Academic Native Instruments Komplete 4

Native Instruments Komplete 4 Top Facts:

• Vast collection of 12 Native Instruments software products in one package
• Now includes AKOUSTIK PIANO, BATTERY 3, ABSYNTH 4, FM8
• Huge saving of 62% compared to the combined list prices.
• Ideally suited for use with the KORE system.

Native Instruments Komplete 4 is the ultimate bundle for musicians and producers. Twelve ground-breaking synthesizers, samplers, emulations, effects and a virtual guitar studio turn computer-based set-ups into truly comprehensive, professional production suites.

Native Instruments Komplete 4 means unlimited creative freedom in all situations: live performance, music production, instrument and sound design. Over 8,500 presets and 4 sample libraries totalling over 50 GB offer a wealth of material to start with straight away!

Native Instruments Komplete 4 includes the following instruments:

• REAKTOR 5 - fully modular sound design studio
• ABSYNTH 4 - synthesizer with unrivalled sonic potential
• GUITAR RIG 2 Software - guitar amps, cabinets and effects emulation
• KONTAKT 2 - the ultimate next-generation sampler
• BATTERY 3 - the pioneering drum sample expert
• AKOUSTIK PIANO - 3 famous grands and 1 upright
• ELEKTRIK PIANO - four legendary electric stage pianos
• B4 II - the award-winning tonewheel organ emulation
• FM8 - radically expanded FM synthesizer
• PRO-53 - the perfect emulation of an analog synth classic
• VOKATOR - the new dimension in vocoding
• NI-SPEKTRAL DELAY - unique FFT-based delay effect

Native Instruments Komplete 4 - Perfectly suited for KORE

To easily and intuitively exploit Native Instruments Komplete 4's full potential, we recommend using KORE in combination with the powerful KORE system. KORE makes using the 12 instruments and finding a desired sound out of the 8500 presets a breeze, while the KORE hardware allows for manual control of the most important sound parameters.

Please note:

• Native Instruments Komplete 4 includes the GUITAR RIG software but not the RIG KONTROL hardware controller. The RIG KONTROL 2 is available separately in the NI Online Shop.
• All products included within a single edition of Native Instruments Komplete 4 are part of one user license and can only be used as a single entitiy on a maximum of 2 computers. The individual products cannot be resold seperatly.
• KOMPLETE 4 requires activation after installation
• The sampling instruments INTAKT and KOMPAKT are no longer part of KOMPLETE, and will be discontinued as individual products effectively immediately. Comparable functionality is provided by the more powerful KONTAKT 2 and BATTERY 3 samplers.

Native Instruments Komplete 4 - Top Features

• Includes twelve award-winning software products in their full versions: synthesizers, instrument emulations, samplers, and effects
• Huge selection of presets covering the entire musical spectrum – all ready to play
• All 8,500 presets have been categorized as KoreSounds™ and pre-configured for use with KORE
• Suited for live performance, music production, instrument and sound design
• High-quality audio engines deliver perfect sound quality
• Includes sample libraries with over 50 GB of professional samples
• Sound generation and effect processing in real-time
• Intuitive control interfaces for fast and efficient workflows
• All instruments run stand-alone, ideal for live performances on stage
• Supports all major plug-in and sample formats for perfect integration in all professional recording environments

Native Instruments Komplete 4 - Interfaces

Stand-alone, Audio Units™, VST®, RTAS™, DXi™, ASIO®, Core Audio™, Core MIDI™, DirectSound™

Native Instruments Komplete 4 - System Requirements

• Mac OSX 10.4.x, G4 1.4 GHz, 512 MB RAM
• Win XP, Pentium or Athlon 1.4 GHz, 512 MB RAM
• DVD drive
• Specific requirements vary depending on the individual program.
• The following products are compatible with Intel-based Macintosh computers: ABSYNTH 4, BATTERY 3 and FM8. Universal Binary updates for all other included products will be available for free download within 2006.

Native Instruments Reaktor 5
The Fusion of Synthesis, Sampling, Effects and Sequencing

Native Instruments Reaktor 5 fuses all audio applications into a single, extremely versatile and powerful tool. Musicians, producers and sound designers are all catered to by the very broad range of instruments and sounds already included. Due to the open engine architecture, the potential for building your own highly individual instruments is endless. Whether you are using the instruments from the library or creating your own, the only limit is your imagination.

Native Instruments Reaktor 5 is both a collection of hundreds of software instruments as well as complete studio environment for constructing entirely new and individual instruments.  
 
Superior Sound, Perfect Performance
Internationally known artists and designers have contributed to the extensive library of presets and instruments. Its unique sonic flexibility establishes Native Instruments Reaktor 5as the ultimate tool for musicians and producers working in studios both large and small. A particularly fast and immediate control of the sound guarantees musicians on stage a lively and inspiring performance. The unrivalled sound is made possible by the REAKTOR Core Technology™ and new, highly advanced algorithms.

REAKTOR Core Technology™
The fifth generation of this award-winning modular studio offers completely new dimensions in designing and producing custom instruments. REAKTOR Core Technology™ delves deeper into modular construction than ever before. Develop your own individual modules; build unique filters, oscillators and fully personalize your library. REAKTOR Core Technology™ benefits everyone. It is a visual audio development environment with integrated run-time compiler technology, allowing the creation of individual, high-performance low-level content.

Building a Better Future
Native Instruments Reaktor 5 is also an extraordinary sonic laboratory, its modular design releasing you from the constraints of more conventional setups. The extensive library of macros and modules combined with Native Instruments Reaktor 5's clear, uncomplicated interface turns the construction of sonic tools into an intuitive process. The instruments are now completely "skinable". All of the graphical elements can be fully customized, allowing totally individualized instrument design. The online REAKTOR User Library offers an extensive platform on which an ever-growing global community exchanges a vast number of instruments and ideas.

Ingenious Instruments
Native Instruments Reaktor 5 is equipped with a vast library of impressive and innovative instruments. Powerful samplers allow far reaching granular resynthesis and the innovative effects pave the way for profound sound manipulation. The stunning array of synthesizers delivers everything from rumbling basses to searing leads and beyond. The selection of sequenced instruments lend themselves particularly well to live performance thanks to their ability to create dynamic rhythms, melodies, chord sequences and more. From authentic emulations of classic gear to bizarre, otherworldly creations; from the conventional to the controversial – Native Instruments Reaktor 5 delivers.

Native Instruments Reaktor 5 Top Features
Completely modular, real-time sound synthesis, sampling and effects software
Huge collection of unique instruments and sounds
Preset morphing and preset randomization
Pre-designed building blocks for easy construction of individual instruments and effects
The latest, high-end algorithms deliver pristine, top-quality sound
REAKTOR Core Technology allowing low level, custom module design
New modules including anti-aliased oscillators, over-sampled structures and high-quality interpolation delays
New Interface and 'skinability' of all instrument control elements
Multi-breakpoint envelopes with slope control, tempo grid and looping
Live sampling and effect modules with auto-normalisation and tempo-synchronous beat juggling

Native Instruments Reaktor 5 Import and Compatibility
AIFF™, WAV™

Native Instruments Reaktor 5 Interfaces
Audio Units™, VST®, RTAS™, DXi™, Open Sound Control, Core Audio™, ASIO™, DirectSound™

Native Instruments Reaktor 5 System Requirements
Mac: Mac OS 10.2.6, G4 1 GHz, 512 MB RAM
PC: Windows XP, P III 1 GHz, Athlon XP 1.33 GHz, 512 MB RAM
REAKTOR only runs on processors supporting SSE or AltiVec.

Native Instruments Reaktor 5 Recommended System
Mac: Mac OS 10.3 or higher, G4 1.67 GHz, 512 MB RAM
Windows: Windows XP, P4 2 GHz, Pentium-M 1.5 GHz, 512 MB RAM

Native Instruments Absynth 4

Native Instruments Absynth 4 - Sonic Horizons
A legend in its own time, Native Instruments Absynth 4 returns in a more powerful, creative and intuitive guise than ever before. Renowned for its organic, evolving sounds that range from the simple yet sublime to outlandish sonic textures, Native Instruments Absynth 4 continues to build on its exceptional reputation. The addition of new features combined with an optimized workflow and user interface brings fluidity and simplicity to the creation of intricate and intriguing sounds.

