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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,…
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Go all in with Komplete 26: here’s what’s new
Dive into Komplete 26. Discover the iconic Absynth, LCO Producer Strings, and Circular, and master your tracks with iZotope and…
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An announcement from Nick Williams, CEO of Native Instruments
To our friends, artists, partners, collaborators, and community: After three months of hard work, and three months of extraordinary loyalty…
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Introducing Absynth 6: The iconic hybrid synth returns with unprecedented depth and expression
Explore the rebirth of Absynth with a new interface, hybrid synthesis tools, expressive control, and a deeper library of surreal…
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5 free Kontakt Player libraries to spark your creativity
Looking for some fresh inspiration for your music production? Check out these free Kontakt Player libraries that can help ignite…
Recent articles
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10 of our favorite tracks and free presets made with Native Instruments | August 2025
Listen to the powerful music from the Native Instruments community. Explore the best videos and free presets from August showcasing…
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Jim Rider on staying disciplined in a synth like Massive
Jim Rider explains how he uses Massive to create movement without clutter, and why musicality always comes before complexity in…
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Rob Tirea on making Monark feel like a live instrument
Producer Rob Tirea on using Native Instruments’ Monark synth to anchor his mixes with analog warmth, blending it seamlessly with…
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How Sporty-O uses Komplete to stretch viral energy into full tracks
Sporty-O explains how Komplete helps him turn short-form energy into full club tracks, using tools like Kontakt, Massive X, and…
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Betical on staying minimal and intentional with Maschine
Betical explain how Maschine MK3 helps them stay collaborative and focused on groove, from early jams to finished tracks like…
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From DJ to producer: Siobhan Bell’s creative journey
Dive into the creative world of London-based DJ and producer Siobhan Bell. Learn about her journey from the East London…
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Advanced modulation and automation tricks in Kontakt
Go beyond sampled instruments and master Kontakt's powerful sound design capabilities with these advanced tips on modulation and automation.
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How Adana Twins shape warmth and movement with Guitar Rig
Adana Twins break down how they use Guitar Rig to shape fat basslines, stereo layers, and emotional textures in “Keep…
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How to infuse modern tracks with vintage soul with Session Guitarist – Electric Ruby Deluxe
Write jazzy guitar chords and bluesy licks at the press of a button. Learn how to use Session Guitarist -…
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Essential sound design techniques with free instruments and tools
Get started with sound design using free instruments, libraries, and plugins. Learn to use granular synthesis, modulation, and effects chains…
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Honoring the legacy of Bob Moog and his enduring influence on electronic music
Celebrate the synth pioneer Bob Moog in our interview with Michelle Moog-Koussa, and discover how Modular Icons brings Bob’s enduring…
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Why Ozone is Because of Art’s second pair of ears
Because of Art breaks down how he uses Ozone to quickly master his tracks for club systems, using tools like…
The latest from NI 360
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5 ways compression can give you a rich, harmonically-driven sound
Discover compression techniques to add a harmonic-rich sound to your tracks using tools from the NI 360 Essentials subscription.
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How to get a cohesive sound with mixing and mastering
Discover tips for using EQ, compression, reverb, and delay in mixing and mastering to create a mix that sounds consistent,…
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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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5 ways to (finally) finish your track
Do you struggle finishing tracks? Discover five practical strategies to streamline your music production workflow using the NI 360 subscription.
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5 creative reverb techniques to try in your productions
Discover creative reverb techniques to transform your music production. Learn about mixing with reverb, and explore Native Instruments reverbs using…
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5 ways to use Noire for immersive soundscapes
Create deep, dreamy soundscapes with just a few notes. Learn sound design techniques for scoring and ambient music using Noire,…
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How to layer rhythmic and melodic patterns with Playbox
Discover how Playbox empowers beat makers and music producers to build deep, layered rhythmic and melodic patterns for professional sound.
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Exploring Native Instruments 360
Explore Native Instruments’ 360 subscription plan. Find out what’s on offer in these flexible, commitment-free subscription packages.
