Komplete Kontrol A25 - Review and Demo

[@ry7hym]

why is this review so soothing

[@comradecat1859]

This was one of the best reviews I ever watched.

[@emiliodelbozo3155]

This video is edited so well.

[@y8music]

agreed

[@nyedamusic]

Thanks for playing through the sounds! Really helpful.

[@TobyRyan]

Of course! Appreciate you! Thanks 😊

[@oydeekoi8271]

SOLD!

[@gyanw9612]

Thanks ! Good overview.

[@somnathmusictattu]

Is A25 cubase integrated ? Please advice as I want to buy one very soon....Thank you....

[@TobyRyan]

Yes, Cubase is fully integrated and is a supported DAW for the A series Komplete Kontrol. You can verify that here and make sure it’s exactly what you’re needing. www.native-instruments.com/en/products/komplete/keyboards/komplete-kontrol-a25-a49-a61/ while I don’t use Cubase, I’ve seen it used in that DAW before. What you can expect, are fully mapped controls to host controls like Start, Stop, Record, Skip, and even more depending on your DAW and it’s unique features.

[@ivanvalentino8867]

At 1:47 ' Walk " - Pantera

[@michaltanay2315]

Which one is better this Komplete Kontrol A25 or Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32 ?

[@TobyRyan]

the main differences between them are: A25 has a few less keys, but a physical pitch and mod wheels. The M32 has pitch/mod touch strips instead, it’s slimmer, adds 7 more keys to the keybed and is more affordable. If it’s a choice between the two, decide on budget first and then if physical pitch/mod wheels are as important to you vs touch strips. You can’t go wrong with either options.

[@tamirmeirraz7522]

can i access all the Maschine features on the A25? especially the Locks mode

[@bennorris6060]

Can you play in one key, like a key lock with the A25?

[@joppelindberg]

Nice video! Do you know how long the included cable is?

[@TobyRyan]

that’s a very good question. It’s about 2 meters. I tested longer cables but sometimes ran into issues with NI hardware that doesn’t use an external power supply. I recommend using the included USB cable specifically for reliability. Here’s NI’s official source article about cables if you’re interested. support.native-instruments.com/hc/en-us/articles/210293725-Choosing-the-Correct-USB-Cable-for-Your-NI-Hardware-Device

[@joppelindberg]

Toby Ryan thanks!

[@metallpt147]

I have a question. How come my m32 doesn’t light up like yours? I’m pretty sure I set it up correctly but after it powers on and lights up, almost all the lights on the top left along with the top right turn off. Also in my daw I can’t control the play/record functions through the keyboard

[@claudiat6609]

Does it includes full free DAWs? Like logic or ableton?

[@TobyRyan]

It comes with Maschine Essentials. It’s very easy to learn DAW built more towards a workflow that helps with writing song ideas quickly. They have an optional higher tier that comes with more sounds. This version that comes with Komplete Kontrol is the full software with the tools, just not all the sound libraries and samples. It’s great with songwriting, arrangement, ideas, and beat making. Its biggest strike is recording live instruments and vocals. You can sample live audio, but it’s not centered around or designed for recording live instruments in a traditional sense like Logic or Ableton. If you’re needing tools for those purposes, such as vocals, I’d recommend either Logic or Ableton.

[@arexpressionsphoto]

Thank you for this! I wonder if you can help me solve an issue. I have Maschine Studio (not proficient yet), and just bought a NI Komplete Kontrol A61 to accompany it. Plugged it up, buttons all work fine, but I can’t get the keys to play. I know it’s got to be a simple setting within Maschine/software. I’ve tried everything I can think of within midi settings etc and cannot get keys to play for any of the A-H banks. The A61 and Maschine boxes are checked in the preferences. I think it’s a midi setting in each channel I’ve somehow gotten wrong. Any suggestions?

[@dode3332]

How do I add a filter and record through knobs and tempo

[@Lierrepourtoi]

wait im sorry, are all of the knobs mappable in ableton?

