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Kontrol S88 MK3
Advanced, seamless software integration
With the Native Instruments Kontrol S88 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.
Polyphonic Aftertouch provides unparalleled expression
Utilising Polyphonic Aftertouch, the Kontrol S88 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 S88 MK3's hammer-action keybed offers the best possible polyphonic aftertouch experience, providing you with unparalleled control over your performances.
Crisp, high-resolution glass display for easy navigation
Navigating your sounds and making adjustments is made incredibly intuitive with the high-resolution full-colour screen of the Kontrol S88 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.
Revamped design with encoders, button islands and more
Native Instruments Kontrol S88 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.
Deep software integration and flexible compatibility
The Kontrol S88 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.
Complete with music software bundle including Komplete Select, VSTs and more!
With the Kontrol S88 MK3, you'll have access to a range of powerful software and virtual instruments. The package includes Komplete 14 Select, Kontakt 7, Komplete Kontrol Software, Stradivari Cello, Guitar Rig LE, Elements Suite, and Hypha. This comprehensive collection of software gives you thousands of instruments and sounds to explore, opening up endless possibilities for your music production. Upon registering your Kontrol S88, you will also receive a FREE Kontakt instrument of your choosing.
The Kontrol S88 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.
Komplete 14 Ultimate
Platforms
- Kontakt 7
- Reaktor 6
- Komplete Kontrol Software
Synthesisers
- Bx_Oberhausen
- Blocks Prime
- Fm8
- Form
- Kontour
- Massive
- Massive X
- Monark
- Playbox
- Razor
- Reaktor Prism
- Reaktor Spark
- Retro Machines Mk2
- Rounds
- Skanner Xt
- Super 8
- Trk-01
Creative Samplers
Sampled Instruments
- 40s Very Own Drums
- 40s Very Own Keys
- Analog Dreams
- Butch Vig Drums
- Cloud Supply
- Deft Lines
- Empire Breaks
- Ethereal Earth
- Glaze
- Hybrid Keys
- Ignition Keys
- Lo-Fi Glow
- Melted Vibes
- Modular Icons
- Soul Sessions
- Stacks
Acoustic Pianos
- Alicia's Keys
- Noire
- Piano Colors
- The Gentleman
- The Giant
- The Grandeur
- The Maverick
- Una Corda
Electronic Pianos and Organs
- George Duke Soul Treasures
- Scarbee A200
- Scarbee Clavinet/Pianet
- Scarbee Mark I
- Vintage Organs
Drums and Percussion
- Abbey Road 50s Drummer
- Abbey Road 60s Drummer
- Abbey Road 70s Drummer
- Abbey Road 80s Drummer
- Abbey Road Modern Drummer
- Abbey Road Vintage Drummer
- Drumlab
- Studio Drummer
Electric Basses
- Scarbee Jay-Bass
- Scarbee Mm-Bass
- Scarbee Mm-Bass Amped
- Scarbee Pre-Bass
- Scarbee Pre-Bass Amped
- Scarbee Rickenbacker Bass
- Session Bassist - Prime Bass
Acoustic and Electric Guitars
- Session Guitarist - Electric Mint
- Session Guitarist - Electric Sunburst Deluxe
- Session Guitarist - Electric Vintage
- Session Guitarist - Picked Acoustic
- Session Guitarist - Picked Nylon
- Session Guitarist - Strummed Acoustic
- Session Guitarist - Strummed Acoustic 2
Contemporary Strings and Horns
- Session Horns Pro
- Session Strings Pro 2
Spotlight Collections
- Balinese Gamelan
- Cuba
- East Asia
- India
- Middle East
- West Africa
Cinematic
- Action Strikes
- Action Strings 2
- Ashlight
- Damage
- Emotive Strings
- Kinetic Metal
- Kinetic Toys
- Mallet Flux
- Mysteria
- Pharlight
- Rise & Hit
- Sequis
- Straylight
- Thrill
Classical Instruments
- Stradivari Violin
- Symphony Essentials - Brass Ensemble
- Symphony Essentials - Brass Solo
- Symphony Essentials - Percussion
- Symphony Essentials - String Ensemble
- Symphony Essentials - Woodwind Ensemble
- Symphony Essentials - Woodwind Solo
Mastering Effects
Studio Effects
- Bx_Console N
- Bx_Limiter True Peak
- Enhanced Eq
- Passive Eq
- Solid Bus Comp
- Solid Dynamics
- Solid Eq
- Supercharger Gt
- Transient Master
- Vari Comp
- VC 160
- VC 2A
- VC 76
Creative Effects
- Bite
- Bx_Crispytuner
