Intuitive and Integrated - The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A49 49-Key Keyboard MIDI Controller Music-making is at its best when its fast, fun, and physical. Find the right sound, make it your own, perform, and capture the results all from a responsive, semi-weighted keyboard. Complete with four premium instruments plus MASCHINE Essentials, A-Series keyboards come with everything you need to bring your ideas to life. Intuitive pre-mapped control for hundreds of KOMPLETE and NKS plug-ins, plus full VST support Perform on a custom NI keybed with 25, 49, or 61 semi-weighted keys Includes MASCHINE ESSENTIALS, MONARK, THE GENTLEMAN, REAKTOR PRISM, SCARBEE MARK I, and more Full integration with MASCHINE, Logic Pro X, GarageBand, and Ableton Live, Cubase, and Nuendo SPECIFICATIONSSystem Requirements MacOS 10.12, 10.13, 10.14 (latest update), Intel Core i5, 4 GB RAM Windows 10 (latest Service Pack), Intel Core i5 or equivalent CPU, 2GB RAM An Internet connection and a graphics card that supports OpenGL 2.1 or higher are required to download and activate this product. Once installed and activated, the product can be used offline. 4 GB RAM (6 GB recommended for large KONTAKT Instruments) USB 2.0 or higher (cable included) Available Plugin Formats Mac OS X (64-bit only): Stand-alone, VST, AU, AAX Windows (64-bit only): Stand-alone, VST, AAX Compatibility Info The included KOMPLETE KONTROL software provides unparalleled integration with KOMPLETE and NKS instruments and effects. All KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboards also function as MIDI controllers. Connectivity Can be used as a USB MIDI controller TRS pedal input, assignable to sustain or expression Advanced Functionality In the Following Hosts Logic X 10.3.1 or higher GarageBand 10.2.0 or higher Ableton Live 9.2.3 or higher Cubase Artist / Pro 8.5 or higher Nuendo 7.1.35 or higher Please read the KOMPLETE KONTROL documentation for detailed information about host compatibility. For a quick-reference guide to using KOMPLETE KONTROL Mk2 keyboards in the above DAWs, please download the DAW shortcut sheet. Product Includes Keyboard, USB cable. KOMPLETE KONTROL Software, a collection of KOMPLETE Instruments and Effects plus MASCHINE ESSENTIALS provided as downloads after hardware registration. Setup Guide and documentation supplied as downloads. More Dimensions: 820 x 257 x 89 mm / 32.3'' x 10.1'' x 3.5'' Weight: 4 kg / 8.8 lbs Smart, streamlined keyboard controller for all your virtual instruments and effects Best-in-class, custom NI keybed, available with either 25, 49 or 61 semi-weighted keys Informative OLED display for at-a-glance navigation 8 touch-sensitive control knobs Ergonomic pitch and mod wheels 4-directional push encoder for one-handed sound browsing and project navigation Tag-based preset browsing directly from the keyboard or via KOMPLETE KONTROL Software: Find sounds quickly and hear instant previews Smart Play: Stay in key with over 100 scales and modes, play chord progressions and arpeggios with single keys, or map any scale to white keys only Pre-mapped control of KOMPLETE Instruments and Effects plus hundreds of Native Kontrol Standard (NKS) plug-ins from leading manufacturers via KOMPLETE KONTROL Software Full VSTi and VST FX support Deep integration with MASCHINE software Intuitive control over Logic Pro X and GarageBand at launch. Ableton Live, Cubase, and Nuendo integration coming soon after initial release. TRS pedal input, assignable to sustain or expression USB 2.0 bus powered Can be used as a MIDI controller Includes a collection of KOMPLETE Instruments and Effects, KOMPLETE KONTROL Software, and MASCHINE ESSENTIALS (full MASCHINE software plus 1.6 GB MASCHINE Factory Selection) Manufacturer: Native InstrumentsModel: 25237SKU: I562062-0-WHXXWe are Chuck Levin's Washington Music CenterSince 1958, Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center has been the trusted destination for musicians and audio professionals across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Family-owned and operated, our legendary music store delivers Everything in Music®—from instruments and recording gear to pro audio, rentals, and repair services.Our team of musicians and industry experts lives and breathes gear, helping you build the perfect setup for your next performance, studio session, or installation. As an authorized dealer for top brands, we also offer our award-winning CHUCKSCLUSIVE line—exclusive, limited-edition instruments and collaborations recognized with the NAMM Top 100 Dealer Innovation Award for redefining what a music retail experience can be.Chuck Levin’s isn’t just a store—it’s a community built by players, engineers, and creators who share a lifelong passion for sound. Stop by our legendary Wheaton, MD showroom or contact us anytime for expert advice, product questions, or the best possible deal on your next piece of gear.
