Korg nanoKONTROL2 USB Controller

Write automation, record/play/stop transport, and more with this super-compact, super-affordable DAW controller! You get 8 sliders, 8 knobs and 24 buttons.

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Korg nanoKONTROL USB MIDI Controller

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Choose from 168 different MIDI controls with this super-compact, super-affordable controller from Korg.

Meet the most compact family of USB-MIDI controllers ever! Introducing the new Korg nanoSERIES USB powered slim-line controllers - so small you can put them on your workstation, in front of your laptop, on a recording console or anywhere else you need versatile control over your DAW, virtual instrument/effect or DJ software.

The Most Expansive Array of Controls For Its Size

The nanoKONTROL features a plethora of controllers to help you get the most control out of your software for the size and money. nanoKONTROL offers nine faders, nine knobs, 18 switches and a full transport section. For each of the four programmable scenes the nanoKONTROL offers, you can set the controllers any way you need them. That means that you can transmit a total of 168 different MIDI CC (Control Change) messages, as well as MIDI notes with the switches. The six transport buttons can each transmit either MIDI CC messages or MMC messages to control functions such as: start, stop, loop, or record on your DAW software.

Imagine taking full control of your software - transport, a full track's worth of faders, pans and mutes - or how about precise dedicated control over the many parameters of software synths, samplers or virtual drum machines. It's all possible with the nanoKONTROL.

To add to the nanoKONTROL's flexibility, an attack and decay time can be specified for the eighteen switches. This allows you to smoothly feed controller messages into parameters such as wet/dry levels for an effect, a read more filter for a synth, or a volume fader for that perfect fade.

By using the "KORG KONTROL Editor" (downloadable free of charge from the Korg website) you can customize the nanoKONTROL to your fit your control needs. It offers full access to the entire control surface for each of the four available scenes.

nanoSERIES

Despite their small size, all three controllers go HUGE when it comes to functionality, yet their intuitive layouts provide extremely easy operation for any user. The nanoKEY features a great-feeling 25-key velocity-sensitive keyboard that's ideal for song production. The keys can also be set to send MIDI control data, further expanding its power. The nanoPAD features 12 highly responsive trigger pads, also capable of sending both notes and MIDI control data, plus an X-Y pad with roll and flam functions giving you a unique interface for realistic drum programming. The nanoKONTROL offers nine faders, nine knobs and 18 switches plus a full transport section for expansive control; plus it features a note input mode to help you lay down your next big groove!

What's a Controller Without Software

Even if the Korg nanoSERIES controllers are your first foray into MIDI control, you can rest assured that you'll be able to get connected to software quickly. The nanoPAD comes complete with a download code for Toontrack's EZDrummer Lite, offering super-realistic, highly responsive drums in a convenient plug in, plus you can upgrade to the full version of EZDrummer for a special price. The nanoKONTROL includes a discount coupon for Ableton Live LE software. What's more; a free downloadable Editor/Librarian will help you create setups to suit your specific control needs in all three models.
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Specifications
Controllers:
- 9 knobs
- 9 sliders
- 18 buttons
- Transport buttons: REW/PLAY/FF/LOOP/STOP/REC; SCENE buttons (SCENE 1-4)
- Memory: 4 user scene memories
- Connections: mini-USB
- Power: USB bus power

Power Consumptions:
- USB bus power: less than 100 mA

Others:
- Dimensions: 320(W) x 82(D) x 29.5(H) mm/ 12.60"(W) x 3.23"(D) x 1.16"(H)
- Weight: 290g/ 0.64lbs.
- Accessories: USB cable

System Requirements
Macintosh:
- Supported OS: Mac OS X 10.3.9, or Mac OS X 10.4.7 or later
- Supported Computer: Apple Macintosh with USB port, satisfying the operating requirements of Mac OS X or Apple Macintosh with powerPC supported

Windows:
- Supported OS: Microsoft Windows XP SP2 or later, or Microsoft Windows Vista SP1
- Supported Computer: Computer with USB port, satisfying the operating requirements of Windows XP/ Vista (Intel USB chipset recommended)

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 631-390-6800
Web: https://www.korgusa.com/support

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (11 ratings)
Submitted June 11, 2009 by a customer from gmail.com

"The best $60 a Laptop DJ or Producer can spend! PERIOD!!!"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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I plan to buy another to add to my performance set up.
Sound
This is the best $60 a Laptop DJ or Producer can spend. This thing rocks, feels solid and despite small size is easy to use. The multiple (4) scenes make this thing remarkably extensible. I have had other midi controllers that cost much more and were less usable. Works great with Ableton Live and Traktor Pro.
Features
Layout is easy to use and parts do not feel cheap.
Ease of Use
Could not be simpler.
Quality
For $60 bucks it is unbeatable.
Value
UNBEATABLE!!!
Manufacturer Support
Not much to support but Korg has a nice editor available for download.
The Wow Factor
Laptop users MUST HAVE THIS!!! Mobile creativity at its finest.

Musical Background:

Working DJ and Part-time Audio Engineer and Producer.

Musical Style:

House
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