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  • Page 1 MANUAL...
  • Page 2 The information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Native Instruments GmbH. The software described by this docu- ment is subject to a License Agreement and may not be copied to other media. No part of this...
  • Page 3 NATIVE INSTRUMENTS FRANCE SARL SHENZHEN NATIVE INSTRUMENTS COMPANY Limited 113 Rue Saint-Maur 203B & 201B, Nanshan E-Commerce Base Of 75011 Paris Innovative Services France Shi Yun Road, Shekou, Nanshan, Shenzhen www.native-instruments.com China www.native-instruments.com © NATIVE INSTRUMENTS GmbH, 2017. All rights reserved.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL ................10 Document Conventions ....................... 10 Box Contents ..........................12 System Requirements ......................... 12 Accessibility ..........................14 1.4.1 Feature Overview ....................... 15 1.4.2 Hardware Overview ....................17 1.4.3 Training Mode ......................18 New Features in KOMPLETE KONTROL 1.9 ..............
  • Page 5 Table of Contents Perform Panel ..........................43 Plug-in Panel ..........................44 Instrument Area .......................... 44 Keyboard Overview ....................46 Transport Section ........................48 Perform Section .......................... 49 Control Section ........................... 50 Light Guide ..........................52 Touch Strips ..........................53 Transpose Buttons ........................53 Global Controls and Preferences ................
  • Page 6 Table of Contents 7.5.6 Preferences – Hardware Page ..................77 MIDI Communication ....................80 Host Automation ......................... 81 8.1.1 Automation IDs for the Perform Panel ................ 81 8.1.2 Recording Automation ....................82 Using the Keyboard in MIDI Mode ....................85 Using the Keyboard as Stand-Alone MIDI Controller ..............
  • Page 7 Table of Contents 10.9 Working with Favorites ....................... 111 10.9.1 Adding Preset Files to the Favorites ................112 10.9.2 Displaying Favorites in the Results List ..............113 10.9.3 Removing Preset Files from the Favorites ..............114 10.10 Performing a Text Search ......................116 10.11 Displaying Preset File Information ....................
  • Page 8 Table of Contents 13 Playing and Editing Scales and Chords ............... 143 13.1 A Note about Music Theory ......................144 13.2 Playing a Scale ........................... 145 13.3 Playing Chords ........................... 146 13.4 Editing Scales and Chords ......................146 13.5 Setting the Scale Parameters ..................... 147 13.5.1 Scale Root Note ......................
  • Page 9 Table of Contents 14.6.2 Other Dynamic ......................173 14.6.3 Other Gate ......................... 173 14.7 Setting the Advanced Parameters ....................174 14.7.1 Advanced Retrigger ....................174 14.7.2 Advanced Repeat ....................... 175 14.7.3 Advanced Offset ......................175 14.7.4 Advanced Inversion ....................175 14.8 Setting the Range Parameters ....................

  • Page 10: Welcome To Komplete Kontrol

    KOMPLETE KONTROL offers advanced integration with a number of hosts and provides full control of any Instruments supporting NKS, both from Native Instruments and partners. The keyboard lets you browse your Instruments in an intuitive way and play them creatively with KOMPLETE KONTROL’s unique Scale engine and Arpeggiator.
  • Page 11 Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL Document Conventions ▪ Text appearing in (drop-down) menus (such as Open…, Save as… etc.) in the software and paths to locations on your hard disk or other storage devices is printed in italics. ▪ Text appearing elsewhere (labels of buttons, controls, text next to checkboxes etc.) in the software is printed in blue.

  • Page 12: Box Contents

    Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL Box Contents Box Contents The box contains the following items: ▪ Information flyer providing: ▪ the hardware serial number of the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard ▪ a web link for downloading the KOMPLETE SELECT software bundle (including KOM- PLETE KONTROL) ▪...
  • Page 13 Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL System Requirements www.native-instruments.com/products/komplete/bundles/komplete-11/specifications/ KOMPLETE KONTROL - Manual - 13...

  • Page 14: Accessibility

    Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL Accessibility Accessibility KOMPLETE KONTROL offers a set of accessibility features for visually-impaired users. These are focused exclusively on the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard itself and include voice-over for the following features: ▪ All Perform and Transpose buttons, Parameter Page Left / Right buttons and key Naviga- tion buttons.

  • Page 15: Feature Overview

    Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL Accessibility 1.4.1 Feature Overview The following table outlines the availability of accessibility features for different aspects of KOMPLETE KONTROL from both the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard and the KOM- PLETE KONTROL software. Feature Acces- Acces- Notes sible sible from...
  • Page 16 Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL Accessibility Feature Acces- Acces- Notes sible sible from from Key- Soft- board ware Navigate tracks Logic Pro X, GarageBand, Cubase control Pro, Cubase Artist, Nuendo, and Live: audible feedback is dependent on host. Control transport Logic Pro X, GarageBand, Cubase Pro, Cubase Artist, Nuendo, and Live: audible feedback is dependent on host.

  • Page 17: Hardware Overview

    Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL Accessibility 1.4.2 Hardware Overview The KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard is divided into five main sections: Transpose, Perform, Transport, the Control section and Navigate. The Transpose section is on the far left of the keyboard next to the keybed and directly above the two Touch Strips.

  • Page 18: Training Mode

    Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL Accessibility 1.4.3 Training Mode KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series Training Mode makes it easy to locate a specific button or pa- rameter without accidentally triggering an action. When Training Mode is activated, all button presses and parameter names are announced but the corresponding action is not triggered. To activate or deactivate Training Mode from the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series key- ►...

  • Page 19: New Features In Komplete Kontrol 1.9

    New Features in KOMPLETE KONTROL 1.9 New Features in KOMPLETE KONTROL 1.9 ▪ KOMPLETE KONTROL 1.9 adds support for the next generation of KOMPLETE KONTROL S49 and S61 keyboards. ▪ Additionally, it introduces the comprehensive Preview function to the Browser. Now you can preview sounds when browsing Factory Preset files for all KOMPLETE and NKS Instru- ments.

  • Page 20: The Komplete Kontrol Workflow

    The KOMPLETE KONTROL Workflow The KOMPLETE KONTROL Workflow KOMPLETE KONTROL brings all the sounds from KOMPLETE and the Native Kontrol Standard (NKS) to the heart of your workflow. Its advanced integration in a number of hosts enables you to quickly capture ideas, with immediate access to the sounds you need—all directly from the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard.
  • Page 21 The KOMPLETE KONTROL Workflow ▪ Host integration: Advanced integration in a number of hosts allows you control core func- tionality directly from the keyboard. For more information, refer to ↑4.3, Setting up Host Integration ↑9, Host Integration. ▪ Browser: The Browser is your interface for finding, loading and organizing Instruments and Preset files from the KOMPLETE KONTROL Library.

  • Page 22: Setting Up Komplete Kontrol

    Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL This section provides basic setup information and guides you through the process of integrat- ing KOMPLETE KONTROL with supported hosts. The KOMPLETE KONTROL software is installed both as a stand-alone application as well as a VST, Audio Unit, and AAX plug-in.

  • Page 23: Connecting The Keyboard To The Computer

    Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Connecting the Keyboard to the Computer Connecting the Keyboard to the Computer This section assumes that you have assembled and connected the power supply accord- ing to the instructions printed on the Safety Instructions flyer found in the product box. To connect the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard to your computer: Attach the ‘device end’...

  • Page 24: Setting Up The Stand-Alone Application

    Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Setting up the Stand-Alone Application Setting up the Stand-Alone Application When you launch the KOMPLETE KONTROL software from its installation directory, it starts as a stand-alone application independently from a host. By default the application uses the standard audio interface of your computer. In order to use another audio interface, and receive MIDI notes from the keyboard, you need configure the ap- plication in its Preferences.
  • Page 25 Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Setting up the Stand-Alone Application Preferences panel — Audio page Click on MIDI to display the MIDI page. Click on Input to display the available devices for incoming MIDI signals. Click the Komplete Kontrol checkboxes to activate incoming MIDI signals from the key- board.

