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Brand | Korg |
Number of Keys | 1 |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Special Feature | Mute Controls |
Product Dimensions | 12.8"D x 3.27"W x 1.18"H |
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- Low-profile, multi-function control surface
- New track select and marker advance parameters
- Supports numerous software titles including major DAW programs
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Value for money | 4.1 | 3.9 | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.3 |
Quality of material | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.3 | 5.0 | 4.5 |
Portability | 4.8 | 4.5 | 4.8 | — | 4.5 |
For beginners | — | 4.5 | 3.4 | 4.1 | 4.3 |
Tech Support | — | 3.6 | 3.2 | 4.0 | 4.7 |
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connectivity tech | USB | USB | USB | USB | USB |
model year | 2017 | 2022 | 2023 | — | 2022 |
weight | 293 grams | 0.86 pounds | 810 grams | 1 kilograms | 1000 grams |
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Product information
Item Weight | 10.3 ounces |
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Product Dimensions | 12.8 x 3.27 x 1.18 inches |
ASIN | B004M8UZS8 |
Item model number | NANOKON2BK |
Batteries | 1 Unknown batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #1,058 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #4 in Computer Recording MIDI Controllers |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | April 25, 2011 |
Color Name | Black |
Compatible Devices | Laptop |
Connector Type | USB |
Hardware Interface | USB |
Musical Style | Electronic |
Number of Keyboard Keys | 1 |
Mixer Channel Quantity | 8 |
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N A body proportioned to fit perfectly in front of your laptop computer, The Nanokontrol2 provides eight channels of the controllers you need to control your music software. The Nanokontrol2 also features a dedicated transport control section. The buttons have been carefully selected to be useful with your software, ensuring simple and intuitive control. Many software titles – including major DAW programs – are supported, dramatically reducing the need to make complicated connection settings. A knob, fader, and three switches are provided for each of the eight channels, respectively assigned to pan, volume, and solo/mute/record. This arrangement is a real convenience when recording automation for multiple channels. There's also a marker button, making it easy to assign marks at important points in your song for more efficient recording and song production. When using a software synthesizer, you can assign parameters to the desired controllers for easy control. For example you could use the faders to control the ADSR of an envelope generator, and use the knobs to control the filter's cutoff frequency and resonance, etc. The Nanokontrol2 works with the "Kong KONTROL editor" Software – available free on the Kong website. Load it into your computer, and use it to make detailed customized settings. For example, the minimum and maximum values for each control change message can be specified. Just connect a single USB cable from your computer to the Nanokontrol2, and you've got a quick and portable music production system. Power and USB-MIDI data travels down the same wire for a clean, efficient workspace.
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Customers like the portability and smoothness of the audio midi controller. For example, they mention it's small and compact, and the actual size of the controls is nice. That said, they're satisfied with performance, ease of use, and value. Opinions are mixed on quality, keys, and buttons.
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Customers like the performance of the audio midi controller. They say it works well, is well suited to do an adequate job, and works perfectly once set up. The pads are super responsive and have 4 banks for plenty. The CC transmission works like a dream and is smooth as butter. It works great with Cubase and is dramatically better than using a mouse for the DAW functions.
"...it worked smooth as butter. The pan knobs feel really good and not cheap, the faders have a nice feel of resistance to them like mixing boards do...." Read more
"This product is fantastic and the only option for highly portable keyboarding practice!..." Read more
"...no dings scratches or banged up A+++.10. Works with VDJ 8-Pro. (so I am happy)11. Downloadable software to test out the pad...." Read more
"...At the end of the day, I think the nanoKey2 is well suited to do an adequate job across a variety of needs, ranging from simple monophonic passages,..." Read more
Customers find the audio midi controller easy to use. They mention it's simple, cheap, and high quality. The controls are easy to operate and intuitive. Some say that the drivers are easy install. Overall, most are satisfied with the ease of use and functionality of the product.
"...it was so easy to program, and i got it after seeing how it worked!..." Read more
"...new to this whole DAW, midi, keyboard business, and I needed something simple, cheap, and high quality to use with Garageband — this checked all the..." Read more
"...5. The pads can be configured on a per-pad basis, meaning some pads can send out note/velocity data, other pads can send out CCs..." Read more
"...At first I found the layout difficult to play in certain scales and chords, but then it slowly dawned on me that it was due to my incorrect..." Read more
Customers find the audio midi controller to be compact, light-weight, and portable. They say it's smaller than a USB computer keyboard and can be easily slipped into a laptop case. The actual size of the controls is nice, and it has transport functions. Overall, customers say it is a great midi control for traveling and tight spaces.
