DISC Native Instruments Audio Kontrol 1

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DISC Native Instruments Audio Kontrol 1 Overview

Native Instruments introduces a new kind of audio interface: high-end, professional sound quality, versatile connections, advanced controller functions and a compact and sturdy design � these are the hallmarks of AUDIO KONTROL 1.

Product Ref: 9332

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And it is these characteristics that make this audio interface the first choice for producers, musicians and DJs. Also included are 3 full versions of Native Instruments software ensuring you can start creating sounds and mixing tracks instantly.

Sonic Specialities

The new AUDIO KONTROL 1 is a high-end audio interface. Offering crystal-clear 192 kHz, 24 bit-quality, it is far more than just a sound card. Freely-assignable buttons and controller knob combined with advanced MIDI and key command functionality grant full control of software applications - setup files for popular programs ensure it's hassle-free. AUDIO KONTROL 1 merges innovation and quality and does so with an ear for practicality.

Universal Appeal

AUDIO KONTROL 1's adaptability makes it the perfect audio interface for musicians, producers and DJs. Versatile connection configurations, included controller assignment preset files as well as the full versions of XPRESS KEYBOARDS, GUITAR COMBOS and TRAKTOR 3 LE guarantee its universal appeal

AUDIO KONTROL 1 offers three buttons and a controller knob on the hardware's top panel. Using the included mapping software, you can assign any key command or MIDI message to actions performed with these elements. This turns AUDIO KONTROL 1 into a versatile controller that allows you to 'touch' your software, be it one of the included Native Instruments applications, your favorite sequencer, your graphics software or other media applications such as Winamp or iTunes .

Setup files for popular programs are included, ensuring the use of these features is hassle-free. Please see list below.

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Swift and simple assignments

The integrated mappng software makes assigning software parameters to the control elements parfticularly easy. User-defined assignments can be saved, allowing you to create specific set-ups for all your applications and recall them at any time. An especiallly useful feature is the "modifier" function which essentially turns the buttons into shift or ctrl-buttons, allowing you to manipulate up to 10 parameters using just the four control elements.

Assignment Examples

TRAKTOR 3 LE The control knob is assigned to the volume fader of TRAKTOR 3 LE s main output. By clicking and holding the left button and turning the control, the volume of the left deck can be adjusted. Similarly the volume of the right deck can be adjusted by using the control knob with the right button pressed. Alternatively the pitch of the 2 decks could be adjusted in much the same manner.

PRO-53 XPRESS Again, the volume fader could be assigned to the control knob. By using the knob when the left button is pressed, a filter cut-off could be adjusted ort he resonance when holding the right button clicked.

Innumerable combinatins are possible use the AUDIO KONTROL 1 to access the transport controls and volume of your favourite sequencer or Winamp and iTunes.

Controller Features

Supports all MIDI and key commands

3 buttons with trigger (press/release), toggle (on/off) and modifier (see above) modes.

1 control knob with over 500 steps per revolution

Mapping software for easy assignment of parameters

Default assignments for many popular programs

Default set-ups included for the following applications

XPRESS KEYBOARDS

GUITAR COMBOS

TRAKTOR 3 LE

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