Native Instruments KOMPLETE KONTROL A61 Smart Keyboard Controller

The KOMPLETE KONTROL A61 is the ultimate smart, streamlined controller for the studio musician who demands expressive playability without compromising on software control. With 61 premium, semi-weighted keys, this keyboard provides the expansive range needed for composing piano parts, string arrangements, and complex synth leads. It serves as your tactile command center, offering immediate, pre-mapped control over every KOMPLETE instrument and effect, plus hundreds of NKS-compatible third-party plug-ins. Simply connect to your DAW and let the seamless hardware-software integration eliminate creative friction, ensuring you spend more time playing and less time clicking.

Key Features

Expansive 61-Key Keybed: Features a best-in-class, custom NI semi-weighted keybed, offering a responsive and natural feel across five octaves.
Intelligent OLED Display: An informative Organic LED screen provides instant visual feedback for browsing sounds, adjusting parameters, and navigating projects right from the keyboard.
Pre-Mapped Precision: Instantly access and control hundreds of virtual instruments and effects via the Native Kontrol Standard (NKS) and VST/VST3 support—no manual mapping required.
Smart Play Modes: Unlock advanced musicality with features like Easy Mode (stay in key automatically), Chord Mode (play chords with single keys), and a powerful Arpeggiator.
Comprehensive DAW Control: Includes dedicated transport controls for deep, intuitive integration with Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, GarageBand, Cubase, Nuendo, and more.
Professional Software Suite: Ships with a robust collection of professional instruments and effects, including KOMPLETE KONTROL Software and MASCHINE Essentials, to start creating immediately.

Specifications

Feature	Detail
Number of Keys	61
Key Action	Semi-Weighted Custom NI Keybed
Display	Graphic OLED Display
Control Interface	8 x Touch-Sensitive Control Knobs
Navigation	4-Directional Push Encoder
Pedal Input	1 x 1/4" TRS (Assignable to Sustain or Expression)
Connectivity	USB 2.0 (Type B)
Power	USB Bus Powered
Dimensions (W x D x H)	$984 x 257 x 89 mm$ ( $38.7" x 10.1" x 3.5"$ )
Weight	$4.7 kg$ ( $10.4 lbs$ )

The KOMPLETE KONTROL A61 is the perfect solution for composers and producers who need full keyboard range paired with smart, integrated software control. Its robust build, expressive keybed, and intelligent workflow features make it the engine for turning inspiration into reality on a larger scale. Stop letting software get in the way of your performance, and start controlling your entire virtual studio with professional precision.

Elevate your composing today—add the KOMPLETE KONTROL A61 to your studio setup!