Native Instruments Absynth 4 - A Taste Of The Future
The unique blend of inimitable effects with multiple synthesis and sampling techniques is the defining element of the Native Instruments Absynth 4 sound, now more than ever before. The signal flow is far more flexible and a revolutionary wave morphing feature has been added. Both the master effects section and the modulation concept have been greatly enhanced. All these enhancements further sweeten Native Instruments Absynth 4's already distinctive sonic flavour.

Native Instruments Absynth 4 - Browsing The Library
Native Instruments Absynth 4 comes equipped with 1,200 KORE-configured presets spanning a vast range of styles and sounds. From clear, pristine leads to wild, alien soundscapes – it's all there. The KoreSound™ Browser makes using the presets fast and easy: Search and filter functions let you find presets according to specific characteristics and attributes – a truly intuitive and musical approach.

Native Instruments Absynth 4 - Studio And Stage
Native Instruments Absynth 4 is designed both for the studio as well as for the stage. The sixteen macro controls allow multiple settings to be tweaked at the same time. All sixteen are automatically mapped onto KORE's control elements, ensuring that the remote control of Native Instruments Absynth 4 is always hassle-free. Twisting sounds on-the-fly has never been easier.

Native Instruments Absynth 4 - New Features

Native Instruments Absynth 4 is a truly unique synthesizer with an unmistakeable sound. The workflow is easy to understand and the interface simple to use. The following is a brief summary of new and improved features in Native Instruments Absynth 4.

Native Instruments Absynth 4 - The KoreSound Browser and KORE
All 1,200 presets, including 200 brand-new ones, have been pre-configured for use with KORE and categorised as KoreSounds. The KoreSound Browser brings a high degree of simplicity and speed to the task of finding and managing presets. Browse and filter according to a number of different sonic criteria and attributes or just enter a keyword or phrase in the free search mode – the results are displayed instantly.

Native Instruments Absynth 4 - Master The Sound
The addition of a freely-definable master ADSR feature greatly simplifies the use of Native Instruments Absynth 4. Presets can be manipulated without the need to dive into the depths of the more advanced features, allowing sounds to be easily personalized. Simply adjust the attack, decay, sustain and release of the active preset and listen to its sonic character gradually change.

Native Instruments Absynth 4 - Flexible Flow
The 3 channels in the patch window are the source of the stunning Native Instruments Absynth 4 sound. The signal flow within these 3 channels is now freely-definable, generating an even wider range of sounds. An additional oscillator module, the "Sync Granular mode", produces particularly organic sounds. The sensational wave morphing feature enables the individual oscillators in the channels to blend different waveforms into one another, exponentially increasing ABSYNTH's sonic potential.

Native Instruments Absynth 4 - Ease Of Use
The tempo-synced 68-breakpoint envelopes can control practically all the synthesis, sampling, and effect parameters - guaranteeing some striking sonic results. Envelope templates make working with this powerful feature easy and straightforward. The addition of an envelope step mode delivers huge scope for variation. The creative potential is overwhelming. Sixteen macro controls allow you to adjust multiple parameters simultaneously. All the macro controls map automatically onto KORE's control elements.

Native Instruments Absynth 4 - Modulation Concept
The modulation concept has been completely revised. Targets are now freely definable, adding still yet more versatility to an already flexible synthesizer. Assign any number of parameters to one of the 16 available controls – simply select the macro control from a drop-down menu. The level of an audio signal or an oscillator can also be used to modulate other parameters. Moving and evolving sounds at the click of a button!

Native Instruments Absynth 4 Sample Library
Native Instruments Absynth 4 also includes a small yet powerful sample library consisting of over 400 samples, all especially created to be used with Native Instruments Absynth 4'S sample or granular mode. The emhasis of the library is on variety and efficiency: just set up a preset with the oscillator set to granular or sample mode and select a sample from the library.

The samples are conveniently sorted into 22 categories, ranging from acoustic instruments to percussion, from morphing textures to vocal sounds and so forth. Also included are over 60 "Multisamples". These are single samples which have ten different samples spaced at even intervals, perfectly suited for use with Native Instruments Absynth 4's sample jump envelopes.

Native Instruments Absynth 4 - Top Features

• Award-winning semi-modular synthesizer offering an unprecedented range of sonic possibilities
• Innovative and unique combination of multiple synthesis and sampling techniques
• Greatly improved user-interface and enhanced workflow
• KoreSound™ Browser for easy searchinh of 1,200 KORE-configured presets
• Native Instruments Absynth 4 uses the KoreSound™ format, macro controls automatically map onto KORE control elements
• Wave morphing feature and powerful effects greatly extend ABSYNTH 4's sonic range
• New master ADSR section and 16 freely-assignable macro controls for quick and easy control of the sound
• Flexible 68-breakpoint envelopes with templates and envelope step sequencer
• Sophisticated surround sound function per channel
• Live stereo input for each channel and new audio modulator section allow ABSYNTH to be used as a fully-featured effect unit

Native Instruments Absynth 4 - Import and Compatibility

AIFF™,WAV™,GLO,GLY

Native Instruments Absynth 4 - Interfaces

Stand-alone, Audio Units™, VST™, RTAS™, DXi™, Core Audio™, DirectSound™, ASIO®

Native Instruments Absynth 4 - System Requirements

• Mac OSX 10.4.x, G4 1.4 GHz, 256 MB RAM
• Windows XP, Pentium 1.4 GHz, 256 MB RAM
• CD-ROM drive required Processor must support Altivec/SSE;
• Minimum installation: 100 MB
• Full installation: 650 MB
• Universal Binary - Intel-Mac ready!

Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2

The Sound of Guitar and Bass
Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2 is a professional all-in-one software and hardware set-up for guitarists and bass players. The fantastic sound quality won GUITAR RIG 16 industry awards and artists' praise the world over. A huge range of authentically emulated amps and effects are perfectly complemented by a robust foot controller boasting an integrated, studio-quality sound card.

Doubling the power of the previous version, the possibilities of this award-winning modular solution are endless. From the most dulcet tones to the hardest riffs, Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2 is in a league of its own.
 
Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2 is The ultimate all-in-one setup for guitar and bass players  
 
Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2 - Amps, Cabs, Mics and Stomp Boxes
The tones delivered by GUITAR RIG 2's Dynamic Tube Response technology are second to none. The huge selection of equipment is astounding: Choose from 8 amps, 15 guitar and 6 bass cabinets, 4 rotary speakers, 9 microphones with adjustable positioning and over 40 effects. Drag and drop any number of components into the virtual rack and arrange them into the desired order. A wide range of distortion, modulation, delay, reverb, pitch and volume effects allow the sound to be tuned, twisted and tweaked until the most tantalizing tones are obtained.

Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2 - Foot controller and USB 2.0 audio/MIDI interface  
The Rig Kontrol 2 foot-controller has six foot switches and a multi-functional pedal with an extra switch. Integrated into the controller is a high-quality audio interface with inputs optimized for guitar and bass pick-ups. Rig Kontrol 2's advanced design, rugged construction and tough aluminium casing ensure it holds its own on the most demanding of stages. Plug in two guitars simultaneously; use the dedicated inputs and MIDI interface to patch in additional pedals and controllers. No set-up hassles, no extra hardware needed – just plug and rock!

Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2 - Modulate and Loop
Use the Loop Machine to create and play back loops on the fly: Layer different leads, riffs and rhythms on top of one another and gradually build up entire guitar sections. Tools such as the Crossover and Split offer unique potential while the Modifiers' ability to modulate any of the parameters in real-time far exceed the realms of conventional set-ups. Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2's exceptional sound quality and features make it the ideal choice – perfect for studios and stages of all sizes or just jamming at home or on the road.

Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2 - Amps
As with the all of the GUITAR RIG components, the highest value was placed on recreating a perfect, truly authentic, sound and sonic response. The Dynamic Tube Response technology that was developed specifically for tzhis purpose delivers great results: the eight brilliant sounding tube amps "Instant Gratifier", "Twang Reverb", "AC-Box", "Plexi", "Tweedman", "Jazz Amp", "Lead 800" and "Bass VT" all sound and respond just like the real amplifiers!
 
