MANUAL
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Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL ............................................................................... 11 1.1 Document Conventions ............................................................................................................... 11 1.2 Box Contents .............................................................................................................................. 13 1.3 System Requirements .............................................
Table of Contents 6 7 5.2.2 Instrument Selector ................................................................................................... 44 5.2.3 Files Pane .................................................................................................................. 46 5.3 Perform Panel ............................................................................................................................. 47 5.4 Plug-in Panel ...................................................
Table of Contents 7.5 7.6 8 7.5.1 Preferences – Audio Page .......................................................................................... 72 7.5.2 Preferences – MIDI Page ............................................................................................ 75 7.5.3 Preferences – General Page ....................................................................................... 76 7.5.4 Preferences – Library Page ..................................................................
Table of Contents 9.1.2 Using the Arrange buttons ......................................................................................... 112 9.2 Integration with Apple Logic Pro X and GarageBand .................................................................. 120 9.3 Integration with Steinberg Cubase / Nuendo .............................................................................. 125 9.4 Integration with Ableton Live .......................................................................
Table of Contents 11.2 Deleting User Preset Files from the User Library ......................................................................... 166 11.3 Editing the Tags and Properties of User Preset Files .................................................................. 167 11.4 Working with the Files Pane ........................................................................................................ 170 11.4.1 Additional Features in the Results List in the Files Pane ...................
Table of Contents 13.7.2 Chord Type ................................................................................................................. 202 13.7.3 Chord Position ........................................................................................................... 205 14 Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator ............................................................................ 207 14.1 Playing Arpeggiator Sequences ...............................................................
Table of Contents 14.10 Setting the Hold Parameter ........................................................................................................ 221 15 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................ 222 Index ........................................................................................................................
Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL Document Conventions 1 Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL Thank you for choosing KOMPLETE KONTROL! The KOMPLETE KONTROL software and its dedicated keyboard—the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series—form a tightly integrated music production and performance system that brings all the sounds from KOMPLETE and the Native Kontrol Standard (NKS) to the heart of your workflow.
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. Whenever you see this formatting applied, you will find the same text appearing somewhere on the screen.
Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL Box Contents 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 The unlabeled buttons and knobs on the KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard. For better reference, we applied a special formatting here: throughout the document, the elements are capitalized and numbered, so the buttons above the displays are written Button 1 to Button 8, while the knobs under the displays are written Knob 1 to Knob 8. 1.
Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL System Requirements 1.3 System Requirements For KOMPLETE KONTROL to fully function as indented, your system needs to meet certain requirements. The latest KOMPLETE KONTROL system requirements and compatibility information is available here: www.native-instruments.com/products/komplete/keyboards/komplete-kontrol-s-series/specifications/ KOMPLETE KOMPLETE KONTROL is optimized for use with KOMPLETE 11 SELECT, KOMPLETE 11 and KOMPLETE 11 ULTIMATE.
Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL Accessibility 1.4 Accessibility KOMPLETE KONTROL offers a set of accessibility features for visually-impaired users.
Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL Accessibility ▪ Control section ▪ Navigation and Mode buttons ▪ 4-D encoder ▪ Transpose and Fixed Velocity buttons The Perform and Edit section is located at the top left of the keyboard. It contains six buttons that are arranged in two rows.
Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL Accessibility The buttons are (from left to right): ▪ Mute ▪ Solo The Preset and Page buttons are located to the bottom right of the Perform and Edit section, below the Solo and Mute buttons. The four buttons are arranged in a column.
Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL Accessibility The buttons in the second row are (from left to right): ▪ INSTANCE ▪ MIDI ▪ SETUP The 4-D encoder is located directly below the Navigation and Mode buttons. The Transpose and Fixed Velocity buttons are located at the far left of the keyboard next to the keybed and directly above the Pitch and Modulation wheels. The three buttons are arranged in a row. The buttons are (from left to right): ▪ FIXED VEL (TS Mode) ▪ OCT Down ▪ OCT Up 1.4.
Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL Accessibility The accessibility features are designed to be used with the KOMPLETE KONTROL plugin. However, the KOMPLETE KONTROL stand-alone application must be opened after initial installation and after installing additional Instruments. This will ensure that all Instruments are displayed correctly in the KOMPLETE KONTROL Browser. 1.4.
Welcome to KOMPLETE KONTROL Accessibility Feature Accessible from Keyboard Accessibility Enable and disable Accessibility mode Yes Browser Browse for Factory and User Preset files Yes Switch between Category and Vendor sorting Yes Set or sort by Favorites Yes Save and edit User Preset files No Browse for NKS plug-ins from other vendors Yes Adjust key Instrument parameters Yes Custom map Instrument parameters No Adjust Scale & Chord parameters Yes Adjust Arp parameters Yes Touch Stri
New Features in KOMPLETE KONTROL 1.9.2 2 New Features in KOMPLETE KONTROL 1.9.2 The following new features have been added to KOMPLETE KONTROL 1.9.2: ▪ Accessibility features for KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series MK2 on macOS. For more information, refer to ↑1.4, Accessibility. ▪ Host integration with Steinberg Cubase Artist, Steinberg Cubase Pro, and Steinberg Nuendo. ◦ For more information about setting up host integration with these hosts, refer to ↑4.3.2, Setting up Steinberg Cubase/Nuendo.
The KOMPLETE KONTROL Workflow 3 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 keyboard. The KOMPLETE KONTROL workflow is streamlined to remove any obstacles when sketching out a new song in a supported host: 1.
The KOMPLETE KONTROL Workflow ▪ Host integration: Advanced integration in a number of hosts allows you control core functionality directly from the keyboard. For more information, refer to ↑4.3, Setting up Host Integration and ↑9, Host Integration. ▪ Browser: The Browser is your interface for finding, loading and organizing Instruments and Preset files from the KOMPLETE KONTROL Library. For more information, refer to ↑10, Browsing the Library and ↑11, Managing the Library.
Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL 4 Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL This section provides basic setup information and guides you through the process of integrating 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. The KOMPLETE KONTROL stand-alone application must be opened once before using the plug-in within your DAW for the first time, and after installing new Instruments.
Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Connecting the Keyboard to the Computer 4.1 Connecting the Keyboard to the Computer To connect the KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard to your computer: 1. Attach the device end of the included USB cable to the USB socket on the rear panel of the keyboard. 2. Attach the computer end of the USB cable to an available USB 2.0 (or later) port on your computer. 3. Press the power switch on the rear panel of the keyboard to switch it on.
Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Setting up the Stand-Alone Application 4.2 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 application in its Preferences. 1.
Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Setting up the Stand-Alone Application Preferences panel — Audio page 6. Click on MIDI to display the MIDI page. 7. Click on Input to display the available devices for incoming MIDI signals. 8. Click the Komplete Kontrol checkboxes to activate incoming MIDI signals from the keyboard.
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. 4.3 Setting up Host Integration KOMPLETE KONTROL integrates with a number of hosts to facilitate a fluent workflow for performing and recording music with your KOMPLETE KONTROL Library.
Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Setting up Host Integration ▪ Apple Logic Pro X ▪ Apple GarageBand ▪ Ableton Live 9 ▪ Steinberg Cubase Artist 8.5/9/9.5 ▪ Steinberg Cubase Pro 8.5/9/9.5 ▪ Steinberg Nuendo 7/8 Before using the KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard to control a supported host, a few configuration steps are required: 4.3.
Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Setting up Host Integration 4. Click the + button in the upper left corner of the Device Setup and select Komplete Kontrol S-Series from the drop-down menu. 5. Set MIDI Input and MIDI Output for Komplete Kontrol S-Series to the ports named Komplete Kontrol DAW (macOS) / KOMPLETE KONTROL (not KOMPLETE KONTROL EXT, Windows). → Steinberg Cubase Nuendo is now ready to be used with KOMPLETE KONTROL.
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 must be added to your Ableton Live User Library: 1. Navigate to the following folder: Macintosh HD/Library/Application Support/Native Instruments/Host Integration/Ableton Live/ 2. Copy the KOMPLETE KONTROL VST.adg file to the clipboard.
Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Setting up Host Integration → You are now ready to use KOMPLETE KONTROL within Ableton Live. You must use the KOMPLETE KONTROL Instrument Rack (KOMPLETE KONTROL VST.adg) to ensure a reliable connection with the KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard. 4.3.4 Setting up Ableton Live (Windows) Ableton Live must be configured for advanced integration with KOMPLETE KONTROL.
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 location, you need to add KOMPLETE KONTROL as a control surface in Ableton Live's preferences. 1. Launch Ableton Live. 2. In Ableton Live, go to the Preferences and open the MIDI / Sync tab. 3. Assign a free Control Surface slot to KOMPLETE KONTROL by selecting it from the dropdown menu. 4.
Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Connecting Pedals to the Keyboard You can define the MIDI messages assigned to the pedal inputs in KOMPLETE KONTROL’s MIDI Assignment editor. For more information, refer to ↑8.4, Using the MIDI Assignment Editor. Connecting Pedals ► Connect a continuous or switch pedal to the PEDAL A or PEDAL B inputs on the rear panel of the keyboard. Configuring the Pedal Input for a Sustain Pedal When a switch pedal is connected: 1.
Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Connecting Pedals to the Keyboard 5. Depending on inverted tip/ring connectivity of the pedal, select either Tip or Ring. → The pedal input is configured for a switch pedal with sustain behavior. If you need to change the MIDI Control Change message assigned to the pedal input, refer to ↑8.4, Using the MIDI Assignment Editor. Configuring the Pedal Input for an Expression Pedal When a continuous pedal is connected: 1.
Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Connecting Pedals to the Keyboard 4. Select Continuous from the Mode drop-down menu. → The pedal input is configured for a continuous pedal with expression behavior. If you need to change the MIDI Control Change message assigned to the pedal input, refer to ↑8.4, Using the MIDI Assignment Editor. Depending on the type of pedal, you need to make further adjustments by using the provided options.
Setting up KOMPLETE KONTROL Connecting External MIDI Equipment to the Keyboard 4.5 Connecting External MIDI Equipment to the Keyboard The KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard has dedicated MIDI sockets that allow you to directly connect other MIDI devices using a 5-pin DIN MIDI cable and integrate the keyboard into your MIDI setup. The MIDI sockets on the rear panel of the KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard. To connect your external MIDI equipment: 1.
Software Overview 5 Software Overview This section gives an overview of the areas and controls of the KOMPLETE KONTROL software. 1 3 2 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. For more information, refer to ↑5.1, Header.
Software Overview Header 5.1 Header The header is where you find general settings that affect KOMPLETE KONTROL globally. It also lets you access additional user interface areas. 1 2 4 3 5 7 6 9 8 10 11 12 14 13 The header. (1) KOMPLETE KONTROL logo: Opens the About screen, which shows the version number of the KOMPLETE KONTROL software. (2) Browser button: Shows or hides the Browser.
Software Overview Header (9) Transport controls: Lets you start, stop, and reset the internal clock. When KOMPLETE KONTROL is loaded as a plug-in in a host, the transport automatically follows the host transport and this feature is greyed out. (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 KONTROL. The meter shows the current peak level of the output signal.
Software Overview Browser 5.2 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. Both the Library pane and the Files pane are detailed in the following overviews.
Software Overview Browser 5.2.1 Library Pane The Library pane contains the following elements: 1 2 3 4 5 10 6 9 7 8 The Library pane. (1) Library: Displays the Library pane. (2) Content selector: The Globe icon selects factory content and the User icon selects user content. 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.
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. You can collapse or expand this section by clicking on the little arrow next to MODES. (6) Favorites: Lets you filter the search results by Favorites.
Software Overview Browser 5.2.2 Instrument Selector The Instrument selector allows you to limit your search to a certain Instrument category, a particular 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. 1 2 3 The Instrument selector.
Software Overview Browser (1) Instrument selector header: The header shows the selected Instrument—if there is no selection it shows a generic label (All Instruments). Click on the header to open or close the Instrument selector. (2) Category / Vendor selector: Allows you to sort the Instrument list by Category or by Vendor. (3) Instrument list: Shows all Instruments that are available in your KOMPLETE KONTROL Library.
Software Overview Browser 5.2.3 Files Pane The Files pane contains following elements: 1 2 3 4 5 6 The 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).
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. (5) Results list: Displays the content (files and folders) of the folder shown in the Location bar. Only files compatible with KOMPLETE KONTROL are displayed.
Software Overview Plug-in Panel (2) ARP: Clicking the round button left of ARP switches the Arpeggiator on or off. Clicking the ARP label displays the Arpeggiator’s parameters. See ↑14, Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator for details. (3) Parameter pages: If multiple pages of parameters are available, you can switch between them here. 5.4 Plug-in Panel The Plug-in Panel lets you view and customize the parameters mapped to the Control section on the KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard for individual Preset files.
Software Overview MIDI Assignment Editor 1 2 3 4 5 6 Overview of the MIDI Assignment editor. (1) Templates Pane: Allows you to create and manage your Templates for MIDI assignments. (2) Templates Pane button: Shows/ hides the Templates pane. (3) KNOBS, BUTTONS, PEDALS: Here you can select the type of control element to which you can make MIDI assignments. (4) Pages / Pedal A and Pedal B: For the Knobs and Buttons you can have multiple assignments, organized in pages.
Software Overview Instrument Area 5.6 Instrument Area The Instrument area of the KOMPLETE KONTROL software is where your Instruments are displayed once you have loaded them from the Browser. Each Instrument offers a different set of controls and parameters that are all easily controlled directly on the computer screen or from the keyboard. Parameter changes are mutually reflected by both the displays on the keyboard and the Instrument’s user interface in the Instrument area.
Keyboard Overview 6 Keyboard Overview The KOMPLETE KONTROL 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 two sizes: The S49, and S61 are equipped with the same topquality semi-weighted Fatar keybed with aftertouch. Beyond the keybed, all keyboards come with identical features.
Keyboard Overview (2) Perform and Edit section: Lets you edit and control the Smart Play features, i.e. playing scales, chords, and arpeggiator sequences. The settings made in the Perform and Edit section are displayed in the Control section (5) and are reflected by the Light Guide and keybed (7). (3) Solo and Mute buttons: Let you instantly solo and mute any Sound or Group in supported hosts. (4) Arrange buttons: Let you switch between the different arrangement views and modes in supported hosts.
Keyboard Overview Rear View 1 2 3 4 5 6 Keyboard Interface rear view. (1) Kensington Lock: Attaches a Kensington lock for protecting the keyboard against theft. (2) MIDI IN/OUT socket: Connect devices for MIDI control. (3) Pedal A and Pedal B sockets: Connects sustain and expression pedals. (4) PSU socket (15V - 1.2A): Connects the optional power supply which can be purchased separately in the Native Instruments online shop.
Keyboard Overview Perform and Edit Section 6.1 Perform and Edit Section The buttons in the Perform and Edit section on the far left of the KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard let you switch the Scale engine and the Arpeggiator on or off and access their parameter for editing. The parameters are visible in the displays and editable with the knobs in the Control section. 1 2 3 6 5 4 The Perform and Edit section.
Keyboard Overview Transport Section 6.2 Transport Section The 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. 1 2 3 6 5 4 The Transport section. (1) LOOP: Switches between standard and loop playback. (2) METRO: Switches the metronome on or off. (3) TEMPO: Lets you tap in the tempo. (4) STOP: Stops playback. (5) REC / Count-in: REC switches record on or off.
Keyboard Overview Control Section 6.3 Control Section The Control section is located at the center of the KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard. The knobs, buttons, and displays are automatically assigned to parameters of the loaded Instrument or selected mode. They provide immediate control and allow for deep editing of various aspects of KOMPLETE KONTROL. 1 2 3 The controls of the Control section.
Keyboard Overview Mode Buttons 6.4 Mode Buttons 1 2 3 6 5 4 Mode Buttons. (1) BROWSER: Displays the Browser in the Control section. (2) PLUG-IN: Displays the loaded Instrument in the Control section. (3) MIXER: Displays the mixer of supported hosts in the Control section. (4) SETUP: Displays the hardware serial number and the firmware version, and lets you change the display brightness. (5) MIDI: Accesses MIDI mode that allows you to use the KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard as a MIDI controller.
Keyboard Overview Navigation and the 4-D Encoder 6.5 Navigation and the 4-D Encoder The 4-Directional Push Encoder (referred to as the 4-D encoder) combines the functionalities of a conventional joystick, of a button, and of a continuous encoder. These aspects make it a multi-functional control element that can be used for navigation, for adjusting values of parameters, and for controlling Instruments.
Keyboard Overview Keybed and Light Guide 6.6 Keybed and Light Guide The Light Guide above the keybed visualizes the key mapping of loaded Instruments and samples by color coding. Active and inactive keys respectively sample based Instruments are indicated by the LEDs. The Light Guide also reflects the Smart Play settings. This means when you select e.g. a scale or chord, the LEDs corresponding to the keys contained in that scale or chord will light up, whereas inactive keys remain unlit.
Keyboard Overview Modulation Wheels 6.7 Modulation Wheels The two Modulation Wheels to the left of the keybed let you control pitch and modulation parameters of the loaded Instrument. Modulation Wheels The left Modulation Wheel, called Pitch Wheel, lets you adjust the pitch of the loaded Instrument. The right Modulation Wheel, called Modulation Wheel, lets you adjust the default modulation parameter of the loaded Instrument.
