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Tems and Native Instruments join forces to empower women in music across Africa
Discover how GRAMMY-winner Tems and Native Instruments are partnering with the Leading Vibe Initiative to empower emerging women in music…
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Massive X Player 101: How to use pro synth sounds in your productions for free
Discover the free Native Instruments Massive X Player synth. Get instant access to pro-level free synth sounds and easily produce…
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The 100 best free Kontakt instruments in 2025
Explore the ultimate list of the best free Kontakt instruments and libraries. Discover new sounds and add them to your…
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7 drum patterns every producer should know
In this guide to basic drum patterns we’ll show you how to make the seven types of drum beats every…
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10 most popular chord progressions of all time
Learning popular chord progressions is a great way to recognize hit songs. Let's explore some of the most common chord…
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How to use tempo in music to create dynamics and shape emotions
Learn what tempo and BPM mean in music, how to calculate the BPM of your song, and how to use…
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What is EDM music and how to make it
Discover what is EDM music and master how to make EDM with this comprehensive guide, featuring essential production techniques and…
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5 free piano libraries for Kontakt that will strike a chord in your music
Explore free piano libraries for Kontakt that can give your music a vibrant, professional sound. From classical to contemporary, these…
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Arranging for woodwinds: 5 essential tips for a rich, versatile sound
Knowing how to arrange woodwinds will make you a better composer. Read here to learn 5 essential woodwind arrangement tips.
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How to make a melodic bass track with emotive and powerful bass lines
Discover what is melodic bass music, its unique sound, and learn how to make melodic bass music with practical tips…
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5 of the best color box plugins for music production
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Embracing 2024 – a look forward with Native Instruments, iZotope, and Plugin Alliance
Learn about the projects happening at Native Instruments in 2024 and our commitment to developing new and innovative products to…
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5 jazz chord progressions to transform your songwriting
Jazz chord progressions can help make your music more colorful and exciting, no matter what genre you make. Discover five…
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Film scoring 101: how to start composing for movies
Learn about the essential elements of film scoring, the process of scoring for visual media, and how to get started…
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Getting started with Native Instruments software and hardware
Discover full-length tutorials on the top Native Instruments software and hardware, including Kontakt, Komplete, Guitar Rig, Maschine, and more.
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How to use authentic lo-fi chord progressions in your music
Lo-fi music has taken over the internet. Learn how to make your own music to relax and study to with…
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How to use saturation in music production
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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
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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.