Eight amps  

• Gratifier emulates a smokin' solo head sound with a tube power amp. Its tonal spectrum spans the range from clean to over-the-top distortion.
• Twang Reverb simulates the rich tube sound of the classic amps from decades ago. It's ideal for screaming blues leads and crunchy rhythm guitar sounds, as well as clean sounds laden with personality.
• The classic Plexi sound probably needs no introduction – it's the vintage amp sound that has powered too many hit records to mention!
• AC-Box models the famous amp sound that powered the British conquest of pop music.
• The role model of the Tweedman was originally a bass amp but subsequently swapped sides becoming a guitar amp.
• The Jazz Amp produces a warm, clean tone. An essential part of its sound is the Ensemble effect, which adds chorusing or vibrato. As a result, the Ensemble is built into the Jazz Amp.
• Lead 800 produces smooth, intense lead sounds that are razor sharp and offer plenty of flexibility.
• Bass VT is a bass amp delivering a gritty, growling sound that can really make a bass stand out in a mix. In addition to the unique tonal qualities, there's a graphic equalizer to allow the sound to be tailored more precisely.

Along with the standard settings, each amplifier offers more sound-influencing "Expert Parameters", including power supply (50/60 Hz), "Variac" (reducing the supply voltage), "Response", as well as virtual "aging" of the tubes. Excellent sonic fine-tuning for real gear heads and sound fetishists!
 
Sonic fine-tuning for gear heads...  
 
"Cabinets & Mics"
This component models the standard guitar amp recording chain: Cabinet, mic and mic position.
 
Here you've got 25 guitar and bass cabinets, nine microphones each with four to five mic positions at your disposal – all freely combinable. The variety of sonic possibility is formidable!

But that's not all: Click on the small 'Add' button, and another recording chain folds out (up to eight in total per component) with the same set of options and controls. Why settle for miking one or two cabinets when you can create a wall of sound!

Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2 integrates more than 35 classic and modern guitar effects, which can be combined in any order or quantity you desire. Two distortion components, three delay units, four equalizers? No problem!

New effects in Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2:

• 8 new effects  
  • Trans Amp: versatile distortion box
  • Mezone: metal distortion
  • AutoFilter: perfect auto wahwah, e.g. for funk
  • Stomp Compressor: new compressor with an especially tight and clean sound
  • Pro Filter: NI PRO-53 synthesizer filter – analog and simply fat!
  • Gain Booster: extra gain for radical boosting of gain to attain even more overdrive etc
  • Noise Reduction: affects the signal similarly to a noise gate, but has a less abrupt action
  • Cry Wah - new WahWah modelled after a famous hardware wah.

Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2 - Time-based Effects

Delays and reverbs are the bread and butter of every guitarist's arsenal, which is why we took extra care to deliver the finest selection of virtual delays and reverbs available. Based on award winning NI effects algorithms, these units will go the distance on any setup.

Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2 - Modulation Effects

The modulation effects include classic tremolo, octaver, phaser, pitch pedal and much more.

These perfectly modeled effects provide a number of options for making your sound more dynamic - whether a pulsating tremolo or a swirling 70's style phaser.

Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2 - Distortion and Overdrive

GUITAR RIG 2 offers seven excellent fuzz, distortion and overdrive units. These components are accurate reproductions of classic hardware devices, and sound just like the originals.

"Skreamer": This warm, smooth-sounding overdrive works great for rhythm guitar and smooth leads.
"Distortion": Classic distortion
"Fuzz Ace": fuzz pedal based on Arbiter™ Fuzz Face™
"Big Fuzz": fuzz pedal based on Electro Harmonix™ Big Muff™
"Cat": distortion pedal based on ProCo™ Rat™
"Demon Distortion": distortion pedal based on MXR™ Dime Distortion™
"Trans Amp:" versatile distortion box
"Mezone:" metal distortion

Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2 - Filter Effects
Choose from an impressive range of filter-based effects, from wahwah's to EQs.

These effects serve a number of purposes, from sound and tone design to hum elimination, emphasis of certain instruments, enhancing leads and improving distortion.

Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2 - Volume Effects

From Volume Pedal to Noisegate, Limiter, and Compressor, the spectrum of these effects is more than enough.

With these units you can filter bothersome noises, limit peaks and give your sounds a more dense, compact and dynamic feel.

Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2 - Split Module

The Split Module allows you to create parallel (instead of serial) effects chains. This means you can process the split the sound and process it with different effects and then mix the results back together at the end.

Serial, parallel, and mixed serial/parallel combinations offer a practically limitless range of possibilities for combining effects, for a truly original sound.

The Split Module can be inserted anywhere in the rack. If you would like to play with two guitars or use a Chapman Stick with stereo output, you can edit both channels separately (button: "Dual Mode").

Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2 - Crossover Mix
 
This device is similar to the Split Module, in that it splits the signal path into two, thus allowing parallel effects. However, in this case, you can set a dividing line ("crossover point") in the frequency response, and send lower frequencies to one split and higher frequencies to the other split.

Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2 - Modulating sounds

Users of synthesizers know modifiers as "modulators". For the first time, this feature is now available for guitars: GUITAR RIG 2's modifiers can automatically animate any sound parameter thus generating especially vivid sounds with a live feel. Strum a chord and use the modifier to add rhythmic filter or distortion effect while staying perfectly in sync – the possibilities are virtually endless!

Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2 offers the following modifiers:

LFO (low frequency oscillator) with five waveforms – for continuous or arbitrary modulation
Analog Sequencer - 16 adjustable steps for variable triggering of sound parameters
Input Level – an envelope follower scanning the volume of the input signal and transforming it into a control signal, e.g. the louder you play, the more distortion you get
Step Sequencer - 16 on/off steps for "hard" triggering of sound parameters
Multi-step envelope – for "drawing" the sound progression (as in FM7, KONTAKT 2)

All modifiers can be assigned to any parameter, they can even control several parameters at once or be used in multiple instances in the rack – a paradise for sonic experiments.

Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2 - Loop Machine 

The Loop Machine is another unrivalled feature of GUITAR RIG 2 that you will not find in any comparable solution.

This efficient tool allows you to record, layer, loop and playback riffs, licks, grooves and bass lines enabling the creation of dense guitar and bass patterns or to accompany yourself on-the-fly. Loops can be synchronized to the tempo of your host application (sequencer) or to a metronome.

An example for practical use: First, you play four bars of rhythm guitar, after that you play a lead guitar, then some additional harmonies/chords and then some rhythmic slides etc…
 
Record, loop and overdub your play on the fly  

The Loop Machine connects the best features of renowned originals with many new features. The loop duration is only limited by the size of your hard disc – theoretically you can layer loops for hours. A total of up to 99 phrases is possible.

Other powerful features
You can export the complete recording as well as every single individual layer - for using the best licks only or for re-arrangement in a sequencer for example.

With Loop Machine's multiple undo feature poorly played licks can be erased.

Additionally, you can layer a longer loop on top of a shorter one, an 8 bar solo guitar on top of a 4 bar lick for example.

Of course, the start and overdub buttons (and other parameters) can be controlled with the foot-controller – to keep your hands free for playing.

Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2 is ideal for sessions, practicing, and sketching song ideas! This is made possible through integrated, high-performance tapedecks with time stretching, pitch shifting and a convenient loop function.
 
2 tapedecks for recording and rehearsal  

Different uses for the tapedecks:
a) Sketching song ideas: Simply record your guitar playing (as wav file) to the hard drive, so no idea gets forgotten.
b) Accompany yourself: Play a few licks and riffs, loop a passage, and then play a solo over it!
c) Play to loops and backings: Load a drum or instrument loop (for example guitar, bass, keyboard, complete play-along tracks, etc.) and play over that. You can even change the tempo and pitch independently of one another, which works great for pitching up a guitar lick while reducing its tempo at the same time! So you can get right to it, there’s a wide selection of play-along loops included (see below).
d) Practice licks, phrases, and solos: With the integrated tapedecks you can do more than accompaniments: each loop can be played back faster or slower and pitched independently of tempo: load a difficult guitar solo and simply play it back slower (at the same pitch!) or put it in another key (with the same tempo!).

Tapedeck One allows for pitch correction of +/- 12 semi tones and independet tempo correction of +/- 50%. Play along your backing tracks in any pitch and tempo you desire!
Samples and Loops included
You can play to accompaniments and drum loops right away, since GUITAR RIG includes around 150 MB of sample loops for use in the tapedecks. The loops cover the categories "Backing Tracks", "Bass Loops", "Drum Loops", "Guitar Loops", "Keyboard Loops", "Synth Loops", and "Vocal Samples".

