KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series Explained®
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7:41 Layout Overview
Multiplier explores each section of the keyboard to familiarize the viewer with the layout of buttons and encoders.
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1:48 Setup
This video walks through how to set up the keyboard and install the necessary software.
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8:14 Loading Instruments
You can load an instrument using the keyboard and filter instrument searches by preset type.
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6:32 Scale Smart Play
Multiplier demonstrates how scale Smart Play works for playing in key and triggering chords.
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6:47 Arp Smart Play
Learn how arp Smart Play works to turn a chord into an interesting arpeggio.
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2:20 Controlling Your DAW
Transport controls can be used to play and record directly into the DAW.
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2:14 Using Smart Play with Plug-Ins
This video explains how to use Smart Play modes with plug-ins not included in Komplete Kontrol.
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3:38 Recording Smart Play MIDI Output
Learn how to record and/or output Smart Play MIDI to another MIDI track.
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2:23 Third Party NKS Instruments
Third party NKS-ready instruments can be loaded and played using the Komplete Kontrol S-Series keyboards.
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2:07 Favorites
This video demonstrates how to use favorites when auditioning and playing sounds in the browser.
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12:01 Advanced Touch Strip Configuration
Learn how to configure the pitch wheel and how to get creative with the mod wheel.
Product Overview
In this in-depth tutorial series, Adam Pollard aka Multiplier explains Native Instruments’ game changing KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series MIDI controller inside and out, showing you the basics, how to use it with both NI libraries and 3rd party plug-ins and more!
Multiplier begins with an overview of the layout of the S-Series keyboards, as well as how to install the software you’ll need. That leads directly into a video on how to load instruments into the S-Series, and use the browse filters when searching through presets.
From there, Multiplier explores the creative tools you get with the S-Series. See how Scale Smart Play allows you to always play in key and to trigger chords, and how Arp Smart Play allows you to turn a chord into an arpeggio.
You’ll then learn how you can use the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series to control your DAW and use Smart Play with plug-ins that aren’t part of the KOMPLETE KONTROL software bundle. After that, Multiplier teaches you how to record the output of Smart Play as MIDI into your DAW.
Wrapping it up, Multiplier demonstrates how to load 3rd party NKS-ready instruments into the KOMPLETE KONTROL software and onto the hardware, and how to create and use Favorites when auditioning and selecting sounds in the browser.
If you’re new to the KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series MIDI Controllers, or if you want more tips and tricks to get the most out of it, watch “KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series Explained” today!
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Reviews
Submitted 1 year ago
An 'Ok' overview
This was useful to give me a quick overview but I was a little disappointed at how little depth there was. I found the approach taken by the 'tutor' to be a bit amateur. Did we really have to see him play around at the end?! My main gripe would be that one key element is how KK works within your daw but there was precious little.. except Ableton which as a Logic user is unhelpful. I had to look at some youtube videos to explain some stuff (which defeats the object of Groove 3 then!). Still don't know if I can record smart-play in Logic X (as others have asked here). Happy to have learned something but this is the most disappointing video I've watched here.
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 2 years ago
Helpful!
Tutorial 8: Recording Smart Play Midi Output NOT POSIBLE IN Logic Pro X RIGHT???
I am a: Hobbyist, Cubase, Logic Pro
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 2 years ago
easy to understand
very clear and to the point
I am a: Semi-Pro, Professional, Musician, Producer, Beat Maker, Audio Engineer, Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Pro Tools
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 2 years ago
good
really saved me much time from figuring it out on my own..
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 3 years ago
Very Good
Straight talking, no nonsense approach, learned a lot, especially about the mod wheel
I am a: Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Sound Designer, Mastering Facility, Sound for Film/TV, Cubase
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 3 years ago
Not up to date and too simple
I did not find this tutorial very helpful, I don't think it deserves the 'explained' label, as it is not very deep. The functionalities described can be found on youtube also. Furthermore, this tutorial is not up to date as the KK software has many more possibilities now, including browsing ON the keyboard. I was hoping for an in depth look into the software, actually, like how to edit the control scheme and how to import 3rd party, non-NKS libraries. Too bad, maybe some time later.
I am a: Student, Hobbyist, Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Cubase
Response from Customer Service:
As you may have seen, this is one of our older tutorials and could certainly use an update at this point. We have it on the schedule with one of our authors and hope to have something new on the site soon.
Thanks again and make sure you get the weekly newsletter so you can see when it's released!
Submitted 3 years ago
Great
Realy hepled me to star using Komplete Kontrol in the best way possible.
I am a: Beginner, Hobbyist, Musician
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 3 years ago
Im glad I didnt have to pay for this series...
He keeps repeating the obvious and seems to not know what he is doing.