"...It has a decent weight to it, around 3/4 of a pound. It looks cool too during use in a session. The controls are very responsive with Reaper 3.76...." Read more
"...Pros:1. Small and compact. Works off USB with low consumption Power.2. Use's USB "A"-mini connection.3...." Read more
"...Since it's smaller than a USB computer keyboard, you can slip it into a laptop case with the USB Camera Connection kit and the (included) USB cable..." Read more
"I do give it a five star because of its portability, functions perfectly once set up...." Read more
Customers like the value of the audio midi controller. They mention it's very powerful for very little money, and the payoff is awesome.
"...In short, it is worth your 60 dollars, it has a sturdier build than the first version, it has a nice feel and good resistance on the faders and pan..." Read more
"...whole DAW, midi, keyboard business, and I needed something simple, cheap, and high quality to use with Garageband — this checked all the boxes...." Read more
"...It is a solid unit and the price was right, however, none of the pads have back lit LED's, So you really got to watch the screen to see whats..." Read more
"...And, best of all, it's extremely affordable and about as small and lightweight as you could expect...." Read more
Customers find the audio midi controller smooth. They say the X-Y controller is fun to play, and the faders offer a surprising level of control. Customers also say the controls are very responsive, and controlling their DAW with this control surface is a breeze.
"...It looks cool too during use in a session. The controls are very responsive with Reaper 3.76...." Read more
"...You can't ask for a more compact midi controller. The pitchbend was surprisingly fun considering you are using buttons versus a joystick...." Read more
"...-wise, the knobs and faders, although small, offer a surprising level of control...." Read more
"Perfect controller when you need to have various functions without using up a lot of space on your desk." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the audio midi controller. Some mention it's small and light, with a decent build quality, and ultimately works as expected. The device itself handles well, feels sturdy, and has survived two long. However, some say that it looks very fragile and has had no problems at all with it. The plastic seems to be less brittle but still more rigid than others. That said, some customers say that the hits would jump around and be generally unreliable, lifeless, and inconsistent. The sustain is kinda hard to reach when using 2 hands.
"...In short, it is worth your 60 dollars, it has a sturdier build than the first version, it has a nice feel and good resistance on the faders and pan..." Read more
"...midi, keyboard business, and I needed something simple, cheap, and high quality to use with Garageband — this checked all the boxes...." Read more
"...I could not make it do actual modulation, but this is not a deal breaker. It is a solid piece of hardware and the plastic is cool to the touch...." Read more
"...It is a solid unit and the price was right, however, none of the pads have back lit LED's, So you really got to watch the screen to see whats..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the buttons on the audio midi controller. Some mention that the buttons are medium on the touch and spongy, while others say that they are extremely soft to the touch, hard to feel when they are pressed, and a little squishy.
"...The buttons are velocity-sensitive, but they do not have any real travel or "spring" to them...." Read more
"...The cons i have is that the scene button from version one was removed, and instead is now a part of the Korg Kontrol Editor, a program you get from..." Read more
"...Light and portable, with lit octave buttons and sustain/pitch bend. The dynamic lit buttons were my favorite part about this keyboard...." Read more
"...6. It's lightweight but the rubber feet don't hold the NanoPad in place very well on some surfaces, like aluminum on a keyboard panel for instance...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the keys of the audio midi controller. Some mention that they feel nice, reminiscent of typing keys, and work as a regular keyboard. Others say that the keys are not pleasing to the touch, wobble easily, and are not that sensitive right out of the box.
"...They have mushy plastic keys that are prone to snapping off over time..." Read more
"...The keyboard is not a native instrument for me, and it felt sorta alien compared to the way I could tap out complex beats with my fingers on a table...." Read more
"...-The touch pad is a lot of fun for effect sliders, also pressing on it in the first place generates a mappable CC note so you can activate and slide..." Read more
"...Even so, you get what you pay for, and it does feel too much like a lightweight, cheap toy. But for me, it's a lot better than nothing, for now." Read more
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The pros to this unit is that it is definitely a step up in the construction and build quality of this unit compared to the version 1 of the NanoKontrol. The added transport functions are great , all the solo/mute/record arm buttons, as well as the transport buttons don't feel cheap at all, and feel solid which is a big surprise granted the cost of this unit (59.99 as of 7/3/2011). It has a decent weight to it, around 3/4 of a pound. It looks cool too during use in a session. The controls are very responsive with Reaper 3.76. I use this controller with it's Midi CC Message mode.