Plus you can load and play back other loops in MP3, WAV, and AIFF format up to 16-bit resolution (for example sample CDs, etc).

InterfacesAudio Units™, VST®, RTAS™, DXi™, ASIO®, Core Audio™, Core MIDI™, DirectSound™

Native Instruments Guitar Rig 2 System Requirements

• Mac OS X 10.3.x, G4 733 MHz, 512 MB RAM
• Windows XP SP2, Pentium 700 MHz / Athlon XP 1.33 GHz, 256 MB RAM

USB 2.0 Interface Windows XP Service Pack 2

Recommended System

• Mac OS X 10.4.x, G4 1.25 GHz, 768 MB RAM
• Windows XP SP2, Pentium / Athlon XP 1.4 GHz, 512 MB RAM

Native Instruments Kontakt 2
The Second Generation of Native Instruments' Revolutionary Software Synth.

Native Instruments Kontakt 2 embodies the future of sampling. No other software or hardware sampler offers such a comprehensive set of features, so much flexibility and performance or such a high degree of compatibility. From authentic library playback of virtually any format to the intuitive creation of new instruments, from profound sound design to lively and dynamic surround sound mixes - Native Instruments Kontakt 2 opens the doors to creativity.

Native Instruments Kontakt 2 has an Unrivalled Range of Features
 
Explore a whole new world of sampling combined with unprecedented convenience and flexibility. Native Instruments Kontakt 2 incorporates five different sampler modes, ranging from classic sample playback to real-time pitch shifting, time-stretching and precise drum loop slicing. Ingenious mapping, group and loop editors as well as over 30 filters and effects including stunningly authentic Impulse Response effects pave the way for fantastic sounds. And the vast modulation section lets you add constant variations. 
 
Native Instruments Kontakt 2 - More Than Just Sampling

Native Instruments Kontakt 2 offers numerous new and innovative features. Create inspiring 3D soundscapes: The powerful new surround sound features offer up to 16 channels of enveloping, spatial manipulation. The Native Instruments Kontakt 2 Script Processor fuses conventional sampling with intelligent MIDI processing and elements of macro programming. Use the included scripts to create instrument simulators and other custom features, such as chord generators or dynamic tuners. Or write your own scripts and witness the power of Native Instruments Kontakt 2's open architecture. The potential within these features is immense! 
 
Native Instruments Kontakt 2 - Flexible, Modular Architecture

Native Instruments Kontakt 2's modular architecture guarantees near limitless possibilities. Arrange the modules within the interface to meet your exact, individual needs. Customize the signal flow within Native Instruments Kontakt 2 for truly unique results. The browser offers a concise overview of your samples, the modules, the virtual rack and more. This invaluable feature distils all essential information into a compact yet detailed summary and by keeping processes transparent, enhances your creative potential. Simply drag and drop the various effect and filter modules, surround panner and modulators displayed in the browser into your virtual rack and create distinctive, iindividual instruments. 
 
Native Instruments Kontakt 2 - Powerful New Engine and Universal Import

The highly advanced new sample engine delivers sparkling sound quality and performance-enhancing efficiency that exceeds all expectations. Having established its place in studios and on stages all over the world, the next generation of this state-of-the-art sampler supports almost every single professional hard and software sample format making it a truly global player. Not to mention the huge, high-quality library that is already part of Native Instruments Kontakt 2.

Native Instruments Kontakt 2 - New Features

Native Instruments Kontakt 2 is equipped with numerous new features and enhancements making sampling yet more versatile and efficient.

An Overview of Native Instruments Kontakt 2's Most Important New Features:

•   New user-interface  
•   Surround sound  
•   Impulse Response effects  
•   Unlimited voices, 64-fold multi-timbrality  
•   Universal Import: compatible with some 30 sample and library formats  
•   KONTAKT Script Processor  
•   RAM-saving "Sample Purge" function  
•   Huge sample library  
•   Enhanced Multi Browser 

Native Instruments Kontakt 2 - All The New Features:
 
 
Native Instruments Kontakt 2 User Interface:

•   New design, enhanced user convenience and many additional functions  
•   Multiple Undo/Redo including an undo history  
•   Mapping and loop editors can be opened as separate, individual windows (stand-alone mode)  
•   Keyboard shortcuts for an efficient workflow  
•   Master section including global tempo settings, master tune and tuning tone, metronome  
•   A keyboard that can be toggled on and off 

Native Instruments Kontakt 2 - Import and Compatibility
 
Universal Import: Compatible with some 25 library formats (!) and 5 sample formats 

New and compact bank module allowing quick loading, playing and editing of up to 128 sample instruments. Instruments can be switched via Program Change 
 
Native Instruments Kontakt 2 - Surround Sound:

• Up to 16 channel surround sound (all formats) 
• Innovative surround sound panner with a flexible output cinfiguration 
• Imports WAV/AIFF surround samples (1-16 channels) 
• Surround optimized effects 
• Convenient mixer for the multi-channel output configuration of individual instruments (see output section) 

Native Instruments Kontakt 2 Audio Engine:

• New, high-performance audio engine with unlimited voices and 64 fold multi-timbrality per instance 
• RAM-saving “Sample Purge” function, allowing samples not being used in the arrangement to be removed from the RAM 
• Multiprocessor and AltiVec support ensuring top performance 

Native Instruments Kontakt 2 - Custom Modules, Filters and Effects:

KONTAKT Script Processor: Program individual modules using a simple script language. Create ingenious instruments with the scripts already included in the library; for example exotic instrument simulations, authentic piano pedal simulators, chord generators, arpeggiators, dynamic tuners and much more. Up to 5 script processors simultaneously per instrument are possible. 
 
High-quality Impulse Response delivering authentic, real-life reverb and effects. Includes a wide selection of impulse responses from real concert halls, echo chambers and more. Other impulse responses can also be imported. 

Two additional synthesizer filters: PRO-53 filter (classic analog) and the 4-Stage Ladder filter (modelled on one of the most popular 3 oscillator synthesizers). 

New multi-effect modules (located in the group insert, insert effect and send effect sections) allow a particularly easy and space-saving combination of up to 8 effects per module. Effects can be arranged in any order desired and multiple instances of the same effect are also possible. 

Native Instruments Kontakt 2 Browser:

• Powerful Multi-Browser with dozens of convenient functions:
  • 1. File Browser: covering the entire hard drive and includes an import context menu
  • 2. Database/Favorites Browser: for frequently used folders in the following caregories: samples, instruments, multi-instruments, banks (128 instruments). A powerful search feature is also included
  • 3. Structure Browser: displays the sampler structure and also includes a navigation function allowing modules (that are in use) to be located quickly and easily.
  • 4. Module Browser: browse, select, drag and drop effects, filters, internal and external modulators as needed. Detailed module descriptions are also displayed.
  • 5. Automation Management: Manages MIDI and host automation 

Native Instruments Kontakt 2 - Mapping, Looping and Group Management

• Enhanced loop editor with simplified loop slicing functionality. Multi-channel compatibility allowing surround samples with up to 16 channels to be displayed.
• REX/Apple loops including slice information are supported.
• An even more helpful mapping editor with an additional list view
• New group editor allowing sample groups to be assigned and organised easily. Group settings can be copied onto other groups and into other instruments. 

Native Instruments Kontakt 2 - Output Configuration

• Global Mixer controlling the volume of all instruments and allocation of output channels. Up to 4 additional Aux Effects per output configuration

Native Instruments Kontakt 2 - The New Instrument Library 

Native Instruments Kontakt 2 includes a comprehensive sample library overflowing with top-quality instruments: a selection of orchestra instruments taken from the exceptional Vienna Symphonic Library, an excellent grand piano, authentic electric pianos, acoustic instruments, electronic as well as acoustic drum kits, drum and instrument loops and a whole lot more. Furthermore, the library also contains several instruments that make specific use of the revolutionary Native Instruments Kontakt 2 Script processor. For example, guitar and orchestra instruments that emulate particular playing styles with unprecedented precision.

Create unusual instruments using the dozens of scripts already in the library or write your own. An extensive selection of impulse responses is also included, allowing the reverb of real-life concert halls and echo chambers to be re-created authentically – or use it to generate some extraordinary special effects.

The instruments and samples in the library are courtesy of Vienna Symphonic Library, East West, Zero-G, Sonic Implants, Northstar, Native Instruments and others

In addition to all of the above, Native Instruments Kontakt 2 also contains numerous detailed improvements ensuring a faster, more efficient and more creative workflow.

