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Questions regarding Komplete Audio 6 MK2
Hi, I am a Komplete Audio 6 MK1 user here. While there are no major problems with it as such and I still love it, I am planning to upgrade my audio interface and I had MK2 in consideration. Could anyone please help to answer the questions below? Is Komplete Audio 6 MK2 discontinued and will no longer be stocked/available?…
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Komplete Audio 6 Mk2 and Windows 11
I saw on the compatibility page that the Komplete Audio 6 Mk2 is compatible with Windows 11, but there are no drivers for Windows 11 on the drivers page. I was considering upgrading to Windows 11, but this put that on hold. Can anyone let me know if there are windows 11 drivers, or if they just install from windows update?
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AUDIO PROBLEMS WITH WINDOWS 11
Happy new year, Since the upgrade from windows 10 to windows 11 i have audio issues. i contacted windows support and they told me that i need drivers for my kontrol audio 6 card that are compatible with windows 11! in NI website it says kontrol audio 6 is compatible. What is going on? if realtek audio card is on kontrol…
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Komplete Audio 6 MK2 - Windows 11 issues with audio playback (distortion, bit-crushing)
I got my Komplete Audio 6 MK2 years ago and used it with a Windows 10 laptop for years, without any audio issues. I currently upgraded to a Lenovo T16 Gen2 Thinkpad (21HH) running Windows 11 Pro, and I've started having issues with audio playback. The interface is directly connected to my laptop via USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 port.…
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KOMPLETE AUDIO 6 3/4 INPUTS
Hi guys, I just recently bought this new interface mkii, so im kind of curious if someone has managed to use the 3/4 inputs with instruments (guitars, synths) correctly. Since these inputs were desgined to work with balanced signals, i think it will need a DI BOX to operate correctly? But the fact is most DI boxes outputs…
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Komplete Audio 6 MK2 is faulty. Warranty service is appalling.
Ever since I bougth a brand new Komplete Audio 6 MK2 it has had a specific problem with the headphones output. After running the interface as an external audio device for Windows apps, the headphones output sound would get all of a sudden metallic and distorted with high freq distortion noise and would stay corrupted until…
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Add direct monitoring through speakers on Komplete Audio 6 mk2?
I have bought this interface a while ago and it's been baffling me ever since I hooked it up why on Earth did you disabled direct monitoring through speakers?! This design decision is really wrong in my opinion and I think all users would welcome the possibility to hear raw input signal through the speakers too and not…
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Komplete Audio 6 Mk. 2 - can inputs be changed to mono in Windows?
Hi, I tried searching the forum and the internet, but to no avail. I have encountered a very common issue with audio interfaces, that my XLR microphone input is only recorded on the left channel. The usual fix would be to change the input settings to mono instead of 2 channels, but it seems that the Komplete Audio 6 Mk. 2…
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how to get Kontakt or Logic to receive MIDI input from the Komplete Audio 6.
Hi! I'm a new Audio 6 owner. I was hoping to connect my MIDI keyboard to the Audio 6, and that the Audio 6 would send MIDI data to my Mac via the USB connection: MIDIController--MIDICable-->Audio6--USBCable-->Mac I can't figure out how to get Kontakt or Logic to receive MIDI input from the Audio 6. Is the Audio 6 supposed…
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Komplete Audio 6 MKII giving a mono sound in headphones
Hi, Today I've noticed that my KA 6 MKII is giving me trouble by playing the sound from the headphones in mono. I've checked and checked again with different sources (Ableton DAW, Mac native sounds and system sound), I swapped the outputs, restarted the computer, NO LUCK, the sound in the headphones is stuck in the middle,…
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Cue functionality with Komplete Audio 6...?
The question is, can the KA6 be configured to hear a cue track in Ableton 11? The aim is to hear the metronome in one channel only, or be able to cue in a track that the audience can not hear. I have experimented with different outputs to Cue Out and Master Out in Ableton's master track mixer, along with different switch…
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Komplete Audio input interfaces, producing pops and clicks...
