Introducing the NKS Hardware Partner Program: Hands-on control of over
2,000 instruments with your favorite production tools

For the past decade, NKS (Native Kontrol Standard) has revolutionized modern music production by integrating hardware and software, enabling intuitive workflows, and creating a unified browsing experience.

Now, we’re making it easier than ever for you to explore new sounds on your favorite controllers with the NKS Hardware Partner Program. Whether you’re using hardware from Akai Professional, Novation, Nektar, Korg, or M-Audio, you can easily use the NKS ecosystem in your favorite keyboard controller – with over 2,000 NKS-compatible instruments from more than 250 brands at your fingertips.

NKS compatibility on your favorite keyboard controller

NKS compatibility will be offered on these keyboard controllers:

Akai Professional: NKS integration will support the MPK Mini Series (MPK Mini, MPK Mini Play, and MPK Mini Plus).

Novation: NKS enhances the Launchkey MK3 and MK4, FLkey, and SL MK3 controllers, complementing their seamless DAW integrations. This additional integration expands Novation’s streamlined workflows to more creators.

Nektar: The new velocity-sensitive Impact LX25+ brings intuitive NKS integration, offering producers an expanded creative workflow.

Korg: The advanced MIDI 2.0-compatible Keystage controllers bring enhanced flexibility and sound design options through NKS, catering to both studio producers and live performers.

M-Audio: The current-generation Oxygen Series keyboards will feature NKS compatibility, providing cutting-edge tools for studio and stage.

This is also exciting news for NKS developers – with access to a larger audience and an expanded ecosystem, your tools and plugins can seamlessly integrate with new hardware, inspiring even more innovation in music creation.

Get Komplete 15 Select for free

Plus, owners of any of the NKS-ready hardware will be eligible to receive our flagship production bundle, Komplete 15 Select, for free.

You can get the Komplete Select voucher code via our partner’s pages where they are distributing software licenses.

Komplete 15 Select enables you to create music effortlessly using a curated collection of high-quality instruments, effects, and samples, offering everything from rich synths and cinematic sounds to dynamic drum kits and creative tools.

You can choose from three editions tailored to your specific workflow:

• Beats Edition: Synths and sound packs ideal for pop, hip-hop, and R&B.
• Band Edition: Guitars, keys, and studio effects designed for songwriters and live performers.
• Electronic Edition: Advanced synths and tools for house, techno, and trance producers.

Bonus: New software for Akai Professional MPC users – coming soon

But wait, there’s more! We’re collaborating with Akai Professional to bring top-tier production tools to the MPC platform. Akai Pro MPC gives you powerful music making platforms to bring your creativity to life.

• Expansions: MPC Expansions have been custom made for MPC users, with everything reformatted to work seamlessly with your Akai hardware.
  • Faded Reels MPC Expansion
  • Lone Forest MPC Expansion
  • Global Shake MPC Expansion
  • Hazy Days MPC Expansion
  • Rare Vibrations MPC Expansion
• MPC Editions: Five MPC Editions instruments blend high-quality presets with intuitive controls, creating flavorful and distinctive sonic palettes tailored for a wide range of musical styles.

A selection of Expansions and MPC Play Series Editions will be available starting today at launch, with additional releases continuing through February.

Start using NKS on your favorite production tools

This new NKS integration not only gives you hands-on control without lengthy setups or distractions – it also paves the way for advanced features in future products, ensuring that you can stay focused on your creativity while seamlessly connecting your hardware and software.

And we’re not stopping there. We’re continuing to build on integrations such as Kontakt’s compatibility with Avid Pro Tools, creating a unified platform that inspires musicians across all genres and experience levels.

The NKS integration will be available to all partner brands in the coming months. You can sign up for updates and more details at native-instruments.com/nks.

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