Keyboard Overview Touch Strip 6.8 Touch Strip The Touch Strip is an intuitive control element that gives you immediate control over Instrument parameters. It can send MIDI pitchbend or control change messages and can be configured in the MIDI Assignment editor. For more information, refer to ↑8.4, Using the MIDI Assignment Editor. The Touch Strip.
Keyboard Overview Transpose and Fixed Velocity Buttons 6.9 Transpose and Fixed Velocity Buttons 1 2 3 Transpose and Fixed Velocity Buttons. (1) FIXED VEL: Sets the note velocity for all keys to a fixed value of 127. (2 - 3) OCTAVE down / Semi and Octave up / Semi: Transpose the entire keybed one octave down / up. Pressing SHIFT + OCTAVE down / up transposes the entire keybed a semitone down / up. Pressing both buttons simultaneously resets the keybed to the central octave.
Global Controls and Preferences Instrument Views 7 Global Controls and Preferences This sections introduces the global controls and the Preferences you can access via the Header of KOMPLETE KONTROL. 7.1 Instrument Views Once you have loaded an Instrument from the Browser, it appears in the Instrument area of the KOMPLETE KONTROL software. Most KOMPLETE Instruments come equipped with more than one view, giving you access to another set of controls or letting you edit certain features in finer detail.
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 NKS Instrument with an easy-to-use interface. POLYPLEX in Default View. 7.1.2 Additional View Most NKS Instruments have more parameters than can be displayed at once in small surface and therefore come with a second, Additional View.
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.
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 REAKTOR in stand-alone mode. POLYPLEX in edit view.
Global Controls and Preferences Switching Instances Edit view enables you to access files that cannot be loaded from the KOMPLETE KONTROL Browser, e.g. KONTAKT Multis which can be loaded from the KONTAKT Browser in edit view. 7.2 Switching Instances When two or more instances of the KOMPLETE KONTROL software are running (e.g. as a plugin on different tracks of the host), you can choose which instance you want to control from the KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard.
Global Controls and Preferences Switching Instances Switching to an Instance from the Keyboard If you are 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 particular instance of the KOMPLETE KONTROL software from the keyboard using its displays and 4D encoder. To display and switch between KOMPLETE KONTROL instances from the keyboard, follow the instructions below: 1.
Global Controls and Preferences Transport and Tempo 7.3 Transport and Tempo If KOMPLETE KONTROL is used as a stand-alone application, it features its own Transport and Tempo controls. They are used by sequenced KONTAKT and REAKTOR Instruments as well as the Arpeggiator. Additionally, the tempo is used by all Instruments that allow you to set timing parameters in relation to the musical tempo (e.g. rhythmic modulation, delay effects).
Global Controls and Preferences Transport and Tempo 7.3.1 Resetting the Clock Resetting the Clock in the Software ▪ When the internal clock is stopped, clicking the Reset button allows you to reset the internal clock. Clicking the Play button will start playback from the beginning. ▪ When the internal clock is running, clicking the Reset button allows you to reset the internal clock and resume playback from the beginning.
Global Controls and Preferences Adjusting Master Volume 2. While holding TEMPO turn Knob 1 in the Control section. → The tempo is adjusted in increments of 1 BPM. 7.4 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. Master Volume controls. In order to adjust the output volume: ► Click and drag the slider to the left or to the right.
Global Controls and Preferences Preferences ► Click Edit > Preferences in the KOMPLETE KONTROL menu: 7.5.1 Preferences – Audio Page The 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.
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. Sample Rate This displays the selected sample rate of your audio interface. Please restart KOMPLETE KONTROL after changing the sample rate.
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. Larger values decrease the CPU load, but introduce a larger latency (a small delay between hitting a pad and hearing it).
Global Controls and Preferences Preferences 7.5.2 Preferences – MIDI Page The 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.
Global Controls and Preferences Preferences Element Description Input Clicking Input displays a list of all the available MIDI inputs of your system. You can activate/deactivate each input by clicking the checkbox next to its name. Output Clicking Output displays a list of all the available MIDI outputs of your system. You can activate/deactivate each input by clicking the checkbox next to its name.
Global Controls and Preferences Preferences Usage Data Tracking in the KOMPLETE KONTROL Preferences. To enable or disable Usage Tracking: 1. Open the General page of the Preferences by clicking Preferences… in the KOMPLETE KONTROL menu. 2. Click the Allow usage data tracking checkbox to enable or disable user data tracking.
Global Controls and Preferences Preferences 7.5.4 Preferences – Library Page The 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 and User buttons allow you to switch between the Factory pane and the User pane. Factory Pane The Factory pane shows all factory libraries available. These libraries will appear in the Factory view of the Browser’s Library pane.
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. These names cannot be edited. Rescan button If you have made any change to a library (e.g., changed its location), select it in the list and click the Rescan button to rescan that library.
Global Controls and Preferences Preferences User Pane The 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 libraries will appear in the User view of the Browser’s Library pane. Preferences panel – the Library page’s User pane.
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. Alias column Shows the alias stored for each library. Click an alias to edit it. Defining aliases for your user folders is not mandatory, but it can be of great help when working on different computers (see description below).
Global Controls and Preferences Preferences Adding Folders to the User Library In the User pane of the Library page, you can add other folders to the user content of your KOMPLETE KONTROL Library. To do this: 1. Click Add at the bottom of the pane. A folder selection dialog opens up. 2. In the dialog, navigate to the desired folder on your computer and click OK (Choose on macOS). → All KOMPLETE KONTROL-compatible files found in the selected folder are added to your user content in KOMPLETE KONTROL.
Global Controls and Preferences Preferences 7.5.5 Preferences – Plug-ins Page The Plug-ins page allows you to manage your VST plug-ins in KOMPLETE KONTROL. At the top of the page, the Manager and Locations buttons allow you to switch between the Manager pane and the Locations pane. Manager Pane The Manager Pane allows you to view and manage all VST plug-ins available in KOMPLETE KONTROL. By default, all available plug-ins are activated for use in KOMPLETE KONTROL.
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 version of NI Plugins If this option in enabled (default), Library content is loaded with the latest version of the associated plug-in.
Global Controls and Preferences Preferences Locations Pane The 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 Add and 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 folders or their contents.
Global Controls and Preferences Keyboard Settings Setting Description Plug-in column Lists all folders that KOMPLETE KONTROL scans for VST plug-ins. Add 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 Manager pane accordingly. 7.
Global Controls and Preferences Keyboard Settings ▪ Velocity / SCALING: Lets you adjust the velocity response curve of the keybed. Use the Soft 3, Soft 2, Soft 1 settings to compensate for gentle playing (velocity response is more sensitive), and the Hard 1, Hard 2, Hard 3 settings to compensate for strong playing (velocity response is insensitive). ▪ Displays / BRIGHTNESS: Lets you adjust the brightness of the keyboard’s displays.
MIDI Communication 8 MIDI Communication KOMPLETE KONTROL provides you with flexible MIDI control and host automation capabilities 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): ▪ Triggering Instruments via MIDI notes: By default, incoming MIDI notes trigger the loaded Instrument and will also be visually reflected by the Light Guide.
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. 8.1 Host Automation When you load KOMPLETE KONTROL as a plug-in in a host, the parameters of the loaded Instrument, the Scale engine, and the Arpeggiator become available for automation from the host.
MIDI Communication Host Automation Automation ID Parameter 027 Mode (Arp) 028 Type (Arp) 029 Rate (Arp) 030 Sequence (Arp) 031 Swing (Arp) 032 Octaves (Arp) 033 Dynamic (Arp) 034 Gate (Arp) 035 Retrigger (Arp) 036 Repeat (Arp) 037 Offset (Arp) 038 Inversion (Arp) 039 Min. Key (Arp) 040 Max. Key (Arp) 041 Hold (Arp) 8.1.
MIDI Communication Host Automation Changing the State of an On/Off Switch To change the state of an on/off switch: 1. Click the corresponding button with your computer mouse. 2. Turn the knob on the keyboard currently assigned to the corresponding parameter.
MIDI Communication Host Automation Selecting Another Entry from a Drop-Down Menu To select another entry from a drop-down menu: 1. Click the corresponding menu with your computer mouse and select an entry. 2. 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: 1. Click and drag the corresponding drag control with your computer mouse.
MIDI Communication Using the Keyboard in MIDI Mode 2. 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. 8.
MIDI Communication Using the Keyboard as Stand-Alone MIDI Controller MIDI Assignment The MIDI mode’s versatility is made possible by the MIDI Assignment editor, which allows you to freely define MIDI assignments for the controls on the keyboard. For more information, refer to ↑8.4, Using the MIDI Assignment Editor. 1. Use the Page left / right buttons on the keyboard to switch between Pages you created in the MIDI Assignment editor. 2.
