Komplete Kontrol A61

61 Semi-Weighted Keys
Extended custom NI keybed gives you more range and expressive playability for complex performances.

OLED Display
Shows essential information like presets and parameter values for quick, focused control.

Smart Play Features
Access over 100 scales and modes, play full chords and arpeggios with single keys, and stay in key automatically.

Pre-Mapped Plug-in Control
Seamless integration with KOMPLETE, NKS instruments, and VST plug-ins, no manual mapping needed.

DAW Integration
Hands-on control of transport, tempo, levels, and more in major DAWs like Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, GarageBand, Cubase, and Nuendo.

8 Touch-Sensitive Control Knobs
Instant access to essential parameters like filters, envelopes, and effects.

4-Directional Push Encoder
Easily browse sounds, load presets, and navigate menus with one hand.

Pitch & Mod Wheels
Smooth, responsive controls for expressive real-time performance.

Includes Komplete 15 Select
Comes with a curated library of synths, sampled instruments, and effects to start producing right away.

USB Bus Powered
No external power supply required, just connect via USB and play.

TRS Pedal Input
Supports a sustain pedal for enhanced expression.

MIDI Controller Mode
Use as a general MIDI keyboard for any software instrument or DAW.

Spacious, Studio-Ready Layout
Larger form factor (984 mm width) and 4.7 kg weight ideal for permanent setups.

General Specifications
Product Name: Komplete Kontrol A61
Device Type: Smart, Streamlined MIDI Keyboard Controller
Keyboard Type: Custom Native Instruments keybed
Key Count: 61 semi-weighted keys
Display: High-contrast OLED for real-time parameter feedback and navigation
Power: USB 2.0 bus-powered
Color: Black
Weight: 4.7 kg / 10.4 lbs
Dimensions: 984 × 257 × 89 mm (38.7'' × 10.1'' × 3.5'')

Controls & Interface
Pitch Wheel: Ergonomic, assignable
Modulation Wheel: Ergonomic, assignable
Rotary Encoder: 4-directional push encoder for one-handed sound browsing and project navigation
Knobs: 8 touch-sensitive control knobs
Transport Controls: Play, pause, record, quantize, tempo, loop, undo/redo, etc.
Pedal Input: 1 × TRS jack (assignable to sustain)

Integration & Software
Included Software:
– Komplete Kontrol software
– Komplete 15 Select (via registration e-voucher; choice of Beats, Band, or Electronic edition)
– Ableton Live Lite
Smart Play Features:
– Scale mode (100+ scales and modes)
– Chord Mode (Chord Sets, Harmonizer)
– Arpeggiator with real-time editable settings
NKS Integration: Full support for Native Kontrol Standard plug-ins
DAW Integration:
– Full: Logic Pro X, GarageBand, Ableton Live
– Upcoming: Cubase, Nuendo
– Universal MIDI controller functionality

Connectivity
USB: USB 2.0 (cable included)
Pedal: 1 × TRS input for sustain or custom assignment
Host Compatibility:
– macOS 13, 14, 15
– Windows 10 (64-bit), Windows 11
– CPU: Intel Core i5 or Apple Silicon (native or Rosetta 2)
– RAM: 4 GB minimum (6 GB recommended)
Graphics: OpenGL 2.1 or higher required

Plug-in Support
Plug-in Formats (64-bit only):
– macOS: Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX
– Windows: Standalone, VST, VST3, AAX
Preset Browsing:
– Tag-based system with category filtering
– Instant preview without loading instruments
– Favorite tagging and user preset saving
– Toggle between Factory and User Library

Performance Features
Smart Play Modes:
– Stay-in-key mapping
– One-touch chord triggering
– Arpeggiator synced to tempo with editable depth and range
Parameter Control: Pre-mapped to Komplete & NKS plug-ins
Live Feedback: OLED screen displays precise control values (Hz, dB, BPM)

Use Case
Application: Studio music production, live performance, composing, educational setups
Ideal For: Professional users needing extended key range, deep DAW and plug-in control

Included in Box
Komplete Kontrol A61 Keyboard
USB Cable
Software Downloads: Komplete Kontrol, Komplete 15 Select, Ableton Live Lite (post-registration)
Digital Setup Guide and Product Documentation