Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S61 Mk3 specs

A 61-key controller built on a Fatar keybed with polyphonic aftertouch as standard - the only instrument in this set that states polyphonic aftertouch outright. Eight touch-sensitive knobs and a four-way push encoder handle software navigation, and the Play Assist tools cover arpeggiator, note repeat, scale and chord modes.

Brand: Native Instruments

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A Fatar semi-weighted keybed with polyphonic aftertouch as standard and Play Assist tools at $849.

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Statuscurrent
Keys61
Key action61 semi-weighted keys; An industry-leading keybed from Fatar with polyphonic aftertouch as standard
Aftertouchpolyphonic aftertouch as standard (type указан прямо: полифоническое)
Pads / fadersno (8 touch-sensitive control knobs, 4-directional push encoder)
SequencerPlay Assist tools like arpeggiator, note repeat, scale, and chord mode (в таблице: ✓ Scale/Chord/Arp)
Weight6 kg
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Strengths

  • Fatar keybed with polyphonic aftertouch as standard
  • 61 semi-weighted keys
  • Play Assist: arpeggiator, note repeat, scale and chord modes
  • 6 kg

Weaknesses

  • $849 - the most expensive dedicated controller here after the SL MkIII
  • No pads or faders
  • Software-first: much of its value depends on the NI ecosystem

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Spec source: www.native-instruments.com — verified 2026-10-10

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