6 Months Later...Here’s Why I Still Love It! |Komplete Kontrol M32 Post Review!|

[@Johnmike]

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[@WEHAVETHISDREAM]

Hi! Quick question: do ALL the buttons light up, when you plug it in? Or only when pressed.

[@creatingbeauty5522]

I do appreciate it when people review products after they've had them awhile. It's sooooo helpful to know when someone likes something down the line.

[@RichLunaMusic]

Yup, like 100 years later, is it still going strong? haha

[@TheGreatMrKid]

I'm researching, starting out with MIDIs and I think this was the perfect review to get me started in the right direction. Thank you!!

[@Po1itica11yNcorrect]

Thank you for an HONEST review. So many times we are given a sales pitch disguised as a review. Subscribed for your honesty.

[@lndndr18]

Thank you so much for the long term review!

[@Nathanaelsun22]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALWAYS MENTIONING THE KEYBED FEEL, THATS EVERYTHING TO ME! LOL!!

[@HollisBrownHeLived]

Man, thank you so much! I bought this keyboard a year based on this review, and I still love it. The keys just feel SO nice. Keep up the awesome work!

[@Johnmike]

🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@aw7223]

Mine arrived yesterday, does not fit in my backpack with my laptop and mikro mk 3 but it does fit in a jd sports bag 🤷🏾‍♂️ that will do lol

[@dramado]

Thanks for this video, and all the others. One of my new favorite channels. I love these reviews that you do after having the gear for 6-12 months. You make a lot of sense and know what matters the most. Keep going strong, my man!

[@Johnmike]

Thanks and welcome to the channel!

[@sherwinS_13]

great review...you are the 2nd reviewer i viewed...and love what you had to say...6 months later...gotta grab one to pair with my MK3!

[@simonterlecki]

Thank you! Yours is the first review I've seen that mentions the feel of the keybed. I've been looking to replace my Akai LPK25 for my portable rig because it's been causing me more rage than productivity and was considering the M32 as a frontrunner and your review seals the deal. Thank you for actually talking about it in a useful way and not simply talking about the product bullet points that I can read on a spec sheet.

[@sennabullet]

Thank you for your honest thoughts on this keyboard. Very helpful!

[@geebee44]

I love it... Haven't had for that long. I tried the A25 and took it back... I own the AKAI mini MKII and the Advanced 49 and this is probably the perfect little controller. I have Maschine MK3 for pads and even Push 1. The DAW controls on this make it the business. If it were back-pack portable it would lose the extra keys, which you don't realize makes a difference until you have them...

[@AnthonyJones-zo7dy]

...Just got a M32... and actually love it... BTW I got a separate case specifically for it via Amazon... which works great. Usually play a baby grand and/or a Yamaha DGX650 to get my 88 key fix... However NI’s software packs are incredible especially if you link the M32 with a Micro Maschine MK3 you can get some amazing stuff laid down linked with Logic Pro X or Ableton Live Standard.... Keep the videos coming... love the format... and keeping it real! All the VERY BEST!

[@isaacyates5782]

I reckon with the mod and pitch strips they should add some LEDs behind it to represent the level its at. Might increase the price a bit but definitely worth it

[@TedShuttlesworthJr]

Just wanted to say congratulations on 20k subs! I watch you often. God bless you, my bro!

[@Johnmike]

Thanks so much!

[@noodlessoul8356]

I'm after this keyboard because of its quality, keybed, functionality and portability but I feel that not having one more octave is going to slow down my production workflow and inspiration. So I'm in the middle of M32 vs Midiplus X4 mini. What do you think, John? 1

[@Johnmike]

I really like the m32 but if you need another octave ...x4 might do you better.

[@keithsa41]

I stumbled upon your channel, love this review, good job!

[@bandybandy7485]

With all the lights and stuff companies put into these keyboards, you'd think they could make the mod wheele light up so you know where it is.