The cons i have is that the scene button from version one was removed, and instead is now a part of the Korg Kontrol Editor, a program you get from the Korg website after you purchase the unit, and this program allows you to set the functions and switches, from monetary press to toggle mode, as well as set the seperate midi channels (midi channels 1-16) to switch between 8 sets of tracks(per one of the 16 midi channels you can select in the Korg Kontrol Editor) you program the NanoKontrol 2 to use. In order to switch between the midi channels, you must open the Korg Kontrol Editor and write the scene to the NanoKontrol 2 for every time you need to swtich between midi channels in your daw. The Korg Kontrol Editor doesn't take too long to load to make the changes to your NanoKontrol 2, so it isn't a big deal but some might have preferred the scene button on the device itself. But it doesn't bother me much so i like it as is.
And if you have no idea how to program midi cc messages to your controller from your daw, it might frustrate a few folk who might see programming midi into a controller a bit frustrating at first. This was my first time ever programming any controller using midi cc messages from Reaper's built in Action Option window, and once i understood how it worked (took me from openeing the package and programming the actions for up to 24 tracks of faders/pan knobs/ solo,mute and record arm buttons, plus full transport controls took me about 2 hrs tops) it was so easy to program, and i got it after seeing how it worked!
The second con is the version 1 of NanoKontrol had 9 faders instead of version 2's 8 faders. I wish they would have kept the 9th fader, due to the fact that the 9th fader could have been used as the master volume track and that would've been great. But for what i paid for it, and for what it is worth, i have to truly say the cons aren't so great to me, that it makes me regret my purchase. Matter of fact i will say that this is the best 60.00 i spent on a cheaper piece of gear and i would totally buy another one, that is how great this daw controller is.
In short, it is worth your 60 dollars, it has a sturdier build than the first version, it has a nice feel and good resistance on the faders and pan knobs and all toggle switches feel durable and better quality than the cost of this unit. I would HIGHLY reccommend the NanoKontrol 2 usb/midi Daw controller for your home studio, and even pro studio use.
Just connect the USB cord, and you are ready to play with a smartphone, tablet, or computer without the need for any further power source connection!
I have been looking for a portable keyboard that I could use to practice anywhere: sitting on the couch, on airplane flights, waiting around somewhere, outdoors, etc.
I wanted something that would fit in my computer bag, and would with my mobile phone so I couldn't need to wrestle with the extra room needed for my laptop.
THE PROBLEM WITH MOST OTHER SMALL MIDI KEYBOARD CONTROLLERS
They have mushy plastic keys that are prone to snapping off over time (do a web search to see repair problems.
* I didn't want the frustration and cost of trying to fix or replace every few months.
* They also require powered USB connections; which, for some laptops and tablets, and any smartphones, requires an additional USB powered hub connected to an electrical outlet or battery pack.
I didn't want to have a snarl of wires and a third box to balance on my lap.
AWESOME REVOLUTIONARY KEYBOARD LAYOUT
If you aren't already fluent in playing scales and cords with correct fingering, this is a fantastic training aide.
At first I found the layout difficult to play in certain scales and chords, but then it slowly dawned on me that it was due to my incorrect fingering (e.g. trying to use my thumb to play black keys). When I tried using correct scale fingering, then problem solved!
[If you don't know the correct hand fingering to use for each scale, do a web search 'piano scale fingering'.]
Practicing with the nanoKEY, it will force me to break my bad lazy habits for melody lines, runs, riffs, and chord inversions.
THE KEYS ARE QUIET
I had seen some review comments that they keys were noisy and therefore would be distracting to others in quiet settings.
I decided to take the risk of ordering it anyways, and I am very glad that I did because I found that this is not the case.
People sitting next to me in normal ambient environments will not hear anything from the nonKEY2.
It is same noise level as my touch typing on a MacBook Air laptop computer- or quieter; it all depends on how aggressively or smoothly someone hits the keys.
If you like to bang away your keys, then yes, you will annoy others in very quite places. But really, do everyone around you a favor and just STOP IT ALREADY! Learn to play (and type) with finesse and skill instead.
TIPS FOR SUCCESS
* Understand that any midi devices may need some system setting adjustments on your smartphone, tablet, or computer. If you've never used a midi keyboard before with your device, it might not just plug-in and work right away until you enable midi via USB.
* Understand that the music software you want to use needs to be configured to use a midi connected keyboard. So you will need to check user the help and settings.
* If your music software device doesn't have a full-sized USB port, you will need to an adapter.