[@StillnessManifesto]

Thanks a lot, Ryan! Very cool presentation. My only question is... how good the keybed is? I'm interested in the A49 model, but I don't know how the keys compare with Arturia's KeyLab Essential 49. Can you give some feedback please?

[@TobyRyan]

When I tested them out at my local music store, a lot of the semi-weighted Fatar key beds and action felt surprisingly similar enough that I didn’t mind. I’m pretty invested in both Arturia and Native Instruments products now, so it was a difficult decision. The main reason I went with the Native Instruments keyboard is the NKS integration between software instruments and the keyboard. It did not seem like a big deal until I used it, adjusted knobs and realized how the tactile feeling of interacting with an instrument elevates the experience of songwriting. It’s pretty subjective, but I felt that alone made the biggest difference to me.

[@daniloprates]

3:58 what scale is that?

[@TobyRyan]

it's the E minor scale. It's surprisingly an easy scale to learn as it's only 1 flat/sharp note. If you really want to vibe it up, E harmonic minor is very similar to it and gives a splash of extra character.

[@daniloprates]

Thanks @@TobyRyan

[@MrIlogico]

komplete review

[@javierz.c.7518]

Is it Easy to use the keyboard w FL studio?

[@TobyRyan]

FL Studio, from what I’ve read is only supported inside the Komplete Kontrol VST plugin that comes with the keyboard. What that means is it won’t be able to do the Host Integration feature, (example: control the Start, Stop, Play, and Record with the hardware buttons.). Here’s the source for that information. If you’re curious, I’d recommend reading about it more and searching what other FL Studio users think. support.native-instruments.com/hc/en-us/community/posts/360003799438-Komplete-Kontrol-A25-with-Fl-Studio-20-en-us-

[@MediaMusik777]

mine came with screen scratched or there is a screen protector on it?

[@TobyRyan]

Come to think of it, mine had a small factory protective screen sticker on it. I usually leave those on as long as possible, however I took it off for the video. Now that you mentioned it, I checked and I do have a few light scratches on the screen. While I can’t see them with the screen on, knowing they’re there is kind of a bummer.

[@MediaMusik777]

@@TobyRyan yeah i took mine out the box factory sealed and have not taken off the protector but it has no tabs to pull up.. how did you pull it up?

[@TobyRyan]

I vaguely remember removing it amongst all of the other packaging paper and box. I remember thinking of getting a piece of tape to act as a better cover.

[@MediaMusik777]

@@TobyRyan weird how ni rep told me no

[@TobyRyan]

That is weird. It was a while ago so I could totally be imagining it. Then I think it’s pretty wild that it came with a scratch, ya know? That bothers me.

[@claudiat6609]

Wait so it comes with all the komplete plugins free??

[@TobyRyan]

Check this out, this shows everything included. www.native-instruments.com/en/products/komplete/keyboards/komplete-kontrol-a25-a49-a61/ it’s everything that comes with Komplete Kontrol keyboards. A bunch of really great sounds, tools and even Ableton Live “lite”. For me it was the best deal.

[@claudiat6609]

@@TobyRyan thanks!

[@jinu870]

No DRUM PADs ! That's inKomplete

[@TobyRyan]

That’s a fair point. There are lots of trade offs for each brand. Thats also what the Maschine is designed for - people that want drums pads. Arturia has a great keyboard that has both pads and keys if that’s what you’re into but then it doesn’t have the same software. Depends on your needs as an artist, the ecosystem of software you’re willing to move into and more importantly the one that inspires you most. Keep researching my dude! You’ll find what you need. ✌🏻

[@jinu870]

@@TobyRyan Thanks for the reply and for the great video. ! Can u compare between the following Impact LX25+,Novation launch key 25,novation impulse 25,Maudio code 25 I am planning to purchase one , but I am confused between these three. I need full size keys, dump pads, ptich and mod bend, knob controllers, sliders and little bit of portability.