[@noodlessoul8356]

Midiplus x3 mini

[@scotdotwtf]

hey how did you get your keyboard to sound like that at 1:20? it sounds amazing! is that a vst or just something you can choose with the native software? i need to know that was beautiful 😭

[@thefunkfactory]

Great review John. Very thorough and answered all my questions. Thanks

[@JeffyG]

Love the keyboard but the Logic integration cuts in and out with the OSC driver for Mac. The DAW control is great, like the transport, encoders, jog wheel, etc. But I often have to unplug and replug the usb cable to get it to engage, too often

[@mbf6160]

Word on the street the new novation launch key mini mk3 is the new king of the mini midi boards

[@Johnmike]

It's pretty dope! I just dropped a review on it the other day!(kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJurnH-lqbmqbNE) I got a head to head Comparison coming between the two next!

[@pesto12601]

@@eye776 It doesn't "suck" - but you aren't going to play long songs on it... its just an interface so keep that in mind. For real playing - move up to the S49 or S61...

[@allenlevelle]

I love the M32! I can use the transport buttons with Reason, FL Studio, and Studio One 4. Good for my workflow!!!

[@babiiMiixniox]

allenlevelle are you able to use all the features on SO4 without having to use KK?

[@keith303]

it's an attractive product if you're looking for compact master keyboards with above average quality keybeds. but still, it could be so much better if they'd simply used the vacant space more efficient. why not move the encoders more to the top and place some pads and / or faders below it? why no pitch and no mod wheel when this is what probably everyone would expect for those controls? why not make the OLED twice as big when the chassis would allow it? i cant imagine that there would be no room for it inside the chassis. i guess the answer to all these questions would THE PRICE. ok NI, but then simply make it twice the price and plenty of people would still throw their dollars on you. a device like would still force me to buy a 2nd device to compensate for the missing functionality. and before i would buy a 2nd one, which defeats the whole small-footprint aspect, i'd rather buy a 49 key version, which offers all of the above... from ARTURIA !

[@MS7.7]

That's why the s49 exist but unfortunately it doesn't have pads. However, it has full control over maschine and komplete kontrol and some control on logic and ableton. I wish there was s32 with pads. Perfect companion for all purposes. I have MPK mini mk3 as well and it's the perfect companion except it doesn't have control or transport.

[@JeffyG]

Fits in my back-pack, just. Worth it for the 32 keys!

[@wayneburnett5098]

Aren't mod wheels "spring Loaded" so if you let go, it returns to center? That would make what you explained even a worse situation.

[@hevibeatss]

. I bought the keyboard a few days ago but Some buttons dont work for me (only knobs work and i can play) but no rec, loop, scale, stop etc.) I need some help I’m losing my mind :/ Is there a configuration i should do beforehand? I know its not integrated at all with fl but im trying on abletoN

[@markellicott7235]

I’ve just ordered one. I own Komplete Ultimate Collection, Arturia collection and a whole bunch of other software instruments, and I can’t believe I have never looked into Kontrol before. It is only now that I’ve seen the power of The Nexus 3 browser that I’ve finally woken up to Kontrol. Better late than never.

[@NicholasSchlesinger]

Useful, thanks for the review!

[@BAND-MAID-USA]

I don’t think it’s difficult to travel with at all. Fits in my bags fine. Also, I love the screen but agree a little bigger woulda been cool. I took a lens out of some $5 Walmart reading glass and mounted it above the screen. But the screen is VERY helpful imo. I don’t have to look up at my monitor ever. I don’t ever use the strips so I have no opinion on that at all. But I love this thing so much. Insane what you get for 130 bones.

[@Stomp_It]

Are you able to adjust the velocity on the keys? I love my M32 but only see where you can turn the velocity sensitivity on and off but no other adjustment.

[@johnong2655]

Is it suitable for live situations where track arming and track select is easily done?

