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The Native Instruments S-Series Komplete Kontrol S88 MK3. An intelligent keyboard controller designed to be at the core of any studio. Virtual instruments meet the real world with seamless Kontakt integration and a high-resolution screen. Plus, polyphonic aftertouch delivers intuitive parameter control in combination with weighted keys. All contained in an overhauled industrial design that looks incredible and is built to last. Thousands of instruments made real - Virtual instruments are brought to life in a genuinely immersive experience. Whatever you’re playing, get in-depth control and integration through advanced NKS technology. Find sounds quickly with intuitive on-screen navigation. Then fluidly adjust and play them thanks to intelligent auto-mapping. This unparalleled direct connection means you can play completely real-feeling Kontakt instruments, plus thousands of partner sounds, instruments, and effects, with no interruptions to your workflow. Polyphonic aftertouch - Take expression one-step further and instinctively control parameters with the slightest pressure on each individual key. Modulate cutoff, pitch, vibrato, and much more without reaching for an extra control. All three models have an industry-leading keybed, developed in collaboration with Fatar to deliver the best possible polyphonic aftertouch experience.
Product Name | Native Instruments Kontrol S88 MK3 Keyboard Controller |
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Brand | Native Instruments |
MPN | 29855 |
UPC | 4042477298555 |
Shipping Option | Free Shipping to the Continental U.S. |
What's in the Box?
- Native Instruments Kontrol S88 MK3 Keyboard Controller
- USB Cable
- Komplete Kontrol and Komplete 14 Select Software
- Unparalleled software integration with next-generation NKS technology for a direct and immersive connection to NI and partner instruments, effects, and sounds
- 88 fully weighted hammer-action keys, all in an industry-leading Fatar keybed
- Polyphonic aftertouch as standard, plus Kontrol S88 is the first widely available hammer-action polyphonic aftertouch keyboard controller
- 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
Inputs and Outputs | |
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Power | Bus-powered USB-C |
USB MIDI | Yes |
USB Port | USB-C |
Pedal Inputs | 4 x assignable TRS (includes default sustain and default expression) |
MIDI | MIDI In and Out |
DAW Integration | |
Supported DAWs | Ableton Live (11.3.11 or higher) Bitwig (5.0.10 or higher) Cubase Digital Performer (11.22 or higher) FL Studio (21.2.3 or higher) Logic Pro (11 or higher) Pro Tools (2023.12 or higher) Studio One (6.5 or higher) |
Future Integration | Further integrations currently in development |
Compatible Plug-in Formats | |
macOS | 64-bit only: Stand-alone, VST3, AU, AAX |
Windows | 64-bit only: Stand-alone, VST3, AAX |
System Requirements | |
MIDI Compatibility | MIDI 2.0 (macOS 13.5+), MIDI 1.0 (macOS 12+) |
Processor | Intel Core i5, Apple M1 (or higher equivalent) |
Operating Systems | macOS 13–15 (latest update), Windows 10 or 11 (latest service pack or higher) |
Memory | 8 GB RAM |
Hardware Specifications | |
Display | 1280 x 480 high-resolution color screen with glass surface |
Build | CNC machined, bead blasted, and anodized aluminum |
Encoders and Controls | 8 x encoder caps, 1 x 4D encoder cap, 2 x wheels (pitch and mod) |
Illumination | RGB illuminated pitch and mod wheels |
Buttons | Dustproof button-islands grouped by function |
Kontrol S88 Dimensions | |
Height | 4.72" (120 mm) |
Width | 53.26" (1353 mm) |
Depth | 13.66" (347 mm) |
Weight | 29.76 lbs (13.5 kg) |
Native Instruments Kontrol S88 MK3 Keyboard Controller
The Native Instruments S-Series Komplete Kontrol S88 MK3. An intelligent keyboard controller designed to be at the core of any studio. Virtual instruments meet the real world with seamless Kontakt integration and a high-resolution screen. Plus, polyphonic aftertouch delivers intuitive parameter control in combination with weighted keys. All contained in an overhauled industrial design that looks incredible and is built to last. Thousands of instruments made real - Virtual instruments are brought to life in a genuinely immersive experience. Whatever you’re playing, get in-depth control and integration through advanced NKS technology. Find sounds quickly with intuitive on-screen navigation. Then fluidly adjust and play them thanks to intelligent auto-mapping. This unparalleled direct connection means you can play completely real-feeling Kontakt instruments, plus thousands of partner sounds, instruments, and effects, with no interruptions to your workflow. Polyphonic aftertouch - Take expression one-step further and instinctively control parameters with the slightest pressure on each individual key. Modulate cutoff, pitch, vibrato, and much more without reaching for an extra control. All three models have an industry-leading keybed, developed in collaboration with Fatar to deliver the best possible polyphonic aftertouch experience.
Product Name | Native Instruments Kontrol S88 MK3 Keyboard Controller |
---|---|
Brand | Native Instruments |
MPN | 29855 |
UPC | 4042477298555 |
Shipping Option | Free Shipping to the Continental U.S. |
What's in the Box?
- Native Instruments Kontrol S88 MK3 Keyboard Controller
- USB Cable
- Komplete Kontrol and Komplete 14 Select Software
- Unparalleled software integration with next-generation NKS technology for a direct and immersive connection to NI and partner instruments, effects, and sounds
- 88 fully weighted hammer-action keys, all in an industry-leading Fatar keybed
- Polyphonic aftertouch as standard, plus Kontrol S88 is the first widely available hammer-action polyphonic aftertouch keyboard controller
- 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
Inputs and Outputs | |
---|---|
Power | Bus-powered USB-C |
USB MIDI | Yes |
USB Port | USB-C |
Pedal Inputs | 4 x assignable TRS (includes default sustain and default expression) |
MIDI | MIDI In and Out |
DAW Integration | |
Supported DAWs | Ableton Live (11.3.11 or higher) Bitwig (5.0.10 or higher) Cubase Digital Performer (11.22 or higher) FL Studio (21.2.3 or higher) Logic Pro (11 or higher) Pro Tools (2023.12 or higher) Studio One (6.5 or higher) |
Future Integration | Further integrations currently in development |
Compatible Plug-in Formats | |
macOS | 64-bit only: Stand-alone, VST3, AU, AAX |
Windows | 64-bit only: Stand-alone, VST3, AAX |
System Requirements | |
MIDI Compatibility | MIDI 2.0 (macOS 13.5+), MIDI 1.0 (macOS 12+) |
Processor | Intel Core i5, Apple M1 (or higher equivalent) |
Operating Systems | macOS 13–15 (latest update), Windows 10 or 11 (latest service pack or higher) |
Memory | 8 GB RAM |
Hardware Specifications | |
Display | 1280 x 480 high-resolution color screen with glass surface |
Build | CNC machined, bead blasted, and anodized aluminum |
Encoders and Controls | 8 x encoder caps, 1 x 4D encoder cap, 2 x wheels (pitch and mod) |
Illumination | RGB illuminated pitch and mod wheels |
Buttons | Dustproof button-islands grouped by function |
Kontrol S88 Dimensions | |
Height | 4.72" (120 mm) |
Width | 53.26" (1353 mm) |
Depth | 13.66" (347 mm) |
Weight | 29.76 lbs (13.5 kg) |
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