KORG nanoKONTROL2 BLACK - Ultra-thin USB control surface for DAWs with 8 faders, 8 knobs, and transport

KORG nanoKONTROL2 BLACK - Ultra-thin USB control surface for DAWs with 8 faders, 8 knobs, and transport

The Korg nanoKONTROL2 BLACK is a compact MIDI control surface designed to fluidly manage your digital audio workstation. In an ultra-thin and lightweight format, it integrates 8 channels with fader , potentiometer and three buttons per channel (REC, MUTE, SOLO), as well as a dedicated transport section (CYCLE, REW, FF, STOP, PLAY, REC) and buttons for track selection and markers . It is USB bus powered (< 100 mA consumption) via a mini-USB connector and offers immediate integration with all major DAWs.

It includes DAW-specific operating modes (Mackie Control/HUI, etc.) and a fully assignable CC mode via the KORG KONTROL Editor , allowing you to map every fader, knob, and button to your preferred parameters. Its slim design ( 325 × 83 × 30 mm , 293 g ) fits comfortably in front of your laptop, and the convenient control layout allows for mouse-free automation, navigation, and mixing.

Main features

• 8 full channels : fader, potentiometer (pan/control) and 3 buttons (REC/MUTE/SOLO) per channel.
• Dedicated transport : CYCLE, REW, FF, STOP, PLAY, REC; TRACK and MARKER for navigation.
• Modes : Templates for popular DAWs (Mackie Control/HUI) and CC mode assignable via KORG KONTROL Editor.
• Wide compatibility : Works with Pro Tools, Logic, GarageBand, Cubase, Ableton Live, Digital Performer, SONAR and others.
• Connection/Power : mini-USB, bus-powered (< 100 mA).
• Ultra-compact format : 325 × 83 × 30 mm; 293 g ; black.

Product benefits

• Instant workflow : Automate levels, pans, and track states at the touch of a button, without shortcuts or menus.
• Quick integration with your DAW : Preconfigured modes reduce setup; in CC mode, you can create custom mappings.
• True portability : USB powered and compact enough for mobile studios, classrooms and live performances.
• Editing productivity : TRACK and MARKER buttons to navigate through long sessions efficiently.

Use cases

• DAW mixing : tactile control of faders, pans, mutes and automation.
• Production and live : transport triggering and effects manipulation via MIDI mappings (CC mode).
• Education : Learn automation and MIDI control with an accessible and robust surface.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it need external power? No. It's powered by a USB bus with a consumption of less than 100 mA.

How do I customize it? With KORG KONTROL Editor, you can assign Control Change to faders, knobs, and buttons, or use preset DAW modes .

Is it compatible with my DAW? Yes. It's compatible with most common DAWs and also works with any software that receives standard MIDI messages.

Description for projects

Korg nanoKONTROL2 BLACK USB MIDI control surface; controllers: 8 knobs , 8 faders , 24 buttons ; transport: REW/FF/STOP/PLAY/REC, CYCLE; TRACK and MARKER functions; modes: DAW (Mackie Control/HUI, etc.) and assignable CC mode ; mini-USB connection; USB bus power ( <100 mA ); dimensions 325 × 83 × 30 mm ; weight 293 g ; includes USB cable; OS compatibility: macOS 10.8 or later and Windows 7 SP1 or later.