Tips and tricks
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Scratch Massive on sound selection, patience, and cinematic intent
Scratch Massive explains how sticking with a few trusted Kontakt libraries helps them stay focused, expressive, and fast in both…
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How Estiva trusts his instincts and uses Ozone to avoid over-processing
Estiva shares how he used Ozone while producing Embrace, with tips on emotional mixing, imperfection, and avoiding over-polished tracks.
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Why WELKER turns to Transient Master when mixing Brazilian drums with melodic house
WELKER shares how he uses Transient Master to clean up, shape, and blend Brazilian percussion into tight, expressive grooves for…
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How to get started with Native Access
This guide walks you through setting up Native Access, your essential hub for downloading, installing, and activating all your NI…
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How Eelke Kleijn used Guitar Rig to shape the textures of his new album Connected
Eelke Kleijn shares how Guitar Rig helps shape his indie dance textures, automate movement, and keep creative control across every…
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6 of our favorite tracks made with Native Instruments | July 2025
Listen to incredible music from the Native Instruments community. Explore featured videos showcasing creative tracks and get inspired to share…
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How Maschine+ helps Night Breeze move quickly from idea to sketch
Night Breeze breaks down his Maschine+ setup, explains how he writes without a computer, and shares tips for building fast,…
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What makes Komplete a philosophical toolkit for electronic artists like The Alexsander
The Alexsander shares how Komplete and Kontakt helped shape Awareness – a deeply personal album exploring emotion and ancestry.
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Why UNER built CONTICINIUM using Reaktor as an emotional mirror
UNER breaks down how Reaktor helped shape the emotional DNA of his album CONTICINIUM – blending modular chaos, live automation,…
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The Kontakt libraries Rezident used to bring guitars and bass into his mix
Rezident breaks down how Kontakt helped shape Feeling Fades, his debut album on Anjunadeep, by focusing on a tight toolkit…
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Modestep’s advice for building big synths that don’t bury the mix
Modestep break down how Massive shaped the sound of their new single 'Shutting Down' and why it’s still central to…
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How David Castellani uses Guitar Rig to push distortion and clarity in techno
Learn how techno producer David Castellani sculpts his signature sound using Guitar Rig. Discover his techniques for pushing distortion, enhancing…