[@Johnmike]

Yes I’ve used it for that before

[@samsidique8662]

I just got one. It’s actually awesome to work with. Keys dope simplicity and work a plus

[@michaltanay2315]

Please I would like need advice. Which one exactly name driver and Firmware Updater for Komplete Kontrol I can have download for my KOMPLETE KONTROL M32

[@rickdeaguiar-musicreflecti7692]

Nicely done review. Good job John :)

[@ThePhotomusicguy]

Do you use the M32 with the new M1 Mac? Do you (or anyone else reading this) have issues getting it to work with Logic Pro X and Big Sur?

[@user-tw5ek1gg8j]

I have had this keyboard for about the same time too I agree the softwares that come with it are great and its a great keyboard The fact that you have 32 keys as oppose to 25 I feel like it makes a difference The keys feel good to use as well The only thing for me is that I still haven't really got used to Maschine software to take advantage of that Hey, maybe one day I will learn it

[@briandress2448]

Hey man would like to know the VST you’re using for the sounds in this video when you play

[@michaelkonomos]

Really helpful. Very helpful to have a six month review.

[@ericcraig6602]

i Have One Of These & Would Like To Know Can i Connect This To An AKAi MPC ONE STAND ALONE ???

[@timstrel1]

Can I use a dongle and control my iOS apps with it? If not I’m just going to bring my IK 49 instead for this trip.

[@geebee44]

I took the LaunchKey MK3 back for this. That launchkey is just to bound to Abelton...

[@felipedemariscalone]

G Brown how’s your comparison between them?

[@geebee44]

@@felipedemariscalone Outside of them both having keyboards they are different devices and more importantly, they are meant to work better with specific apps (Native Instruments and Ableton). The size of the Launchkey (being smaller than the MPK2) I didn't like at all. Lack of transport buttons. I didn't work for me. If I were more of an Ableton user it may have. The M32 integrates better with more Daws, it has the transport controls, and it's size is a plus.

[@djdarlington1954]

I have the Komplete Kontrol M32 but have you tried the Arturia Microfreak. I love Microfreak’s sound but I just started with the sounds on this one. Would your get Micrifreak having this??

[@pedrwm]

Dude, you're a total life saver. Your reviews that I've watched have helped me a lot candidating the right keyboards. I was gonna get a very cheap one, but now I wanna get something better. Based on your videos, I've ended up with these models: Komplete Kontrol M32, Oxygen Pro Mini and AKAI MPK Mini MK3. I wanna use it in FL Studio and also train myself some casual music theory with it (not professionally obviously) and the concept of having a drumpad set sounds cool as hell to me as well. Which one do you think would be better for me? BTW I've never had any keyboards before. Thank you a lot!

[@pesto12601]

Really wish they came out with the M49 for $150..... need 49 keys to play on it.. but the S49 is HUGE and expensive.

[@guitarplayer7400]

They have A49. Less than S49 and is costs $150

[@pesto12601]

@@guitarplayer7400 A49 does not integrate with DAM like the M and S lines do...

[@willws2conceptsshephard]

@@pesto12601 yes it does

[@shaythomas817]

Starting a new hobby in producing music. Do you have some ideas on what product to start out with? Keyboard, maschine, etc. Just want to start releasing that energy.

[@Johnmike]

This is actually a good product to start with...it gives you a good amount of software and even Ableton Live to start producing with

[@JamesArthurs]

Thanks JM! Few quick questions about the M32 within Logic. Know you're a busy man so let me know if it'd be okay I ask, all good either way.

[@OrangeDynamo]

Dude, I’m sorry yo. I’ve been watching your vids for a while now and I JUST subscribed. That’s my bad, I honestly thought I subscribed a while back ago. Thanks for the videos my G, and keep it going! Stay real!

[@Johnmike]

Dope! Thanks for subbing!!

[@icontrolthespice]

lol same you just reminded me to sub

[@TheShyGuitarist9]

Awesome review. I recently got an m32 too (after seeing a ton of your reviews as well as research), and I'm loving it. I do like the lcd though. It's definitely small, but it gives you enough information to make it useful imo (only inside komplete kontrol though)

[@earl3736]

I have this thing for a just more than a year and now a couple of keys aren't working anymore.

