Native Instruments

The world's first software synthesizer!

As with almost all large software companies, the story of Native Instruments began with just two people. On the one hand there was Stephan Schmitt, musician and engineer, and Volker Hinz, good friend and programmer. In Berlin Kreuzberg the two created the world's first modular synthesizer. The 'Generator' was a software based instrument and thrilled the audience at the Frankfurt Music Fair. Calculate and play sounds in real time - that was unique.

In the founding year of 1996, the development of new types of software instruments, such as Reaktor, began with just four employees. This all-round plugin has become an industry standard as a sequencer, sampler, synthesizer and effects device. Develop your own sounds? A dream for every sound tinkerer!

Today, most Native Instruments products can be grouped into the complete, tractor and machine categories.

Komplete - instruments and effects

Are you a producer and want to dive into the world of software instruments? You've come to the right place with the Native Komplete software bundles! Depending on your budget and needs, you can start your production with countless plugins such as Kontakt, Massive, Battery, Absynth, GuitarRig, FM8 and many other softsynth emulations. If the existing factory sounds are not enough, you can expand your musical repertoire with new expansions, samples and patches. Your libraries grow with you. Of course the same applies to effects!

Traktor - Digital DJing

Are you a DJ and live performer? Set the tone with the flagship dj software Traktor Pro 3 and the Kontrol series hardware controllers! Whether it's the Traktor Kontrol S8 or the compact Traktor Kontrol Z1, Native Instruments offers the right equipment for every musician!

By the way: DJing is also possible on mobile devices such as the iPhone or iPad!

Machine - Production & Performance

The first Groove controllers from Native Instruments was released in 2009. With features such as pads, display and push-button controls, whether as a seamless integration of controllers and software or as a standalone solution, the machine series enjoys a constantly growing fan base.

The micro machine is suitable for beginners. Compact design and low price! For those who are committed, there is the Native Instruments Machine MK3. Mobile recording is also not an theme. With the iMachine 2 app you can build beats and create sounds ! Easy 2 go!

NATIVE INSTRUMENTS offers even more!

The KONTROL S master keyboard series is becoming the focus of studios and composers. The latest models have small lights above the keys and display chords and scales in color! Impressive!

Are you a podcaster or vlogger? With the affordable Komplete Audio USB interfaces you can record your voice and, for example, your guitar at the same time. You can produce, mix and master your shows in no time! Because the desired audio interface is delivered directly with the right software and the right plugins!

With sounds.com into the next century

How is the music and the way of producing it evolving? What's next? With the sounds.com platform, Native Instruments wants to help its users stay in touch. Together into the future. The online service brings together users and partners and offers a huge selection of top-class sounds and styles.

Try it out for zero euros?

True to the motto “Try before you buy,” Native Instruments offers a selection of free plugins and apps. Let's start with Native Access. As a host app, you can download and update Native Instruments content via this program.

Are the complete bundles too expensive for you? Get started with the free Komplete Start collection. 2,000 sounds are included! You also get the Reaktor 6 and Kontakt 6 Player as free full versions. With Blocks Base you get a free modular synth setup for Reaktor.

The Komplete Kontrol software helps you organize your sounds and creates automatic mappings. Mikro Prism is based on Reaktor Prism and lets you create modular sounds . The Supercharger emulates a tube compressor and makes your sound fatter.

For guitarists, the Guitar Rig 5 Player is available as a free full version. The DJ app TRAKTOR DJ 2 mentioned can also be freely downloaded as a full version!