Kontrol S49 MK3's semi-action keybed offers the best possible polyphonic aftertouch experience, providing you with unparalleled control over your performances.
Navigating your sounds and making adjustments is made incredibly intuitive with the high-resolution full-colour screen of the Kontrol S49 MK3. This vibrant display allows for easy browsing, tweaking, and mixing, making it a breeze to find the perfect sound or make precise adjustments to your virtual instruments. The screen provides a clear and detailed visual representation of your parameters, giving you a truly immersive experience.
Native Instruments Kontrol S49 MK3 is built to last. With its CNC machined, bead blasted, and anodized aluminium construction, this keyboard controller combines durability with a sleek and modern look. The metal and glass elements give it a beautiful aesthetic, while the button-islands form a continuous dustproof control surface, ensuring reliability even in demanding studio environments. It even features RGB illuminated pitch and modulation wheels for added style and operation in low-light studio sessions. This keyboard controller not only performs exceptionally well but also looks incredible on your desk.
The Kontrol S49 MK3 offers seamless integration with all major DAWs, going beyond standard transport controls. It provides a direct connection to your preferred music production software, allowing for efficient workflow and enhanced creativity. Additionally, the keyboard controller is USB MIDI and USB-C bus-powered, making it easy to connect and power up. It also features sustain, expression, and two assignable pedal inputs, giving you even more control over your performances.
The Kontrol S49 MK3 brings virtual instruments to life in a truly immersive and realistic way. Thanks to its advanced NKS technology, you'll enjoy in-depth control and integration with Kontakt instruments and a vast array of partner sounds, instruments, and effects. The intelligent auto-mapping feature ensures that each instrument is effortlessly connected and ready to play, allowing you to focus on your music without any interruptions to your workflow.