[@emiliegutierrez240]

Great review! Do you know if this kind of keyboard is compatible for a talk box?

[@Johnmike]

I don’t think you can use it with one...there is no midi in or midi out...

[@Talentman18]

Can you transpose keys ?

[@beduinalbanczyk1853]

Is it working good with iPhone garage band ?

[@AlfonxB]

I owned the M32 for a couple of months... after this time i finally bought a used S25 because of the aftertouch and the huge great displays and i can control my external synth via midi cable. And i have real cursor buttons instead of the 4 way knob. I love my S25!!!

[@liltrboofficial4671]

Is this good for beginners I am visually impaired so I cannot read the screens I’m used to the buttons and switches on Mary controllers I know I have the KMPK 25

[@AlfonxB]

@@liltrboofficial4671 hm... the M32 was speaking to me so i had to turn this off. But i don't know if this feature is available on S25 ...

[@youngmilli5100]

Hey guys , do you know if I can buy any version of komplete kontrol ? Or do I need one to get the next , I really want to work with komplete , I just don’t want to spend my money on the wrong thing . Lmk please ! Thank you

[@Wedontwantnowarnomore]

I get it perfectly sliding down right into my IKEA backpack. No prob bro. I use this keyboard w. my Cubase12. Still I wish a 61 or 88 key bed. Do you have any suggestions that’s not clickedy-clackedy. Locking at Nectar. But it has these probs. Can’t stand all cheapy sounds from the keyboard it self, that means you have to have earphones on + playing laud. So maybe you have an idea about? I actually just watched one of your videos about Studio Logic SL88. Maybe that’s the trick? Thank you 🙏

[@Johnmike]

SL 88 is my all time favorite

[@Wedontwantnowarnomore]

@@Johnmike and that is the studio version I presume, because that’s the one you made the video about yeah? Many thanks 🙏

[@Kumar-kl4hi]

Which is better brother . A25 or M32 ?

[@Johnmike]

M32 imo

[@Kumar-kl4hi]

@@Johnmike" imo " means ???

[@Johnmike]

@@Kumar-kl4hi in my opinion

[@hoodstockreligiontv]

Scale and chord mode are not working. The velocity is very quiet so the natural playing is not possible. I use Maschine MK2 and the NI Maschine Software. Please help!

[@ParisHearn]

i have a delima , its me and the drummer;i have a second keyboard so i was thinking of just using it was the midi keyboard and run sythns and bass through, while using keys primarily for the main keyboard, we have a roland rd-300gx, or just use the main keyboard and run midi through it and use the midi apps as i need them, which would make more senses?

[@littomanser]

En parte gracias a este video decidí comprarlo, muchisimas gracias. Saludos desde Chile !

[@TerenceKearns]

Good review. I think the lack of proper mod and pitch wheel are a deal breaker for me personally

[@liltrboofficial4671]

I am a visually impaired musician and I was looking into getting a controller so I can use it with logic Pro X which native instruments keyboard is portable enough and has 25 or 32 keys

[@Johnmike]

This one or the A25

[@BigDogDaddyD]

Hey Lil Turbo. I too am visually impaired. And some would say also mentally limited, but I ignore them. Mostly just my ex-wife that says it. I have several electronic devices that have LCD screens that are difficult for me to read. For the past few years, I have been purchasing fresnel lenses of various sizes, and using various wires to mount them in convenient positions to make it easier for me to read the screens. And small LED lights attached also help as well. I have one on my M32, as well as several other pieces of equipment with small screens. It helps me.

[@liltrboofficial4671]

BigDogDaddyD I know I have the OK MPK 25

[@Stevie1da313]

I love this keyboard.. had it for over a year. But i wouldnt say i like the feel of the keys.. wish there was less resistance imo.. but overall i agree with everything you said

[@RobBastien]

John, what do you do with all those keyboards you review?

[@Johnmike]

Keep most of them...sell some...give the rest away

[@omija7]

Don't it need a connection with the audio interface? no latency?