  • Page 26: Setting Up Host Integration

    Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Setting up Host Integration Preferences panel — MIDI page (entries may vary on your computer) The software is configured and ready to be controlled with the keyboard. → The MIDI Output settings are required for using KOMPLETE KONTROL’s Smart Play features with other MIDI instruments.
  • Page 27 Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Setting up Host Integration ▪ MASCHINE ▪ Apple Logic Pro X ▪ Apple GarageBand ▪ Ableton Live ▪ Steinberg Cubase / Nuendo Before using the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard to control a supported host, a few configuration steps are required: Configuring Your Host for Use with the Keyboard For some of KOMPLETE KONTROL’s advanced integration features to function as intended,...

  • Page 28: Setting Up Apple Logic Pro X And Garageband

    Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Setting up Host Integration 4.3.1 Setting up Apple Logic Pro X and GarageBand Apple Logic Pro X and GarageBand are automatically configured for advanced integration with KOMPLETE KONTROL once you launch the respective application for the first time after in- stalling the KOMPLETE KONTROL software.
  • Page 29 Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Setting up Host Integration Installing the KOMPLETE KONTROL Instrument Racks KOMPLETE KONTROL is loaded into Ableton Live in the form of an Instrument Rack. In order to make the required Instrument Rack available in Ableton Live’s browser, it needs to be added to your Ableton Live User Library: Navigate to the following folder: Macintosh HD/Library/Application Support/Native Instru- ments/Host Integration/Ableton Live/...

  • Page 30: Setting Up Ableton Live (Windows)

    The MIDI Remote Script allows Ableton Live to recognize KOMPLETE KONTROL as a control surface. It needs to be copied into Live’s MIDI Remote Scripts directory: Ensure that Ableton Live is not running. Navigate to the following folder: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Native Instruments\Host Integration\Ableton Live\ Copy the Komplete_Kontrol_Mk2 folder to the clipboard.

  • Page 31: Connecting Pedals To The Keyboard

    Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Connecting Pedals to the Keyboard Configuring Ableton Live for KOMPLETE KONTROL Once the MIDI Remote Script and the Instrument Rack file are installed in the correct loca- tion, you need to add KOMPLETE KONTROL as a control surface in Ableton Live's preferences. Start Ableton Live.
  • Page 32 Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Connecting Pedals to the Keyboard The pedal inputs on the rear panel of the keyboard. These inputs allow you to connect sustain and expression pedals in order to further refine your performance. ▪ SUSTAIN: Lets you connect a footswitch to control sustain of the notes you play. This is an on/off switch.

  • Page 33: Connecting External Midi Equipment To The Keyboard

    Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Connecting External MIDI Equipment to the Keyboard The correct polarity for your sustain pedal is set. → Connecting External MIDI Equipment to the Keyboard The KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard has dedicated MIDI sockets that allow you to di- rectly connect other MIDI devices using a 5-pin DIN MIDI cable and integrate the keyboard into your MIDI setup.

  • Page 34: Software Overview

    Software Overview Software Overview This section gives an overview of the areas and controls of the KOMPLETE KONTROL software. Overview of the KOMPLETE KONTROL software. (1) Header: Provides access to general functions like the Main menu, the Preset display, the Transport and Master Volume controls, as well as options to show and hide user interface areas.

  • Page 35: Header

    Software Overview Header Header The header is where you find general settings that affect KOMPLETE KONTROL globally. It al- so lets you access additional user interface areas. 11 12 13 13 The header. (1) KOMPLETE KONTROL logo: Opens the About screen, which shows the version number of the KOMPLETE KONTROL software.
  • Page 36 Software Overview Header (10) Tempo control: Lets you adjust the tempo in BPM (beats per minute). (11) Master Volume control: Lets you adjust the overall output volume of KOMPLETE KON- TROL. The meter shows the current peak level of the output signal. (12) CPU meter: Represents the current load on your computer’s processor;...

  • Page 37: Browser

    Software Overview Browser Browser The Browser gives you access to your KOMPLETE KONTROL Library and lets you add, edit, and organize Preset files. In the Browser’s Library pane, you can browse for all the Instruments and Preset files contained in your Library. In the Files pane, you can find and load compatible files from your hard drive, or add them to the Library.

  • Page 38: Library Pane

    Software Overview Browser 5.2.1 Library Pane Library pane contains the following elements: Library pane. (1) Library: Displays the Library pane. (2) Content selector: The Globe icon selects factory content and the User icon selects user con- tent. Only Preset files of the selected content type are displayed in the results list (7). (3) Instrument selector: Selects a particular Instrument, Instrument category, and bank of the selected Instrument.
  • Page 39 Software Overview Browser (4) TYPES: Lets you browse for Preset files based on Type and Sub-Type tags that have been applied to them. You can collapse or expand this section by clicking on the little arrow next to TYPES. (5) MODES: Lets you browse for Preset files based on Mode tags that have been applied to them.

  • Page 40: Instrument Selector

    Software Overview Browser 5.2.2 Instrument Selector The Instrument selector allows you to limit your search to a certain Instrument category, a par- ticular Instrument, or a specific Bank of the Instrument. You can also load an Instrument along with its default Preset file directly from the Instrument selector. The Instrument selector.
  • Page 41 Software Overview Browser (1) Instrument selector header: The header shows the selected Instrument—if there is no selec- tion it shows a generic label (All Instruments). Click on the header to open or close the Instru- ment selector. (2) Category / Vendor selector: Allows you to sort the Instrument list by Category or by Vendor.

  • Page 42: Files Pane

    Software Overview Browser 5.2.3 Files Pane Files pane contains following elements: Files pane in the Browser. (1) Files tab: Displays the Files pane. (2) Favorite bar: Displays all your favorite folders. A click on any favorite folder lets you jump directly to that particular path and display its content in the Result list (5).

  • Page 43: Perform Panel

    Software Overview Perform Panel (3) Location bar: Displays the selected path. The Location bar provides various tools to quickly navigate your file system. (4) Recent Locations button: Opens a list of the last visited locations for quickly jumping to any of them.

  • Page 44: Plug-In Panel

    Software Overview Plug-in Panel (2) ARP: Clicking the round button left of switches the Arpeggiator on or off. Clicking the label displays the Arpeggiator’s parameters. See ↑14, Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator for details. (3) TOUCHSTRIP: Clicking the TOUCHSTRIP label displays the Touch Strips’ parameters. See ↑15, Configuring the Touch Strips for details.
  • Page 45 Software Overview Instrument Area The Instrument area displaying the Instrument Form. KOMPLETE KONTROL - Manual - 45...

  • Page 46: Keyboard Overview

    Keyboard Overview Keyboard Overview The KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard is tightly integrated in the software and can be used to browse, control and play your Instruments as well as to control supported hosts. The keyboard is available in four sizes: The S25, S49, and S61 are equipped with the same top-quality semi-weighted Fatar keybed with aftertouch.
  • Page 47 Keyboard Overview TRANSPORT section: Controls the transport of supported hosts. TRANSPOSE buttons: The OCT- OCT+ buttons let you transpose the entire keybed one octave down or up, respectively. (4)Touch Strips: The Pitch Strip and the Modulation Strip are automatically assigned to corre- sponding controls of the loaded Instrument.

  • Page 48: Transport Section

    Keyboard Overview Transport Section Transport Section TRANSPORT section at the far left on the keyboard gives you quick and easy access to functions like play, record, loop, etc. in supported hosts. TRANSPORT section. (1) LOOP: Switches between standard and loop playback. (2) RWD: Moves the song position backward.

  • Page 49: Perform Section

    Keyboard Overview Perform Section Perform Section The buttons of the PERFORM section on the far left of the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard let you switch the Scale engine and the Arpeggiator on or off and access their param- eter for editing. The parameters will be visible and editable via the displays and knobs in the Control section.

