Native Instruments Kontrol S49 MK3 MIDI Controller

Native Instruments Kontrol S49 MK3 MIDI Keyboard Controller

The Native Instruments Kontrol S49 MK3 is a professional 49-key MIDI keyboard controller designed for music production, composition, virtual instruments, sound design, and advanced DAW workflows. Its semi-weighted Fatar TP/90 keybed with polyphonic aftertouch provides expressive control over compatible instruments, allowing individual notes to respond independently to additional finger pressure.

A large 1280 × 480 high-resolution color display, intelligent RGB Light Guide, next-generation NKS integration, touch-sensitive controls, and deep DAW functionality allow sounds, presets, parameters, effects, and sessions to be managed directly from the keyboard. USB-C connectivity, MIDI In/Out, four assignable pedal inputs, and standalone MIDI control also make the S49 MK3 suitable for integrating external synthesizers, drum machines, and other compatible hardware.

Key Features

• 49 Semi-Weighted Keys: Professional Fatar TP/90 keybed provides a responsive playing feel for synthesizers, virtual instruments, orchestral libraries, and composition.
• Polyphonic Aftertouch: Apply individual pressure to each key to control compatible parameters such as vibrato, pitch, filter cutoff, and modulation.
• Next-Generation NKS Integration: Provides direct browsing and detailed hardware control of compatible Native Instruments and third-party instruments, effects, and sounds.
• 1280 × 480 Color Display: High-resolution glass display provides clear visual feedback for sound browsing, parameter adjustment, mixing, and navigation.
• RGB Light Guide: Lights above the keys display scales, key zones, drum mappings, key switches, and other performance information.
• Smart Play Functions: Scale, Chord, and Arpeggiator tools support composition and performance workflows.
• 8 Touch-Sensitive Encoders: Provide hands-on adjustment of virtual instrument parameters, plug-ins, effects, and mixer settings.
• 4D Navigation Encoder: Allows quick browsing and control directly from the keyboard interface.
• Pitch & Modulation Wheels: Illuminated controls provide expressive real-time performance adjustment.
• Advanced DAW Integration: Provides dedicated integration with major production software including Ableton Live, Bitwig, Cubase, Digital Performer, FL Studio, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, and Studio One.
• MIDI In & Out: Connect external synthesizers, drum machines, sound modules, and other MIDI-compatible equipment.
• Four Assignable Pedal Inputs: Supports sustain, expression, and additional compatible pedal control.
• USB-C Bus Powered: Receives power and MIDI data from a compatible USB-C computer connection.
• Professional Construction: Anodized aluminium control components and grouped control sections provide a durable studio interface.

Specifications

Why Choose the Native Instruments Kontrol S49 MK3?

• Expressive Polyphonic Aftertouch: Individual key pressure provides detailed control over compatible instruments and parameters.
• Professional Fatar Keybed: The semi-weighted TP/90 mechanism provides a responsive feel for synth, orchestral, piano, and production workflows.
• Deep Software Integration: Next-generation NKS provides direct control of compatible instruments, effects, presets, and sound libraries.
• Highly Visual Workflow: The large color display and RGB Light Guide provide immediate feedback for sounds, zones, scales, and parameters.
• Advanced DAW Control: Dedicated integration reduces reliance on the computer mouse during recording, editing, and mixing.
• External Hardware Control: MIDI In/Out and assignable pedals allow integration with synthesizers, drum machines, and other MIDI devices.
• Compact Professional Format: The 49-key layout provides advanced S-Series control in a more space-efficient footprint.

A Professional 49-Key Smart Controller for Modern Music Production

The Native Instruments Kontrol S49 MK3 combines a premium Fatar keybed, polyphonic aftertouch, high-resolution visual control, next-generation NKS integration, Smart Play functions, flexible MIDI connectivity, and advanced DAW control in a compact professional studio keyboard. It is suitable for producers, composers, performers, sound designers, virtual-instrument users, home studios, and professional music-production environments.

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