How to set-up Push 3 and Kontrol S88 mk3 for Ableton Live

Brifi777 · 2025-01-15T14:14:55+00:00

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Hello, I have been using my Push 3 for Ableton plugins and DAW control without any issues. I recently purchased a Kontrol S88 Mk3. For some reason, the Push stops functioning properly whenever I load up Komplete Kontrol or Kontakt on the new keyboard.

How do I get these two controllers to cooperate?

Thanks for any ideas!

Brian

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Brifi777

Hi Jeremy, In a desperate last ditch attempt to make this work, I tried my idea anyways. And it worked! Both controllers are much more stable now and are working great together.

For those who want to replicate my success, I simply bought a USB C charger wall wart to power the S88. I also bought a usb C to usb A converter and a new usb C cord. I plugged the the usb c out on the S88 into the usb A port on the Push 3.

Having both the Push 3 and the Kontakt working together has been extremely awesome.

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Jeremy_NI

Can you give more details on what is happening exactly? Please give us a step by step events leading to the issue.

How are your devices connected to the computer?

Have you followed the steps oulined in this article? How to Set Up a Kontrol Keyboard with Your DAW

Can you share screenshots of your MIDI settings in Ableton?

Brifi777

Hi Jeremy - Thanks for getting back to me. Apparently the fix to my issue was that I needed to ask this question on the forum. As soon as I created discussion, the two hardware pieces started to function as expected. I guess fear will keep them inline!

Have a nice day,

Brian

Brifi777

Hi Jeremy - I am still having some issues and I think I came up with an idea that I want to run by someone who may know more about the requirements to power and run the S88 MK3.

Can I plug the S88 MK3 directly into the Push 3's USB A port? I will need to buy an USB C to USB A adaptor. Do you know if this idea would work? I cam currently plugging both the Push 3 and S88 MK3 into my computer directly.

Thank you very much for your thoughts on this idea.

Brian

Jeremy_NI

https://community.native-instruments.com/discussion/comment/212398#Comment_212398

Hey Brian, I wouldn't recommend plugging the mk33 into the Push, it's definitely better to have both controllers connected directly to the computer or with a USB C hub.

More info on powering and connecting here: Kontrol S-Series MK3: Avoiding Connection Issues by Using the Right USB-C Hubs and Cables

Brifi777

Hi Jeremy, In a desperate last ditch attempt to make this work, I tried my idea anyways. And it worked! Both controllers are much more stable now and are working great together.

Having both the Push 3 and the Kontakt working together has been extremely awesome.

Jeremy_NI

https://community.native-instruments.com/discussion/comment/217169#Comment_217169

Thanks for sharing! This is useful info. Glad that you're able to enjoy both products in full swing.

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