  • Page 50: Control Section

    Keyboard Overview Control Section Control Section The Control section is located at the center of the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard. The knobs, buttons, and displays are automatically assigned to parameters of the loaded In- strument or selected mode. They provide immediate control and allow for deep editing of vari- ous aspects of KOMPLETE KONTROL.
  • Page 51 Keyboard Overview Control Section PAGE display: Tells you the current control mapping. The PAGE display reflects the map- ping by displaying e.g. or ARP. KOMPLETE KONTROL - Manual - 51...

  • Page 52: Light Guide

    Keyboard Overview Light Guide Light Guide The Light Guide visualizes the key mapping of loaded Instruments and sample mapping. By color coding sample based Instruments and indicating active and inactive keys in scales using the LEDs above the keybed. The Smart Play settings are also reflected by the Light Guide. This means that when you select e.g.

  • Page 53: Touch Strips

    Keyboard Overview Touch Strips Touch Strips The two Touch Strips let you control pitch and modulation parameters of the loaded Instru- ment. The Touch Strips on the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard. The left Touch Strip, called Pitch Strip, is automatically assigned to the pitch bend parameter of the loaded and does not need to be assigned via MIDI learn.

  • Page 54: Global Controls And Preferences

    Global Controls and Preferences Instrument Views Global Controls and Preferences This sections introduces the global controls and the Preferences you can access via the Header of KOMPLETE KONTROL. Instrument Views Once you have loaded an Instrument from the Browser, it appears in the Instrument area of the KOMPLETE KONTROL software.

  • Page 55: Default View

    Global Controls and Preferences Instrument Views 7.1.1 Default View The Default View is the view that first appears when you load an Instrument from the Browser. It gives you access to some of the most important features of each KOMPLETE Instrument with an easy-to-use interface.
  • Page 56 Global Controls and Preferences Instrument Views POLYPLEX in additional view. Besides of selecting Additional View via the KOMPLETE KONTROL Menu and the application menu, you can also do this by clicking the button in the KOMPLETE KONTROL header. Clicking it again will return to the Default View. The + button opens and closes the Additional View.

  • Page 57: Edit View

    Global Controls and Preferences Instrument Views 7.1.3 Edit View Edit view is only available for Instruments powered by KONTAKT or REAKTOR. In the Edit View you have also the possibility to open any KOMPLETE Instrument that can be loaded or played by either the KONTAKT PLAYER or REAKTOR PLAYER. This gives you access to all the flexible controls and features you would normally have when using KONTAKT or RE- AKTOR in stand-alone mode.

  • Page 58: Switching Instances

    Global Controls and Preferences Switching Instances Edit view enables you to access files that cannot be loaded from the KOMPLETE KON- TROL Browser, e.g. KONTAKT Multis which can be loaded from the KONTAKT Browser in edit view. Switching Instances When two or more instances of the KOMPLETE KONTROL software are running (e.g. as a plug- in on different tracks of the host), you must choose which instance you want to control from the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard.
  • Page 59 Global Controls and Preferences Switching Instances Switching to an Instance from the Keyboard When using KOMPLETE KONTROL as a plug-in in a host without advanced integration, you cannot rely on automatic switching between instances. However, you can still select a particu- lar instance of the KOMPLETE KONTROL software from the keyboard by using the on-screen overlay.

  • Page 60: Transport And Tempo

    Global Controls and Preferences Transport and Tempo Transport and Tempo If KOMPLETE KONTROL is used in stand-alone mode, it features its own transport and tempo settings. They are used by sequenced KONTAKT and REAKTOR Instruments as well as the Ar- peggiator.

  • Page 61: Clock Resetting Commands

    Global Controls and Preferences Transport and Tempo 7.3.1 Clock Resetting Commands Clock Resetting Commands from the Software ▪ When the internal clock is stopped, clicking the Reset button allows you to start playback from the beginning by pressing the Play button. ▪...

  • Page 62: Adjusting Master Volume

    Global Controls and Preferences Adjusting Master Volume While holding SHIFT push and turn the Control encoder. The tempo adjusts in increments of one. → Adjusting Master Volume The Master Volume slider lets you adjust the overall output volume of KOMPLETE KONTROL. The Volume meter shows the current peak level of the output signal.

  • Page 63: Preferences - Audio Page

    Global Controls and Preferences Preferences Click Edit > Preferences in the KOMPLETE KONTROL menu: ► 7.5.1 Preferences – Audio Page Audio page holds settings related to your audio interface when KOMPLETE KONTROL is running as a stand-alone application. When using KOMPLETE KONTROL as a plug-in, the audio configuration is managed by the host, and the Audio page is not available.
  • Page 64 Global Controls and Preferences Preferences Preferences panel — Audio page Setting Description Driver Here you can select the audio driver. Device This allows you to choose from the available devices if you have connected more than one audio interface. Status This shows you whether your audio interface is currently running.
  • Page 65 Global Controls and Preferences Preferences Setting Description Buffer Size macOS: This slider allows you to adjust the buffer size of your audio interface in samples. Lower values result in a more immediate playing response but increase the CPU load, and may result in audible clicks and pops.

  • Page 66: Preferences - Midi Page

    Global Controls and Preferences Preferences 7.5.2 Preferences – MIDI Page MIDI page allows you to set up the MIDI input and output ports that you want to use when KOMPLETE KONTROL is running as a stand-alone application. When using KOMPLETE KONTROL as a plug-in, the MIDI configuration is managed by the host, and the MIDI page is not available.

  • Page 67: Preferences - General Page

    Native Instruments ap- plications when they are used in real life situations. The data sent to Native Instruments is one hundred percent anonymous and will not affect performance.
  • Page 68 Global Controls and Preferences Preferences Usage Data Tracking in the KOMPLETE KONTROL Preferences. To enable or disable Usage Tracking: Open the General page of the Preferences by clicking Preferences… in the MASCHINE menu. Click the Allow usage data tracking checkbox to enable or disable user data tracking. KOMPLETE KONTROL - Manual - 68...

  • Page 69: Preferences - Library Page

    Global Controls and Preferences Preferences 7.5.4 Preferences – Library Page Library page allows you to edit the locations of all KOMPLETE KONTROL Library files (both Factory and User) that appear in the Library pane of the Browser. At the top of the page, the Factory User buttons allow you to switch between the...
  • Page 70 Global Controls and Preferences Preferences Element Description Location column Shows the path of each library. If you have moved any library to another location on your computer, click the folder icon on the left of that library and select its new path. Product column Shows the name of each product.
  • Page 71 Global Controls and Preferences Preferences User Pane User pane shows all user libraries currently used. These include KOMPLETE KONTROL’s standard user directory as well as any other user directory you might have defined. These libra- ries will appear in the User view of the Browser’s Library pane.
  • Page 72 Alias column to set the alias for that new location. The alias of the default user folder, Native Instruments User Directory, cannot be edited — this is the location where all your user files will be stored by default. Scan user content...
  • Page 73 Removing Folders from the User Library You can also remove any user folder from your library—except the default user content directo- Native Instruments User Content. KOMPLETE KONTROL - Manual - 73...

  • Page 74: Preferences - Plug-Ins Page

    Global Controls and Preferences Preferences 7.5.5 Preferences – Plug-ins Page Plug-ins page allows you to manage your VST plug-ins in KOMPLETE KONTROL. At the top of the page, the Manager Locations buttons allow you to switch between the Manager pane and the Locations pane.
  • Page 75 Global Controls and Preferences Preferences Preferences panel — the Plug-ins page's Manager pane. Element Description Checkbox column Activates or deactivates a plug-in for use in KOMPLETE KONTROL. Plug-in column Lists all available VST plug-ins in KOMPLETE KONTROL. Always use latest If this option in enabled (default), Library content is loaded version of NI Plug- with the latest version of the associated plug-in.
  • Page 76 Global Controls and Preferences Preferences Locations Pane Locations pane allows you manage the folders containing your plug-ins on the hard drive. KOMPLETE KONTROL scans these folders for VST plug-ins and adds them to the Manager pane. You can Remove folders from the list, as well as use the Rescan function to update the available plug-ins in KOMPLETE KONTROL according to any changes made to the...

