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Native Instruments - News and Rumours
You want all the latest news, rumours and everything else there’s to know about Native Instruments? We're happy to oblige: On this page you’ll find everything at a glance – and it’s always up to date!
Maschine+ 3 Is Coming: Get Excited for Kontakt 8 Support, New Effects & Stem Separation
03 Feb · Native Instruments announces plans for Maschine+ 3, including Kontakt 8 support and the much-requested bounce-to-audio feature.
SOUNDS AND PRESETS
Chiptune Patch-Fest: Sounds and Presets
29 Jan · NAMM had been and gone for another year. We get back to our sounds and presets with a selection of goodies covering lots of bases, including Chiptune!
Native Instruments Announces NKS Support for AKAI, Novation, Nektar, KORG & M-Audio
22 Jan · Many keyboard controllers from AKAI Professional, Novation, Nektar, KORG, and M-Audio will soon support the Native Instruments NKS standard.
AKAI Professional and Native Instruments Announce Collaboration
22 Jan · AKAI Professional and Native Instruments have announced their collaboration. MPC users will have access to exclusive content. And the MPK gets an upgrade, too!
Software Deals
Software Deals from Universal Audio, Native Instruments, Sonnox & More
07 Jan · New year, new deals! This week’s best software deals come from Universal Audio, Native Instruments, Sonnox, and Inphonik.
BEST DJ SETUPS
The 5 Best DJ Setups: Top Gear Combos for All DJs and Skill Levels
02 Jan · What’s the best DJ setup? Why, the one that fits you perfectly. Here are 5 example DJ rigs for everyone from the total beginner to the club king.
BEST DJ GEAR OF 2024
Best DJ Gear of 2024: 5 Top DJ Controllers & Mixers of the Year
19 Dec 2024 · What was the best DJ gear of 2024? If you’re thinking it was something with MKII in the name, pat yourself on the back, you’re right.
SOUNDS AND PRESETS
Sounds and Presets: A Huge Sackful of Fantastic KORG Presets
11 Dec 2024 · KORG's microKORG2 takes the legendary microKORG to new heights, much like the opsix did for FM synthesis. Check out these new KORG presets and more in this week's Sound and Presets.
MINIMOOG PLUGINS
Minimoog Plugins: Nostalgia On Tap
09 Dec 2024 · Which Minimoog plugins are best to recreate the sound of this legendary analogue synth? We look at some of the top emulations available.
LEVELING AMPLIFIERS
Why do we still use Leveling Amplifiers in the Recording Process?
02 Dec 2024 · We check out the different types, formats, and applications of leveling amplifiers and how they are used in the recording process.
Update: Thomann Cyberweek 2024 Software Deals!
29 Nov 2024 · Thomann Cyberweek 2024 also has a lot to offer for software freaks and plug-in collectors. Find all the deals here!
Tim Exile Scapeshift is an AI-free Generative Creative Groovebox
26 Nov 2024 · With Tim Exile Scapeshift, you get a complete collection of pattern generators, synthesizers, and effects for shaping ideas into songs.
Best DJ and Tech Deals for Thomann Cyberweek 2024
22 Nov 2024 · It's Cyberweek at Thomann with loads of awesome DJ and tech deals! Discover the best offers for DJs and content creators here.
Software Deals
Software Deals: iZotope, Native Instruments, Universal Audio & More
19 Nov 2024 · The Black Friday deal season is already in full swing! Check out these amazing offers from Antares, iZotope, Native Instruments, Sonnox, and Universal Audio!
SSL Bus Compressors
When to Use an SSL Bus Compressor and Why?
14 Nov 2024 · The SSL bus compressor is one of the most sought-after audio tools ever designed! We check out the different formats currently available.
Native Instruments Maschine Hardware on Sale: Save on All 3 Models!
08 Nov 2024 · Deal: Save on the purchase of a Native Instruments Maschine: Maschine+, Maschine and Maschine Mikro on sale.
DJ SUBSCRIPTIONS
Are DJ Subscriptions Out of Control?
07 Nov 2024 · You don’t have to give up DJing. Here’s how to tackle DJ subscription fatigue head-on.
NI Maschine 3: A Powerful Update for Beat Makers and Music Producers
06 Nov 2024 · Stem separation, more MIDI, more sounds, and more make NI Maschine 3 an even more versatile production platform.
FILM SCORE
The Film Composer Starter Kit: Start Scoring to Picture
04 Nov 2024 · Creating music for films, series, and games requires a certain skill set and the right set of tools. Here's the Film Composer Starter Kit.
Native Instruments Traktor Z1 MK2: Slick 4-Deck Control in a Slim Package
30 Oct 2024 · Native Instruments Traktor Z1 MK2 DJ mixer controller adds stem control, mixer FX, and customizable undershell LEDs.
Native Instruments Discontinuing Maschine MK1 and MK2; Maschine 3.0 Preview
17 Oct 2024 · Is Native Instruments discontinuing Maschine? It looks like MK1 and MK2 are on the chopping block to make way for Maschine 3.0.
BEST FINGER DRUMMING
Best Standalone Finger Drumming Pad Controllers: Let Your Fingers Do the Drumming With These 5 Fun Instruments
11 Oct 2024 · Take your finger drumming on the road and to the next level with these five best standalone finger drumming pad controllers - for all budgets.
Software Deals