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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

  • How can we better support women in electronic music?

    We ask some of electronic music’s leading lights for their ideas on increasing the participation and visibility of women in…

    Interviews March 8, 2020
  • Hear all the best Output presets, all in one place

    Output’s KONTAKT engines are currently 50% off. Here’s how they sound right out of the box.

    NKS March 3, 2020
  • 5 ways to make MIDI strings sound better

    Don’t know your spiccato from your staccato? Reuben Cornell’s here to stop you getting strung out with strings.

    Tips and tricks March 3, 2020
  • 5 free KONTAKT foley tools to use in your next track

    Take a cue from the world of film and television, and add some real-world sound to your productions.

    Free stuff February 27, 2020
  • Watch: We put all the Output engines through their paces

    And right now, you can save up to 70% on the full collection in our online shop.

    NKS February 25, 2020
  • Discover drum synthesis techniques with MONARK

    Product expert James Russell walks you through the rudiments of rolling your own drum sounds from scratch.

    Tips and tricks February 12, 2020
  • Exploring everything the TRAKTOR KONTROL F1 has to offer

    Go full nerd mode and take an extra-deep dive into the F1 with DAVE Digital And Vinyl Expert.

    DJing February 12, 2020
  • Dr. Julian Parker reflects on the creation of our RAUM reverb

    Get into the nitty-gritty of algorithms, control ranges, and comb-filtering with one of the engineers behind our latest effect.

    Interviews February 10, 2020
  • 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
  • Exploring the sound of Heavyocity

    Reuben Cornell creates two cinematic sketches with some of the Heavyocity instruments from our store.

    Scoring January 28, 2020
  • The sound of this year’s GRAMMYs

    We dissect the sonic trends of this year’s Record of the Year nominees – and detail some award-winning tricks you…

    Features January 25, 2020
  • MASSIVE X Patch and Play: Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith

    Download an exclusive patch from the LA-based synth auteur, then enter our Metapop competition.

    Patch and Play January 17, 2020
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