Native Instruments A-series Komplete Kontrol A49 Midi Controller Keyboards
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Product Overview
The Smart Gateway to Your Studio
The Komplete Kontrol A49 is designed for producers who need more room to play but want a clean, minimalist workspace. It bridges the gap between hardware and software by bringing the KOMPLETE ecosystem directly to your fingertips. With its full-sized keys and rugged build quality, the A49 serves as a reliable and intuitive hub for any modern music production setup.
Product Description
Responsive Playing and Creative Tools:
The A49 features a custom-engineered semi-weighted keybed, providing a professional response that is ideal for playing everything from piano chords to fast synth leads. To assist your creative process, it includes Smart Play technology: you can stay perfectly in key with over 100 different scales, play complex chord progressions with a single finger, or use the integrated arpeggiator to add rhythmic movement to your tracks.
Seamless Hands-On Control:
Equipped with the Native Kontrol Standard (NKS), the A49 automatically maps its eight touch-sensitive knobs to the most essential parameters of your instruments. The informative OLED display ensures you always know what you are tweaking. Additionally, a 4-directional push encoder allows for fast, one-handed browsing of your sound library, while dedicated transport controls give you direct command over your DAW’s play and record functions.
Versatile Hub for Your Software:
The Komplete Kontrol A49 is USB 2.0 bus-powered, simplifying your cable management. It comes with a comprehensive collection of software to get you started immediately, including Ableton Live Lite, MASCHINE Essentials, and iconic virtual instruments like Monark, The Gentleman, and Reaktor Prism. Whether you are starting out or expanding your studio, the A49 provides the professional tools needed to elevate your sound.
Key Features
49 Semi-Weighted Keys: Full-sized, custom NI keybed for a professional playing experience.
Informative OLED Display: Provides clear feedback for navigation and parameter editing.
8 Touch-Sensitive Knobs: Pre-mapped for instant, tactile control over plugins.
4-Directional Push Encoder: Efficient, one-handed sound browsing and project navigation.
Smart Play Capabilities: Built-in scale, chord, and arpeggiator functions to keep you in key.
Full NKS Integration: Deep, automatic mapping for hundreds of virtual instruments.
Integrated DAW Controls: Dedicated buttons for transport and navigation in your software.
USB Bus Powered: Connect and play with a single cable for both data and power.
