The nanokontrol is an inexpensive and compact usb control surface with 8 knobs, 8 short faders and a ton of buttons. First, download and install the driver software and the mapping software from korgs sit. I saw that the nanokontrol 2 manual had templates for various wellknown daws cubase, live, digital performer, pro tools, logicgarageband, and sonar but of course, not one for reaper. I need help i am using nk studio with pro tools 1920. The instructions to get the nanokontrol to work with cubase, which are no doubt a bit out of date, tell me to. Setting up nanokontrol sonar home recording articles. Korg nanokontrol2 slimline usb control surface, black ammoon easycontrol. Using the korg nanokontrol 2 part 02 in this tutorial by dave bode we will look at how to setup and use the korg nanokontrol 2 as a general controller in reaper, but these ideas will work with almost any modern daw. Additionally, with its slimline design, the nanokontrol2 is ultracompact and extremely portable so you can take. Download and install the korg kontrol editor from the korg website and open the mapping file designed for fl located in. Since there were a few glitches in the setup, i thought id share how i got it working and maybe save someone elses time. Some video editing applications such as adobe premiere support these. Linking cubase faders with korg nano kontrol youtube. I had been using a zoom r24 as a control surface for cubase but it stopped working so i got this.
I was a bit disappointed that several buttons were unassigned. The cheapest of any control surface on this list the korg nanokontrol2 squeezes 8 faders into an incredibly small device, which fits perfectly alongside your audio interface and other desktop gear. Korg nanokontrol2 setup with sonar x2 studio cakewalk. Korg nanokontrol2 not responding to fl studio imageline. Again, not sure what kind of beating it could take, ie. For nanokontrol2 sliderknob and nanokontrol2 ctrl, clear the include in all midi inputs check box.
Normally you would use it with cubase but with the right software you can make it control any application or your linking. Using the korg nanokontrol 2 with reaper the reaper blog. The slider controls parameter 1, and the knob parameter 2. I tell it to use mackie control and set my input and output to the nanokontrol2, but when i click apply, the input and output disappear. This tutorial should be largely the same for cubase 47on os x or windows although you may notice minor disparities. Korg nanokontrol 2 and cubase 9 for dummies please. Using a midi conrol surface with any application youtube. Im new in this forum and i wanted to ask you a question.
Follow these instructions to set up your nanokontrol 2 in cubase. I love my circuit, but changing synth parameters has always been a pain. All are usbpowered classcompliant midi devices, meaning that you just plug them in and off you go no need for drivers or external power. Korg nanokontrol2 slimline usb control surface, black. The nanokontrol2 works with the korg kontrol editor software available free on the korg website. This script is part of the bitwig studio installation. Sold by aproca direct and ships from amazon fulfillment. It worked in the past, i could move to the next 8 inserts with the track or marker buttons and use the sliders, pan, solo, mute and record buttons on those 8 inserts, so basically i could scroll through the whole mixer with the device and adjust all those sliders. What really makes this product stand out is the free korg m1 le software emulator, which does sound like the real thing. Korg nanokontrol2 with pro tools 10 creative cow s audio pro forum is dedicated to the discussion of issues related to audio design, production and engineering. Load it into your computer, and use it to make detailed customized settings.
Jai installe les derniers pilotes, maintenu set maker et rew en branchant. It is possibile that garageband logic proexpress cannot be controlled if the connection of the nanokontrol2 and computer is lost, or if the computer goes to sleep while running garagebandlogic. A little nice mapping, i used in home for mixing with headphones pro version 2. Korg nanokontrol2 usb midi control surface black dj city.
Cubase receives perfectly the midi signal but cant move any fader. Turn the nanokontrol 90 degrees and put it alongside your regular controller or mixer. Im having issues on setting the korg nanokontrol studio on cubase 9 to be used on assignable mode for changing the cc 1711 of kontakt tracks. Which daw software does the nanokontrol studio support. It fits perfectly in front of a laptop or desktop computer keyboard, and using a single usb cable offers impressive control while conserving valuable setup space. Hold down the set marker and play buttons while plugging in the usb cable from your computer open the device setting window in cubase and add mackie control select nanokontrol2 for the midi inout ports used by mackie control. Duplication of contents of owners manuals andor product literature in part or in whole without the permission of the company for the purposes of sharing, massproducing, posting online, or personal gain of any kind is prohibited by. Replied korg nanokontrol2 i cant seem to be able to set up the mackie control surface properly. Dont let its size fool you the korg nanokontrol is a powerful tool for handson mixing in your daw of choice. Downloads nanokontrol2 korg usbmidi driver korg usa. Device select screen here you can select the device korg midi controller that you want to edit. Ill keep on trying aswel and lets see if i can find out anything new. No special automatic mapping for knobs, faders and other buttons. I dont like using my computer when i dont have to, but the random knobs on the circuit dont do much for me.
