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Native Access will not install Kontakt Player 8.5 which I need to run my new Session Guitarist libra
Hi, Hoping someone has some ideas here. I bought Session Guitarist Ruby which requires Kontakt/Kontakt Player 8.5. I had Kontakt Player 8.1 installed so I opened Native Access to try to update to the latest version (which I am assuming is v8.5 based on the above requirement for Ruby). Lo and behold Native Access is telling…
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Kontakt 7 & 8 (latest) causes Mac kernel panic and reboots M3 Studio Ultra
Kontakt 7 & 8 will not work on my Mac m3 studio ultra (Sequoia 15.6). When I launch Kontakt 7 or 8 within my DAW the Mac completely shuts down and resets. The stand alone I just get an error stating "Kontakt 8 quit unexpectedly" immediately after launching the app. I never see the kontakt window. The plugins crash my…
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Kontakt Drummer panning reversed: How can I "rotate" the drums by 180 degrees?
Can someone explain to me why the drums (e.g. Abbey Road 80s Drummer) are panned in such a way that it is done from the drummer's perspective and not from the perspective of the audience in front of the stage? What is the point of this? Is there an option that I haven't found yet where you can acoustically "rotate" the…
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Synth based update load failure
Hi all ever since updating native access, every synth based Kontakt instrument update is failing. I have all the sample based instruments on an external hard drive and all the synth based instruments in the applications folder in their own individual folders . I have all the permissions on and other updates are working.…
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Why my pc crash using Kontakt 8 plug-in?
Hi everyone, I bought Kontakt 8 yesterday and I can open it on my pc (MacBook Air 2022, M2 chip, Sonoma 14.4) without any problem. But when I'm using Garage Band (last version 14.4) and I add the Kontakt plug-in, I can open the Kontakt 8 library and suddenly my Mac crash… Every time. I follow all the process perfectly from…
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Kernel Panic for Kontakt players 7 and 8 on a Mac Studio M2 Ultra
I have a Mac Studio M2 Ultra 192GB with Sequoia 15.5 Odyssey G9 Neo monitor. Computer will immediately reboot when I tried the following when executing the Kontakt 7 or the latest Kontakt 8 players: I have tried to set different resolutions on my G9 monitor (All of them), also, changed 60Hz or 120Hz refresh rate for the G9…
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custom leap instrument not displayed correctly (KT-11173)
Hello, I encounter a problem while using the latest Kontakt update (8.7.1) I created a custom leap instrument: the first time I load the project it displays correctly like shown in the screenshot below. Then when I close the Kontakt window and open it again the instrument content doesn't show anymore. However the leap…
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Leap expansion doesn't load performance view (KT-11173)
While loading any leap expansion instrument into Kontakt it loads sounds ok but it won't show it's performance view. Only blank grey rectangle where performance view should be. It started when I notices that there are some libraries missing in K8 so I rebuild Kontakt 8 database by deleting .db3 file and restaring…
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Kontakt Slow to load even before I load an instrument/Sample Library
Hi Guys. So I updated Kontakt. It was working fine before, but now it takes over 2 minutes, just to Load an empty Kontakt instance, before even Loading an instrument or Sample Library. I am using FL Studio 2025, all up to date. I even tried it in Reaper and Studio one. It takes the same amount of time. It also takes the…
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Where did Kontakt go?
Help! I recently purchased Kontakt8 and was having a ball using it it pro tools. long story short, I fired up pro tools on a track where I was using 3 instances of Kontakt 8 and Kontakt simply disappeared from my plug ins folder ruining the track that someone is paying me to write. im rolling the dice here, is it an easy…
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Icons for nki files associated with Kontakt 8 are not displayed
After updating from Kontakt 6 to Kontakt 8, I noticed in Windows Explorer that all nki file icons have turned completely white. ▼Kontakt 6 icons ▼Kontakt 8 icons It seems that the file association for icons is not working correctly in Kontakt 8. Does anyone know how to fix this issue?