This is a specific discussion for those who have or have had this annoying problem. I would like for those who have, to check what they have done, and take a survey of what circumstances this problem rears its ugly head,in their specific case. I noticed pops that sound like a bad LP record, randomly happening, when…
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Problem Komplete Audio 6 driver installation
Hello everyone. I have a strange problem. I make install drivers for Komplete Audio 6 on my new PC Windows 10. Drivers was download from NI Support site. Windows says: can't install this drivers. I used all possible variations: under administrator and user role, auto search drivers on PC and manual selection. No result.…
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M1 traktor obs blackhole connectivity
Hi all, Like many other people I would like to go live streaming. For the last few days I am trying to sort this out without success. I know that this issue has been mentioned quite a few times before and I have read many posts but there are details on my settings that I haven't found. System: M1 MacBook Air (Monterey)…
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Tips: Fix for getting input 3/4 audio to Main Output - Komplete Audio 6
Hi, I was having an issue with getting the sound of my 3/4 inputs to go out of the Main Output 1/2. Found a fix for anyone looking to be able to hear say a synth, etc. they may have routed into 3/4 inputs. You don't need to go through these loopholes of having to have your DAW open and doing routing like some others have…
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Komplete Audio 6 doesn't start automatically
Whenever I start my PC, my Komplete Audio 6 doesn't start automatically. I have to take out the USB cord and plug it back in every time. What is the problem?
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How to get Kontakt 7 within Logic to receive MIDI input from the Komplete Audio 6.
A while back, I asked "how to get Kontakt or Logic to receive MIDI input from the Komplete Audio 6". That was with the old version of Kontact. I got it working, thanks to help from @Blindeddie. (Thanks again!) I installed Kontact 7 since then, and I just realized I haven't been using it - my Logic projects all use the old…
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Komplete Audio 6 (MkI in this case) and the Mac Keyboard
Hi All I have just installed a new system: Mac Studio M2 Max / OS 13.5 (Ventura) / running Logic 10.7.8. To my amazement - and horror - it appears I now have no access to the Komplete Audio 6 output volume via the Mac's keyboard (F10 / F11). Can anyone confirm this troubling news? If this is indeed the case then it's a…
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Komplete Audio 6 MK2 doesn't output sound via Studio display
There is no sound when audio from a laptop (recording instruments works) is sent to Komplete Audio 6 MK2 and connected via Apple Studio display. It does work when I connect directly to macbook, or even if I connect to a USB hub. I have also tried connecting Komplete Audio to a powered USB hub and then to Apple display, but…
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Komplete audio 6 annoying noises
Hey all, hoping for some help, I use komplete audio 6 with logic, I record guitar and vocals mainly with a bit of machine in there also, I’ve noticed that after about 30 mins of use I start to hear crackles and pops when I sing or strum, then it gets progressively worse over the next minute. I then have to disconnect the…
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Komplete Audio 6 & Apple Silicon M2 Max
When will Komplete Audio 6 support Apple Silicon M2 Max?
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No support for outputs 3,4 Komplete Audio 6
I am unable to get any info from Native Instruments or online for the lack of signal from outputs 3 and 4 from my brand new komplete Audio 6 bought less than two weeks ago. Taking it back to the shop for a refund now. The shop said try opening a mastertrack in Cubase. Oh yeh, whatever that means. Furious. Just thought I'd…
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Komplete Audio 6 MK2 - Monitor/cue on Ch. 3/4
Haven't been able to monitor cue on channel 3/4, just on the main ones 1/2, is it even possible to do that? so that I can have the cue on my headphones and not coming out of the speakers?
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Komplete Audio 6 MK2 - No WDM driver for windows Sounds?
Just upgraded to the Komplete Audio 6 MK2 from the Komplete Audio 6 MK1 The MK 1 had multi driver support, as in, when the asio is in use with your DAW the windows audio i.e. Playing YouTube would still come through using WDM driver. so no need to check that both DAW and windows audio are at the same Bit rate 44.1k vs 48k…
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Can I setup Komplete Audio 6 like Audio 2 DJ?