MIDI Communication Using the Keyboard as Stand-Alone MIDI Controller Control El- Message ement Type CC# Pedal A Tip 64 Gate Controller Mode / Type Range / Control Function Values 0-127 Damper Pedal On / Off (Sustain) Ring 65 Pedal B Controller 11 - 0-127 Expression Controller Pitch Wheel Pitch Bend - - 0-16384 Pitch Bend Modulatio Controller n Wheel 1 - 0-127 Modulation Wheel or Lever Touch Strip 11 Mode: Standard 0-127 Expression Controller Controller Display: Unipolar LED
MIDI Communication Using the MIDI Assignment Editor Control El- Message ement Type CC# Button 1 Controller 112 Toggle (Action on Down) Off 0 / On 127 Undefined Button 2 Controller 113 Toggle (Action on Down) Off 0 / On 127 Undefined Button 3 Controller 114 Toggle (Action on Down) Off 0 / On 127 Undefined Button 4 Controller 115 Toggle (Action on Down) Off 0 / On 127 Undefined Button 5 Controller 116 Toggle (Action on Down) Off 0 / On 127 Undefined Button 6 Controller 117
MIDI Communication Using the MIDI Assignment Editor When using the MIDI Assignment editor, all keyboard controls (i.e. navigation, transport, etc.) are blocked. 8.4.1 Assigning MIDI Messages to Control Elements The workflow of assigning MIDI messages applies to all types of control elements and is as follows: 1. Click on the MIDI Assignment editor button to open the MIDI Assignment editor. 2. Select or create a Template in the Templates pane. 3. Select the type of control element. 4.
MIDI Communication Using the MIDI Assignment Editor 5. Define the MIDI message using the several drop-down menus and options in the Definition area. ⇨ The available drop-down menus and options in the Definition area vary depending on the selected type of control element as well as from the selections in the Definition area itself. 6. If required select or create another page for making multiple assignments. 7. When you finished assigning MIDI messages, close the MIDI Assignment editor.
MIDI Communication Using the MIDI Assignment Editor 2. Enter the desired name with a maximum length of seven characters. 3. Press the enter key to confirm. → The name of the control element has been changed. Renaming Templates and Pages is not possible. 8.4.
MIDI Communication Using the MIDI Assignment Editor Pages You can have multiple assignments, organized in Pages. A Page is a set of assignments for all control elements in this Page area. One Page can be selected (and loaded) at a time. You can switch the available Pages via the Page list in the Inspector. You can do it as well from the keyboard. When you select another Page, all assignments for the control elements in the Page area are updated accordingly.
MIDI Communication Using the MIDI Assignment Editor 8.4.4 MIDI Message Types – Type Menu For all control elements, the assignment definition starts with the same menu: the Type menu. The Type drop-down menu specifies the type of MIDI message that has to be sent upon action on this control element. Depending on the type of control element, the entries in this menu will differ (for example, sending a “play” command from a knob wouldn’t make much sense).
MIDI Communication Using the MIDI Assignment Editor 8.4.5 Assignments for Knobs For the Knobs, the Type menu offers the entries Control Change and Program Change.
MIDI Communication Using the MIDI Assignment Editor ▪ Relative (Offset): This mode is similar to the Relative mode explained above, with the difference that here the values sent for the “+1” and “-1” messages are 65 and 63, respectively — in other terms, they are centered around 64 instead of 0. This is well suited for some particular software implementations.
MIDI Communication Using the MIDI Assignment Editor original sound. In this mode, there are two VALUE settings: Off defines the value for the off state (from 0 to 127, 0 by default), and On defines the value for the on state (0 to 127, 127 by default). For the Note message type, since the off state is predefined (it’s the MIDI Note Off message), you find instead a single VALUE setting defining the velocity of the MIDI Note On message.
MIDI Communication Using the MIDI Assignment Editor Type Value Mode Value Control Change Value Number Toggle/ Gate Off/On 0-127 0-127 Trigger 0127 Inc Program Change Range Min/Max (0-127) Toggle/ Gate Off/On 0-127 Trigger 0127 Inc Min/Max 0-127 Step Wrap -128 to 127 On/Off -128 to 127 On/Off 0-127 Mode Menu Values for Pedals (Switch) For the button-like control elements listed in the above table, and only for some of the MIDI message types available for these control elements, you c
MIDI Communication Using the MIDI Assignment Editor ▪ Gate: This mode is equal to Toggle with the difference that the state is active for the time the Pedal is hold depressed. In Toggle mode the state is activated until the next time the Pedal is pressed again. ▪ Trigger: In this mode, only one message is sent when you hit the control element. There are no On or Off states. For example, this can be useful for switching to another program (preset, patch…) or for triggering one-shot samples (e.g.
MIDI Communication Using the MIDI Assignment Editor Type Range Number Control Change From 0-126/To 1-127 0-127 Pitchbend Strength 0-100% Selecting a Type also changes the behavior of Touch Strip. When Control Change is selected, the Touch Strip can be used like a fader that retains its position even after you have removed your finger. When Pitchbend is selected, the Touch Strip behaves like a spring that returns to zero position after you have removed your finger.
Host Integration Integration with MASCHINE 9 Host Integration When using advanced host integration, the KOMPLETE KONTROL 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: ▪ MASCHINE 2 ▪ Apple Logic Pro X ▪ Apple GarageBand ▪ Ableton Live 9 ▪ Steinberg Cubase Artist 8.5/9/9.
Host Integration Integration with MASCHINE Connect to MASCHINE using the Keyboard 1. Press INSTANCE on the keyboard. 2. Select the MASCHINE instance shown in the display. 3. Press Button 8 (SELECT) to connect the keyboard to MASCHINE. 9.1.1 Overview of Basic Control Functions The available basic control functions mapped to the sections of the keyboard are listed below.
Host Integration Integration with MASCHINE PERFORM Section Button on KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series Action in MASCHINE SCALE Enables/disables SCALE for the selected Group ARP Enables/disables ARP for the selected Group SHIFT + SCALE Edits SCALE for the selected Group SHIFT + ARP Edits ARP for the selected Group QUANTIZE Keeping pressed displays the Quantize settings AUTO Enables automation UNDO Redo Undoes the last action performed SHIFT + UNDO Redo Redoes the last action performed PRESET and
Host Integration Integration with MASCHINE Mode Buttons Button on KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series Action in MASCHINE BROWSER Opens the Browser in the displays PLUG-IN Opens the Plug-in view MIXER Opens the Mixer view INSTANCE Switches between MASCHINE and KOMPLETE KONTROL instances MIDI Enters MIDI Mode SETUP Displays the hardware serial number and the firmware version, and lets you change the display brightness KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series - Manual - 111
Host Integration Integration with MASCHINE 9.1.2 Using the Arrange buttons The advanced integration controls using the Arrange buttons located to the left of the KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard’s displays are listed below. Ideas View When you press SCENE on the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series, you are presented with the Ideas view in the displays. This view is identical to the Ideas view of the MASCHINE software and gives you instant control over Scenes and Patterns.
Host Integration Integration with MASCHINE Button on KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series Action in MASCHINE Button 1–8 Focuses a Scene or creates new Scene, respectively Knob 1–8 Selects another Pattern in Scenes and selects the corresponding Group in touch SHIFT + Button 4 (DUPLICATE) Inserts a copy of the selected Scene SHIFT + Button 5 (INSERT) Inserts an empty Scene SHIFT + Button 6 (DELETE) Deletes the selected Scene SHIFT + Button 8 (RETRIGGER) If enabled, the next Scene that is selected will be f
Host Integration Integration with MASCHINE Pattern View When you press PATTERN on the keyboard, you are presented with the Pattern view in the displays. The Pattern view is the recommended view for recording. MASCHINE’s Pattern view on the KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard.
Host Integration Integration with MASCHINE Button on KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series Action in MASCHINE Button 1–8 Selects Patterns or creates new Patterns for the selected Scene Knob 1 Selects another Sound in the Pattern Turn 4-D encoder Selects another Pattern Move 4-D encoder up or down Selects another Pattern Move 4-D encoder to the left or to the right Selects another Group SHIFT + Button 3 (DOUBLE) Doubles the current Pattern length SHIFT + Button 4 (DUPLICATE) Inserts a copy of the selecte
Host Integration Integration with MASCHINE Track view on the KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard.
Host Integration Integration with MASCHINE Mixer view on the KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard.
Host Integration Integration with MASCHINE Plug-In View When you press PLUG-IN on the keyboard, you are presented with the Plug-in view in the displays. The Page buttons give access to other pages containing further functions to control the selected Plug-in with the keyboard. Plug-in view on the KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard.
Host Integration Integration with MASCHINE Button on KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series Action in MASCHINE Button 1-3 Selects MASTER, GROUP or SOUND channels.
Host Integration Integration with Apple Logic Pro X and GarageBand Key mode on the KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard.
