satya Posted September 12, 2023 Share Posted September 12, 2023 (edited) https://www.thomann.de/intl/native_instruments_komplete_kontrol_s49_mk3.htm https://www.native-instruments.com/en/products/komplete/keyboards/kontrol-s49-s61-s88/ The new Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S MK3 series arrives with completely overhauled hardware, polyphonic aftertouch, next-generation NKS implementation, and other new features. The NI Komplete Kontrol S MK3 series keyboard controllers are now available! Like before, the NI Komplete Kontrol S MK3 series is available in three different keyboard sizes. You can choose from semi-weighted models with 49 or 61 keys, or the 88-key variant with hammer-action keys. According to NI, the all-new keybeds were developed in collaboration with Fatar. The biggest news is obviously that all three variants now support poly pressure, which opens up new performance opportunities with compatible software synths and instruments. The keyboard controllers come with a comprehensive software package. In addition to Komplete 14 Select and the Komplete Kontrol software, you’ll receive copies of Stradivari Cello, Hypha, Guitar Rig LE, iZotope Elements Suite, and Ableton Live Lite. The new Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S MK3 series is now available at Thomann. Prices range from €749.00 for the 49-key model* to €849.00 for 61 keys* to €1299.00 for the 88-key version*. Edited September 12, 2023 by satya 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enzooriginal Posted September 12, 2023 Share Posted September 12, 2023 (edited) No touch screen 😑 I will keep my S61 mk1 Edited September 12, 2023 by enzooriginal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
satya Posted September 12, 2023 Author Share Posted September 12, 2023 Did arturia provide touchscreen? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sander Verstraten Posted September 12, 2023 Share Posted September 12, 2023 Nothing that makes me want to upgrade my MK2. I'll just keep my Sensel Morph on the side for my MPE needs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
satya Posted September 12, 2023 Author Share Posted September 12, 2023 (edited) These r overpriced keyboards , is NKS even a deal I don't know , I m happy with my keylab mk2 Edited September 12, 2023 by satya Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jngnz Posted September 12, 2023 Share Posted September 12, 2023 Where's the link to the $49 upgrade? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fleer Posted September 12, 2023 Share Posted September 12, 2023 42 minutes ago, enzooriginal said: No touch screen 😑 I will keep my S61 mk1 Same here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fleer Posted September 12, 2023 Share Posted September 12, 2023 Edith: but it looks like it’s better than Mk2, if it’s fully usb-powered. That’s why I like my Mk1 and never upgraded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solidos Posted September 12, 2023 Share Posted September 12, 2023 749€ for the 49keys version is pretty insane.... 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jngnz Posted September 12, 2023 Share Posted September 12, 2023 Poly aftertouch and pressure sensors is like 66% of MPE. Combined with the hammer action on the S88, that's an insane feature set and probably unique on the market right now. The prices for the S49 and S61 are still however not justified unless you for some reason absolutely love NKS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulo Posted September 12, 2023 Share Posted September 12, 2023 Meh, but hopefully this will make Arturia pull their finger out and release a full mk3 range. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fleer Posted September 12, 2023 Share Posted September 12, 2023 Full-color glass display Fatar keyboard with polyphonic aftertouch as standard Metal-touch pitch and modulation wheels with central illumination Hardware/software integration with direct connection to Kontakt helps you find, adjust, and play sounds quickly and easily Integration with all major DAWs lets you control transport and mixing commands directly from the keyboard: record, stop, rewind, mix, edit, and see project channels on the display Precision tweaking for all your sounds, pre-mapped to key instrument and effect parameters Redesigned Light Guide pinpoints notes with a light above each key USB, MIDI, and (YES!) bus-powered USB-C connectivity plus inputs for four pedals: one sustain, one expression, and two assignable pedals Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reid Rosefelt Posted September 12, 2023 Share Posted September 12, 2023 (edited) I count 18 buttons on this. There are 28 buttons on my S88 MK2. They removed five buttons between the left screen and the preset buttons. These are normally not lit, but if you load Maschine 2 software in your DAW (which NI sells to people without Maschines) they all light up: Scene, Pattern, Track, Key Mode, and Clear. With those buttons and the keyboard, you have a lot of Maschine functionality. It's not as good as having a Maschine, of course. I'm sure very few people use them, but I do and I'm not parting with my S88 MK2. No idea exactly what the other five buttons were. A lot of things that are marked as NEW in this video are already present. DIN plugs!!!!!!! I'm very relieved that I don't have to buy this! Very scared it would be way better. It's only a touch better, in some ways. The knobs change color to match the libraries. Woo hoo! 😄 But not worth it to me for the cost. I mean, I have a little ROLI if I want MPE. It's not something I do all the time. Edited September 12, 2023 by Reid Rosefelt 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fleer Posted September 12, 2023 Share Posted September 12, 2023 Loopop always delivers 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fleer Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 All the Maschine buttons are gone, which is perfectly fine by me. And the screen is finally fully usable with usb-c without the need for a separate adapter. Still very much in love with my Mk1 OLED screens, but this new one is quite alluring. Should go for under $500 though. Or I’ll get it with a free upgrade to KU15CE 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Ewing Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 (edited) Every one of these I've seen in studios has burned out colored LED lights, at least one wonky key, and some problem with the display. (usually one side has color issues). And the keybeds are all dog**** compared to the competion. ****, the SL88 Studio (let alone the Grand) has a better keybed than the S88 MKII and it's like 1/3 the price lol. I doubt this will be an improvement. And there's no point in comparing what keybed this uses vs. a competitor - the exact same keybed can feel totally different on different controllers depending on the housing. People throw around these "Fatar" and "full weighted hammer action!" terms like they mean anything without context. Believe it or not, there are actual real pianos that play like crap too. Never underestimate a consumers ability to spend money on useless features / eye candy over durability & usability of core components (i.e. the actual keybed!). You know they're all about durability and efficiency when they wire LED lights onto the pitch and mod wheels when a paint stripe has worked fine for decades. These things have "will be broken in a year and have no resale value" written all over it. And they'll sell a gazillion of them. Haha. Edited September 13, 2023 by Carl Ewing 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solidos Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 6 hours ago, Fleer said: All the Maschine buttons are gone Not just that, there's currently zero integration with Maschine at the moment. Source (loopop): https://youtu.be/G0W1jaEppBQ?t=1393 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zo Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 What s wrong with the 25 to 32 keys segment , no more prenium there ....glad i kept my s25 ...axtually thinking of ditching ...5e keyboard and make a novation like only knobs surface .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sander Verstraten Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 It's an interesting way to promote a new product: New integration with our updated software. Buy and keep your fingers crossed any additional integration with your DAW will pop eventually! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fleer Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 3 hours ago, Zo said: What s wrong with the 25 to 32 keys segment , no more prenium there ....glad i kept my s25 ...axtually thinking of ditching ...5e keyboard and make a novation like only knobs surface .... Yeah, would love a new 32. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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