Native Instruments Kontakt 2 Product specifications and design are subject to change.

Native Instruments Kontakt 2 Top Features

• New: 192 KHz, 32-bit sample engine with 64 fold multi-timbrality and unlimited voices. 
• New: Brand-new, intuitive user-interface offering dozens of innovative features 
• Flexible, modular architecture ensuring all specific, individual needs are met 
• New: Advanced surround sound features allowing up to 16 channel mix-downs 
• New: KONTAKT Script Processor for profound engine and feature customization 
• New: Impulse Response effects adds real-life reverb characteristics to the sound 
• 5 different sample modes: Classic, Tone, Time I and II as well as Beat machine 
• New: Detailed browser functionality affording a concise overview of essential information 
• New: Universal Import ensures compatibility with virtually every sample and library format 
• Effects, filters and modulators as well as Group, Mapping and Loop editors for easy use of zones and slicing loops.

Native Instruments Kontakt 2 - Import and Compatibility
 
Native Instruments Kontakt 2 is compatible with the following file formats:
GigaStudio™, Akai™ S-1000™/S-3000™, EXS24™, HALion™, MachFive™, AIFF, WAV, .S™, .SND™, .KSF™, SoundFont2™, SampleCell™, REX I & II™, BATTERY 1 & 2™, SDII™, LM4™, Reaktor™, ACID™, Unity™, Apple Loops™, Emu EOS™, ESi™, Roland S-5x, S-7x™, Kurzweil™, Reason NN-XT™, Akai MPC™, Akai S-5000/S-6000™, Pulsar™, Beat Creator™, DR-008™, Ensoniq™, Akai MESA™

Native Instruments Kontakt 2 Interfaces
 
MAC:

•   VST®  
•   Audio Units™  
•   Core Audio™  
•   Core MIDI™  
•   RTAS™

WIN:

•   VST®  
•   RTAS™  
•   DXi™  
•   ASIO™  
•   Direct Sound™
   

Native Instruments Kontakt 2 System Requirements:
 
Native Instruments Kontakt 2 Mac Requirements

Minimum: Mac OS X 10.2.6, G4 800 MHz, 512 MB RAM, DVD drive
Recommended: Mac OS X 10.3 or higher, G5 1.8 GHz, 1.0 GB RAM, DVD drive

Native Instruments Kontakt 2 PC Requirements

Minimum: Win XP, Pentium III/Athlon 1 GHz, 512 MB RAM, DVD drive
Recommended: Win XP, Pentium IV/Athlon 3 GHz, 1 GB RAM, DVD drive 

Native Instruments Battery 3

Native Instruments Battery 3 - The Definition of Drums
Native Instruments Battery 3 is the professional standard for drums and percussion. The latest version of the acclaimed drum sampler fuses an extensive library with functionality and simplicity. A powerful new engine and a host of sound shaping options deliver tight, punchy drums while the user-friendly interface guarantees instant access and complete control. Whether electronic or acoustic, Native Instruments Battery 3 will have your drums rolling in no time.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Drummer's Delight
Native Instruments Battery 3 is armed with an extensive sample library. Over 100 professional kits cover an incredibly broad spectrum of musical styles. From authentic acoustic kits to contemporary electronic collections and ethnic percussion from all over the globe, every genre is represented. Compatibility with most standard sample formats allows seamless integration of virtually any third party libraries. Native Instruments Battery 3 is the definition of drums.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Adaptive Interface
At the heart of Native Instruments Battery 3 lies the cell matrix, bigger and more versatile than ever before. With up to 128 sample cells, it is now fully customizable – define the number of cells, rows and columns to fit your exact needs. Color-code or select multiple cells for quick and easy management. Step through all your drums of a particular type and pre-listen samples within the current kit. Native Instruments Battery 3's flexible nature ensures the perfect setup for any situation.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Precision Performance
Native Instruments Battery 3 offers a wide range of sound shaping features, both for individual cells and on a global level. Adjustable articulations, such as flam, humanize and roll, add a natural feel to your rhythms. The time stretching feature allows samples to be sculpted and loops to be adjusted to the correct tempo. Native Instruments Battery 3 infuses all your percussive elements with an unmistakeable flavour.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Basics

Native Instruments Battery 3 is equipped with a comprehensive set of features that make producing drum tracks a truly intuitive process. Parameters and files can be accessed easily and quickly ensuring an efficient and creative work flow.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Basic Operation and Layout
The basic layout of Native Instruments Battery 3 is divided horizontally into two main sections and the header bar:

• The header: Loading and saving kits, setting master tempo and volume
• The Cell Matrix: displays between 16 and 128 sample cells
• The Edit Pane: containing browser, cell edit, effects and sound-editing parameters

Operating Native Instruments Battery 3 is a fast and intuitive process. Select an individual cell or multiple cells and all the associated sound parameters are displayed in the lower section of the interface. A vast array of settings can be changed quickly and easily: filter, compressor, pan, pitch, outputs, modulations, envelopes and the list goes on. Alter these settings and you can hear, and see, the effects in real-time.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Variable Cell Matrix
Native Instruments Battery 3's intuitive interface truly is a case of plug and play. Simply arrange your drums in up to a total of 128 sample cells and create whole new drum kits in a matter of seconds. Rearrange the sample cells or customize the cell matrix itself: Up to 8 rows with between 4 and 16 sample cells per row ensure your drum kit is presented in the most economic and practical manner. A real space saver. The small triangle button just below the bottom right-hand corner of the cell matrix toggles the Edit Pane on and off - saving still more screen space.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - The Sample Cells and Drum Cells
Mute, solo and adjust key parameters for individual sample cells, groups of sample cells or entire rows and columns of sample cells. The "Cell" panel in the Edit Pane displays all relevant information with respect to the basic MIDI information, voice groups, key range, name and similar parameter settings for the currently selected sample cell or group of sample cells. Right clicking (ctrl-click) on a sample cell calls up a context menu, allowing you to load samples into the sample cell, copy and paste, re-arrange, save sample cells and more. You also have the option of browsing through the drum cell library and choosing from a huge selection of over 2500 drum cells – specialized drum sounds that are based on multiple drum samples and specific parameter settings.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Edit Pane
The edit pane allows further editing of individual samples or entire drum cells. Drum sounds can be finely edited using the mapping and sample editors and the drum cell setup page allows articulations and the like to be added.

An effects section for each individual sample cell plus a master effects section for the full drum kit ensure you find just the right sound and tonality. The browser affords easy access to samples, cells and entire kits. Third party sample formats such as Apple Loops, REX, Akai, EXS and many more can of course be imported, guaranteeing Native Instruments Battery 3's compatibility with just about every drum sample available.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Kit Management
Use the kit management tool to quickly load and save entire drum kits. The library's "Fast Load" menu browses the kits located in the Native Instruments Battery 3 library folder. Use this menu or the "Next" and "Previous" buttons to quickly navigate through the entire kit library.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Articulations

Native Instruments Battery 3 is the first sampler that includes a set of advanced articulations and performance features, making your drum tracks more realistic than ever before. The articulations include drum rudiments and playing styles that add a truly individual touch. Cell setup and humanize make over quantized tracks sound far more authentic and the MIDI Echo adds a further creative dimension to each separate cell.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Drum Rudiments

The articulation section includes 10 different drum rudiments that make Native Instruments Battery 3 a world-class drummer. Each articulation has its own set of parameters that can be varied to suit your style.

Flam, drag, roll, buzz, three stroke ruff, speed roll, muted, alternate and release stroke and the Geiger Counter all add that essential, realistic touch to your drums, that normally only a drummer could provide.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - MIDI Echo and Humanize

The MIDI Echo repeats the MIDI in note, either based on a fixed time or synced to the host or master tempo. Gravity slows down the time and tune changes the pitch of each repeated note.