Host Integration Integration with Apple Logic Pro X and GarageBand Transport Button Function (primary action) PLAY Button Function secondary action (SHIFT) Stopped: Starts transport Restart N/A Count-in Turn Count-in On / Off (Default is 1 Bar) Playing: Restarts transport from song start Recording: punch out REC Stopped: Starts recording Playing: Punch in STOP Stopped: Relocates transport to song start Playing: Stops transport at current position Recording: Stops transport at current position
Host Integration Integration with Apple Logic Pro X and GarageBand Perform (KK) Button Function (primary action) Button secondary action (SHIFT) Function SHIFT Accesses secondary control function SCALE Turns Scale & Chord Engine On/Off Edit Changes Scale & Chord Parameters ARP Turns Arp Engine On/Off Edit Changes Arp Parameters Function Button secondary action (SHIFT) Function UNDO Undoes Logic/GarageBand Action Redo Redoes Logic/ GarageBand Action QUANTIZE Quantizes to value 1/16 fo
Host Integration Integration with Apple Logic Pro X and GarageBand Track Button Function (primary action) M (Mute) Button secondary action (SHIFT) Function Button secondary action (SHIFT) Function Mutes/un-mutes focused Track MIXER: press and hold M + press Button 1-8 to mute/un-mute the track S (Solo) Solos/un-solos focused Track MIXER: press and hold S + press Button 1-8 to solo/un-solo the track.
Host Integration Integration with Apple Logic Pro X and GarageBand Navigation Button Function (primary action) BROWSER (KK) Button secondary action (SHIFT) Function Opens the Browser PLUG-IN (KK) Accesses Instrument Parameters MIXER MIXER SHIFT + Knob: Fine Control Knobs 1-8: Volume Parameter Page Left/Right: Switch Bank INSTANCE Connects to MASCHINE Instance MIDI Enables MIDI Mode SETUP Displays the hardware serial number and the firmware version, lets you change the display brightness, and
Host Integration Integration with Steinberg Cubase / Nuendo Primary Action Function Push BROWSER: Load selected Preset Turn MIXER: adjusts Pan/Volume of selected Track Secondary Action (SHIFT) Function Button secondary action (SHIFT) Function BROWSER: navigates selected list Buttons 1-8 Button Function (primary action) 1-8 Various (see labels) MIXER: Selects Track 9.
Host Integration Integration with Steinberg Cubase / Nuendo Transport Button Function (primary action) PLAY Button Function secondary action (SHIFT) Stopped: Starts transport Restart N/A Count-in Turn Count-in On/ Off (Default is 1 Bar) Playing: Restarts transport from song start Recording: punch out REC Stopped: Starts recording Playing: Punch in STOP Stopped: Relocates transport to song start Playing: Stops transport at current position Recording: Stops transport at current position LOOP P
Host Integration Integration with Steinberg Cubase / Nuendo Perform (KK) Button Function (primary action) Button secondary action (SHIFT) Function SHIFT Accesses secondary control function SCALE Turns Scale & Chord Engine On/Off Edit Changes Scale & Chord Parameters ARP Turns Arp Engine On/Off Edit Changes Arp Parameters Function Button secondary action (SHIFT) Function UNDO Undoes Cubase/Nuendo Action Redo Redoes Cubase/ Nuendo Action QUANTIZE Quantizes to value 1/16 for focused Tra
Host Integration Integration with Steinberg Cubase / Nuendo Track Button Function (primary action) M (Mute) Button secondary action (SHIFT) Function Button secondary action (SHIFT) Function Mutes/un-mutes focused Track MIXER: press and hold M + press Button 1-8 to mute/un-mute the track S (Solo) Solos/un-solos focused Track MIXER: press and hold S + press Button 1-8 to solo/un-solo the track.
Host Integration Integration with Steinberg Cubase / Nuendo Navigation Button Function (primary action) BROWSER (KK) Button secondary action (SHIFT) Function Opens the Browser PLUG-IN (KK) Accesses Instrument Parameters MIXER MIXER SHIFT + Knob: Fine Control Knobs 1-8: Volume Parameter Page Left/Right: Switch bank SHIFT + Page Left + Page Right: Show master output channel INSTANCE Connects to MASCHINE Instance MIDI Enables MIDI Mode SETUP Displays the hardware serial number and the firmware v
Host Integration Integration with Ableton Live Primary Action Function Push BROWSER: Load selected Preset Turn MIXER: adjusts Pan/Volume of selected Track Secondary Action (SHIFT) Function Button secondary action (SHIFT) Function BROWSER: navigates selected list Buttons 1-8 Button Function (primary action) 1-8 Various (see labels) MIXER: Selects Track 9.4 Integration with Ableton Live If you own Ableton Live, you can control many of its functions directly from the KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard.
Host Integration Integration with Ableton Live Transport Button Function (primary action) PLAY Button Function secondary action (SHIFT) Stopped: Starts transport Playing: Restarts transport from song start Recording: Restarts transport from song start REC Starts Clip recording STOP Stopped: Relocates transport to song start Start Arranger Recording Playing: Stops transport at current position LOOP Turns Loop On/Off METRO Turns Metronome On/Off TEMPO Can be used to tap in Tempo Perform (KK)
Host Integration Integration with Ableton Live Edit Button Function Button secondary action (SHIFT) Function UNDO Undoes Ableton Live Action Redo Redoes Ableton Live Action QUANTIZE Quantizes to default value 1/16 for focused Clip AUTO Toggles Automation On/Off for focused track Button secondary action (SHIFT) Function (primary action) Track Button Function (primary action) M (Mute) Mutes / un-mutes focused Track MIXER: press and hold M to mute/ un-mute the track S (Solo) Solos / un-sol
Host Integration Integration with Ableton Live Arrange Button Function (primary action) SCENE N/A PATTERN N/A SELECT N/A KEY MODE N/A CLEAR N/A Button secondary action (SHIFT) Function Button secondary action (SHIFT) Function Navigation Button Function (primary action) BROWSER (KK) Browser PLUG-IN (KK) Instrument Parameters MIXER Mixer Knobs 1-8: Volume SHIFT + Knob: Fine Control Parameter Page Left / Right: Switch Bank INSTANCE Connects to MASCHINE Instance KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Seri
Host Integration Integration with Ableton Live Button Function (primary action) MIDI Enables MIDI Mode SETUP Displays the hardware serial number and the firmware version, lets you change the display brightness, and lets you adjust the velocity response curve of the keybed.
Host Integration Integration with Ableton Live Primary Action Function Push Secondary Action (SHIFT) Launch or record if the Clip slot is empty Function Clip Stop Launches or stops scenes when the MASTER track is selected BROWSER: Load Selected Preset Turn Transport Navigation MIXER: Adjust Pan / Volume of Selected Track BROWSER: Navigate Selected List Buttons 1-8 Button Function (primary action) 1-8 Button secondary action (SHIFT) Function Various (see labels) MIXER: Selects Track KOMPLETE KON
Browsing the Library Browser Basics 10 Browsing the Library The Browser is the place where you can find and load Instruments and Preset Files in KOMPLETE KONTROL as well as organizing your own Preset files. You will at first learn about the Browser basics followed by explaining the browsing workflows. This section details both, the workflows in the software and on the keyboard side by side. 10.1 Browser Basics This section describes some general concepts about the Browser. 10.1.
Browsing the Library Browser Basics Included Files in the Library The Preset files included in the Library are all KOMPLETE KONTROL-relevant files found in the folders whose paths are listed in the Library page of the Preferences panel. You can also save the sounds you created in KOMPLETE KONTROL to the User content section of the Library pane. 10.1.2 Browsing the Library vs.
Browsing the Library Opening the Browser 10.2 Opening the Browser A click on the Browser button (the magnifier symbol) in the header opens and closes the Browser. You can also select View > Browser in the KOMPLETE KONTROL menu. The Browser button in the header. In stand-alone mode, you can also open/close the Browser from your computer keyboard via the [B] key. Opening the Browser on the Keyboard In order to call up the Browser on the keyboard’s displays: ► Press the BROWSE button. 10.
Browsing the Library Choosing Between Factory Content and User Content The Browser on the keyboard´s displays. ▪ The left display allows you to narrow your search by selecting the content type (factory or user content), as well as a product category, a product, a bank, and a sub-bank. ▪ The right display allows to further refine your search by selecting the desired Type (and possibly Mode) tags. It also shows you the corresponding result list. 10.
Browsing the Library Choosing Between Factory Content and User Content ► Press Button 4 to choose between Factory content (USER off) and User content (USER on). By default, the Factory content is selected. Choosing Between Factory and User Content on the Keyboard In order to choose between Factory and User content on the keyboard: ► Press the left and right Page buttons choose between FACTORY content and USER content. By default, the FACTORY content is selected.