- Choral
- Dirt
- Driver
- Flair
- Freak
- Guitar Rig 6 Pro
- Lo-Fi-Af
- Molekular
- Phasis
- Raum
- RC 24
- RC 48
- Replika Xt
- The Finger
- The Mouth
Expansions
- Amplified Funk
- Aquarius Earth
- Artist Expansion - Sasha
- Astral Flutter
- Backyard Jams
- Basement Era
- Body Mechanik
- Bumpin Flava
- Byte Riot
- Carbon Decay
- Caribbean Current
- Cavern Floor
- Decoded Forms
- Deep Matter
- Drop Squad
- Elastic Thump
- Faded Reels
- Global Shake
- Golden Kingdom
- Halcyon Sky
- Indigo Dust
- Infinite Escape
- Lazer Dice
- Lilac Glare
- Liquid Energy
- London Grit
- Lucid Mission
- Magnetic Coast
- Marble Rims
- Molten Veil
- Mother Board
- Neo Boogie
- Neon Drive
- Opaline Drift
- Platinum Bounce
- Prismatic Bliss
- Pure Drip
- Queensbridge Story
- Rhythm Source
- Rising Crescent
- Solar Breeze
- Soul Magic
- True School
- Velvet Lounge
- Warped Symmetry
Massive Expansions
- Nocturnal State
- Spectrum Quake
- Stadium Flex
Massive X Expansions
- Beam
- Bounce
- Bump
- Charge
- Drive
- Fade
- Haze
- Kino
- Mechanix
- Moebius
- Our House
- Pulse
- Quest
- Rush
- Scene
- Wake
Features
Kontrol S88 MK3
- 88-note hammer-action FATAR keybed provides unmatched playability and articulation
- Experience unmatched software connectivity with cutting-edge NKS technology that offers a seamless interaction with Kontakt and associated instruments, effects and sounds
- All three models feature polyphonic aftertouch as standard, and notably, Kontrol S88 is the first hammer-action keyboard controller with polyphonic aftertouch readily available
- High-definition full-colour display for effortless browsing, fine-tuning, and mixing
- Elegant design incorporating metal and glass elements, crafted to the highest quality standards
- Stay harmonious with a revamped Light Guide that also identifies sounds, key zones, switches, scales, and more
- Anodized aluminium knobs and pitch and modulation wheels for enhanced control
- USB MIDI, USB-C bus-powered, along with sustain, expression, and two assignable pedal inputs for improved versatility
- Superior integration with all major DAWs that extends beyond conventional transport controls
Komplete 14 Ultimate
- Industry-leading production suite comprised of 139 world-class virtual instruments and 62 expansions totalling over 84,000+ sounds
- Each expansion is filled with loops, samples, one-shots, synth presets or drum kits and can be loaded on existing Native Instruments products including Massie, Massive X, Battery 4 and Monark
- Discover legendary synth tones, hyper-realistic sampled instruments and studio-grade effects and processors in one package
- Includes more than 30 premium mixing, mastering, studio and creative effects
- Includes the newly developed Kontakt 7, the world's most used Sampler and other established favourites like Reaktor 6, Massive X, FM8 and Monark
- Aimed at professional engineers, musicians and sound designers working across any genre or style
- Includes new additions from iZotope, Plugin Alliance and Brainworx
- Save big on the combined costs of all included products
- Easy setup, activation and updating with Native Access 2
- Seamless integration with Maschine and Komplete Kontrol
- Works with any DAW
Specifications
Kontrol S88 MK3
System Requirements
- OS:
- macOS 13 (Ventura) or higher (compatible with macOS 12 in MIDI 1.0 mode)
- Windows 10 (latest service pack) or higher
- RAM: 8GB
- Processor: Intel Core i5, Apple M1 (and equivalent or higher)
- MIDI: MIDI 2.0 compatible
Physical
- Dimensions: 1353 x 347 x 120 mm
- Weight: 13.5 kg
- Product Code: 29855
Komplete 14 Ultimate
System requirements- Operating system:
- Mac: macOS 10.15, 11 or 12, 64-bit
- Windows: Windows 10 or 11, 64-bit
- Processor:
- Mac: Intel Core i5 or equivalent, Apple Silicon (Using Rosetta 2)
- Windows: Intel Core i5 or equivalent
- Format:
- Mac: VST, AU and AAX, 64-bit
- Windows: VST and AAX, 64-bit
- RAM: 4GB (6GB recommended)
- GPU: OpenGL 2.1 or higher
- Disk space: 20GB (770GB for complete installation)
General- Activation: Internet connection required to install and activate
- Product code: 28909