  • Page 77: Preferences - Hardware Page

    Global Controls and Preferences Preferences Setting Description Plug-in column Lists all folders that KOMPLETE KONTROL scans for VST plug-ins. Opens a file dialogue that lets you add another folder to the list. Remove Removes the currently selected folder from the list. Rescan Scans all folders in the list for compatible plug-ins and updates the...
  • Page 78 Global Controls and Preferences Preferences Preferences panel — Hardware page. Setting Description Keyboard Velocity Scaling Velocity Scaling determines how your playing is translated into velocity values: starting from Soft 3 (a soft touch is enough to get a big velocity value) through Linear (default) to Hard 3 (you really have to press the key hard to get a big velocity value).
  • Page 79 Global Controls and Preferences Preferences Setting Description Enabled Light Guide allows you to switch the colored LEDs above the keybed on or off. The Light Guide visualizes MIDI patterns being played back from the host as well as shows you the active keys in any scale from the Perform Panel. Navigate Browse Mode Switches between the...

  • Page 80: Midi Communication

    MIDI Communication MIDI Communication KOMPLETE KONTROL provides you with flexible MIDI control and host automation capabili- ties for easy integration with your MIDI environment. Incoming MIDI KOMPLETE KONTROL and the Instruments you load inside it can be controlled via MIDI and the host (when KOMPLETE KONTROL is loaded as a plug-in): ▪...

  • Page 81: Host Automation

    MIDI Communication Host Automation MIDI output is only supported by the stand-alone application as well as the VST and AAX versions of the plug-in. The AU (Audio Unit) version of the plug-in does not support MIDI output. Host Automation When you load KOMPLETE KONTROL as a plug-in in a host, the parameters of the loaded In- strument, the Scale engine, and the Arpeggiator become available for automation from the host.

  • Page 82: Recording Automation

    MIDI Communication Host Automation Automation ID Parameter Mode (Arp) Type (Arp) Rate (Arp) Sequence (Arp) Swing (Arp) Octaves (Arp) Dynamic (Arp) Gate (Arp) Retrigger (Arp) Repeat (Arp) Offset (Arp) Inversion (Arp) Min. Key (Arp) Max. Key (Arp) Hold (Arp) 8.1.2 Recording Automation Many hosts require that you have enabled transport record in order to record automation, while others make use of dedicated automation controls.
  • Page 83 MIDI Communication Host Automation Changing the State of an On/Off Switch To change the state of an on/off switch: Click the corresponding button with your computer mouse. Turn the knob on the keyboard currently assigned to the corresponding parameter. KOMPLETE KONTROL - Manual - 83...
  • Page 84 MIDI Communication Host Automation Selecting Another Entry from a Drop-Down Menu To select another entry from a drop-down menu: Click the corresponding menu with your computer mouse and select an entry. Turn the knob on the keyboard currently assigned to the corresponding parameter. Changing the Value of a Drag Control To change the value of a drag control: Click and drag the corresponding drag control with your computer mouse.

  • Page 85: Using The Keyboard In Midi Mode

    MIDI Communication Using the Keyboard in MIDI Mode Turn the knob on the keyboard currently assigned to the corresponding parameter. Some hosts let you handle automation by using automation IDs that are mapped to specific parameters of the plug-in. KOMPLETE KONTROL comes with a predefined list of automation IDs that lets the host find them automatically.

  • Page 86: Using The Keyboard As Stand-Alone Midi Controller

    MIDI Communication Using the Keyboard as Stand-Alone MIDI Controller MIDI Assignment The MIDI mode’s versatility is made possible by the Controller Editor application, which allows you to freely define MIDI assignments for the controls on the keyboard. The Controller Editor is installed during the KOMPLETE KONTROL installation procedure.

  • Page 87: Host Integration

    Host Integration Integration with MASCHINE Host Integration When using advanced host integration, the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard becomes the centerpiece of your studio setup. You can use it to control not only the Instrument loaded in KOMPLETE KONTROL, but also core functionality of supported hosts. Advanced integration of KOMPLETE KONTROL is available in the following hosts: ▪...
  • Page 88 Host Integration Integration with MASCHINE PERFORM Section Button on KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series Action in MASCHINE SCALE Enable/disable SCALE for the selected Group Enable/Disable ARP for the selected Group SHIFT SCALE Edit SCALE for the selected Group SHIFT Edit ARP for the selected Group TRANSPORT Section Button on KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series Action in MASCHINE...
  • Page 89 Host Integration Integration with MASCHINE Button on KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series Action in MASCHINE Move the song position forwards by Pattern Grid increments SHIFT Move the song position backwards by Step Grid increments SHIFT Move the song position forwards by Step Grid increments TRANSPOSE Section Button on KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series...
  • Page 90 Host Integration Integration with MASCHINE Button on KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series Action in MASCHINE Navigate Arrows Left Navigate arrow Select the previous Plug-in Slot of selected Sound Slot Right Navigate arrow Select the next Plug-in Slot of selected Sound Slot Up Navigate arrow Select the previous Sound Slot of selected Group Down Navigate arrow...

  • Page 91: Integration With Maschine

    Host Integration Integration with MASCHINE Integration with MASCHINE If you own MASCHINE, you can control many of MASCHINE’s functions directly from the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard. Furthermore, the Arrange buttons on the keyboard give you access to certain modes and views of the MASCHINE software that makes the integra- tion of KOMPLETE KONTROL into MASCHINE straight-forward.

  • Page 92: Integration With Ableton Live

    Host Integration Integration with Ableton Live Button on KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series Action in Logic Pro X / Garage Band SHIFT Enable / disable the count-in STOP Stop SHIFT STOP Enable / disable the metronome LOOP Enable / disable cycle LOOP + Control encoder Move the cycle by its own length Control encoder...
  • Page 93 Host Integration Integration with Ableton Live Button on KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series Action in Logic Pro X / Garage Band LOOP Enable / disable cycle LOOP + Control encoder Move the cycle by its own length Control encoder Move the song position in one bar increments Navigate Up Track up Navigate Down...

  • Page 94: Browsing The Library

    Browsing the Library Browser Basics Browsing the Library The Browser is the place where you can find and load Instruments and Preset Files in KOM- PLETE KONTROL as well as organizing your own Preset files. You will at first learn about the Browser basics followed by explaining the browsing workflows.

  • Page 95: About The Library And Meta-Information

    Browsing the Library Browser Basics ▪ Alternatively, you can use the knobs and displays on the keyboard for browsing your KOM- PLETE KONTROL Library. In this case, the Browser functions are mapped directly to the keyboard’s Control section, making the KOMPLETE KONTROL Browser workflow available without using the computer screen.

  • Page 96: Browsing The Library Vs. Browsing Your Hard Disks

    Browsing the Library Browser Basics Tags To help you find the right Preset file quickly and efficiently, the Library implements various techniques that go far beyond the classic folder structure of your operating system—the usage of tags. For example, each Preset file included in the Library contain tags which describe the Preset file according to following aspects: ▪...

  • Page 97: Selecting Browse Mode Keyboard

    Browsing the Library Selecting Browse Mode Keyboard Library pane respectively the Files pane can be accessed by clicking the corresponding tab at the top of the Browser. Click the desired tab to show the corresponding pane of the Browser. Browsing and loading files from the file system using the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Ser- ies keyboard is not possible.

  • Page 98: Opening The Browser

    Browsing the Library Opening the Browser The Browser functions are now mapped to the Control section and can be controlled with → the page buttons and knobs. 10.3 Opening the Browser A click on the Browser button (the magnifier symbol) in the header opens and closes the Browser.

  • Page 99: Choosing Between Factory Content And User Content

    Browsing the Library Choosing Between Factory Content and User Content 10.4 Choosing Between Factory Content and User Content The Content selector shows two icons, one representing the factory content on the left, and one representing the user content on the right: The Content selector.

