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!
Massive X 1.1 update fixes the envelope visualisation and adds new skins
01 Nov 2019 · Native Instruments has released the 1.1 update to Massive X and addressed a couple of cosmetic issues that users have been moaning about and given us a bunch more presets.
Top 7 Free Amp Sims: The best freeware virtual guitar amp plug-ins
12 Oct 2019 · Isn't it amazing how good the quality of amp sims and virtual guitar amplifiers has become? Here are 7 great-sounding free amp sims that won't cost you a thing - download 'em now!
Is Native Instruments in trouble?
03 Sep 2019 · According to disgruntled employees, Native Instruments is haemorrhaging staff and closing down parts of its business - while Behringer throws out a safety net. It's all a bit nuts, to be honest.
Native Instruments Massive X is here. Finally!
27 Jun 2019 · Native Instruments has released its hotly anticipated update to Massive, Massive X! And it's certainly a big update - but can it live up to the enormous expectations?
Native Instruments Massive X set for June 27 release date
25 Jun 2019 · After months of waiting, it looks like Native Instruments Massive X is about to be released. Word is that the software synthesizer will come out on June 27, as NI has revealed on social media.
Native Instruments updates Komplete Audio 6 USB audio interface
08 May 2019 · Native Instruments has announced an updated version of the Komplete Audio 6 USB audio interface. It’s now black like the newly released Komplete Audio 1 and 2. What else is new?
Reaktor 6.3 update: Blocks front patching and free Blocks Base modular rig
15 Apr 2019 · A small update to Reaktor brings a huge change to the Blocks environment - you can now patch directly in the front! Blocks Base is your free 24 module starting point and Primes doubles that up for €99.
Native Instruments reveals details about the Massive X software synth
15 Mar 2019 · In what is surely one of the most eagerly anticipated releases of a software synth ever, Native Instruments is finally telling us more about what the upcoming Massive X will be capable of.
NAMM 2019: Komplete Kontrol M32 micro keyed mini controller
24 Jan 2019 · Native Instruments smallest and cheapest way into the Komplete eco-system with the Komplete Kontrol M32 MIDI controller keyboard and NKS control station.
NAMM 2019: Komplete Audio 1 and 2 affordable USB audio interfaces
24 Jan 2019 · Native Instruments first audio interface release since the Audio 6 the Komplete Audio 1 and Audio 2 are neat and tidy 2-input USB audio interfaces with LED meters and a nice big volume knob.
NAMM 2019: Native Instruments give away Komplete Start for free
24 Jan 2019 · A brand new bumper bonus bundle of synths, effects, instruments and loops are yours for free with the Komplete Start collection with Kontakt 6 and Reaktor 6 players.
MASSIVE X delayed until June while Native Instruments reveal more details
16 Jan 2019 · We all thought MASSIVE X was just a couple of weeks away but sadly it's been bumped to a June release. But now we know it's a dual wavetable modulating monster it should be worth the wait.
Top 5 Software Synthesizers of 2018 (reprise)
26 Dec 2018 · 2018 saw a plethora of inventive, appealing software synthesizers, including our Top 5 by Arturia, FXpansion, Native Instruments, Waslio Audio, Cherry Audio and Waves. Wait, that's 6?!?
TRK-01 Play and other Christmas treats from Native Instruments
14 Dec 2018 · Native Instruments loves a bit of Christmas and you can always count on them to fire out something free and something cool around the holidays. This year it's a free version of TRK-01, a voucher and a prize ...
Black Friday: The hottest audio gear deals – and where to find them!
16 Nov 2018 · It's getting cold (in the northern hemisphere) - that can only mean that audio gear makers are offering silly discounts on their products. Here's a list of the best offers and hottest deals.
Deal: grab Native Instruments’ Crush Pack + Mod Pack for USD 70 until Nov 4
22 Oct 2018 · NI is giving us an exceptional offer - buy the Crush Pack + Mod Pack effects bundle for the price of either one. The offer is valid until Nov 4, giving you enough time to come up with those 70 bucks!
The 7-year wait is over: NI Kontakt 6 has landed with new instruments and effects
21 Oct 2018 · Kontakt 6 brings the world's favorite sampler up to scratch and has enough new content to warrant an upgrade from the almost 7-year old Kontakt 5 engine.
Native Instruments tells us very little about the huge release of Massive X
06 Sep 2018 · One of the most anticipated announcements is the next generation version of the awesome Massive synthesizer. Massive X will be with us in February 2019 and free to Komplete 12 owners, but where are the details?
Native Instruments Maschine Mikro MK3: Mini beats and big mobility
06 Sep 2018 · The little entry level Maschine gets a welcome upgrade. Mikro MK3 is smaller, lighter and sleeker than the previous version and is ideal for music production on the move with the full Maschine software.
A is for “Affordable” with the Komplete Kontrol A-Series controller keyboards
06 Sep 2018 · Looking suspiciously like the original Komplete Kontrol keyboards the new A-Series controllers aim to bring NKS instrument mapping to a keener budget.
Native Instruments pumps up the Komplete Kontrol S88 to MK2
06 Sep 2018 · Catching up the S49 and S61 the fully-weighted, hammer-action Komplete Kontrol S88 controller keyboard gets the MK2 makeover with dual screens, pitch and mod wheels and the sleek black buttons and lines.
Native Instruments updates industry standard sampler platform Kontakt 6
06 Sep 2018 · Kontakt 6 brings new sounds, new effects, a wavetable synthesis engine and the ability to design, build and script your own instruments. Does the upgrade tick enough boxes for your Kontakt wish list?