All I really need is Audio 2 DJ, but what I have is a Komplete Audio 6 (original version). I just want to connect my Kontrol X1 to my laptop, run my laptop out to soundcard then via two separate stereo channels to my external DJ mixer. It would seem like this should be easy, perhaps it is, but I've been search all of the…
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Komplete Audio 6 mkII disconnect issue (PC)
I use Komplete Audio 6 mkII on Windows 10 and MacOS. The problem that i met is on Windows only, there's no such an issue on my Macbook Air M1. When i turn on my PC and playing some audio or video on Youtube, KA6 mkII doesn't produce any sound. At this point, YouTube shows a download ring icon on the video, such as happens…
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Firmware issues - hardware not recognized
I trying to get my firmware to be recognize my hardware but my audio is fine as you can see ,but my komplete kontrol Mk2 and Machine mk3 is not being seen. The serial # or installed firmware is not being recognized . How can i fix this , I,m working with Catilina Os. If you have any suggestions I,m open ears. I can use the…
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Komplete Audio 6 inputs and outputs, balanced or unbalanced?
Hi there, I'm considering buying a NI Komplete Audio 6, but having trouble finding information on whether the line inputs and outputs are balanced or unbalanced. Inputs 1 & 2 are multi inputs, (XLR & 1/4" jack), if I use a TRS cable for the 1/4" jack inputs on the front for a line input, are they balanced or unbalanced? Do…
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Komplete Audio 6 Midi problem
MIDI PROBLEM I have a Komplete audio 6 audio card. When I connect my keyboard (Kawai CL 36) via midi (yes i connect it the right way) the card lights up green but I have no midi signal. Any idea what the problem is?
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Routing sound on the KA6 mk2
Can I route the sound coming from my DJ equipment to input 3 & 4 to come out my main out 1 & 2 without having to open any program like I used to do on the Komplete Audio 6 mk1?
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Komplete Audio 2 w/ Traktor?
Hi all, I'm trying to put together my new setup and have some questions. I was previously using an MK1 Audio 4 and Kontrol X1 and routing into external mixers; when I upgraded my MacBook and went to the new OS, both of those pieces of hardware were bricked. I really am not a fan of internal mixing and items like the S4, so…
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Irig acoustic to komplete audio6
Hope I’m in the correct place. First time I’ve been here. I have komplete audio 6 connected to a Mac mini hoping to use with electronic guitar and maybe GarageBand and/or guitar rig. Also have an acoustic guitar so I have ordered Irig acoustic and assume that I can plug into the audio 6 with an adapter and use with the Mac…
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Does Komplete Audio 1 work well on Windows 8.1 64 bit
Hi , I’m going to buy Komplete Audio 1 audio interface .I’ve searched about it’s compatibility and just saw the driver of the Komplete Audio 1 works on Windows 10 but I am using Windows 8.1 64 bit so here is the question does Komplete Audio 1 and it’s driver work well on Windows 8.1 64 bit ?
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KA6 with Traktor s4 pluged in. No sound through headphones for cueing? What I'm I missing??
So, I've just picked up a KA6 for a decent price. Pluged it in, I'm using Windows. Pluged In Traktor S4, got sound through monitors. No sound through headphones, so can't cue the next track. Have I not set something up correctly in preferences? Any Ideas 🤷
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I can hear FL Studio via audio interface, but can't record those sounds in Audacity/OBS
I am using a Komplete Audio 6 Mk2 with the Komplete Audio ASIO Driver on FL Studio to play real-time via a midi keyboard. I have my headphones plugged into Output 1/2 on my audio interface and can hear the output from FL Studio perfectly fine (I press a key, and the subsequent sound from the DAW is played). My problem,…
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KA6MK2 - Amplifier connection
Hello, I apologize for my bad English but I have a question to ask: I would like to connect my komplete audio 6 to an amplifier, what is the correct procedure? Thanks to those who can answer me.
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PC doesn't recognize Komplete Audio 6 MK2
Hi I have Audio 6 but when I connect to the pc it does not recognise it. I have the drivers already tried in other usb ports and nothing. Traktor pro says to plug on the interface. Can someone help me?
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Audio output Routing with KOMPLETE AUDIO 6
What is the proper output routing in order to monitor when using TRAKTOR PRO 3 and KOMPLETE AUDIO 6 mk2? I'm having a difficult time figuring this out. The master out works fine. I'm using a M1 Mac Monterey. No external mixer, powered monitors.
