KORG nanoKONTROL Studio - DAW control surface with 8 faders, 8 knobs, 32 buttons per channel, and Bluetooth LE/USB

KORG nanoKONTROL Studio - DAW control surface with 8 faders, 8 knobs, 32 buttons per channel, and Bluetooth LE/USB

The KORG nanoKONTROL Studio is a mobile control surface for DAWs and performance software that you can use via USB or wirelessly via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE-MIDI) . It packs 8 faders , 8 knobs , 32 buttons (Mute/Solo/Rec/Select, one per channel), and a full transport section with jog wheel , Track </> , Cycle , and Marker into a compact form factor. It features 5 scene memories for instantly switching between control templates, and dedicated modes for all major workstations (Mackie Control/HUI and dedicated Logic/GarageBand plug-in ). Powered by USB bus or 2 AAA batteries (approx. 10 hours of battery life), it’s a lightweight solution that fits in any backpack, ready to produce in the studio, classroom, or on the road.

Main features

• Channel control : 8 faders + 8 knobs + 4 buttons (Mute/Solo/Rec/Select) per channel.
• Transport and Navigation : Rew/Fwd/Stop/Play/Rec, Cycle , Track </>, Marker (Set/</>) and search jog wheel .
• 5 programmable scenes : save and recall assignments for different DAWs or plugins in one click.
• Dual connectivity : USB micro-B (class-compliant) and Bluetooth Low Energy MIDI for Mac/iOS, and Windows with KORG BLE-MIDI Driver .
• Ready-to-use DAW modes : Cubase, Live, Logic, GarageBand, Pro Tools (HUI), Digital Performer, SONAR, Studio One , among others.
• Advanced management from KORG KONTROL Editor : LED brightness and power saving, Bluetooth name, Auto Power-Off , use of the Scene button as Scrub , etc.
• True Portability : 278 × 160 × 33 mm and 459 g; powered by USB or 2×AAA (alkaline or Ni-MH).
• Includes : USB cable, KORG Software Bundle code and 2 AAA batteries (for verification).

Product benefits

• Less mouse, more music : mix, record, and navigate your session with physical controls and immediate visual feedback.
• Versatile Flow : Switch between 5 scenes to control different DAWs, synths, or effects racks.
• Go wireless when you need it : Connect via BLE-MIDI to iPad/iPhone or Mac; switch to USB for continuous syncing and power.
• Express Setup : Pre-configured DAW templates (Mackie Control/HUI) and plug-ins for Logic/GarageBand reduce setup time.

Use cases

• Production and mixing : Automate volumes and mutes with the faders; navigate with the jog wheel and select locators in seconds.
• Live/DJ : Control submixes, sends, and effects via Bluetooth on minimalist stages or iPad-powered sets.
• Education : Lightweight surface for production classes, compatible with most common DAWs.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How many scenes can I save? 5 scenes on the unit itself.
• Do I need a driver for Bluetooth on Windows? Yes, install the KORG BLE-MIDI Driver (USB does not require a proprietary driver).
• What is the battery life? Approximately 10 hours with alkaline batteries (factory conditions).
• Which DAWs are supported out of the box? Templates for Cubase, Live, Logic/GarageBand, Pro Tools (HUI), Digital Performer, SONAR, and Studio One .

Description for projects

KORG nanoKONTROL Studio surface: 8 faders, 8 knobs, 32 buttons (Mute/Solo/Rec/Select per channel), transport (Rew/Fwd/Stop/Play/Rec), Track </>, Cycle, Marker (Set/</>), jog wheel; 5 programmable scenes ; USB micro-B and Bluetooth Low Energy MIDI connection; USB or 2×AAA (alkaline/Ni-MH) power supply; approx. 10 h battery life; consumption < 500 mA; DAW compatibility (templates): Cubase, Digital Performer, GarageBand/Logic (plug-in), Live, Pro Tools (HUI), SONAR, Studio One; dimensions 278 × 160 × 33 mm ; weight 459 g ; includes USB cable and KORG Software Bundle code.