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kontakt 8 is impossible to use
I have just spent the last hour uninstalling kontakt 8, and refinding the libaries that it had just disappeared, and refreshing the libraries back to kontakt 6 This is such a shame as the library i had bought was quite expensive, and wont work on any other versions of kontakt. i dont understand why kontakt 8 has to be this…
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Voicing concern for the future of multiscripts
I’m an avid user of multiscripts, as it allows me to endow, alter and remove features to an instrument which the developers might have overlooked or implemented in a cumbersome way. They are absolutely instrumental to my workflow, and one of the main reasons I still stick to Kontakt libraries. The flexibility it gives is…
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electric ruby deluxe very slow to load.
It is me or this library it takes ages, to load, to change from presets and overall a bad experience. I tried also on an empty project with only one track with Kontakt, and nothing, is border-line unusable for me. Anyone else having this issue?
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Noire VST sounds flat and low
Hi, Yesterday I bought Noire VST and tried to play it using my Yamaha-NP 30 connected in MIDI trough a Volt1 soundcard. The problem is that when I play with my keyboard it sounds very bad, notes are very low and flat, and with zero expression regardless how I press the keys. When I click on the virtual keyboard on the…
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We need a Cubase 15 Expression Map resource page for NI orchestral libraries
Expression Map Setup window in Cubase 15 Cubase 15 was released november 2025. With it came a new version of the Cubase expression maps. The expression maps allows orchestral libraries to be setup with controlling articulations in a more detailed and consistent way. We need a Cubase 15 Expression Map resource page for NI…
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EQ settings in Scarbee MM Bass somehow synced together
I just moved from Logic Pro X to Cubase and when I go into Kontakt and try to adjust one of the three EQ Settings (Bass, Middle, Treble) individually on the Scarbee MM BASS, all three settings are somehow synced together. So, if I move just the bass knob, both the middle and treble and also move. There must be some setting…
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Unable to edit instrument
I have Komplete 15 Standard and am going through the Kontakt 8 User Guide and I am trying out steps mentioned In Chapter 9. Classic View > Loading and Creating Instruments > Instrument Banks. I created a new Instrument Bank and in the configuration section (that opens after clicking the wrench icon) I have added a couple…
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No sound from Kontakt 8
Hi All, I finally had Kontakt 8 working fine in my Windows 11 PC. But now it just stopped working. I have no idea why. Every instrumnet loads fine, the keyborad pops up and the playable notes are in blue. Keys press down, but not a sound. There does seem to be several issues. The first is the only midi channell available…
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No Banks in Default or Library View for some Libraries
Hello, I could not find info about this but some libraries do not show banks but a big consolidated list in Default View or Library view. Only way to see the banks is switching to the classic view. Namely Strezov Brass, Cineperc etc. is there any solution for this? Is it up to the Library developer to update their library…
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No Snapshot Option when Kontakt loads in Studio One v7
Goal: Save A User Preset (Snapshot) in Kontakt 8.7.2 within Studio One DAW version 7. For anyone that uses Kontakt 8 stand alone, many of us know saving a Snapshot creates a User Preset by which we can draw upon later. However, In Studio One, the snapshot option doesn't exist. I was able to Export the custom settings as a…
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Why does Kontakt reset dynamics value whenever I close and reopen session in Logic Pro?
I bought Kontakt 8 yesterday and I ran into this problem. Whatever I set to be the dynamics value on an instrument, it will be back to minimum value when I restart the session. At first I thought this was a problem with a freebie orchestra instrument I was using, or something written to a midi event, but I tested and it…
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Kontakt 8 crashes in FL Studio when changing presets (KT-10738)
Hi NI Community! Does anyone else work with Kontakt 8 in FL Studio on MacOS (I have M2) and experience crashes when changing presets during the playback? I saw the same problem reported and solved for Kontakt 7 but it seems to appear again for Kontakt 8.
