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Most indispensable organizational tip I ever got
For the longest time, I didn't realize the Quick-Load catalog existed. For anyone not already in the know, you can organize your instruments, banks, and multis any way you like. For instance, I put all my favorite pianos in a virtual directory called (insightfully) "Pianos." If you wanted a pianos directory under another…
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Tip: Quickly Change Default VST Mixer Outputs
Kontakt's default VST outputs are a mess! To create 16 stereo outputs assigned to discreet VST outputs in your host by default (my favourite setup), do this: In the standalone app, hit ctrl/cmd+N 16 times, rename each instrument as desired. Save this as an .nkm. In your host, load up Kontakt and the .nkm file. Open your…
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Session guitars
I set voicings to "no voice generator", Than I can feed chords or melodies and great companion parts come out that work with whatever you are working with. I also switch keyswitches quite abit to make sure your tune sounds unique. I own all session guitars but 1, mint is my favorite,
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Tip: Use Batch Functions to create a channel per instrument
I prefer to use a single instance of Kontakt plugin with multiple instruments, in my DAW, rather than open up multiple instances of the plugin, containing a single instrument. A key trick is knowing about the Batch Functions in the Outputs View. I will configure Kontakt the way I want it, then use Batch Functions → Clear…
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Parameter Lock - the elektron way
Probably known, but still worth mentioning. In the world of sampled drum loops - being able to cook your own beat from single shots is a valuable, but difficult art to excel at. To get interesting and variated feel to the loop - I usually build my beats using the step sequencer on the machine, and then hold down the pads…
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Doubling the same guitar
To create a more realistic doubled electric guitar sound I use two techniques. The easiest, if you are a guitar player and only have one guitar, is to record the guitar part twice using a different preset in Guitar Rig. I'll start with a different genre for each guitar part, such as Alternative and Rock. Tweaking the drive…
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User presets in Factory tab in Komplete Kontrol
There is a workaround to get user presets to show up as factory presets in Komplete Kontrol: I'd love for NI to add support to KK to navigate both user and factory presets at the same time, but in the meantime this workaround makes navigating my presets a lot easier for me - especially presets I get from the User Library…
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Tip for K15 raffle
I find that restricting myself to using only one instrument for different voices gives a nice coherent vibe to the song. For example, if you're composing some ambient music, using Ethereal Earth for all the different pads works better than using different pads from different tools. Also, staying on the Komplete keyboard…
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Tips on how to make your projects load faster and more...
For my entry to the competition, which I Probably wont win… 1.Want to make your projects load faster when using kontakt 7? Bounce your track once your finished with the track layer and disable the track with kontakt on (will prevent Bitwig from saying plugin not responding) Use kontakt 6 or below Search youtube for a guide…
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Using Komplete 14 and Maschine MK3 alongside Traktor pro and Kontrol S8 for live performance
I have Komplete 14 CE and use a lot of the plugins in a Maschine template I have for my DJ sets. During performance I load a template which has groups of sounds preset for different performances, so I can play custom synths and drum/bass lines during my set. I also have a Maschine JAM which I use for easily controlling…
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Installation Solution
If you're experiencing issues with installing libraries, NI Uninstall RegTool_64bit.zip is your best friend. If Native Access isn't letting you delete, install or fix a library, use the RegTool, then don't be afraid to install your libraries manually. This can save your hours of pain and frustration.
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Tips to make the session guitarists sound the best they can be.
I love using the session guitarist sample libraries in my songs because it provides really easy and quick ways to get amazing sounding guitars that sound just like the real thing. However this is only if you know how to properly use them. When drawing out midi when using the melody part of the sample library, think about…
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Create your own unique Multi Instruments in Kontakt [Komplete 15 Giveaway Entry]
Hi everyone, I would like to share a little tip I like to do in Kontakt. A lot of you probably know this already but I like to load two or more instruments at once into Kontakt and create new interesting sounds that way. To do that simply drag one instrument into Kontakt and then add another one below that. Just make sure…
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[tips] using expression pedal for Thrill and Mysteria
I don't know if it's a good tip but it made my life easier and improved my use of certain instruments. I really like instruments that allow you to play with the XY axis, varying the sounds by applying certain effects smoothly. There are two that I use from Native Instruments: Thrill and Mysteria. Some atmosphere presets…
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Composing/Ideation tip -- Layering SW/HW from S-Series with Kontakt
To ideate or just to chill and play, I enjoy using my S88 with Komplete Kontrol in my DAW and simultaneously layering sounds with my hardware synths. For those working in-the-box and out-of-the-box, the S88 (or any of the Kontrol keyboards) works fantastically to control everything else around you. I'll often flip between…