Browsing the Library Loading an Instrument with its default Preset File 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 particular Instrument, or a specific Bank of the Instrument. You can load an Instrument along with its default Preset file directly from the Instrument selector in the Library pane. By default there is no particular selection in the Instrument selector header; it reads All Instruments.
Browsing the Library Loading an Instrument with its default Preset File 2. Sort the Instruments by Category or by Vendor using the Category / Vendor selector. 3. Navigate through the Instrument groups to find the Instrument to your liking. 4. Place the mouse over the Instrument entry in the Instrument selector and click on the arrow symbol that appears in the upper right corner of the Instrument entry.
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 Instrument selector automatically closes, the Instrument name and icon appear in the Instrument selector header. You can now browse for all Preset files associated with your selection in the Results list.
Browsing the Library Loading an Instrument with its default Preset File Loading an Instrument using the Keyboard In order to load an Instrument on the keyboard: 1. Press and hold SHIFT to access the secondary Browser functions. 2. While holding SHIFT press Button 1 for sorting the Instrument list by CATEGORY or press Button 2 for sorting the Instrument list by VENDOR. By default the Instrument list is showing all Instruments. 3. Release SHIFT. 4.
Browsing the Library Filtering Preset Files by Bank 5. Turn Knob 2 to scroll through the Instrument list and find an Instrument to your liking. 6. Press Button 8 to load the Instrument. → The Instrument with its default Preset File has been loaded. You can now browse for all Preset Files associated with your selection in the Results list. 10.
Browsing the Library Filtering Preset Files by Bank The Bank menu showing All Banks for POLYPLEX To select a particular Bank of Preset files for the selected Instrument: 1. Click the arrow under the Instrument icon to open the Bank drop-down menu. 2. Choose a Bank from the available entries. → Upon your selection the Bank drop-down menu closes and displays the selected Bank. The results list underneath further narrow its content accordingly.
Browsing the Library Resetting the Instrument Selection ► Turn Knob 3 to select the desired Bank of the Instrument. → The Results list only displays the associated Preset files. 10.
Browsing the Library Types and Modes Filters Instruments are shown in the Instrument selector only if the Library contains files for them. If a particular Instrument does not show up, make sure that it is installed correctly and has been updated to the latest available version. Resetting the Instrument Selection on the Keyboard To reset the Instrument selection: ► Turn Knob 2 anti-clockwise until ALL PRODUCTS is shown above in the display. → The Instrument selection is reset. 10.
Browsing the Library Types and Modes Filters TYPES and 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 filter are structured into two hierarchical levels—top-level tags and sublevel tags. ▪ At first the TYPES filter displays the available top-level tags only.
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 before (or even without) using the TYPES filter. ▪ However, the list of tags available in the MODES filter will vary depending on the tags selected in the TYPES filter.
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 MONARK Instrument using the Types filter. We assume here you have already selected the MONARK Instrument in the Instrument selector. For now the TYPES filter shows only top-level tags: The MONARK Instrument is selected in the Instrument selector. In order to find a bass sound: 1.
Browsing the Library Types and Modes Filters ⇨ Upon your selection the second level of tags appears underneath with Sub-Types like Analog Bass, Fingered Bass, etc.
Browsing the Library Types and Modes Filters 2. 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 SubType of bass sounds. 3. Select the Synthetic tag from the MODES filter. → The Results list is filtered accordingly to the Types and Modes filters. This method allows you to quickly find various Preset files for an Instrument with similar characteristics.
Browsing the Library Types and Modes Filters 1. Turn Knob 5 (All Types) to select the Bass tag from the Types filter. ⇨ Upon your selection the second level of tags appears above Knob 6 displaying All SubTypes. 2. Turn Knob 6 to select the Sub-Type matching the desired characteristic for your bass line, say, Distorted Bass. → The Results list is filtered accordingly to the Types and Modes filters.
Browsing the Library Types and Modes Filters 10.8.2 Selecting Multiple Tags from the Same Level In both TYPES and MODES filter you can select multiple tags from the same level: 1. Hold [Shift] on your computer keyboard and click two tags at a particular level to select these tags and all tags in-between. 2. Hold [Ctrl] ([Cmd] on macOS) on your computer keyboard and click any number of tags at a particular level to select these particular tags.
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: 1. Place the mouse cursor over any selected or unselected entry in the Results list. ⇨ The entry is highlighted and the Set Favorite icon on right appears.
Browsing the Library Working with Favorites 2. 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. You can add any Preset File in the Results list to the Favorites, no matter if it is selected or not. Adding Preset Files to the Favorites on the Keyboard In order to add a Preset File to the Favorites on the keyboard: 1.
Browsing the Library Working with Favorites → The Preset File is added to the Favorites, indicated by the lit Set Favorite icon next to its name. 10.9.2 Displaying Favorites in the Results List To activate the Favorites filter: ► Click on the Favorites icon next to the search field to activate the Favorites filter.
Browsing the Library Working with Favorites → The Favorites icon is now lit and the Results list shows all favorite Preset Files. Displaying all Favorites in the Results list on the Keyboard In order to display all Favorites in the Results list on the keyboard: ► Press Button 4. → The Favorites icon is now highlighted in the display and the Results list shows all favorite Preset Files. 10.9.
Browsing the Library Working with Favorites ► Click on the lit Set Favorite icon to remove the corresponding Preset file from the Favorites. → 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 Results list. You can also remove a Preset file from the Favorites when the Results list is not filtered by Favorites.
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. 1. Click in the search field. 2. Type the desired text to limit the Results to files containing this text. → As you start typing, the list of matches will start narrowing in the result list below.
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. For this you need to enable the Prehear feature. The Prehear controls. 1.
Browsing the Library Auditioning your Preset Files Auditioning Your Preset Files using the Keyboard You can also enable/disable the Prehear feature on the keyboard: 1. Press Button 5 (PREHEAR) to enable/disable the Prehear feature. 2. Turn Knob 8 to select another Preset File in the Results list. → Upon selection this Preset File is played back and the previous Preset File stops playing instantly. When you disable Prehear, the playback of any Preset File still being pre-listened is stopped.
Managing the Library Saving Preset Files to the User Library 11 Managing the Library With the Browser you can also organize your own Preset files. In this section you will learn how you save and manage your own Preset files in the User Library and how to import KOMPLETE KONTROL-compatible user files. 11.1 Saving Preset Files to the User Library KOMPLETE KONTROL allows you to conveniently save any sound you created with your Instruments in a new user Preset file .
Managing the Library Saving Preset Files to the User Library 1. 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… in the File submenu of the KOMPLETE KONTROL menu: 2. Enter a name for your new Preset file and click Save in the Save Preset dialog to save the Preset file .
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 files directly from the Results list: 1. Right-click the desired Preset file and select Delete from the context menu. If you want to delete several user Preset files at once, first select them as described above, and rightclick any of them.
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 files in KOMPLETE KONTROL, they are automatically assigned to Instruments and Banks depending on the Instrument you are using. To further define the attributes of your user Preset files, you can edit the Type and Mode tags as well as the general properties of the file.
Managing the Library Editing the Tags and Properties of User Preset Files 3. 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.
Managing the Library Editing the Tags and Properties of User Preset Files 4. Assign the appropriate tags to your file by clicking the checkboxes next to their names. 5. 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.
Managing the Library Working with the Files Pane 6. 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. 7. To apply any changes made in the Attribute Editor, click on APPLY. → Your file is now tagged according to your selection of Types and Modes and the properties are saved. You can close the Attribute Editor by clicking on EDIT again.
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. The context menu in the result list of the Files pane. Following commands are available: Command Description Add to Favorites (folders only) Adds the selected folder to your Favorites.
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. Sort by Name Sorts the Result list according to the item names. Sort by Date Sorts the Result list according to the item dates. 11.4.
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. 11.4.3 Navigating to Recent File Locations The Recent Locations button shows a clock icon at the right of the Location bar: The Recent Location button.
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. Jumping to Favorite Folders ► Click any favorite folder in the Favorite bar to jump to that location.
Managing the Library Loading VST Plug-ins 2. In the Results list, right-click the desired folder and select Add to Favorites from the context 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 Favorites. 11.5 Loading VST Plug-ins KOMPLETE Instruments and VST plug-ins supporting the Native Kontrol Standard (NKS) are automatically loaded when you call up a Preset file from the KOMPLETE KONTROL Library.
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 KOMPLETE 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 KOMPLETE KONTROL User Library.
Managing the Library Installing NKS Instruments ► Click on the plug-in you want to load in the Plug-ins submenu of the KOMPLETE KONTROL 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’ Plug-ins page. 11.
Managing the Library Installing NKS Instruments NKS Instruments can be found in the KOMPLETE KONTROL Browser next to your KOMPLETE Instruments. All of their Preset files 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.