The combination of these two effects gives extra depth to your cells or entire kits and offers exiting new possibilities

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Velocity, Input Quantize and Cell Setup

Using the voice and choke groups adds a more natural feel to hi-hats. The cell activation with cycle round robin or cycle random will automatically switch between different samples or cells. Adjust the velocity per cell to fit you input interface (keyboard or drum controller) and use the input quantize to adjust the note on of a cell based on a time grid.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Sound Shaping

Native Instruments Battery 3 is armed with an arsenal of powerful and flexible effects. Dedicated multi-mode filters, equalizer, compressor, lo-fi, saturator and more for each and every cell offer the versatility and quality needed to bring your drums to life. The master effects (equalizer, limiter, compressor, delay and two types or reverb) guarantee your drums a production-ready and cohesive sound.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Master Effects

Don't want the headache of having to deal with extra plug-ins or additional effects? Just use Native Instruments Battery 3's internal limiter, compressor, equalizer to master your kit for final production. Or add a tempo synced stereo delay with individual send levels per cell.

The integrated reverb effect has two modes: one algorithmic reverb and a convolution-based reverb for a more authentic sound. You can even drag samples directly from the matrix onto the convolution display and load it as an impulse. For example, try dragging a snare sample onto the convolution display and listen to how a full drum kit sounds when played through a snare.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Cell Effects

• Flexible Filters: Each sample cell has a dedicated, multi-mode filter section including presets that have been optimized specifically for drum sounds. Use the 16 individual types of filters and eq’s to tweak each individual drum hit and achieve the precise sound needed, giving your productions the creative edge. Link filter parameters to the modulation section to obtain some dynamic, constantly changing results. The filter cut-off and resonance parameters, for instance, are particularly well suited as modulation destinations.
• Powerful Compressor: Beef up your sound. Included in BATTERY 3 is one powerful compressor per sample cell allowing you to control and manipulate the dynamic range, making sure that every individual drum sample packs just the right punch. Try using the bypass switch to compare the compressed and non-compressed sound; you will often find that just a small amount of compression will result in a fat sound without it being over-powering.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Saturation, Bit Reduction, Re-Sampling Effect...

This module affects any selected cells, and provides a broad range of modifications.

• Tune: changes the pitch of the selected cell. The range of three octaves up or down allow for some serious sound design effetcs.
• Saturation: can give a sound a lot more punch and attack. Negative saturation can also be set, allowing it to work much like an expander.
• Bits: allows for some retro, lo-fi sounds. Sets the bit resolution between 1 and 16 bits. Emulate the old school digital equipment or try out some "sci-fi fractional" bit reduction.
• Hertz: is another outstanding candidate to be used as a modualtion destination. Hertz sets the sample rate bewteeen 15.8KHz and 1KHz, achieving some clangy, metallic sound effects.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Sound Editing

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Wave Editor
The graphical wave editor lets you edit your sounds in minute detail (down to the single sample level). Cut, copy, paste, normalize, reverse and more - adjust the sounds fit to your exact needs. Or use the wave editor to experiment with the samples while just editing parts of the waveform. If you are not happy with the changes you make, simply click the “original” button and the sample is returned to its original state.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Looped Samples
The Loop section adds an important effect to Native Instruments Battery 3: the ability to loop a section of the sample. You can choose up to four sections to loop as well as the number of times each section is repeated. This feature allows Native Instruments Battery 3 to extend percussion sampling beyond mere "one-shot" sample playback into sustained sounds. Let the sample evolve over time and be further modified by envelopes adding an even greater dynamic element to the sound.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Mapping
The graphical mapping editor offers an intuitive way to load samples and arrange them on the different velocity layers within a sample cell. In the map view, samples display additional parameters defining how they are triggered and crossfaded etc, particularly realistic drum cells dynamics, for example, respond to the way in which they are being played. Tune, volume and pan can be adjusted individually per sample, so that smooth transitions are ensured.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Automate and Modulate
Give your rhythm section a life of its own. The sophisticated modulation features in BATTERY 2 offer the potential to keep your drum tracks dynamic by adding constant yet subtle changes to the way in which the samples are played. Use the integrated, freely assignable LFOs, envelopes and other sources to modulate up to 8 destinations per cell simultaneously. Manipulate the velocity, key position, pitchbend, aftertouch, release velocity, volume envelopes, pan, pitch sample start and a whole host of other parameters for every individual hit. Witness endless variations in the sounds and rhythms - lend your drums and percussion a truly human touch.

As these modulation sources can also be MIDI controllers, it's possible to feed signals from external hardware MIDI fader boxes and manipulate the sound as a real-time performance. Alternatively you can use the automation feature in plug-in mode to record automation data for later playback.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Loop Machine

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Preview and Import
Native Instruments Battery 3 can now be used as loop production machine. You can preview beat loops synced to the master or host tempo directly within the browser: simply select the loop file and enable the sync option. Finding a loop that fits perfectly into your song has never been easier. Importing sliced loops can be done in one of two different ways:

• Drag and drop a loop onto a cell and play back the whole loop synced to host tempo
• Import all slices of a loop into separate cells. This method allows you to adjust the character of each slice individually and edit the rhythm itself.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Stay in Sync
While all loops can be synced within the browser preview and after importing, it doesn't stop there. Native Instruments Battery 3 is also able to sync the LFOs, the MIDI echo and delay effect, so that even after changing the master tempo everything stays in sync with your song. If you want to experiment with these sync settings, you can also change the signature or set each individual loop to double or half speed.

The input quantize and retrigger functions also lend themselves particularly well to being used in a live context. Input quantize set every MIDI "note on" to the next bar, quarter or half note, depending on your setting. You can even quantize the length of each note and retrigger a cell. This feature in combination with the latch function, which keeps a note playing until you retrigger the same key, makes Native Instruments Battery 3 the perfect loop machine for live playback.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Four to the Floor
While most other samplers only support one beat loop format, Native Instruments Battery 3 supports all 4 major formats, granting you access to a universe of loops from other sound manufacturers.

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Top Features

• Comprehensive and powerful drum sampler based on a next generation sample engine
• New 12 GB sample library: over 100 drum kits with over 23,000 individual samples and over 2,600 categorized drum cells covering all musical styles
• Improved workflow and usability, fast and intuitive access to all parameters. 8 step-by-step video tutorials included
• Fully customizable cell matrix: freely definable rows and columns with up to a total of 128 sample cells
• Improved cell effects and a new master effects section
• Performance articulations: roll, flam, buzz, right hand, etc.
• Beat synchronisation with loop import for Apple Loops™, REX™, Acid Wave™ and Beat Creator™
• Time stretching feature per cell for creative sample manipulation
• Graphical waveform now allows samples to be edited on-the-fly
• Sample Purge keeps RAM load to a minimum

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Import and Compatibility

Battery™ 1 & 2, Recycle™ I/II, AKAI™ S-1000, Apple Loops™, EXS24™, Wav/Aiff/Snd, GigaStudio™, Kontakt 1.x, HALion™ 1 & 2, Kompakt/Intakt, LM4 mk1 & mk2, Reaktor™ MAP,

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Interfaces

• System:
• Core Audio™, Core MIDI™, DirectSound™
• Plug-in:
• Stand-alone, Audio Units™, VST®, RTAS™, DXi™, ASIO®

Native Instruments Battery 3 - Interfaces

• System:
• Core Audio™, Core MIDI™, DirectSound™
• Plug-in:
• Stand-alone, Audio Units™, VST®, RTAS™, DXi™, ASIO®

Native Instruments Battery 3 - System Requirements

• Mac OSX 10.4.x, G4 1.4 GHz, 512 MB RAM
• Win XP, Pentium 1 GHz, 512 MB RAM
• DVD Drive
• Minimum installation: 200 MB
• Full installation: 14 GB
• Universal Binary for Mac included!

Native Instruments Akoustik Piano

Just about every musician and producer has dreamt of owning a priceless grand piano. Some dreams come true – Native Instruments Akoustik Piano delivers the sound of three of the most famed grand pianos and a charismatic upright. Thanks to a meticulous recording process coupled with the KONTAKT 2 sample engine and integrated convolution module, the four pianos shine with an unparalleled sound quality and an unrivalled, seamless velocity gradient.

Native Instruments Akoustik Piano - Grand Slam
Native Instruments Akoustik Piano fuses the sampled sound, expressiveness and playability of three of the most reputable grand pianos – the Steinway D™, Bechstein D 280™ and Boesendorfer 290 Imperial™ – as well as the charismatic Steingraeber 130™ vintage upright piano into one application. Native Instruments Akoustik Piano covers the entire range of piano sounds and styles, transfusing the sonic characteristics and subtle tonal nuances of all four into your computer – the perfect complement for studios, rehearsal rooms, schools, stages and clubs.