  • Page 100: Loading An Instrument With Its Default Preset File

    Browsing the Library Loading an Instrument with its default Preset File Press the left and right Page buttons choose between FACTORY content and USER con- ► tent. By default, the FACTORY content is selected. 10.5 Loading an Instrument with its default Preset File The Instrument selector allows you to limit your search to a certain Instrument category, a par- ticular Instrument, or a specific Bank of the Instrument.
  • Page 101 Browsing the Library Loading an Instrument with its default Preset File Sort the Instruments by Category or by Vendor using the Category / Vendor selector. Navigate through the Instrument groups to find the Instrument to your liking. Place the mouse over the Instrument entry in the Instrument selector and click on the ar- row symbol that appears in the upper right corner of the Instrument entry.
  • Page 102 Browsing the Library Loading an Instrument with its default Preset File The Instrument with its default Preset file has been loaded. With your selection the In- → strument selector automatically closes, the Instrument name and icon appear in the In- strument selector header.

  • Page 103: Filtering Preset Files By Bank

    Browsing the Library Filtering Preset Files by Bank Loading an Instrument using the Keyboard In order to load an Instrument on the keyboard: Press and hold SHIFT to access the secondary Browser functions. While holding SHIFT press turn Knob 1 to either select CATEGORY VENDOR for sorting...

  • Page 104: Resetting The Instrument Selection

    Browsing the Library Resetting the Instrument Selection Click the arrow under the Instrument icon to open the Bank drop-down menu. Choose a Bank from the available entries. Upon your selection the Bank drop-down menu closes and displays the selected Bank. →...

  • Page 105: Types And Modes Filters

    Browsing the Library Types and Modes Filters To reset the selection made in the Instrument selector, click the little cross at the right of ► the Instrument name: The Instrument selection is reset. The Instrument selector displays the generic label →...
  • Page 106 Browsing the Library Types and Modes Filters TYPES MODES filters for MASSIVE As soon the desired tags in the tag filters are selected the search is limited to the Preset files that are tagged correspondingly. Tags can also be deselected to broaden the search. Types The tags of the TYPE...
  • Page 107 Browsing the Library Types and Modes Filters ▪ In general, Mode tags will rather refer to technical terms (e.g., Arpeggiated, Percussive, Synthetic, etc.). ▪ The MODES filter is always displayed. You can start your search with the MODES filter be- fore (or even without) using the TYPES filter.

  • Page 108: Filtering Preset Files By Types And Modes

    Browsing the Library Types and Modes Filters 10.8.1 Filtering Preset Files by Types and Modes In this tutorial you will learn how to filter find a bass line Preset file exemplary from the MON- ARK Instrument using the Types filter. We assume here you have already selected the MON- Instrument in the Instrument selector.
  • Page 109 Browsing the Library Types and Modes Filters ⇨ Upon your selection the second level of tags appears underneath with Sub-Types like Ana- Bass, Fingered Bass, etc. KOMPLETE KONTROL - Manual - 109...
  • Page 110 Browsing the Library Types and Modes Filters Select the Sub-Type matching the desired characteristic for your bass line. By selecting any of these tags, say, Distorted Bass, you will narrow your search to this particular Sub- Type of bass sounds. Select the Synthetic tag from the...

  • Page 111: Selecting Multiple Tags From The Same Level

    Browsing the Library Types and Modes Filters ⇨ Upon your selection the second level of tags appears above Knob 6 displaying All Sub- Types. Turn Knob 6 to select the Sub-Type matching the desired characteristic for your bass line, say, Distorted Bass.

  • Page 112: Adding Preset Files To The Favorites

    Browsing the Library Working with Favorites The KOMPLETE KONTROL Browser showing all Favorites tagged with the Type Bass 10.9.1 Adding Preset Files to the Favorites To add a Preset File to the Favorites: Place the mouse cursor over any selected or unselected entry in the Results list. ⇨...

  • Page 113: Displaying Favorites In The Results List

    Browsing the Library Working with Favorites Click on the Set Favorite icon to add the corresponding Preset file to the Favorites. The Preset file is added to the Favorites, indicated by the lit Set Favorite icon next to its → name.

  • Page 114: Removing Preset Files From The Favorites

    Browsing the Library Working with Favorites Click on the Favorites icon next to the search field to activate the Favorites filter. ► The Favorites icon is now lit and the Results list shows all favorite Preset Files. → Displaying all Preset Files to the Favorites on the Keyboard In order to display all Favorites in the Results list on the keyboard: Press and hold SHIFT.
  • Page 115 Browsing the Library Working with Favorites Click on the lit Set Favorite icon to remove the corresponding Preset file from the Favor- ► ites. The Preset file is removed from the Favorites, indicated by the hidden Set Favorite icon. → The next time you select the Favorites filter, the Preset file will not be shown in the Re- sults list.

  • Page 116: 10.10 Performing A Text Search

    Browsing the Library Performing a Text Search 10.10 Performing a Text Search In the search field you can enter your search query. The search considers all properties such as Preset file names, Instruments, Banks, Type and Mode tags, directly as you type. The search field.

  • Page 117: 10.12 Auditioning Your Preset Files

    Browsing the Library Auditioning your Preset Files The Information box provides various information on the selected file(s). If the selected files have different characteristics, the corresponding fields in the Information box will read multi. 10.12 Auditioning your Preset Files When you are browsing Preset Files, you can audition Preset Files by using the Prehear feature at the bottom of the Browser.
  • Page 118 Browsing the Library Auditioning your Preset Files In order to hear audio of the Prehear feature it is mandatory to configure the audio inter- face in the Preferences of KOMPLETE KONTROL. Auditioning Your Preset Files using the Keyboard You can also enable/disable the Prehear feature on the keyboard: Press and hold SHIFT to call up the Browser’s secondary functions in the displays.

  • Page 119: 10.13 Browsing Via The On-Screen Overlay

    Browsing the Library Browsing via the On-Screen Overlay 10.13 Browsing via the On-Screen Overlay When the default Browse Mode On-Screen Overlay is selected in the Preferences, pressing the BROWSE button on the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard brings up a large and easy- to-see on-screen overlay on your computer screen.
  • Page 120 Browsing the Library Browsing via the On-Screen Overlay (1) Content selector: Selects the files that are browsed. Switch the User icon off to search the factory content, or on to search the user content. (2) Instrument selector: Select to open a drop-down menu where you can select a particular In- strument and sometimes the Bank of the selected Instrument.

  • Page 121: Managing The Library

    PLETE KONTROL Library. On your hard drive, the user Preset file s are saved in the following folder (sorted by Instrument, in corresponding subfolders): ▪ Windows: C:\Users\<your user name>\Documents\Native Instruments\User Content\ ▪ macOS: Macintosh HD/Users/<your user name>/Documents/Native Instruments/User Con- tent/ The files saved for KOMPLETE Instruments with KOMPLETE KONTROL are compatible with the stand-alone and plug-in versions.
  • Page 122 Managing the Library Saving Preset Files to the User Library In the File submenu of the KOMPLETE KONTROL menu, click on Save : Or, if you want to save a Preset file you are working on with a new name, click on Save As…...

  • Page 123: Deleting User Preset Files From The User Library

    Managing the Library Deleting User Preset Files from the User Library Your new Preset file immediately appears in the user content section of the Library pane. → 11.2 Deleting User Preset Files from the User Library You can delete user Preset file s directly from the Results list: Right-click the desired Preset file and select Delete from the context menu.

