Welcome back to our monthly roundup of incredible music and sound design crafted by the Native Instruments community. This August, we’re diving into a vibrant collection of tracks, free presets, and studio highlights that showcase the endless sonic possibilities with Maschine, Kontakt, Komplete Kontrol, Traktor, and Massive X Player. From high-flying beats to peaceful piano melodies, it’s time to get inspired.
@heavensam’s @heisrema remix on Komplete Kontrol
Get ready to bounce! @heavensam brings an infectious energy to a @heisrema track, using his Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol keyboard to create a vibrant remix. Watch him, pink fluffy hat and all, along with his crew, grooving to the beat.
@briizv’s lively Maschine set
Experience the raw creativity of @briizv as she takes us back to her roots with a captivating live Maschine set.
@zaagomusic’s Traktor techno set
Dive into the world of techno with @zaagomusic as he commands his studio with two Traktor modular controllers. This reel offers a glimpse into his creative process.
@mike_konstantinidis’ techno jam with Maschine
Hailing from Greece, DJ and Producer @mike_konstantinidis serves up some serious unreleased techno material on his Maschine. Watch him in his studio, masterfully crafting deep and driving beats that will get you moving.
@jonchristian1’s moving Liszt performance with Kontakt
Prepare to be moved by @jonchristian1’s beautiful rendition of Liszt’s “Consolation No.3.” Using a Kontakt piano library, he delivers a heartfelt performance from a bird’s-eye view, honoring the somber inspiration behind this classical masterpiece.
@druminem’s High-Flying Kuthu Beat on Maschine
Who said you can’t make music at 30,000 feet? @druminem takes “sky is the limit” literally with this incredible reel of him playing a Kuthu-inspired beat on his Maschine – mid-flight!
@d.m.tr.i’s Lofi Girl x Native Instruments Study Beat Challenge
Immerse yourself in the calming sounds of d.m.tr.i’s submission for the Lofi Girl x Native Instruments Study Beat Challenge. Featuring authentic rain sound recordings, this track is the perfect backdrop for focus and relaxation.
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Discover Pixelttuner’s melodic percussion preset for Massive X
Discover the intricate layers of Pixelttuner’s free “Tracked Melodic Perc” preset for Massive X. This dynamic sound started as an exercise in pushing the boundaries of key and velocity tracking, resulting in a versatile and highly playable melodic percussion patch. The demo track beautifully showcases its range and quality with just one instance of the patch.
Vollofi’s Raw Bass-Heavy Preset for Massive X
Get ready for some serious low-end power with Vollofi’s free “V-Engine Aggressive Bass” preset for Massive X. This raw and impactful sound is perfect for adding a commanding presence to your tracks.
Discord Studio Highlight: Oobesan
We caught up with NI Discord member and producer Oobesan to get a glimpse into their creative space and process.
What’s the one piece of gear you couldn’t live without?
Definitely my Kontrol MK3 S61.
What’s the weirdest or most unexpected thing in your studio right now?
I would say my oldie but goodie Kurzweil K2600X can do the weirdest stuff in my studio, which also includes the Arturia MikiFreak, Arturia PolyBrute, and a few toys (Novation Circuit, Korg Drum Volca, Korg Sample 2 Volca.
What advice would you give to someone setting up their first home studio?
Biggest pieces of advice I could give are to: 1) whenever possible, pick the best space possible in your home for your studio, rather than to take the “leftovers.” Your space should ideally take into account the shape and size, but also elements that are healthy, like sunlight! 2) The enemy of good is perfect. You can go down so many rabbit holes, trying to achieve perfect acoustics, perfect power management, etc. 3) Invest in a really good pair of studio monitors and an audio interface that is built for the long game (as many inputs as possible, durable, high quality preamps).
Keep creating music that moves
From lively performances to intricate sound design and inspiring studio setups, these creators truly embody what it means to make music with passion and innovation.
Feeling inspired? We want to see what you’re making! Share your tracks, presets, and studio moments using Native Instruments products on Instagram and tag them with #madewithNI for a chance to be featured in our next roundup. You can check out additional studio pics and chat with other Native Instruments users on our Discord server.
Keep creating, keep sharing, and who knows, you might just be in our September spotlight!
And if you’re looking to create music and share it for the first time, check out our free collection of instruments, effects, and plugins that are included in Komplete Start.
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