Three first class grands and one upright in a single, compact software instrument 

Native Instruments Akoustik Piano - Under The Lid
Native Instruments Akoustik Piano is the new benchmark in sound quality, capturing the full body and feel of the originals with unprecedented authenticity. The latest recording technology as well as a specially developed microphone setup was used for all 4 pianos. The result is a uniquely warm, transparent and flexible sound that delivers the same distinctive character of each individual piano in exacting detail and can still be adjusted to meet specific needs.

Native Instruments Akoustik Piano - Intelligent Ivory
Native Instruments Akoustik Piano plays and responds exactly as real pianos do. The keys were sampled at varying velocities and great care was taken to capture the entire sustain and release phases. The brand new Layer Morphing Technology generates a seamless dynamic gradient. The characteristic resonances caused by use of the pedals can be adjusted as can the subtle mechanical noises of the pedals and keys themselves. From perfect pianissimo to forceful fortissimo, this instrument delivers the same breadth and depth of tone as the originals.

Native Instruments Akoustik Piano - Enchanting Ebony
Native Instruments Akoustik Piano has a first-class integrated convolution module, allowing highly authentic spatial characteristics to be added to the sound. Place the piano in a studio, jazz club, concert hall and a cathedral or use the dry signal as it is. The acoustic parameters of these spaces, such as the size, can also be manipulated. From the close mic setup of a jazz combo to the more ambient nature of classic solo performance, Native Instruments Akoustik Piano covers the whole spectrum.

Native Instruments Akoustik Piano - Top Features

• 3 famous grand pianos and 1 vintage upright piano
• Extremely intuitive and clearly structured user interface
• Integrated convolution module for high-quality controllable room acoustics
• 4 different room types with distinctive characteristics
• Exceptionally high sample quality incl. sustain and release phases
• "Layer Morphing Technology" ensures a seamless velocity gradient
• Highly efficient sample engine based on KONTAKT 2, including Direct from Disk
• Adjustable mechanical noises of pedals and keys
• Integrated metronome, recorder and flexible 3-band EQ
• Keyboard velocity curve allowing response to be adjusted for different master keyboards

Native Instruments Akoustik Piano - Interfaces

Stand-alone, Audio Units™, RTAS™, VST®, DXi™, Core Audio™, DirectSound™

Native Instruments Akoustik Piano System Requirements

• Mac
  • OS 10.3
  • G4 800 MHz
  • 512 MB RAM
  • DVD Drive
  • 17 GB free hard disk space
• Windows
  • XP
  • Pentium 1 GHz / Athlon XP 1.4 GHz
  • 512 MB RAM
  • DVD Drive
  • 17 GB free hard disk space

Native Instruments Akoustik Piano Recommended System

• Mac
  • OS 10.4
  • G5 1.8 GHz
  • 1 GB RAM
• Windows
  • XP
  • Pentium IV / Athlon XP 3 GHz
  • 1 GB RAM

Native Instruments Elektrik Piano

Native Instruments Elektrik Piano fuses the four most legendary electric pianos of the last century into one charismatic software instrument. Native Instruments Elektrik Piano reproduces the beloved electro-magnetic sounds of the Fender Rhodes™ MK I and MK II, the Hohner Clavinet™ and the Wurlitzer™ piano with unparalleled authenticity and charm – making it an essential companion for studio and stage.

Native Instruments Elektrik Piano is based on the powerful Kontakt sampling technology, which allows for highly realistic and dynamic reproduction of the original instruments. Sophisticated multisampling delivers outstanding sound quality - each key of the original instruments was sampled with the full release phase and in various velocities. Special release samples also add to that authentic vintage piano feeling. To secure pristine audio quality, carefully selected high-quality tube preamps and world-class A/D converters were used in the sampling process.

Each of the four e-pianos in Native Instruments Elektrik Piano is represented with a broad range of presets, which can be combined to form individual performance sets. These can be recalled quickly by MIDI controllers or function keys, which is especially suitable for live usage.

The clear and attractive user interface of Native Instruments Elektrik Piano allows for easy and convenient operation without taking up too much valuable screen real-estate. For each instrument, Native Instruments Elektrik Piano also offers different effect modules for maximum flexibility and authenticity - including chorus, phaser, reverb and tremolo.

Native Instruments Elektrik Piano unites the four most beloved E-pianos of all time into one high performance software instrument, which reproduces in exacting detail the sounds of the Fender Rhodes MK ITM and MK IITM, Hohner Clavinet E7TM, and the Wurlitzer A 200TM. To this day these vintage classics possess a magical allure, and with Native Instruments Elektrik Piano these sounds are playable from any laptop or desktop computer.
 
Professional sample engine

Native Instruments Elektrik Piano is based on the award winning high performance sampling technology from Native Instruments, making for an unrivalled authentic playback of the original instruments. Each individual key of the hardware predecessors has been meticulously sampled to include the entire release phase and at various velocity levels. Release samples reproduce the sound made when a key is released, enhancing authenticity and playability.

Depending on the instrument, Native Instruments Elektrik Piano offers various effects for creating instrument-specific effect sounds, including chorus, reverb, phaser, and tremolo. Each instrument also includes a wide selection of ready-to-play presets, which can be grouped into individual performance sets for quick recall of presets during live performance using the computer function keys or a MIDI controller. Altered sound settings can be saved as new presets. 
 
For stage and studio

Impressive sound, uncomplicated operation, and support for all professional interfaces make Native Instruments Elektrik Piano the first choice for studio and stage. Whether standalone or as a plug-in with multiple instances in a sequencer – Native Instruments Elektrik Piano combines the classic sounds of these vintage E-pianos with the power of modern computer-based music production.

Sound Examples
MP3 Demo Songs played with Native Instruments Elektrik Piano (MP3, 192 kbps). 

MK 1 Demos:
DANCE ON FIVE (0:33 / 764 KB) is dedicated to another genius of our time, Herbie Hancock, who influenced everybody out there with his incredible versatility.

KINDA BALLAD (0:36 / 836 KB) is devoted to David Foster and his trademark chorusing sound that can be heard on hundreds of productions over the last twenty years. A chorused version of the MK1 was used for this demo.

MK 2 Demos:
WANNA BE FUNKY (0:32 / 752 KB) could remind some of a very famous Stevie Wonder tune which was originally played on a Clavinet.

MY SPANISH FLAVOUR (0:46 / 1 MB) was made while thinking of Chick Corea and the strong Latin influence he gave to his music.

A200 Demos:
ARE U MAD (0:27 / 620 KB) – this demo shows off the A200’s funky side, with a typical panning/speaker rotation effect applied.

BREAKFAST IN BERLIN (0:39 / 912 KB) is strongly reminiscent of a famous Supertramp song. It was created with the essential A200 patch of the library and uses some slight reverb.

E7 Demos:
SWINGY (0:32 / 748 KB) – a laid-back swing groove, which elegantly shows off the clav’s unique staccato qualities and one-of-a-kind response characteristics.

BACK ON 70 (0:29 / 672 KB) was created in a funky 70´s style with the essential E7 patch of the library. It contains a bit of Native Instruments Elektrik Piano´s reverb.

Native Instruments Elektrik Piano Features

• Sample-based software instrument faithfully reproducing the sounds of Fender Rhodes™ MK I and MK II, Hohner Clavinet™ E7 and Wurlitzer™ A 200
• Based on the powerful Kontakt sampling engine
• Sophisticated multisampling with full-length samples captured in multiple velocities and special release-samples
• Up to 256 simultaneous voices for virtually unlimited polyphony
• Easy and intuitive user interface
• Integrated effects include Chorus, Phaser, Tremolo, Reverb and more
• Careful selection of highly playable presets included
• Configurable performance sets for quick recall
• Individual velocity curves to adapt to different keyboard characteristics

Native Instruments Elektrik Piano Supported Interfaces

• VST™
• Audio Units™
• RTAS™
• DXI™
• ASIO™
• Core Audio™
• DirectSound™

Native Instruments Elektrik Piano System Requirements

PC

• XP
• Pentium/Athlon 800 MHz
• 512 MB RAM

Mac

• Mac OS 10.2.6
• G4 867 MHz
• 512 MB RAM

Native Instruments B4 II

Authentic Software
The B4 software organ broke new ground when it was released in 2000 and was an instant success. It reproduces the sound of the legendary B3 and its rotary speaker cabinet with unmatched accuracy. Its expressiveness and immediate playability continues to amaze even the most experienced organ players. The Native Instruments B4 II raises the bar considerably, generating a much wider sonic range and a far richer, even more authentic sound.

