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Welcome to Summer of Sound: save big on instruments, sounds, and hardware
Summer of Sound is here with some of the best deals of the year on Native Instruments sounds, instruments, and…
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The 100 best free Kontakt instruments in 2025
Explore the ultimate list of the best free Kontakt instruments and libraries. Discover new sounds and add them to your…
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Introducing the NKS Hardware Partner Program: Hands-on control of over 2,000 instruments with your favorite production tools
Unlock new creative possibilities with the new NKS Hardware Partner Program that includes partnerships with Akai Professional, Novation, Nektar, Korg,…
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7 drum patterns every producer should know
In this guide to basic drum patterns we’ll show you how to make the seven types of drum beats every…
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10 most popular chord progressions of all time
Learning popular chord progressions is a great way to recognize hit songs. Let's explore some of the most common chord…
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How Anvaya uses Kontakt to bring South Asian instruments into club music
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How to keep your music sounding fresh with modulation
Discover how to keep your music engaging and present with powerful modulation techniques.
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Why Flight School trusts Kontakt over hardware when deadlines matter
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5 ways to use Noire for immersive soundscapes
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How RayRay gets unheard-of results with VocalSynth 2
Discover how RayRay transforms vocals with VocalSynth 2, crafting unique, studio-quality sounds that stand out in the music production world.
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Inside the Kontakt workflow behind Arnaud Roy’s ENDLESS Legend 2 score
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