  • Page 124: Editing The Tags And Properties Of User Preset Files

    Managing the Library Editing the Tags and Properties of User Preset Files 11.3 Editing the Tags and Properties of User Preset Files When you save user Preset file s in KOMPLETE KONTROL, they are automatically assigned to Instruments and Banks depending on the Instrument you are using. To further define the at- tributes of your user Preset file s, you can edit the Type and Mode tags as well as the general properties of the file.
  • Page 125 Managing the Library Editing the Tags and Properties of User Preset Files Click and drag the upper edge of the Attribute Editor upwards to increase its size. This makes it easier to navigate in the list of available tags. KOMPLETE KONTROL - Manual - 125...
  • Page 126 Managing the Library Editing the Tags and Properties of User Preset Files Assign the appropriate tags to your file by clicking the checkboxes next to their names. Click on MODES to edit the Mode tags for your file. You can assign them in the same way you assigned the Type tags before, by clicking on the checkboxes next to their names.

  • Page 127: Working With The Files Pane

    Managing the Library Working with the Files Pane Click on PROPERTIES to edit additional information included in your file. You can enter your name in the Author field, or, in case you intend to share the file, leave a note in the Comment field for other users to read.

  • Page 128: Additional Features In The Results List In The Files Pane

    Managing the Library Working with the Files Pane The Result list of the Files pane. 11.4.1 Additional Features in the Results List in the Files Pane In the Files Pane the Results list offers a context menu with additional commands. You can open it with a right-click on the selected entry or entries, respectively.

  • Page 129: Navigating To File Locations With The Location Bar

    Managing the Library Working with the Files Pane Command Description Refresh Refreshes the display of the list, in case items have been modified in that folder. Find in Explorer / Find in Finder Opens an Explorer/Finder window pointing to the selected folder.

  • Page 130: Navigating To Recent File Locations

    Managing the Library Working with the Files Pane ◦ If all the levels cannot be displayed in the path, click the double left-pointing arrow left of the path to display the remaining upper levels (up to the Workspace, representing the highest level in your file system), and select any entry in the list to jump to that location.
  • Page 131 Managing the Library Working with the Files Pane The Favorite bar, at the top of the Files pane. Favorite folders can be useful if you often return to the same location while browsing your file system in the Files pane. The default favorite folders are the roots of each of your hard disks, your desktop folder, and your user folder.

  • Page 132: Loading Vst Plug-Ins

    Managing the Library Loading VST Plug-ins In the Results list, right-click the desired folder and select Add to Favorites from the con- text menu. You can also remove any Favorite from the Favorite bar: To remove a favorite folder, right-click it in the Favorite bar and select Remove from Fa- ►...
  • Page 133 Managing the Library Loading VST Plug-ins KOMPLETE Instruments and NKS Instruments in the KOMPLETE KONTROL Browser However, you can also load plug-ins directly, allowing you to integrate any VST plug-in in KOM- PLETE KONTROL. This way you can play your VST plug-ins using the Smart Play features, map their parameters to the controls on the keyboard, and save Preset files for them in your KOM- PLETE KONTROL User Library.

  • Page 134: Installing Nks Instruments

    Managing the Library Installing NKS Instruments Click on the plug-in you want to load in the Plug-ins submenu of the KOMPLETE KON- ► TROL menu. If your VST plug-ins do not show up in the Plug-ins submenu, check if the VST plug-in folders on your hard drive are correctly added to the Locations pane on the Preferences’...
  • Page 135 Managing the Library Installing NKS Instruments NKS Instruments can be found in the KOMPLETE KONTROL Browser next to your KOM- PLETE Instruments. All of their Preset file s are fully tagged, so filtering in the Browser gives you matching Results from both KOMPLETE Instruments and NKS Instruments. And when you load a Preset file from an NKS Instrument, its parameters are automatically mapped to the controls on the keyboard.
  • Page 136 Managing the Library Installing NKS Instruments Click on Add a serial in the top-left corner of Native Access. Enter the serial number of the Instrument and click SERIAL. ⇨ Native Access asks you to browse to the folder containing the Instrument files. Before you do this, ensure that you have copied the folder to its final location on your computer.

  • Page 137: Importing Komplete Kontrol-Compatible User Files

    Managing the Library Importing KOMPLETE KONTROL-Compatible User Files Click on INSTALL to add the Instrument to your KOMPLETE KONTROL Library. The Instrument is installed. KOMPLETE KONTROL automatically scans for the new con- → tent and adds it to the KOMPLETE KONTROL Browser. The KOMPLETE KONTROL Library and the KONTAKT Browser reference the Instrument files contained in the folder.
  • Page 138 Managing the Library Importing KOMPLETE KONTROL-Compatible User Files For this you will have to import the files into the Library first. Importing files does not mean they will be moved from the directory they currently reside in, they will only be referenced by the Browser.

  • Page 139: Controlling Instrument Parameters

    Controlling Instrument Parameters Pre-Mapped Instruments Controlling Instrument Parameters This section introduces you to controlling Instrument parameters using the KOMPLETE KON- TROL S-Series keyboard and explains how to customize parameter mappings. 12.1 Pre-Mapped Instruments All KOMPLETE and NKS Instruments are pre-mapped , which means that the keyboard’s knobs and Touch Strips are automatically assigned to key parameters as soon as you load an Instrument in KOMPLETE KONTROL.

  • Page 140: Switching Parameter

    Controlling Instrument Parameters Switching Parameter Pages 12.3 Switching Parameter Pages Many Instruments are equipped with much more than eight parameters. To provide quick ac- cess to additional parameters, the Page buttons (left and right arrows) to the left of the Control section let you skip through parameter pages.
  • Page 141 Controlling Instrument Parameters Customizing Parameter Mappings ▪ Add and rename sections on the pages to group controls. In order to make your changes permanent, you have to save the Preset file to the KOM- PLETE KONTROL User Library. For more information, refer to ↑11.1, Saving Preset Files to the User Library.
  • Page 142 Controlling Instrument Parameters Customizing Parameter Mappings Double-click on the empty space above a parameter, enter a name, and then press [enter] ► or click elsewhere to create a new section starting with the chosen parameter. To rename an existing section, double-click on it and enter a new name. Press [enter] or ►...

  • Page 143: Playing And Editing Scales And Chords

    Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Playing and Editing Scales and Chords KOMPLETE KONTROL’s Scale engine comes equipped with a vast amount of scales that you can select and use to play your Instruments. This opens up possibilities to play an Instrument such as a piano according to, e.g., the minor pentatonic scale without hitting a “false”...

  • Page 144: A Note About Music Theory

    Playing and Editing Scales and Chords A Note about Music Theory To switch on the Scale engine, click the blue check box next to SCALE in the Perform ► section so it is filled. Activating the Scale Engine on the Keyboard To switch on the Scale engine, press SCALE in the...

  • Page 145: Playing A Scale

    Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Playing a Scale belonging to some scale, you are certain to stay “in key” within that scale. Important to note though, is that scales are not made up by absolute note values, but rather consist of relative changes in pitch—or steps along the scale.

  • Page 146: Playing Chords

    Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Playing Chords To select a scale, turn Knob 2 (BANK, by default set to MAIN) and Knob 3 (TYPE, by de- fault set to MAJOR) until you find a scale you like. To play the scale you selected, ensure that the SCALE button is lit.

  • Page 147: Setting The Scale Parameters

    Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Scale Parameters To edit the Scale engine parameters in the KOMPLETE KONTROL software, click on ► SCALE in the Perform panel so it is highlighted. To enable Scale Edit mode and map the Scale engine parameters to the keyboard’s Con- ►...

  • Page 148: Scale Root Note

    Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Scale Parameters SCALE parameters Root Note, Bank, and Type. 13.5.1 Scale Root Note The first SCALE parameter is Root Note. On the keyboard, it is mapped to Knob 1 of the Con- trol section in Scale Edit mode.