* When playing along with other software (e.g. Spotify, Worship Team, etc.), you may need to turn your midi music software instrument (ORG 2020, etc.) volumes to maximum.
WHAT'S MISSING?
* Foot pedal input for sustain
This would be important for actual two handed playing performances or recording, but not necessary for highly portable practice or composing.
To use a foot pedal would required another item to be transported and stable floor space to use it.
Instead, get and use a separate tabletop midi keyboard that has full size, velocity sensitive, weighted keys.
* Korg software bundles for Android
No specific software isn't needed to use the nanoKey, but many new-player potential customers may not realize that.
In the box is a license code that can be used for limited version of software for iPad/iPad, Windows, and Mac, but nothing for Android.
Korg is really missing a large market opportunity by not addressing and promoting to Android users.
MY SETUPS WITH nanoKEY2
* Smartphone: Motorola X4 running Android v9 + Android music apps (free versions of ORG 2020, Caustic, Perfect Piano, SymprezFM) + USB C adapter
* Laptop: MacBook Air + Garage Band
Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2019
Just connect the USB cord, and you are ready to play with a smartphone, tablet, or computer without the need for any further power source connection!
I have been looking for a portable keyboard that I could use to practice anywhere: sitting on the couch, on airplane flights, waiting around somewhere, outdoors, etc.
I wanted something that would fit in my computer bag, and would with my mobile phone so I couldn't need to wrestle with the extra room needed for my laptop.
THE PROBLEM WITH MOST OTHER SMALL MIDI KEYBOARD CONTROLLERS
They have mushy plastic keys that are prone to snapping off over time (do a web search to see repair problems.
* I didn't want the frustration and cost of trying to fix or replace every few months.
* They also require powered USB connections; which, for some laptops and tablets, and any smartphones, requires an additional USB powered hub connected to an electrical outlet or battery pack.
I didn't want to have a snarl of wires and a third box to balance on my lap.
AWESOME REVOLUTIONARY KEYBOARD LAYOUT
If you aren't already fluent in playing scales and cords with correct fingering, this is a fantastic training aide.
At first I found the layout difficult to play in certain scales and chords, but then it slowly dawned on me that it was due to my incorrect fingering (e.g. trying to use my thumb to play black keys). When I tried using correct scale fingering, then problem solved!
[If you don't know the correct hand fingering to use for each scale, do a web search 'piano scale fingering'.]
Practicing with the nanoKEY, it will force me to break my bad lazy habits for melody lines, runs, riffs, and chord inversions.
THE KEYS ARE QUIET
I had seen some review comments that they keys were noisy and therefore would be distracting to others in quiet settings.
I decided to take the risk of ordering it anyways, and I am very glad that I did because I found that this is not the case.
People sitting next to me in normal ambient environments will not hear anything from the nonKEY2.
It is same noise level as my touch typing on a MacBook Air laptop computer- or quieter; it all depends on how aggressively or smoothly someone hits the keys.
If you like to bang away your keys, then yes, you will annoy others in very quite places. But really, do everyone around you a favor and just STOP IT ALREADY! Learn to play (and type) with finesse and skill instead.
TIPS FOR SUCCESS
* Understand that any midi devices may need some system setting adjustments on your smartphone, tablet, or computer. If you've never used a midi keyboard before with your device, it might not just plug-in and work right away until you enable midi via USB.
* Understand that the music software you want to use needs to be configured to use a midi connected keyboard. So you will need to check user the help and settings.
* If your music software device doesn't have a full-sized USB port, you will need to an adapter.
* When playing along with other software (e.g. Spotify, Worship Team, etc.), you may need to turn your midi music software instrument (ORG 2020, etc.) volumes to maximum.
WHAT'S MISSING?
* Foot pedal input for sustain
This would be important for actual two handed playing performances or recording, but not necessary for highly portable practice or composing.
To use a foot pedal would required another item to be transported and stable floor space to use it.
Instead, get and use a separate tabletop midi keyboard that has full size, velocity sensitive, weighted keys.
* Korg software bundles for Android
No specific software isn't needed to use the nanoKey, but many new-player potential customers may not realize that.
In the box is a license code that can be used for limited version of software for iPad/iPad, Windows, and Mac, but nothing for Android.
Korg is really missing a large market opportunity by not addressing and promoting to Android users.
MY SETUPS WITH nanoKEY2
* Smartphone: Motorola X4 running Android v9 + Android music apps (free versions of ORG 2020, Caustic, Perfect Piano, SymprezFM) + USB C adapter
* Laptop: MacBook Air + Garage Band