Native Instruments Launches Exciting New Products: Komplete 15, Kontakt 8, and Kithara Sound Library
Native Instruments has unveiled a powerful suite of music production tools with the release of Komplete 15, Kontakt 8, and the innovative sound library Kithara. These updates are designed to enhance creativity for producers, musicians, and sound designers.
**Komplete 15** delivers an extensive range of music production capabilities, featuring over 50 newly added instruments, effects, and sound expansions. It is available in four unique versions:
- Komplete 15 Select: This entry-level edition is offered in three specialized formats – Beats (ideal for hip-hop and R&B), Band (perfect for songwriter’s creativity), and Electronic (tailored for electronic genres).
- Komplete 15 Standard: This version includes the powerful Kontakt 8 alongside over 95 instruments and effects, providing a comprehensive production toolkit.
- Komplete 15 Ultimate: A more extensive collection featuring over 150 instruments and effects, suitable for professional music production.
- Komplete 15 Collector’s Edition: This ultimate package boasts over 165 instruments and 120 sound expansions, making it the most complete option for sound creators.
**Kontakt 8** brings significant enhancements to Native Instruments’ renowned sample-based instrument platform. New features include:
- Chords and Phrases Tools for generating musical ideas effortlessly
- Leap, a looping and experimentation tool to ignite creativity
- Conflux, a unique instrument that seamlessly blends organic and synthetic sounds
The new **Kithara** sound library offers a rich selection of guitar and plucked string instrument sounds, featuring recordings of various guitars (including classical, flamenco, and steel) as well as unique string instruments like balalaika, cuatro, and ronroco. These sounds can be utilized to craft anything from simple plucks to intricate musical textures.
For a limited time, Native Instruments is offering a free copy of **iZotope’s Neutron 4 mixing software** to customers who make a purchase before September 30.
Those new to these innovative products can explore a free version called **Komplete Start**, which includes a curated selection of plugins, synthesizers, and essential effects.
Pricing Information
- Komplete 15 Select
- Komplete 15 Standard
- $599 / €599 – MSRP
- $199 / €199 – Update from Komplete 14 Standard
- Komplete 15 Ultimate
- $1199 / €1199 – MSRP
- $399 / €399 – Update from Komplete 14 Ultimate
- Komplete 15 Collector’s Edition
- $1799 / €1799 – MSRP
- $499 / €499 – Update from Komplete 14 CE
- Kontakt 8
- $299 / €299 – MSRP
- $99 / €99 – Update from Kontakt 7
- Kithara