  • Page 149: Scale Bank And Type

    Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Scale Parameters ▪ A# ▪ B 13.5.2 Scale Bank and Type The second and third SCALE parameters from the left are Bank and Type. On the keyboard, they are mapped to Knob 2 and Knob 3 of the Control section in Scale Edit mode. Use them to decide the scale pattern according to which the notes will be mapped onto the keys of the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard.
  • Page 150 Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Scale Parameters Scale Bank Type Degree Formula Maj Pent Main Maj Pent 1 2 3 5 6 1 ♭3 4 5 ♭7 Min Pent Main Min Pent 1 ♭3 4 ♯4 5 ♭7 Blues Main Blues...
  • Page 151 Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Scale Parameters Scale Bank Type Degree Formula 1 2 3 4 ♭5 ♭6 ♭7 Major Locrian Modes Maj Loc 1 2 ♭3 4 ♭5 ♭6 ♭7 Minor Locrian Modes Min Loc 1 ♭2 ♭3 ♭4 ♭5 ♭6 ♭7 Super Locrian Modes Sup Loc...
  • Page 152 Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Scale Parameters Scale Bank Type Degree Formula 1 ♭2 3 4 5 ♭6 ♭7 Jewish 1 World Jewish 1 1 2 ♭3 ♯4 5 6 ♭7 Jewish 2 World Jewish 2 1 ♭2 ♭3 ♯4 5 ♭6 7 Indian 1 World Indian 1...
  • Page 153 Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Scale Parameters Scale Bank Type Degree Formula 1 ♭2 ♭3 5 b6 Bhupalam 5-Tone Bhupalam Amritavarshini 5-Tone Amrita 1 3 ♯4 5 7 1 2 ♭3 4 ♯4 ♯5 6 7 Octatonic Modern Octatonc 1 2 3 ♯4 5 6 ♭7...
  • Page 154 Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Scale Parameters Scale Bank Type Degree Formula 1 ♭2 3 4 5 6 7 Neapolitan Maj Major Nea Maj 1 2 3 4 ♭5 ♭6 ♭7 Major Locrian Major Maj Loc 1 2 ♭3 3 5 6 Blues Major Major Blues Ma...

  • Page 155: Setting The Key Mode Parameter

    Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Key Mode Parameter Scale Bank Type Degree Formula 1 ♭3 4 5 ♭7 Penta 2 Minor Penta 2 1 ♭3 5 ♭6 ♭7 Penta 3 Minor Penta 3 13.6 Setting the Key Mode Parameter KEY MODE parameter Mode.
  • Page 156 Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Key Mode Parameter Guide Mode In Guide mode, the notes are mapped to the keyboard in the same way as in Mapped mode, however notes outside of the selected scale remain active. The mapping only affects the repre- sentation of the scale by means of the Light Guide.

  • Page 157: Setting The Chord Parameters

    Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Chord Parameters Scale Type Mapping in Key Mode: Easy Minor Corresponding Mapping R Example with Root Note: C 13.7 Setting the Chord Parameters 13.7.1 Chord mode CHORD parameter Mode. The first CHORD parameter is Mode.
  • Page 158 Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Chord Parameters Harm CHORD Mode is set to Harm, the CHORD Type menu allows you to specify the interval of notes in the selected SCALE Type that will constitute the chord: E.g. a triad in the form of the root note, the third note, and the fifth note (CHORD Type value 1-3-5).

  • Page 159: Chord Type

    Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Chord Parameters 13.7.2 Chord Type CHORD parameter Type. The second CHORD parameter is Type. On the keyboard, it is mapped to Knob 6 of the Control section in Scale Edit mode. Use it to define a chord that will be generated from a single note used as input.
  • Page 160 Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Chord Parameters The note interval is added onto the key of an incoming MIDI note, either from the KOM- PLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard or from the host. For example, you can select to play a C minor triad by setting Root Note to C,...
  • Page 161 Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Chord Parameters ▪ Maj 1 ▪ Maj 2 ▪ Maj 3 ▪ Maj 4 ▪ Maj 5 ▪ Maj 6 ▪ Maj 7 ▪ Maj 8 ▪ Min 1 ▪ Min 2 ▪...

  • Page 162: Chord Position

    Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Chord Parameters Chord Type Semitones Added above Played Note Major 4 and 7 Minor 3 and 7 Sus 4 (Suspended 4) 5 and 7 Maj 7 (Major 7) 4, 7 and 11 Min 7 (Minor 7) 3, 7 and 10 Dom 7 (Dominant 7)
  • Page 163 Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Chord Parameters Position parameter is available when CHORD Type is set to Harm or Chd Set and includes the following values: Position Description Root The root-position of the selected chord is always played. -1 to -8 Decreasing Position with negative values moves the highest note of the current chord down by an octave, this inverts the chord to...

  • Page 164: Playing And Editing The Arpeggiator

    Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Smart Play features a flexible and versatile Arpeggiator that lets you play your Instruments in note sequences according to the keys you press on the keyboard. You can also use the Arpeg- giator in combination with the scales and chords created with the Scale engine.

  • Page 165: Playing Arpeggiator Sequences

    Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Playing Arpeggiator Sequences To switch on the Arpeggiator, click the blue check box next to in the Perform panel ► so it is filled. Activating the Arpeggiator on the Keyboard To switch on the Arpeggiator, press in the PERFORM section on the keyboard.

  • Page 166: Using A Sustain Pedal To Control The Arpeggiator

    Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Using a Sustain Pedal to Control the Arpeggiator To adjust the OCTAVES reach of the Arpeggiator, turn Knob 6 (by default set to 1) to e.g. 14.2 Using a Sustain Pedal to Control the Arpeggiator You can use a sustain pedal to control the Arpeggiator.

  • Page 167: Setting The Main Parameters

    Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Setting the Main Parameters PAGE display in the keyboard’s Control section reads ARP, indicating that you are → editing the Arpeggiator parameters. Note that the Arpeggiator Edit mode consists of two pages. Available Arpeggiator Parameters ▪...

  • Page 168: Main Mode

    Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Setting the Main Parameters 14.4.1 Main Mode The first MAIN parameter is Mode. On the keyboard, it is mapped to Knob 1 of the Control section when Arpeggiator Edit mode is selected. lt lets you select either Arp or Note Repeat. Depending on your selection, a different set of Arpeggiator parameters will be available for fur- ther editing.

  • Page 169: Setting The Rhythm Parameters

    Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Setting the Rhythm Parameters 14.5 Setting the Rhythm Parameters RHYTHM parameters Rate, Sequence, and Swing allow you to create interesting rhythms for the arpeggiator sequence. RHYTHM parameters Rate, Sequence, and Swing. 14.5.1 Rhythm Rate The first RHYTHM parameter, Rate, is available in both Arp and Note Repeat mode.

  • Page 170: Rhythm Sequence

    Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Setting the Rhythm Parameters ▪ 1/8 Dotted (1/8 ▪ 1/4 Triplet (1/4 ▪ 1/8 ▪ 1/16 Dotted (1/16 ▪ 1/8 Triplet (1/8 ▪ 1/16 ▪ 1/32 Dotted (1/32 ▪ 1/16 Triplet (1/16 ▪ 1/32 ▪ 1/64 Dotted (1/64 ▪...

  • Page 171: Rhythm Swing

    Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Setting the Rhythm Parameters ▪ Off ▪ 1 ▪ 2 ▪ 3 ▪ 4 ▪ 5 ▪ 6 ▪ 7 ▪ 8 To display the set value of the SEQUENCE parameter, tap Knob 4. 14.5.3 Rhythm Swing The third RHYTHM...

  • Page 172: Setting The Other Parameters

    Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Setting the Other Parameters Using Swing in combination with the Gate parameter adds further variations in note duration. For example, if Gate is set to 100%, KOMPLETE KONTROL sends a MIDI note-off message before each note and plays back the sequence legato. If Gate is set to values larger or smaller than 100%, then notes will be scaled after the value of the...

  • Page 173: Other Dynamic

    Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Setting the Other Parameters ▪ 3 ▪ 4 ▪ 5 ▪ 6 ▪ 7 ▪ 8 To display the set value of the OCTAVES parameter, tap Knob 6. 14.6.2 Other Dynamic The second OTHER parameter, Dynamic, is only available in Arp mode. On the keyboard it is mapped to Knob 7 of the Control section when Arpeggiator Edit mode is selected.

