Native Instruments KOMPLETE KONTROL S61 User Manual

MANUAL

Native Instruments KOMPLETE KONTROL S61 Specifications

General

Number of Keys	61
Key Type	Semi-weighted
Velocity Sensitivity	Yes
Aftertouch	Yes
Pads	8 RGB backlit pads
Encoders	8 touch-sensitive encoders
Pitch and Mod Wheels	Yes
Type	MIDI Keyboard Controller
Touch Strip	Yes
Connectivity	USB
MIDI I/O	MIDI Out
Pedal Inputs	2
Software	Komplete Kontrol Software
Integration	Native Instruments Komplete
System Requirements	macOS 10.12 or later
Control Buttons	Yes, including transport controls

Summary

Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL

System Requirements

Details the system requirements for KOMPLETE KONTROL to function correctly.

Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL

Connecting the Keyboard to the Computer

Provides step-by-step instructions for connecting the keyboard via USB.

Setting up the Stand-Alone Application

Guides through configuring audio and MIDI settings for the standalone app.

Setting up Host Integration

Details configuration steps for integrating with supported DAWs.

Software Overview

Browser

Introduces the Browser interface for managing Instruments and Presets.

MIDI Assignment Editor

Global Controls and Preferences

Preferences

Covers settings for Audio, MIDI, General, Library, and Plug-ins.

MIDI Communication

Host Automation

Explains how host applications can automate parameters.

Using the Keyboard in MIDI Mode

Details using the keyboard as a versatile MIDI controller.

Using the Keyboard as Stand-Alone MIDI Controller

Using the MIDI Assignment Editor

Guides on assigning MIDI messages to keyboard controls.

Host Integration

Integration with MASCHINE

Explains how to control MASCHINE functions directly from the keyboard.

Integration with Apple Logic Pro X and GarageBand

Details controlling Logic Pro X and GarageBand functions.

Integration with Ableton Live

Describes controlling Ableton Live functions from the keyboard.

Managing the Library

Saving Preset Files to the User Library

Details how to save custom sounds as user preset files.

Deleting User Preset Files from the User Library

Editing the Tags and Properties of User Preset Files

Working with the Files Pane

Loading VST Plug-ins

Installing NKS Instruments

Describes the Native Kontrol Standard (NKS) format and installation.

Importing KOMPLETE KONTROL-Compatible User Files

Controlling Instrument Parameters

Pre-Mapped Instruments

Adjusting Parameters

Details how to adjust instrument parameters using keyboard knobs.

Customizing Parameter Mappings

Guides on enabling Edit mode to customize parameter mappings.

Playing and Editing Scales and Chords

Playing a Scale

Playing Chords

Setting the Scale Parameters

Covers parameters for selecting scales, root notes, banks, and types.

Setting the Key Mode Parameter

Setting the Chord Parameters

Details parameters for Chord Mode, Type, and Position.

Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator

Playing Arpeggiator Sequences

Editing the Arpeggiator

Guides on shaping note sequences using Arpeggiator parameters.

Setting the Main Parameters

Covers Mode and Type parameters for Arp and Note Repeat modes.

Setting the Rhythm Parameters

Explains Rate, Sequence, and Swing parameters for rhythms.

Setting the Other Parameters

Setting the Advanced Parameters

Covers Retrigger, Repeat, Offset, and Inversion parameters.

Setting the Range Parameters

Setting the Hold Parameter

Troubleshooting