[@Johnmike]

No it doesn’t...and latency is based on the software you are using

[@bonedog343]

How do you change velocity? For when playing with maschine?

[@Joseph-ot8rc]

does anybody know the exact height of the keyboard knobs included? every website reports it is 5cm but It's never specified if it includes the knobs. thanks!

[@jimmackayvlog]

I recently purchased this to integrate with komplete software on my mac. The price and portability sold me on it. I had been considering the S61 or S88, but this felt like a safer option. I've seen some harsh reviews on the high end native instruments boards.

[@unknown75332]

Hey, do you recommend it with the FL Studio, because i heard it goes better with Ableton Live

[@Johnmike]

Definitely works directly with Ableton...not sure what the total functionality of it will be in FL

[@juntaoy.o7357]

I have the m32 and it fits perfectly in my backpack for laptops and im a truck driver i set up shop anywhere

[@josiahbetweakin]

Do you use the komplete kontrol with FL Studio's?

[@juntaoy.o7357]

@@josiahbetweakin I use studio one

[@albert6222]

Hey would you recommend this or the MIDI plus x3 mini? I honestly wanted 37 Keys but in terms of keyboard feel, which is better?

[@Johnmike]

This

[@albert6222]

@@Johnmike hey, but for the M32 do you know how to transpose? I feel like I can only play in the key of C hah

[@arash5550]

hey john, can u help me out. im thinking about which one i should buy, Keystation Mini 32 or M32 ? i dont care about the knobs and buttons just the keys.

[@Johnmike]

M32 has the best feeling keys

[@arash5550]

@@Johnmike thank you so much !!!!!!!!

[@rosswalker1926]

Hey John Mike I am looking into the iRig Keys 2 have you ever used this board and if so did you did a review on it .

[@Johnmike]

Not yet...it’s on my list tho

[@michaela6393]

Thank you for this follow up video! Like you mentioned, I think these videos are very important as opinions change over time and especially after using something for a while and getting comfortable with it. In regards to the keybed, how would you say it compares to the Novation LaunchKey Mini MK3? I've got the LaunchKey and I like the functionality but the keys just feel flimsy and spongy. I know they won't be incredible on a scaled down controller but what are your thoughts been the two? The extra keys and already being engrained in the NI Ecosystem is a big draw. Also, are the keys slightly larger than on the LaunchKey? I watched your comparison video and I can't quite tell tell for sure but they look slightly larger though still smaller in general. Any help is appreciated!

[@Johnmike]

This blows the launchkey out of the water in terms of keybed...it’s the best feeling keybed I’ve put my hands on

[@OrangeDynamo]

John Mike even better than Arturia keys? Wow

[@joezazasin7]

Does it have transpose function?

[@junito1957]

the problem is not the keyboard is the back pack they need to change but maybe it time to buy a new bag mike one that fit that keyboard

[@trsfworld460]

What's the difference between maschine and mpc essentials? Thinking about which to go with.

[@Johnmike]

I tried MPC essentials years ago and didn’t like it...to me Maschine always wins

[@almas7123]

Hello I don’t like downloading software if I don’t have to so my question is do I have to download included software, if any, to be able to use it with GarageBand? I would only be using it to play virtual instruments.

[@Johnmike]

Yes

[@almas7123]

@@Johnmike Thanks John.

[@borcestevanoski9882]

What about the fact that the CCs are fixed?

[@beatz04]

Has been solved, at least when it comes to Ableton: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2eQgYVre9ehgKM

[@borcestevanoski9882]

I just want to say that I've been really looking forward to buying this controller as my first one (because I'm a beginner), but after I heard about the fixed CCs, it kinda took away my optimism about buying it. I still haven't bought any midi controller and can't decide between this one (as I heard it has the best keys among all small sized midis and half octave more is a plus for me), Arturia Minilab Mk2 (really good package, but I kinda really like to have the arpegiator option) and the Novation Launchkey Mk3 (which came out recently and judging by the features it has it's the best midi especially for Ableton. Sadly, it may not come so fast to my local store because I live in Macedonia)

[@metallpt147]

I’ve heard a couple things “wrong” with this keyboard. Apparently you can’t assign MIDI CCs and also that the velocity curve is super low. I read that you need to press super hard to get a high velocity on it but still never reaches the max 127. Is this true? False?