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Kontakt 8 can't load in Reaper
I have the latest version of Reaper. Upgraded to Kontakt 8.4.1 via current version of Native Access. now Reaper can see Kontakt 8, but it will not load in DAW. it loads fine as stand alone. this is the error message I get. The following effect plug-in could not be loaded: VST3i: Kontakt 8 (Native Instruments) (64 out)…
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Crash
I want to use Kontakt Player to Access Spitfire Symphony but it crashes whenever I try to open it. See below Translated Report (Full Report Below) Process: Kontakt 8 [32739] Path: /Applications/Native Instruments/*/Kontakt 8.app/Contents/MacOS/Kontakt 8 Identifier: com.native-instruments.kontakt-8 Version: 8.7.2 (8.7.2)…
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Circular 1.1.0 (engine 1.5) just broke all my projects! Pitch mapping + scale logic changed
I updated Circular on 11/14/25 to version 1.1.0, and inside Kontakt it now shows as engine version 1.5. After the update, every single one of my songs that uses Circular is suddenly out of tune. These projects all played correctly before the update. What I’m seeing now: MIDI notes that previously snapped to the selected…
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Kontakt 8 and KK MK3 keyboard not showing library pictures (although libraries available)
Hello! I've recently migrated to a new PC. I went through the process of downloading all my libraries via Native Access. They are all there and usable. However, in Kontakt (and KK, which I don't use as much), the library pictures do not display - instead, I get the 'whirring' cursor, as if they are loading. If I select one…
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Are old versions of instruments to keep?
I see that Kontakt 5 to 8 are available in my Komplete 15 Standard bundle — and Guitar Rig 5-7, Ozone 10-11, Glaze 1-2 too. Can I get rid of previous versions and keep only the newest, or do I have to keep them all for any reason?
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Custom loading script
Hello, Is it possible to create scripts for Kontakt 8 that reduce the loading time of multiple instruments simultaneously by specifying before loading which: split (range), dynamics (velocity/layers), and scale to load only the samples that will be used? Thank you
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Kontakt 8 & 7 issues
📢 Kontakt 8 / Native Access Issue: Libraries Disappearing and Consolidating into "NI Content" Folder Hi everyone, I'm having a persistent and frustrating issue with my Kontakt libraries, and it seems to be related to how Native Access and Kontakt 8 are handling my content paths. The Problem: My installed libraries are…
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Anyone been crazy enough to test MacOS 26 Tahoe with NI Komplete Soft- and Hardware?
Hello community, was anyone yet crazy enough to test out the compatibility of the NI Komplete 15 Software and the newer Hardware like Komplete Kontrol MK3 on the new MacOS 26 (Tahoe)? Any hint would be appreciated… Just would want to know, if it's a complete mess, or if there are just minor bugs… 😀
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Kontakt 8 VST3 plugin error in Ableton 12.1.10
Hi! The VST3 version of Kontakt 8 is not showing i the plugin window in Ableton. The AU version is visible and working fine. After some usual trouble shooting (as reinstalling both Kontakt8 and Ableton) I found an clue in the Ableton Live PluginScanner.txt: "VST3: check plugin at path: "/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST3…
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UI Issues with Komplete Kontrol, Kontakt 7+8 in fresh Sequoia installation
Hi, installed macOS Sequoia on a new SSD in my MacBook 11,5 (2015, Retina 15) and then installed all my Native tools and instruments via Native Access. Some tools work fine as previously on my macOS Monterey installation but some technically work (play instruments, open settings dialog, react to user interactions) but…
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Why do custom Presets saved in Kontakt 6 Full under Kontrol then only open in the latest Player?
Hi I have been following the "How to Save Custom Presets in Kontakt (FULL and PLAYER)" guide to save presets for later access in Komplete Kontrol (KK). https://support.native-instruments.com/hc/en-us/articles/209583289-How-to-Save-Custom-Presets-in-Kontakt-FULL-and-PLAYER On my system, I have Kontakt 6 FULL (K6F) and…
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Kontakt 8 display issue
Kontakt 8 used to work as expected, however with recent update to v8.7.2, I am experiencing two recurring problems. First, from within DAW (Bitwig 5.3.13), with an existing Kontakt 8 instrument on a track, when I select to open the Kontakt UI for the FIRST time for that track since starting the DAW, it displays Kontakt but…
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Maschine browser issues and more...
