Allen & Heath XONE:K3

Allen & Heath XONE:K3  Total Control in a Compact Form

The Allen & Heath XONE:K3 is built for DJs, producers, and live performers who want hands-on control of their software and hardware from a single, compact unit. With 52 physical controls and support for three custom layers, it offers up to 174 assignable MIDI commands all customisable and colour-coded through the free Xone Controller Editor app. Whether youre controlling DJ software, lighting rigs, or studio sessions, the K3 adapts to your workflow with ease.

Deep, Flexible Control

With faders, pots, encoders, and backlit buttons all within reach, the XONE:K3 puts creative control at your fingertips. Each control can be mapped across three user layers, letting you create complex, multi-dimensional setups for DJing, production, or live performance without ever touching a mouse or keyboard.

Through the Xone Controller Editor, you can assign CC or Note values, customise LED colours, and save layouts directly to the K3 or export them as portable files. Your custom workflow stays consistent wherever you performclub, studio, or stage.

Seamless Integration

Equipped with USB-C and X:Link connectivity, the K3 slots effortlessly into modern digital setups. The USB-C port powers the unit while supporting multiple controllers in a single network no hubs or adaptors required.

Its X:Link IN/OUT ports allow direct integration with Xone mixers such as the 96, PX5, 43C, and 23C, creating a unified, tightly linked control surface where every parameter is instantly accessible.

Built for the Road

Housed in a rugged diecast metal chassis with nutted pots and tactile buttons, the K3 is designed to handle the demands of touring and live performance. Its slim, durable build fits easily beside your mixer, on a studio desk, or in a travel bag alongside your laptop. Responsive, solid-feeling controls ensure confident adjustments even in the heat of a set.

Plug, Play, and Perform

The XONE:K3 is class-compliant and works on macOS, Windows, iOS, and Androidno drivers or installation needed. Simply plug it in, open your software, and start mapping. This plug-and-play reliability makes it perfect for shared workspaces, back-to-back DJ sets, or quick changeovers in live environments.

Save and Recall Your Layouts

The K3 supports multiple onboard presets, including three user-defined hardware maps and a default K2-style layout. Switch between setups instantly without remapping on the fly. Using the Xone Controller Editor, you can refine every detail from MIDI message type to LED behaviourand store configurations locally or export them for travel.

Your custom control schemes are always ready wherever your next gig takes you.

• Product Code: XONE:K3

• USB Port Type: USB-C

• USB Host: USB 2.0 Full Speed (12 Mbps)

• X:Link Port Type: RJ45 × 2 (In + Out, Full-Duplex, Data Only)

• Potentiometers: 12 (270° rotation)

• Faders: 4 (60 mm linear faders)

• Endless Encoders: 6 (with push switch)

• Tactile Switches: 30 (with RGB LED feedback)

• RGB LEDs: 34 (16-colour palette)

• Total MIDI Controls: 174

• MIDI Channels: 16 (range: 1–16)

• Control Change – Absolute: 16 (range: 0–127)

• Control Change – Relative: 6 (range: 127/1)

• Note ON/Note OFF: 36 (range: 127/0)

• Power Requirement (USB Host): 5V, 450mA max

• Power Consumption (USB Host): 450mA @ 5V = 2.25W

• Power Consumption (X:Link Host): 450mA @ 5V = 2.25W

• Dimensions (HxWxD): 49.5 × 135 × 358 mm (2” × 5.3” × 14.1”)

• Weight: 1.25 kg (2.2 lbs)