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Panning not working through headphones output (Cubase 11 Pro)
Hi, I´ve been working on the postproduction of a shortfilm when I realized the panning isn´t notable trough the headphones output on my Komplete Audio 6 MKII. It is notable, though, through the outputs 1/2 to which I have my speakers connected. But with my headphones, through headphone output 1, there only seems to be a…
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Komplete Audio 6 Mk2 Gain Meters and Levels problems
When tracking e-bass, I try to adjust the gain level on the KA6 Mk2 but I need to lower the gain on the KA6 Mk2 quite a lot. It needs to be set to almost no gain (or or the knob may be turned by no more than one quarter), else I clip and there is no signal anymore. In Studio One I have a strong signal but on the interface,…
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No Synth Sound over monitor boxes with komplete audio 6 - except for headphones...
Hi, Community, I'm new to this forum and hope I can get some hint about cable setups for my little recording studio I'm a advanced beginner.. I have the following problem and can't get a solution while searching for more than an hour... Perhaps sb here is able to help me out - here is the problem: I put a behringer…
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B550 Aorus elite v2 latency issue
Hi there, Was just wondering if someone could possibly give me some advice? Basically I've just built a new PC with the follow spec. B550 Aorus elite v2 motherboard, Ryzen 7 5800x CPU and 32GB ram. I've now installed Traktor Pro 3 and I'm playing through scratch control with a Kontrol X1 and Xone92. Everything is playing…
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Traktor Kontrol X1 (The first) is working on Windows11 with a new Audio 6 ?
Hi everyone I would like to know if this X1 that I got will work on Windows 11 with a new Audio 6? To know if I need to buy the X1 MK2 ? I'm currently on windows 7 and it's time to make an upgrade ! Thanks for your help ;)
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NI Komplete Audio 6 Mk2 - having to set buffer to 2048!
I have just returned to making music after a 12 year break... and got everything all updated and bought a new Komplete Audio 6 Mk2. The problem is, I am having to set my buffer in both Ableton and Audition to the max at 2048 sometimes or else I get crazy glitching/stuttering. I know my MacBook Pro is "old," (Mid 2015), but…
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Tips: If your Audio 6 MK2 starts "knocking"...
Hi gang! Editorial This is an utterly dumb story but whatever, I figured I'd share anyway because I hope it might be able to help out some random reader. Within the world of Unix, and basically ICT in general, there's a golden saying: "If it isn't broke, don't fix it!", a philosophy I usually follow. To a certain degree of…
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Komplete Audio 6 Mk2 - is always on ok?
Hey NI community, 👋 The devil's in details with this one.. I recently bought a Caldigit Element Hub for my home studio setup, to make the job of managing all of my USB/midi devices just that little bit easier. I really like the idea of plugging one cable into my Mac and then just rolling. One thing I didn't fully think…
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Which mixer for audio 6 mk2?
I just got an Audio 6 mk2 and still finding my way around - if anyone can help, which of the bundled software would be the closest thing to mixer, i.e. mixing board/console? I switched from an old EMU 1616 card and have used Patchmix DSP mixer (back on XP/Win 7) with it regularly, however not sure if there is any sort of…
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Audio 8 to an Audio 6 Timecode CD's
I've recently upgraded my setup from the original Traktor Scratch Pro/Audio 8/X1 MK1 to a Mac Air i7-5650/X1 MK2 and am now looking to pickup an Audio 6 for compatibility reasons. My question is: Has anyone ever tried the time code cd's from the original scratch pro (Audio 8) with the newer Audio 6 Interface? Curious as it…
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Komplete audio6 mkii How many input can be recorded at the same time?
Hello. I want to know can I record 4 channel (2 x stereo) at the same time with komplete audio 6 mkII in Logic proX? I want to connect my stereo keyboard to channel 3+4 and my microphone or other instruments to channel 1 and 2. Many thanks
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Repeat question on KOMPLETE Audio 6 mk2
Hello At the beginning of January, I left my question on this sound card, but not only was there no answer to it, so this question was also deleted for reasons unknown to me. I'll duplicate it again (I'll try to be brief) My system: Motherboard: Asrock a320m-hdv r4.0 Processor: Rizen 5 2600 ORam: 32 Gb SSd Windows 10 pro…