  • Page 174: Setting The Advanced Parameters

    Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Setting the Advanced Parameters To display the set value of the GATE parameter, tap Knob 8. 14.7 Setting the Advanced Parameters ADVANCED parameters Retrigger, Repeat, Offset, and Inversion allow you to explore alter- native versions of the same arpeggiator sequence. ADVANCED parameters Retrigger, Repeat, Offset, and Inversion.

  • Page 175: Advanced Repeat

    Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Setting the Advanced Parameters 14.7.2 Advanced Repeat The second ADVANCED parameter, Repeat, is only available in Arp mode. On the keyboard, it is mapped to Knob 2 of the Control section when PAGE 2 of ARP EDIT mode is selected.

  • Page 176: Setting The Range Parameters

    Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Setting the Range Parameters ▪ If the arpeggiator sequence consists of a 3 note cycle (1 - 2 - 3), Type is set to Up, and Inversion is set to 2, the Arpeggiator output is 1 - 2 - 3 – (2 - 3 - 1 octave up) - (3 - 1 - 2 octave up) - repeat.

  • Page 177: Setting The Hold Parameter

    Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Setting the Hold Parameter The Arpeggiator can still generate pitches above the Max. Key setting. 14.9 Setting the Hold Parameter HOLD parameter On / Off. HOLD parameter On / Off is available in both Arp and Note Repeat mode. On the key- board, it is mapped to Knob 8 of the Control section when PAGE 2 of...

  • Page 178: Configuring The Touch Strips

    Configuring the Touch Strips Accessing the Touch Strip Settings Configuring the Touch Strips In this section you learn how to configure the Touch Strips and about the effect on the usage. 15.1 Accessing the Touch Strip Settings In order to configure the behavior of the Touch Strips, you can open the Perform Panel in the KOMPLETE KONTROL software or access the parameters directly from the keyboard’s Control section.
  • Page 179 Configuring the Touch Strips Accessing the Touch Strip Settings ⇨ The Touch Strip settings for the Pitch Strip are shown in the Perform Panel. In order to display the Modulation Strip settings, click on Modulation. The Touch Strip settings for the Modulation Strip are shown in the Perform Panel. →...
  • Page 180 Configuring the Touch Strips Accessing the Touch Strip Settings Press SHIFT OCT- for accessing Pitch Strip settings or press SHIFT OCT+ for access- ing Modulation Strip settings. ⇨ The Touch Strip settings are displayed in the Control section and can be tweaked using the knobs.

  • Page 181: Configuring The Pitch Strip

    Configuring the Touch Strips Configuring the Pitch Strip 15.2 Configuring the Pitch Strip The Pitch Strip (left Touch Strip) on the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard can be con- figured by either Absolute mode or Relative mode. Both modes are described below. Absolute Mode (default) The Pitch Strip keyboard corresponds to the usual behavior for a pitch bend control.

  • Page 182: Enabling Absolute Mode

    Configuring the Touch Strips Configuring the Pitch Strip Turn the Strength control to adjust the rebound rate. The higher the Strength setting, the quicker the value will jump back. → Adjusting Relative Mode on the Hardware You can also access the Strength setting on the keyboard: Press...
  • Page 183 Configuring the Touch Strips Configuring the Pitch Strip Click on the Touch Ctl menu (default value Absolute). Click on the entry Relative in the drop-down list. Relative mode is now enabled. → Switching to Absolute Mode on the Hardware You can also access the Strength setting on the keyboard: Press...

  • Page 184: Configuring The Modulation Strip

    Configuring the Touch Strips Configuring the Modulation Strip 15.3 Configuring the Modulation Strip The right Touch Strip on the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard is a highly versatile modulation control that can be individually configured using Modulation Strip Modes with dis- tinctive parameters.
  • Page 185 Configuring the Touch Strips Configuring the Modulation Strip Spring Mode This mode simulates a simple spring that can be deflected both up and down from its default position, which is the middle of the Modulation Strip. The current position of the spring (the parameter value) is indicated by a blue LED.
  • Page 186 Configuring the Touch Strips Configuring the Modulation Strip Friction slider: Adjusts the friction of the surface that slows down the ball once you have ▪ removed your finger. The higher the Friction value, the quicker the ball will decelerate and stop.

  • Page 187: Selecting And Editing A Modulation Strip Mode

    Configuring the Touch Strips Configuring the Modulation Strip Walls button: Sets the behavior of the ball when it reaches the range limits. If Walls is set ▪ to on, the ball bounces off the range limit and continues its trip in the opposite direction. Walls is set to off, the ball jumps to the opposite range limit and continues from there in the same direction.
  • Page 188 Configuring the Touch Strips Configuring the Modulation Strip Selecting and Editing a Modulation Strip Mode from Hardware You can also select a Mode and edit its additional parameters on the keyboard: Press SHIFT OCT+ to view the Modulation Strip parameters in the Control section. Select a mode by turning Knob 1.

  • Page 189: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you are experiencing problems related to your product that the supplied documentation does not cover, you can get further help in the Support section of the Native Instruments website: https://support.native-instruments.com/hc The Support section allows you to search both the Knowledge Base and the Support Communi- ty for content related to your issue.
  • Page 190 Please open and read this Readme file before contacting Technical Support. User Forum In the Native Instruments User Forum, you can discuss product features directly with other users and with experts moderating the forum. You can reach the User Forum via: http:// www.native-instruments.com/forum.

  • Page 191: Index

    Index Index [174] Retrigger Rhythm [169] [170] Accessibility [14] [170] Sequence [14] Activate Voice-over [171] Swing ARP button [49] [169] Tempo ARP Page [51] Type [168] Arpeggiator [166] [173] Velocity [174] Advanced Arpeggiator Mode [173] Dynamic Note Repeat [168] [173] Gate Arpeggiator sequence [145] [166]...
  • Page 192 Index BROWSE button [119] Chord mode [157] Browse Mode [94] Chord Position [162] [97] Chord Type [159] Hardware [94] [161] On-Screen-Overlay Chromatic Scale Browser Chords [145] [94] [157] in-depth Chord Set [119] [157] [159] [162] On-Screen Overlay Generating [98] [157] showing and hiding Harmonizer Chromatic Scale...
  • Page 193 Index Displays Hardware browsing [97] [50] Help [189] Control section Driver Hold [177] [64] host selecting an audio driver Dynamic [173] [27] Configuration Host automation [81] host Configuration [27] Favorites [111] Host Control [48] [111] Host Transport Control [48] Show [111] File [121]...
  • Page 194 Index key switch [50] Latching the Arpeggiator Key velocity [77] [177] Hold Keyboard Latency [65] [46] LEDs Controls Overview [46] Keybed [52] Keyboard LEDs [52] [52] Light Guide Knobs Library [95] [137] [50] importing your own files Control section KOMPLETE KONTROL [121] saving files to [46]...
  • Page 195 Index Master Volume [36] Native Kontrol Standard [134] Max. Key [176] [134] MIDI Note Repeat [168] [81] [168] automation Mode configuring [66] [33] connecting external equipment OCT- button [47] [81] controlling parameters via OCT+ button [47] [85] Mode Octaves [172] MIDI Mode [85] Offset...
  • Page 196 Index Pre-listening Samples [117] Pre-Mapped Instruments [139] Page buttons [50] PRESET display [50] [50] Skipping Pages PAGE display [51] Parameter Pages [51] Rate [169] Perform panel Repeat [175] [143] Scale Result list PERFORM section [43] [127] in Files pane [49] ARP button in Library pane [39]...
  • Page 197 Index output routing [63] [63] settings Sample Spring [117] pre-listening [185] Modulation Strip Sample rate Stepped [64] selecting [187] Modulation Strip Saving Swing [171] [121] files to the Library Switching Instances [58] Scale [143] [157] [159] [162] Chord [157] Chord mode Tag Filter [162] Chord Position...
  • Page 198 Index VST plug-ins [74] [132] [132] loading Velocity scaling [77] [74] managing Voice-over [14] Volume Control [36] KOMPLETE KONTROL - Manual - 198...

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