Through The Tube
The latest version of this award-winning virtual organ sees the addition of many extra components. A tube amplifier and a selection of classic speaker cabinets offer you greater freedom of expression. Spring and studio reverb modules lend the sound more depth and atmosphere. From silky soft to relentlessly rockin', the sound is stunningly precise and more versatile than ever before.

Attention To Detail
From the drawbars, the vibrato and chorus to the tube distortion and rotary speakers, the Native Instruments B4 II delivers the sound of the original in incredible detail. The cross-talk between the tonewheels is adjustable and 11 additional tonewheel sets are also included: 'Cosmetically age' the B4 II or transform it into a Farfisa, a Vox Continental or an Indian Harmonium.

A Joy To Play
The Native Instruments B4 II is instantly playable. Its convenient Preset Manager coupled with a large selection of presets offer a wide range of styles. The new bass pedal legato and string bass features make using the foot pedals easy: a walking bass has never been simpler. The B4 II is a rounded, enthralling and easy-to-use software organ that instantly delights– start playing and you won't stop.

The additional tonewheel sets vastly expand the B4 II's sonic potential. Adjust the age of your B4 II: From factory-fresh to old and worn after years on stage - the choice is yours. Or turn the B4 II into a completely different organ altogether: the Farfisa, Vox Continental and Indian Harmonium are all included.

Additional Tonewheels
Integrated into the Native Instruments B4 II are additonal tonewheel sets, so you can make it sound like a B3 that is sparkling-fresh from the factory, or like it was more than 100 years old. You can even replace the B3-modelled tonewheels with those of a Vox Continental, a Farfisa Compact, or a Harmonium to give your B4 a totally new character.

Vox Continental 

The classic British Vox Continental organs were played by many of the great bands in the sixties and seventies, such as The Doors, The Animals and The Monkees.
We have extracted the tones from the Vox Continental and converted them into B4 Tonewheel data to change the B4 into the classic transistor combo organ. Choose from three Vox Tonewheel Sets: Soft, Hard, and Mix, which faithfully correspond to the different tones sounds of the original Vox.

Sound example Vox MP3 (0.6 MB)

Farfisa Compact 

The highly-collectable Farfisa Compact was played by Pink Floyd, Jean-Michel Jarre, and Blondie. Included on this CD are 2 Tonewheel Sets, one with the Farfisa's Tone Booster switch activated and one with it off.

Sound example Farfisa MP3 (1 MB)

Indian Harmonium 

For something a bit unusual we have also taken an Indian Harmonium and converted its reed sound into a B4 Tonewheel Set.. With just one or two drawbars pulled out and lots of pumping on the expression pedal, the B4 sounds quite close to a real Harmonium. With more drawbars, vibrato-chorus, and the rotator turned on, it’s something else!

Sound example Harmonium MP3 (1.1 MB)

Master Tune
Classic tonewheel organs were limited to a fixed tuning, since the tonewheels run at a fixed synchronous speed that cannot be changed. The only way to change the master tuning is to change the transmission ratios in the tonewheel generator. That’s completely impractical in hardware but easily achieved with the B4's replaceable tonewheel generator. With Native Instruments B4 II we are now offering the B3 Classic Tonewheel Set in versions tuned to 436Hz, 444Hz, 448Hz, and 452Hz to complement the standard 440Hz tuning.

The Ageing Process
The filter capacitor in Hammond tonewheel generators deteriorate with age, which over time leads to an increase in leakage and rattle in the basic tone sound. At Native Instruments, we have found a way to artificially age the tonewheel sound. We can also run the process backwards to rejuvenate the tonewheels. To simulate B3 organs with different degrees of aging we offer Tonewheel Sets with varying amounts of purity or dirt:

B3 classic – well matured
B3 clean – good condition
B3 pure – better than on day one
B3 dirty – excessive ageing
B3 filthy – very crunchy
B3 trash – far beyond repair

Native Instruments B4 II Top Features

Authentic software version of the legendary tonewheel organ and rotary speaker
Plays and sounds exactly like its real-world role model
Play in stand-alone mode or use in the studio as a plug-in
New: Tube amplifier and speaker cabinets engineered using Dynamic Tube Response technology
New: Integrated spring and studio reverb units
New: More than 120 new presets and 11 alternative tonewheels sets
New: Intuitive MIDI controller integration including MIDI learn and controller templates
9 drawbars per manual and 6 drawbars for the pedals, adjustable keyclick and flexible percussion
New: Pedal legato and string bass modes make sophisticated playing techniques easy
Scanner vibrato/chorus, rotary speaker, and tube amp distortion and overdrive

Native Instruments B4 II Interfaces

Stand-alone, Audio Units™, VST®, RTAS™, DXi™, Core Audio™, DirectSound™, ASIO®

Native Instruments B4 II System Requirements

Mac OS X 10.3.x, G4 733 MHz, 256 MB RAM

Windows XP, Pentium III/ Athlon 700 MHz, 256 MB RAM

Native Instruments B4 II Recommended System

Mac OS X 10.4.x, G4 1 GHz, 512 MB RAM

Windows XP, Pentium III/ Athlon 1.5 GHz, 512 MB RAM

Native Instruments FM8

Native Instruments FM8 - Contemporary Classic
FM synthesis has played a huge role in music culture over the last few decades. The Native Instruments FM8 picks up where its award-winning predecessor, the FM7, left off taking FM synthesis even further. Native Instruments FM8's emphasis on ease-of-use brings a high degree of simplicity to the otherwise intricate process of FM synthesis. The powerful new audio engine delivers unsurpassed quality, generating a livelier, more energetic sound than ever before.

Native Instruments FM8 - Synthesis From The Start
A central aspect of Native Instruments Native Instruments FM8 is usability. The "Easy Edit Page" offers a clearly designed interface with simple controls that adjust more complex parameters automatically, allowing you to take a far more musical approach to FM synthesis. The more detailed editing pages have been improved for easier handling and are all accessible with just one click. Native Instruments FM8 lets you play straight away!

Native Instruments FM8 - Beyond Frequency Modulation
The Native Instruments FM8 offers an unprecedented range of features and effects. The classic metallic leads, crystalline chimes, tight basses and enchanting rhythmic sounds are just the beginning. A unique arpeggiator, a revolutionary sound morphing feature and a large selection of new, charismatic effects add countless sound-shaping possibilities. The sonic potential of Native Instruments FM8 goes well beyond the confines of conventional FM synthesis.

Native Instruments FM8 - Instilled With Inspiration
Included with Native Instruments FM8 are over 960 ready-to-play factory presets. From clean, dynamic, percussive sounds to pads, leads, brass and piano sounds, the presets exemplify the strengths of FM synthesis. Also included are a number of effect rack, sound morphing and arpeggio presets. The integrated KoreSound™ Browser makes managing the KORE-configured presets fast and easy. Simply search and you will find - instantly.

Native Instruments FM8 - New Features

Taking the lively energetic sound of FM synthesis, the Native Instruments FM8 adds untold flexibility and ease-of-use. Creative new features expand its sonic potential beyond all expectations – the sound of FM synthesis will never be the same again. The following is brief summary of the new and improved features in Native Instruments FM8.

Native Instruments FM8 - FM Made Easy
The FM8 is the ideal starting point for beginners into the world of FM synthesis: sounds can be quickly and easily altered using the intuitive controls on the "Easy Edit Page". The synthesizer is however equally suited to experts in the field: operator details and the full range of advanced, editable parameters are all available and accessible within a vastly improved hierarchy.

Native Instruments FM8 - The KoreSound Browser and KORE
All 900 presets have been pre-configured for use with KORE and categorised as KoreSounds. The KoreSound Browser brings a high degree of simplicity and speed to the task of finding and managing presets. Browse and filter according to a number of different sonic criteria and attributes or just enter a keyword or phrase in the free search mode – the results are displayed instantly.

Native Instruments FM8 - Morphing Sounds
The sound morphing feature is incredibly simple yet unbelievably powerful. Just drag'n'drop sounds directly from the KoreSound Browser onto the four corners and you can now 'morph' your current preset with the timbres of the additional sounds you selected. The movements can of course be automated. An ingeniously creativ