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  • The 110 best free Kontakt instruments in 2026

    Explore the 110 best free Kontakt instruments and libraries, curated by our team. Find top free Kontakt Player synths, pianos,…

    Free stuff April 10, 2026
  • 7 quick tips for ambient, atmospheric music

    Got the basics down? Here's how to make ambient music that offers a little something extra.

    Tips and tricks April 9, 2022
  • Telefon Tel Aviv: Sound design, sine waves, and why ‘wrong’ is often right

    We sit down with Josh Eustis to dissect the sounds and techniques behind Dreams Are Not Enough…

    Interviews February 10, 2020
  • Using TRAKTOR in the studio: How the DJ tool is used to make beats

    Discovering the creative powers of TRAKTOR for music production with Huerco S., Konx-om-Pax, and exael.

    Traktor July 18, 2019
  • Secrets of electronic interfaces: Modularity

    PUSH TURN MOVE and PATCH & TWEAK author Kim Bjørn explores methods for interfacing with music through hardware and software.

    Features February 21, 2019
  • Thomas Ragsdale on atmospheric, commercial music

    Having scored countless advertisements, the UK producer breaks down his studio tools, workflow and tricks.

    Komplete November 21, 2018
  • Richard Devine: A history of making music

    Electronic music pioneer discusses his love for REAKTOR BLOCKS, THRILL, and more.

    Komplete April 4, 2018
  • Robert Dudzic: How to be the best at sound design

    Acclaimed sound designer Robert Dudzic divulges his secrets on recording, effects, and how to break into the industry.

    Interviews July 17, 2017

  • A.G. Cook and Super*Saw featured

    Behind the synth: A. G. Cook on stacked sawtooths and the creation of Super*Saw

    Explore the extremes of stacked sawtooth waves with Super*Saw, a new synthesizer co-created with A. G. Cook. Learn how to…

    Interviews July 16, 2026
  • projectsam

    Inside the evolution of orchestral sampling: an interview with ProjectSAM

    Discover how ProjectSAM’s Lineage Series uses NKS and smart features to change orchestral sampling. Plus, save on instruments in our…

    Sampling June 25, 2026
  • New Constellations

    How New Constellations turn emotion into sound with Massive X

    Go inside the studio with New Constellations. Learn how they use Native Instruments gear, happy accidents, and lifelong friendship to…

    Interviews June 22, 2026
  • Citizen Kain

    Citizen Kain on building emotion and space with Replika

    Citizen Kain explains how Replika helped shape the rhythm, tension, and emotion behind his debut Eversun Records single “Moments.”…

    Interviews June 18, 2026
  • calcou

    The organic precision behind Calcou’s Anjuna release featuring Reaktor

    Calcou shares how Reaktor, Monark, and Super 8 shaped the creative balance and live energy behind their new duo EP,…

    Interviews June 8, 2026
  • NKS Big Partner Sale

    14 NKS instruments that will change the way you create music

    Discover 14 NKS instruments to freshen up your workflow. From lo-fi tape synths to cinematic strings, shop the Native Instruments…

    Production June 5, 2026
  • Parallelle

    Parallelle on crafting living basslines with Reaktor and TRK-01

    Parallelle share how Reaktor and TRK-01 shape the bass and warmth in 11th Avenue, balancing analog depth with modern control.

    Interviews June 2, 2026
  • NI summer sale banner

    Where will your sound lead you? Explore the Native Instruments Summer Sale

    Save 30% on instruments, effects, and sounds in our Summer Sale. Find the tools to keep your tracks moving and…

    Production June 1, 2026
  • mr bill

    How Mr. Bill builds sonic worlds in Massive X

    Mr. Bill explains how Massive X and instinctive sound design shaped the storytelling process behind his new downtempo album, Mr.

    Interviews May 29, 2026
  • Father Funk

    How Father Funk builds low-end energy with Kontakt instruments

    Father Funk breaks down how bass instruments in Kontakt power the low-end muscle and live feel behind his new record,…

    Interviews May 28, 2026
  • Nick Hook Sascha Bühren featured

    Nick Hook and Sascha Bühren on the art of the professional workflow

    Discover how industry veterans Nick Hook and Sascha Bühren master the art of organized chaos using Komplete 26.

    Komplete May 27, 2026
  • st. mary

    St. Mary on translating emotion into production with Kontakt and Guitar Rig

    St. Mary breaks down the production of her debut EP Amen, using Kontakt and Guitar Rig to balance chaos, emotion,…

    Interviews May 26, 2026
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