Korgs original nanoseries kickstarted the supercompact midi controller concept in late 2008, and competitor akai responded with their slimline lpd8 and lpk25 units. All other input faders are fine and shift in groups of 8. The usbpowered nanokontrol sports nine faders and knobs to give you direct access to amplitude and other parameters, as well as 18 switches and a transport section. The nanokontrol2 from korg is an ultracompact and lowprofile controller that provides eight channels of control for numerous software titles, including major daw programs. Cookie banner by clicking accept, you consent to the use of cookies and other technologies to process your personal information in order to personalize and enhance your user experience, and get statistics of visits. A usb connection is useful when you are compatible software. Launch the korg kontrol editor, go into global settings, change for the daw software to pro tools drop down menu press write to write the info into the kontrol, once that is done close the editor, it will ask to save launch pro tools 3. Find answers to common questions, get help and ideas from other live users, or contact ableton support. Device definition for the korg nanokontrol2, and mappings for using it as an effects controller.
As you can see, its layout is so simple, you probably wont even need the manual. I have a nanokontrol 2 and i want to get it working with cubase 9 in windows 10. This unit is just a stage piece for me, used for live patch switching, but it should work well with daws. Im using a korg nanokontrol2 with mixbus in the midi mode. Transport, mixer and track selection can all be controlled from the hardware. Korg kontrol editor software the nanokontrol2 works with the korg kontrol editor software available free on the korg website. Korg nanokontrol2 usb midi control surface white dj city. Cubase, digital performer, garageband, live, planning to spend a lot of time using the nanokontrol studio with logic, pro tools, sonar, studio one. David bode has created an excellent tutorial on setting up the korg nanokontrol 2 with reaper over on the audiotuts site. All parameters look generic and korg nanokontrol does not need any kind of drivers to make it run. Just picked up a korg nanokontorl2 for portable transport and track control mouseless when im recording on the go with my lappy. While pressing and holding down set marker and rew buttons, connect the usb cable from your computer to the nanokontrol2. How to use the korg nanokontrol studio and nanokontrol2 with your mixpre duration.
Latest windows update has knocked out my korg nanokontrol2. The korg kontrol editor software also available from the korg website allows you to edit midi messages transmitted via each controller on the nanokey2. If i go to the device setup i cant find a way to configure it properly. I have never used a controller like this before having always drawn in cc curves in the past so i am pretty dim in this context. Replied korg nanokontrol2 sonar x3 general discussions. Korg now returns fire with the nanoseries 2, which comprises three units. After being irked by the lack of proper instructions the manual isnt the most helpful and contains a few errors for cubase, i decided to write this guide. After connecting the nanokontrol2, choose the cubase menu item devices device settings. Korg nanokontrol studio owners manual pdf download. Buy korg nanokontrol2 slimline usb control surface, black. Latest windows update has knocked out my korg nanokontrol2 by cs70. Hi all i just received a nanokontrol2 and set it up to work with sonar x2 studio. Korgs brilliant ios toyshop of synths and drum machines is definitely enhanced by the nanokontrol studio. Korg grants you, the original purchaser, the nonexclusive right to use the program and the data file constituting this software and the upgrade programs as well as the data files which may be distributed to you from time to time hereinafter referred to collectively as licensed program on associated korg products andor a single.
Korg nanokontrol2 usb midi device not connecting to windows 7, protools or reaper duration. The korg nanokontrol2 gives you a portable slimline usb midi mixer specifically designed for producers on the go. For example, the minimum and maximum values for each control change message can be specified. I cant control the on screen faders for the 8 mixbuses. Lapparence du controleur nanokontrol 2 a ete remise au gout du jour. I do music, not tomes but in this case ill take a wack at it as i found out this is a gizmo i needed all along. Duplication of contents of owners manuals andor product literature in part or in whole without the permission of the company for the purposes of sharing, massproducing, posting online, or personal gain of any kind is prohibited by law. Nanokontrol studio problem with cubase 9 gearslutz. Featuring 8 midicontrolled mixer channels that give you a handson approach to mixing your music.