Has anyone ever experienced their Maschine 2 software suddenly not showing all of the projects you've saved in the "All Projects" user view in the browser? I recently opened Maschine 2 on my MAC M1 Pro and for some strange reason, the browser will not show all 1500+ projects I saved over the years, only about 50 of them…
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Kontakt Leap UI completely Missing
The UI for all Leap Kits which used to be there, is no longer there when I load it. Instead I get the Instrument header but none of the UI and controls. Again, to clarify, it DID work just fine. Also, the instrument plays but I have no access to the controls. It's just a vast expanse of blackness, mimicking the hollowness…
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[TIP] Fix for Sustain Pedal not working properly with Velocity Curve Tool
Hello, I wanted to post this here in case anyone else has run into this problem and needs a fix; When applying the Velocity Curve Tool in Kontakt 8 and using a sustain pedal connected to your keyboard, the Velocity Curve Tool will by default affect the sustain pedal making it behave improperly and thus unusable. Here's the…
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Lost instrument in Kontakt 8
Hello, today I was working on a project with some Kontakt 8 tracks (on Cubase 13) and all was as usual. Just as I want to change an instrument, I launch Kontakt 8 VST in my DAW but it doesn't list the instruments. So I close my daw and go to Nativ Access 2 to check if all is ok: yes, all is ok. I launch Kontakt 8 in…
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Kontakt Humanizer delay actually drops notes
Hi folks - just trying out the Kontakt 8 Humanizer to add random delays to notes, and I found that this feature actually drops notes in chords! This is not what I am looking for (I am human and my timing is off already, but I don't miss notes!) You can repeat by opening an instrument, loading the Humanizer tool, and turn…
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Kontakt discount
Hey, I am a student and cant afford Kontakt 8. I was wondering if there is any discount for it here? Happy for every help :)
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Kontakt 8 Libraries Blurry / Unusable on 2K Display (150% Scaling)
Hello everyone, I'm reaching out for help with a persistent display issue I'm experiencing with Kontakt 8 on my new high-performance laptop. The Problem When I load libraries into Kontakt 8, the plugin interfaces for those libraries are extremely blurry, pixelated, and difficult to use. I have isolated the cause: my…
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Kontakt crashes after inactivity
Hi guys! I've been experiencing an issue for the past year or two, where Kontakt crashes after a period of inactivity both in standalone and in DAW. So if any given Kontakt instance isn't receiving any active MIDI input for a period of time (starting at around 20-30 mins from my experience), it will crash. In standalone it…
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Windows Fix for 4k / HiDPI issue with Maschine Plugin hosting Kontakt
Abbey Road drummer instrument only opens in a tiny, unresizable window when running through Maschine 3 in a DAW (Ableton 12 in this case), and most of the controls can't therefore be reached. Anyone got a solution ?
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Mouse pointer constantly curls in Kontakt 8
Why does the mouse pointer constantly curl with a blue circle in Kontakt 8? It's really annoying and getting on my nerves! Here is my system (see image). I don't know what to do anymore. Can anyone help? I'm not a technical genius and the curling can't be captured with a screenshot. The mouse pointer works normally on…
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Kontakt Critical Failure – Please Help
I’m reaching out because my recent support request has gone unanswered. In the middle of a project, all of my registered libraries suddenly disappeared from the Kontakt instrument rack. When I tried to load them manually through the file browser, the libraries showed up as DEMO versions — and, of course, there’s no sound.…
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Instrument images missing since UI update
Since the UI update a couple (?) months ago, I've consistently had the same instrument images missing from the newly redesigned instrument-and-tools view. Everything looks fine in the browser-and-presets view; there, no images are missing for any of the instruments (that UI didn't change). I've tried deleting the…
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how do you get the Kontakt’s Band Ensemble plugin?
hello so I recently saw that in the blog post for The "110 best free Kontakt instruments in 2025" posted October 2 that there was a plugin called Kontakt’s Band Ensemble I have seen this plugin before and thought it looked interesting so when I clicked the link to download it took me to the Komplete start page witch I…
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Kontakt 8 license not appearing in Native Access
I have purchased Kontakt 8 from the Native Instruments website 2 days ago, using the same email address as my Native Access account. The product shows up in my account on the NI website, but it doesn’t appear in the Native Access app on my PC, so it seems that I can't use Kontakt 8. You can "add serial" on the Native…
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Database, still find myself using Kontakt 5
I understand the problem of the database they were using in previous version. Depending on your sample library, Kontakt took a long time to load but it was valuable tool when searching for samples in you collection. It seemed to load into memory for some reason. They completely removed the database option in 7 and 8. These…