Native Instruments Audio Kontrol 1 USB Interface

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.

Features:

- High-quality, portable audio interface with sturdy aluminium casing
- 24-bit / 192 KHz quality, high end Cirrus Logic A/D, D/A converters and 103 dB-A SNR
- 2 balanced inputs: 1 line/mic (XLR/1/4 in. TRS Neutrik, phantom power supplied) and 1 line/HiZ (TRS); individual gain controls with acitvity and clip LEDs
- 4 balanced outputs (1/4 in. TRS ) with 2 stereo level controls
- Headphone output with A/B source switching and level control
- Direct monitoring with mono switch and mix control
- Low latency ASIO/Core Audio driver
- USB 2 bus powered, MIDI I/O
- 3 freely-assignable buttons and 1 controller knob. MIDI and key commands support for control of professional audio software and other media applications such as iTunes, Winamp or Final Cut Pro

Included Software

New York Concert Grand
This instrument represents the Big Apple's most popular contemporary concert grand. Adapted from Native Instruments' legendary AKOUSTIK PIANO software, this recording captures a particularly special three-year-old piano in excellent condition. Indistinguishable from the original in expression and authenticity, this KOMPLETE Instrument belongs to an elite club of outstanding re-creations.

Cubase LE 5
Cubase(R) LE 5 is a powerful music workstation combining audio and MIDI recording, editing and mixing in a single, integrated software package. Based on the same technologies as Steinberg's award-winning advanced music production system Cubase(R) 5, Cubase(R) LE 5 is the perfect entry ticket into the world of computer-based music production.

Guitar Rig 4 Essential
This software is the direct route to your perfect custom tone. Equipped with a versatile selection of eight classic and contemporary amps, 27 effects and 19 cabinets from the ingenious GUITAR RIG 4 software, the ESSENTIAL version puts a world of studio-quality sounds at your fingertips.

Thanks to the Hi-Z TRS input, all you need is your guitar or bass, a computer and the AUDIO KONTROL 1. Just plug in and rock.

Traktor LE
TRAKTOR LE makes it easy to mix your digital music files on Mac or PC. This convenient DJ software, based on the latest version of the award-winning TRAKTOR PRO, offers two playback decks, a 2-channel mixer, and a host of forward-thinking features and effects.

AUDIO KONTROL 1 sports four balanced outputs: both a monitor and a main mix signal as well as a headphone output with A/B source switching makes it the ideal solution for DJs.

$30 e-Voucher Included
Along with all this fantastic software, a $30/25 [euro] e-voucher* is also included with AUDIO KONTROL 1, valid when you purchase additional KOMPLETE Instruments & Effects.

*The e-voucher will be sent to your registered email address within 24 hours after hardware registration and is valid for three months. More info about the e-voucher...

Cubase is a registered trademark of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.

The individual components of AUDIO KONTROL 1, (e.g. the included software packages), are subject to licenses and may not be sold separately.

Same Day Music is an authorized dealer of Native Instruments products.

Import and Compatibility
ASIO, Core Audio, DirectSound

System Requirements
- Mac OSX 10.4.x, G4 1.4 GHz, 512 MB RAM
- Win XP, Pentium / Athlon 1.4 GHz, 512 MB RAM
- Windows systems must have Service Pack 2 installed.
- USB 2.0 Interface

*Guitar Combos and Traktor 3 LE require registration/activation.

Same Day Music is an authorized dealer of Native Instruments products.

High-quality 24-bit, 192kHz USB 2.0 interface@XLR/TRS mic/line and TRS line/instrument inputs@4 TRS outputs with 2 stereo level controls@Assignable controller knob and 3 assignable buttons@Direct monitoring with mono switch and mix control@MIDI I/O@Includes Traktor 3 LE, Guitar Combos, and Xpress Keyboards for Mac and PC

Same Day Music is an authorized dealer of Native Instruments products.

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