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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

  • 6 iconic sounds of the 90s (and 6 easy ways to recreate them today)

    We begin our look back at the sonic inspirations behind three different decades of NI.

    Features November 18, 2021
  • Trap king UZ on his Trinity Deluxe album and his studio favorites

    The prolific French producer talks about KONTAKT and REAKTOR and the past, present, and future of his sound.

    Features November 16, 2021
  • Sound designers The Solos shed some light on ASHLIGHT’s dark, granular textures

    We take a trip to Amsterdam to see how these soundtrack-ready soundscapes were created.

    Features November 11, 2021
  • How TRAKTOR shaped the face of digital DJing

    Take a trip through two decades of innovation with some of the DJs and designers responsible.

    Features November 5, 2021
  • Now you can control Pro Tools from your KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard

    Watch a quick run-through of all the new features and learn how to get started with this powerful combination.

    Tips and tricks November 3, 2021
  • Back to the Future of Sound: Artists reflect on 25 years of NI

    Watch 22 of our favourite artists explain how NI tools have helped power their unique workflows.

    Features October 31, 2021
  • Back to the Future of Sound: A conversation with NI’s founders

    Watch as Stephan Schmitt, Daniel Haver, and Mate Galić return to NI to reflect on the company’s first 25 years.

    Features October 29, 2021
  • TWENTY FIVE: Reimagining a quarter-century of iconic sounds

    Discover the sound-design stories behind our free, retro-futuristic instrument.

    Features October 27, 2021
  • From the future of sound to the future of music

    Read a special 25th anniversary message from our CEO and CPO.

    Company October 25, 2021
  • Made with NI: 25 for 25

    We take a nostalgia-filled trip through a quarter-century of NI-powered musical moments.

    Features October 25, 2021
  • The Wonder Years composers make the 1960s and ’70s sound new again

    Jacob Yoffee and Roahn Hylton mix KONTAKT keys, drums, and bass with live instrumentation for a fresh reboot of the…

    Features October 12, 2021
  • Watch M1onTheBeat make a moody UK drill banger in 5 minutes

    One of London drill's favorite producers shows how he uses KONTAKT keys and strings to create cinematic rap magic.

    Sketches October 6, 2021
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