Managing the Library Installing NKS Instruments 3. Click on Add a serial in the top-left corner of Native Access. 4. Enter the serial number of the Instrument and click ADD 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. 5. Click BROWSE and open the folder containing the Instrument files in the file dialog.
Managing the Library Importing KOMPLETE KONTROL-Compatible User Files 6. Click on INSTALL to add the Instrument to your KOMPLETE KONTROL Library. → The Instrument is installed. KOMPLETE KONTROL automatically scans for the new content and adds it to the KOMPLETE KONTROL Browser. The KOMPLETE KONTROL Library and the KONTAKT Browser reference the Instrument files contained in the folder.
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. That’s why whenever you move files, make sure to update the paths to their respective directories in the Library page of the Preferences panel. The Files pane allows you to import whole folders.
Controlling Instrument Parameters Pre-Mapped Instruments 12 Controlling Instrument Parameters This section introduces you to controlling Instrument parameters using the KOMPLETE KONTROL 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.
Controlling Instrument Parameters Switching Parameter Pages 12.3 Switching Parameter Pages Many Instruments are equipped with much more than eight parameters. To provide quick access to additional parameters, the Page buttons (left and right arrows) to the left of the Control section let you skip through parameter pages. This remaps the knobs to a different set of Instrument parameters.
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 KOMPLETE KONTROL User Library. For more information, refer to ↑11.1, Saving Preset Files to the User Library.
Controlling Instrument Parameters Customizing Parameter Mappings 2. To rename an existing section, double-click on it and enter a new name. Press [enter] or click elsewhere to confirm the changes. The name of each control is shown below the corresponding knob in the Plug-in panel (5). ► To change the name of a control, double-click on it and enter a new name. Press [enter] or click elsewhere to confirm the changes.
Playing and Editing Scales and Chords 13 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” note. In Chord mode you can use the provided scales to combine individual note harmonies into chords.
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 Perform and Edit section on the keyboard. 13.1 A Note about Music Theory KOMPLETE KONTROL has built-in scales and harmonies that you can select to play your Instruments with chords and arpeggiator sequences.
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.
Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Playing Chords 2. To select a scale, turn Knob 2 (BANK, by default set to MAIN) and Knob 3 (TYPE, by default set to MAJOR) until you find a scale you like. 3. To play the scale you selected, ensure that the SCALE button is lit. 13.
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 Control section, press Edit (SHIFT + SCALE). → You can now edit the Scale engine parameters on the keyboard’s Control section.
Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Scale Parameters The 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 Control section in Scale Edit mode. Setting the root note of a scale means deciding what key the scale will begin with. The following notes of the scale depend on which scale pattern you select with the SCALE Type parameter (see below).
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 keyboard. Each Bank consists of 15 thematically related scales, which can be selected by using the Type control.
Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Scale Parameters Scale Bank Type Degree Formula Chromatic Main Chrom 1 ♭2 2 ♭3 3 4 ♭5 5 ♭6 6 ♭7 7 Major Main Major 1234567 Minor Main Minor 1 2 ♭3 4 5 ♭6 ♭7 Harm Min Main Harm Min 1 2 ♭3 4 5 ♭6 7 Maj Pent Main Maj Pent 12356 Min Pent Main Min Pent 1 ♭3 4 5 ♭7 Blues Main Blues 1 ♭3 4 ♯4 5 ♭7 Japanese Main Japanese 1 2 ♭3 5 ♭6 Freygish Main Freygish 1 ♭2 3 4 5 ♭6 ♭7 Gypsy Main Gypsy 1 2 ♭3 ♯4 5 ♭6 7 Arabic Main Ar
Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Scale Parameters Scale Bank Type Degree Formula Dorian b5 Modes Dor b5 1 2 ♭3 4 ♭5 6 ♭7 Harm Phryg Modes Har Phry 1 ♭2 ♭3 4 5 ♭6 7 Phryg Major Modes Phry Maj 1 ♭2 ♭3 4 5 6 7 Lydian b3 Modes Lyd b3 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 1 ♭2 ♭3 ♭4 ♭5 ♭6 ♭7 Lydian ♭7 Jazz Lyd ♭7 1 2 3 ♯4 5 6 ♭7 Altered Jazz Altered 1 ♭2 ♯2 3 ♯
Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Scale Parameters Scale Bank Type Degree Formula Hungarian Maj World Hung Maj 1 ♯2 3 ♯4 5 6 ♭7 Neapolitan World Neapoltn 1 ♭2 ♭3 4 5 ♭6 7 Spanish World Spanish 1 ♭2 ♭3 3 4 5 ♭6 ♭7 Greek World Greek 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 1 ♭2 ♭3 ♯4 5 ♭6 7 Indian 2 World Indian 2 1 2 ♭3 ♯4 5 6 7 Indian 3 World Indian 3 1 ♭2 2 4 5 ♭6 6 In
Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Scale Parameters Scale Bank Type Degree Formula Ryukuan 5-Tone Ryukuan 13457 Abhogi 5-Tone Abhogi 1 2 ♭3 4 6 Bhupkali 5-Tone Bhupkali 1 2 3 5 b6 Hindolam 5-Tone Hindolam 1 ♭3 4 ♭6 ♭7 Bhupalam 5-Tone Bhupalam 1 ♭2 ♭3 5 b6 Amritavarshini 5-Tone Amrita 1 3 ♯4 5 7 Octatonic Modern Octatonc 1 2 ♭3 4 ♯4 ♯5 6 7 Acoustic Modern Acoustic 1 2 3 ♯4 5 6 ♭7 Augmented Modern Augmentd 1 ♭3 3 5 ♯5 7 Tritone Modern Tritone 1 ♭2 3 ♭
Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Scale Parameters Scale Bank Type Degree Formula Mixolydian Major Mixolyd 1 2 3 4 5 6 ♭7 Major Minor Major Maj Min 1 2 3 4 5 ♭6 ♭7 Harmonic Major Major Har Maj 1 2 3 4 5 ♭6 7 Dbl Har Major Major Dbl Maj 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 4 ♭5 ♭6 ♭7 Blues Major Major Blues Ma 1 2 ♭3 3 5 6 Bebop Major Major Bebop Ma 1 2 3 4 5 ♯5 6 7 Hexa 1 Major Hexa 1 123567 Hex
Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Key Mode Parameter Scale Bank Type Degree Formula Hexa 1 Minor Hexa 1 1 2 ♭3 5 ♭6 ♭7 Hexa 2 Minor Hexa 2 1 2 ♭3 4 5 b6 Penta 1 Minor Penta 1 1 2 ♭3 5 b6 Penta 2 Minor Penta 2 1 ♭3 4 5 ♭7 Penta 3 Minor Penta 3 1 ♭3 5 ♭6 ♭7 13.6 Setting the Key Mode Parameter The KEY MODE parameter Mode. The only KEY MODE parameter is Mode. On the keyboard, it is mapped to Knob 3 of the Control section in Scale Edit mode.
Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Key Mode Parameter Mapped Mode (Default) In Mapped mode, the notes are mapped to the keyboard according to the selected scale. Notes outside of the selected scale are not active. Pressing the corresponding keys will trigger the next available note in the selected scale. The Light Guide highlights the active keys via lit LEDs. The Root Note is indicated by a brighter lit LED.
Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Chord Parameters Scale Type Mapping in Key Mode: Easy White Keys C3 D3 E3 F3 G3 A3 B3 Corresponding Mapping R 2 3 4 5 6 7 Example with Root Note: C C D E F G A B Corresponding Mapping R 2 b3 4 5 b6 b7 Example with Root Note: C D Eb F G Ab Bb Major Minor C 13.7 Setting the Chord Parameters 13.7.1 Chord Mode The CHORD parameter Mode. The first CHORD parameter is Mode.
Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Chord Parameters The Light Guide indicates the keys being played back in a chord via fully lit LEDs, while active keys are half-lit and inactive keys are unlit. CHORD Mode has one inactive (Off) and two active states, which are described in detail below: ▪ Off ▪ Harm ▪ Chd Set Harm If 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.
Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Chord Parameters The SCALE Type and KEY MODE parameters are not available when CHORD Mode is set to Chd Set. 13.7.2 Chord Type The 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.
Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Chord Parameters If CHORD Mode is set to Harm, then CHORD Type will offer you a selection of individual notes present in the selected SCALE Type. This means that for all scales except the 12-tone Chrom scale (see further below), you can select the interval of notes that will make up your chord. The note interval is added onto the key of an incoming MIDI note, either from the KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard or from the host.
Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Chord Parameters If CHORD Mode is set to Chd Set and, for example, the Root Note is set to C, then the CHORD Type menu presents you with a list of selectable chords. Values are, e.g., Maj 4 and Min 7, which would generate a major and minor chord, respectively—both using C as the chord’s root note.
Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Chord Parameters Chord Type Semitones Added above Played Note Octave 12 Perf 4 (Perfect 4) 5 Perf 5 (Perfect 5) 7 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) 4, 7 and 10 Dom 79(Dominant 9) 4, 7, 10 and 14 Min 7 b5 (Minor 7 b5) 3, 6 and 10 Dim 7 (Diminished 7) 3, 6 and 9 Aug (Augumented) 4 and 8 Quartal 5, 10 and 15 Trichd (Trichord) 5 and 11
Playing and Editing Scales and Chords Setting the Chord Parameters The third CHORD parameter is Position. On the keyboard, it is mapped to Knob 7 of the Control section in Scale Edit mode. Use it to spread the notes of a chord generated from a single note and to aid a more musical transition between chords. The 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.
Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator 14 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 Arpeggiator in combination with the scales and chords created with the Scale engine. To play an arpeggiated note sequence you only need to press any key on the KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard or receive an incoming MIDI note from the host.
Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Playing Arpeggiator Sequences ► To switch on the Arpeggiator, click the blue check box next to ARP in the Perform panel so it is filled. Activating the Arpeggiator on the Keyboard ► To switch on the Arpeggiator, press ARP in the Perform and Edit section on the keyboard. 14.1 Playing Arpeggiator Sequences KOMPLETE KONTROL lets you create and play complex arpeggiator sequences using Smart Play. 1. Switch on the Arpeggiator by pressing the ARP button on the keyboard.
Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Using a Sustain Pedal to Control the Arpeggiator 14.2 Using a Sustain Pedal to Control the Arpeggiator You can use a sustain pedal to control the Arpeggiator. 1. Pressing the sustain pedal while keys are held and then releasing those keys continues the arpeggiator sequence. This way the footswitch behaves as a trigger for the Arpeggiator. When a new key is pressed, the new note is added to the current sequence. 2.
Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Editing the Arpeggiator Arpeggiator snapshots in the Control section 14.4 Editing the Arpeggiator The Arpeggiator’s parameters give you many possibilities to shape your own note sequences. ► To edit the Arpeggiator parameters in the KOMPLETE KONTROL software, click on ARP in the Perform panel so it is highlighted. ► To enable Arpeggiator Edit mode and map the Arpeggiator parameters to the keyboard’s Control section, press Edit (SHIFT + ARP).
Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Setting the Main Parameters Available Arpeggiator Parameters ▪ To switch between Arp and Note Repeat mode and change the playback direction of the arpeggiator sequence, use the MAIN parameters Mode and Type. ▪ To create interesting rhythms for the arpeggiator sequence, use the RHYTHM parameters Rate, Sequence, and Swing.
Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Setting the Main Parameters 14.5.1 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 further editing.
Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Setting the Rhythm Parameters 14.6 Setting the Rhythm Parameters The RHYTHM parameters Rate, Sequence, and Swing allow you to create interesting rhythms for the arpeggiator sequence. The RHYTHM parameters Rate, Sequence, and Swing. 14.6.1 Rhythm Rate The first RHYTHM parameter, Rate, is available in both Arp and Note Repeat mode. On the keyboard, it is mapped to Knob 3 of the Control section when Arpeggiator Edit mode is selected.
Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Setting the Rhythm Parameters ▪ 1/8 Dotted (1/8 D) ▪ 1/4 Triplet (1/4 T) ▪ 1/8 ▪ 1/16 Dotted (1/16 D) ▪ 1/8 Triplet (1/8 T) ▪ 1/16 ▪ 1/32 Dotted (1/32 D) ▪ 1/16 Triplet (1/16 T) ▪ 1/32 ▪ 1/64 Dotted (1/64 D) ▪ 1/32 Triplet (1/32 T) ▪ 1/64 ▪ 1/128 Dotted (1/128 D) ▪ 1/64 Triplet (1/64 T) ▪ 1/128 14.6.2 Rhythm Sequence The second RHYTHM parameter, Sequence, is only available in Arp mode.
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. 14.6.3 Rhythm Swing The third RHYTHM parameter, Swing, is available in both Arp and Note Repeat mode. On the keyboard, it is mapped to Knob 5 of the Control section when Arpeggiator Edit mode is selected. Adding Swing to your note sequence can make it feel less quantized and sound more natural.
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 Swing parameter has been applied, leaving the groove intact. 14.
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. 14.7.2 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. It reads the velocity of the input—e.g.
Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Setting the Advanced Parameters The GATE RESET function, mapped to Button 4 of the Control section lets you reset the GATE parameter to its default value of 100% at any time. To display the set value of the GATE parameter, tap Knob 8. 14.8 Setting the Advanced Parameters The ADVANCED parameters Retrigger, Repeat, Offset, and Inversion allow you to explore alternative versions of the same arpeggiator sequence.
Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Setting the Advanced Parameters ▪ If the arpeggiator sequence consists of 6 pitches, the Sequence is 1 - 2 - 3 - rest - 4 - 5 6 – rest, and Retrigger is set to 5, the Arpeggiator output is 1 - 2 - 3 - rest - 4 -repeat. 14.8.2 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.
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 1, the Arpeggiator output is 1 - 2 - 3 - 2 - 3 - repeat. ▪ 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. 14.9 Setting the Range Parameters The RANGE parameters Min.
Playing and Editing the Arpeggiator Setting the Hold Parameter The Arpeggiator can still generate pitches above the Max. Key setting. 14.10 Setting the Hold Parameter The HOLD parameter On / Off. The HOLD parameter On / Off is available in both Arp and Note Repeat mode. On the keyboard, it is mapped to Button 3 of the Control section when Arpeggiator Edit mode is selected. The HOLD function allows you to latch the notes played by the Arpeggiator.
Troubleshooting 15 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 Community for content related to your issue.
Troubleshooting ▪ A description of your setup, including all hardware and the version of your software ▪ The brand and specifications of your computer When installing new software or software updates, a Readme file is included that contains late breaking news and new information that was not yet included in the documentation. Please open and read this Readme file before contacting Technical Support.
Index Index A Retrigger [218] Accessibility Rhythm [213] [214] Sequence [214] Activate Speech Output [18] ARP button [54] Snapshots [209] Arpeggiator [210] Swing [215] Advanced [218] Tempo [213] Dynamic [217] Type [212] Gate [217] Velocity [217] Gate Reset [218] Arpeggiator Mode Note Repeat [212] Groove [215] Hold [221] Arpeggiator sequence [188] [210] Inversion [219] Arpeggiator Snaphots [209] Main [211] ASIO driver [74] Max. Key [220] Audio driver (selecting) [73] Min.
Index C F Chord mode [200] Favorites [155] Chord Position [206] Add [155] Chord Type [202] Show [155] Chromatic Scale [204] File saving to the Library [164] Chords [188] Chord Set [200] Generating [200] [202] [206] Harmonizer [200] Chromatic Scale [204] Configuration host [29] Controls Keyboard [51] G Gate [217] Gate Reset [218] H Help [222] Hold [221] host Configuration [29] D Displays Control section [56] Driver selecting an audio driver [73] Host automation [89] host Configuration [29]
Index I L IMPORT button [181] Latching the Arpeggiator Importing your files into the Library [180] INSTANCE button [93] Instances Switching [67] Inversion [219] Hold [221] Latency [74] LEDs Keybed [59] Light Guide [59] Library [136] importing your own files [180] K Keyboard Controls [51] Overview [51] Keyboard LEDs [59] saving files to [164] tags [136] Light Guide [59] LEDs [59] Knobs Control section [56] KOMPLETE KONTROL Keyboard Overview [51] KOMPLETE KONTROL S-SERIES Keyboard Overview [5
Index M O Master Volume [40] Octaves [216] Max. Key [220] Offset [219] MIDI Overview automation [89] Keyboard [51] configuring [75] connecting external equipment [37] controlling parameters via [89] Mode [93] MIDI Mode [93] Min.
Index P R Perform panel Rate [213] Scale [186] PERFORM section Repeat [219] Result list ARP button [54] in Files pane [47] [170] SCALE button [54] in Library pane [43] SHIFT button [54] Plug-in panel [48] Retrigger [218] Root Note [191] Edit mode [183] Preferences [71] Audio page [72] Audio Routings [72] General page [76] Library page [78] MIDI page [75] Plug-ins page [83] Prehear [162] Pre-listening Samples [162] Pre-Mapped Instruments [182] Preset files finding [136] organizing [136] KOM
Index S Soundcard output routing [72] Sample settings [72] pre-listening [162] Sample rate selecting [73] Saving files to the Library [164] Swing [215] Switching Instances [67] T Tag Filter Scale [186] Chord [200] [202] [206] using [148] Tags Chord mode [200] categories of [136] Chord Position [206] content type [136] Chord Type [202] Instrument type [136] Key Mode [198] Root Note [191] Scale [190] Scale Type [192] SCALE button [54] Scale engine [186] Scale Type [192] Chromatic [204] us