I am a: Beginner, Producer, Ableton Live, Bitwig Studio
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 3 years ago
It's an OK intro to using kontrol
Has a habit of stating the obvious
I am a: Hobbyist, Producer, Beat Maker, Sound for Film/TV, Cubase
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 3 years ago
Very good
It has helped me to decide to buy or not a S-series keyb.
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Logic Pro
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Reviews
Submitted 1 year ago
An 'Ok' overview
This was useful to give me a quick overview but I was a little disappointed at how little depth there was. I found the approach taken by the 'tutor' to be a bit amateur. Did we really have to see him play around at the end?! My main gripe would be that one key element is how KK works within your daw but there was precious little.. except Ableton which as a Logic user is unhelpful. I had to look at some youtube videos to explain some stuff (which defeats the object of Groove 3 then!). Still don't know if I can record smart-play in Logic X (as others have asked here). Happy to have learned something but this is the most disappointing video I've watched here.
Submitted 2 years ago
Helpful!
Tutorial 8: Recording Smart Play Midi Output NOT POSIBLE IN Logic Pro X RIGHT???
I am a: Hobbyist, Cubase, Logic Pro
Submitted 2 years ago
easy to understand
very clear and to the point
I am a: Semi-Pro, Professional, Musician, Producer, Beat Maker, Audio Engineer, Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Pro Tools
Submitted 2 years ago
good
really saved me much time from figuring it out on my own..
Submitted 3 years ago
Very Good
Straight talking, no nonsense approach, learned a lot, especially about the mod wheel
I am a: Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Sound Designer, Mastering Facility, Sound for Film/TV, Cubase
Submitted 3 years ago
Not up to date and too simple
I did not find this tutorial very helpful, I don't think it deserves the 'explained' label, as it is not very deep. The functionalities described can be found on youtube also. Furthermore, this tutorial is not up to date as the KK software has many more possibilities now, including browsing ON the keyboard. I was hoping for an in depth look into the software, actually, like how to edit the control scheme and how to import 3rd party, non-NKS libraries. Too bad, maybe some time later.
I am a: Student, Hobbyist, Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Cubase
Response from Customer Service:
As you may have seen, this is one of our older tutorials and could certainly use an update at this point. We have it on the schedule with one of our authors and hope to have something new on the site soon.
Thanks again and make sure you get the weekly newsletter so you can see when it's released!
Submitted 3 years ago
Great
Realy hepled me to star using Komplete Kontrol in the best way possible.
I am a: Beginner, Hobbyist, Musician
Submitted 3 years ago
Im glad I didnt have to pay for this series...
He keeps repeating the obvious and seems to not know what he is doing.
I am a: Beginner, Producer, Ableton Live, Bitwig Studio
Submitted 3 years ago
It's an OK intro to using kontrol
Has a habit of stating the obvious
I am a: Hobbyist, Producer, Beat Maker, Sound for Film/TV, Cubase
Submitted 3 years ago
Very good
It has helped me to decide to buy or not a S-series keyb.
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Logic Pro
1. When did you start dabbling in music?
I started producing music just over 5 years ago, right about when Skrillex's Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites EP dropped.
2. What training have you had?
I'm fully self-taught, and haven't had any formal training. I use online resources and learn a lot by talking to other producers about how they do things too.
3. When did you get into recording?
(same answer as number 1)
4. People you have worked with/for?
DJTechTools, iZotope, Output, CAPSUN Pro Audio, Loopmasters, Plugin Boutique, Industrial Strength, 5Pin Media
5. Why are you so good at training people?
I've had a lot of experience in the EDM space, from producing tracks and sample packs that have charted on sites like Beatport, through to DJing internationally and running a record label. And on the training side I've produced thousands of tutorials, and also tutor people one to one.
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tutorial videoAbleton Live: Creating a Track from Scratch
Adam Pollard aka Multiplier brings you an in-depth video series all about creating a track from scratch with Ableton Live! Shown in version 10 but applicable to other versions and DAWs, see how to make a modern day track starting with just the kick drum, all the way to mastering and exporting the song for all the world to hear.
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tutorial videoBeginner’s Guide to Mastering with Ableton Live
Adam Pollard aka Multiplier, delivers a mastering video tutorial series designed for the beginner, covering the important topics needed to master your music in Ableton Live! Learn the basic principles and terminologies, as well as specific steps to take to get great sounding master files that you can publish to the world.
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tutorial videoBeginner's Guide to Music Production Hardware
Adam Pollard aka Multiplier presents an in-depth video series for those just getting into making music and the endless options for studio gear. Save endless hours of research trying to find answers to the most basic questions, when setting up your first studio and all the gear that goes with it!
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tutorial videoCreating Electronic Music for Online Video
Adam Pollard presents a series of producing Electronic Music for Online Video tutorials! Learn how to design and produce Electronic music for the endless amount of video content found on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Spotify and more. These production videos are perfect for those who know how to use their DAW, but want to go deeper into the specifics of Electronic music creation for online video.
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