[@Johnmike]

You can edit the midi cc in the Komplete Kontrol software...and can’t remember every having velocity issues with it personally...

[@agafonovtimur85]

Hello. Can I use knobs above keys to control parameters in kontakt player? Not in NKS

[@Johnmike]

Yes you can

[@agafonovtimur85]

@@Johnmike Thank you

[@mlrd6622]

Thanks for this. I would recommend Magma backpacks.

[@kendriximafidon9714]

Mk32 or m-audio keystation 49 MK3 which would you suggest?

[@Johnmike]

Depends on if you want full-sized keys or not...can’t go wrong with either...M32 has a better software package

[@kendriximafidon9714]

@@Johnmike ok thanks, i will be gettin the m32 :)

[@tubeman1983]

is it rugged enough to just be thrown in a backpack and withstand being carried around? Thanks

[@Johnmike]

Yup...if your backpack is big enough...whenever I travel I take this with me normally in my carry-on

[@CARRYXIE星]

Everybody loves joy stick for synth solo and bass line I feel the same way as you

[@MrMcEvel]

Can you connect this to android phone?

[@Ellen-if8ys]

Do the knobs work in GarageBand and Logic Pro or does it only work for ableton lite?

[@Johnmike]

It works in all of them

[@MikeMackie]

Which would you recommend this one or the a49?

[@Johnmike]

Depends on your budget...I like and use them both..

[@mxo1210]

Just got mine for $90 bucks used lol

[@jesuslozoya307]

Same

[@charhamilton817]

@@jesuslozoya307 where???

[@jesuslozoya307]

Guitar center, used but they work great

[@djhalfcourtviolation7187]

Great review but what's with the shakey cam

[@Johnmike]

It’s actually the table and not the cam...cheap table from ikea

[@djhalfcourtviolation7187]

@@Johnmike oh... oh well how loose are the bolts

[@babiiMiixniox]

How is this in SO4, outside of KK as I would like to use the arp, scales and other feats too.

[@Johnmike]

Works great

[@javionferguson544]

This keyboard is ok from the way you are describing it the issue is traveling

[@AndersonBryan]

Yeah I am also disappointed that it couldn’t fit in a standard backpack. But it does work in a weekend/overnight travel bag like you said. Secondly, for the 50+ eyes like mine, need readers along with the bifocals to read the display😂. My Arturia MiniLab mkii fits easily in a small backpack, but the keys are not as good as M32. And the M32 flows better, though less encoders, for production workflow.

[@juntaoy.o7357]

Get you a laptop backpack from Amazon ... It will fit no problem

[@saadshah7857]

Does this integrate well with Pro Tools First?

[@Johnmike]

Should

[@saadshah7857]

@@Johnmike sounds good! Thanks!

[@MrFree-vj8qj]

Isnt this better than akai mini? I thought of getting komplete 12 start too

[@Johnmike]

Definitely better than the akai

[@RobR386]

I have the mpk mini 2 and the keys feel awful, how does this feel in comparison?

[@Johnmike]

10 times better!

[@RobR386]

John Mike awesome, ordered one, arriving tomorrow 😊

[@kriskapone2382]

I have a Dell Latitude 14" i5,4gb,2.53ghz,320gb hdd,windows 10..Is this midi controller good for it cause I'm interested in getting this one..thanks

[@Johnmike]

It works on windows as well

[@issiewizzie]

Does the m32 come with maschine software

[@Johnmike]

Yes

[@issiewizzie]

@@Johnmike sadly bought the Mikro however enjoying it ...

[@jeancremers]

thanks!