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The 99 euro Voucher
Yesterday I bought Kontakt 8, everyhtings fine - NI gave me a voucher of 99 euro to buy a NI instrument that's not on sale. I've tried to apply the voucher on 5 different instruments, but I only got the message that these aren't eligble. Can someone please tell me which instruments will work? Any list somewhere?
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Kontakt 8 unstable in FL Studio
Hi everyone, I have a recurring problem with Kontakt 8 in FL Studio: Each time I use multiple instances of Kontakt (one per FL pattern), at some point the plugin will become unstable. For instance, it will either stop functioning on random tracks (no sound), the volume fades until I barely hear the sound, or the Tools…
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Icon bass problem
Hello. I have a problem. I use Icon Bass in Kontakt 8 and when playing live it plays the pattern I want it, I record it and when playing back, no pattern is working, just the separate notes are heard.
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Position of Libraries in Kontakt 8 browser - where does Kontakt save the "position" in OSX?
I have several hundred different contact libraries (many third-party providers), which I carefully sort in the browser and put in a certain order. For example, I put all guitars, choirs, basses, drums in a row to access them quickly. My question: Where does Kontakt save the information of the position within the Kontakt…
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Kontakt 8 crashes in Cubase 14.0.32 Pro, 100% reproduce
Hello! I have found a 100% crash of Kontakt 8 (vst) when using it with Cubase 14.0.32 Pro Specs: Windows 10 Pro x64 Cubase 14.0.32 Pro Kontakt Player 8.4.1 video: Steps to reproduce: Create a brand new project in Cubase 14 Pro Create a rack instrument - Kontakt 8 Create 8 outputs for this rack instrument Open Kontakt 8,…
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Where to find nicnt file and playbox library?
It says use the location but, the one that I chose doesn't have the file. I clicked on how to fix this and the images that it has showed me is to select playbox.nicnt. the problem is I don't have this and I don't know where to get this and how to find it. I just got cello solo from spit fire and it required me to get…
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updated Electric Keys Phoenix and can't use it any more because I do not own Kontakt 8
Hi, I fell into the trap and installed the new version of Electric Keys Phoenix that only works within Kontat 8… does anybody know how I can get the older version that still works with Kontakt 7? Thx
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How to get non-player (Custom) libraries added to kontakt 7 into kontakt 8
I had added many non-player libraries to my Kontakt 7 as "Custom Libraries". Kontakt 8 does not show any of those in the main window. Where is that data for custom libraries stored for Kontakt 7. And why didn't the Kontakt 8 install carry those over?
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NI Komplete Kontrol S61 Mk3 version 1.9.4. - MAC OS Sequoia 15.3.2 compatibility?
Good afternoon, According to the "macOS 15 Sequoia Compatibility Statement", the NI Komplete Kontrol S61 MK3 is compatible with the OS Sequoia 15.3.2, but there are a lot of issues with the interface with the version 1.9.4 : The favorites button is not available. The keyboard display is not showing what I'm seeing on the…
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Why is my order 'Under Review' AGAIN?
This repeat is just ridiculous. Some people have been waiting for months after purchase. This practice of not delivering products even after recieving payments is just straight up scam. I will be filing a law suit in 2 days if you guys do not deliver my products cause this is just becoming a joke.
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Kontakt 8 Instrument MR1 Valve Data Multiple Issues
Oh hello, I have recently added the MR1 Valve Data 1.0.0 from 10 Phantom Rooms to my Kontakt 8.5 Library running on Cubase 14.0.32 Pro. It works not as expected and behaves in a way so I can not use it. - even if I set sync to host it runs out of sync sooner or later - am simple parameter change on the UI makes the sound…
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Empty Kontakt instances (Mac, Logic)
hi all. my logic template which ive been building for years has suddenly emptied all K8 instances. now when i open them they are blank. i have backups of my entire hard drive so can go back but wonder whats happened. any ideas of where to start or why this may have happened? im on macOS 15.5 / M1 Max MBP / Logic 11.2.1
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Why is my kontakt showing demo?
My Kontakt is player version But the library I'm using is the standard version. When I import the library into Kontakt, it shows the demo. I've tried everything I can.
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Impact Soundworks Pearl: audio engine freezes
I'm experiencing audio engine hiccups & complete freezes with a particular library - the Impact Soundworks Pearl Concert Grand, whilst playing using a controller. On my main machine, I've lowered the voice count as far as 80, and it's still happening. On an older, slower machine, it seems to be working at 64. I haven't…
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Instrument Library Missing
I recently switched to a new PC and had bought 40s very own keys on my old PC, and it is not appearing in my Library or Products. I have uninstalled it from the old device and it is still not appearing. If anybody knows the solution please let me know. much appreciated, CMC
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Did Kontakt 8 remove the ability to see my Kontakt Libraries folder?
In previous versions of Kontakt there was the ability to see "Files" (a tab next to other tabs for "Libraries", "Monitor", and "Automation". In Kontakt 7 those could be shown be clicking the "LIBRARY" option at the top of the Kontakt window. In Kontakt 8 I cannot find these things. Are they gone? Nevermind. I see that you…
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Will Kontakt8 see a return of the Wrench Icon for editing/scripting, Yes or No? Please tell us.
The Wrench Icon! As a maker of microtonal music the wrench icon was the sole reason I upgraded to Kontakt years ago. Now, without 'the wrench icon' there is no ability to do microtonal music or abnormal tunings. As of K7 it seems to be rare for an instrument have 'the wrench' anymore.Thankfully I recently realized the old…
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Autosample Scarbee Rickenbacker Bass into Maschine+
I want to autosample "Scarbee Rickenbacker Bass" into my Maschine Plus... But check it out.... I want to be able to use certain bass note without the computer... Could I load up Komplete Control (Standalone) on my S49 MK3 MIDI OUT into M+ MIDI IN and auto sample the bass note into my M+ and moving forward I could use a…
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if i buy Kontakt 8, can i use the 99$ voucher to upgrade Electric Sunburst Deluxe?
Hello, As the title said, is it possible to use the 99$ voucher that comes with Kontak 8 to buy an upgrade for electric sunburst deluxe? I can upgrade to it 69$
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vocal colors presets do not mach previews
When browsing the previews of vocal colors, a lot of them are very breathy or (I'm guessing) mastered. when I select the preset, they sound much smaller and no where near as textured or vibrant as the preview. or in some cases, almost completely different. three examples: embedded reverse, etheral world and evolving…
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Aliciakeys no more not show in kontact8's select product
Hi everyone. I already use aliciakeys. But it no more not show in kontact8's select product list So. I have to load handly open aliciakeys.nki file. Then i use aliciakeys. How to show automatically product list in kontact8?
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My Kontakt 8 Install is not showing up on Native Access after I bought Komplete 15 upgrade
Hello dear friends! I come from Komplete 12 and I wanted to have my update to Komplete 15 Standard, so I bought it but in the Native Access APP there's absolutely no option of downloading Komplete 8, do you have any ideas ? I'm on Windows 10 and all the other plug ins work perfectly, plus all the Komplete 12 plug ins as…
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Transposing on S61 MK3 - WHY IS IT NOT VISIBLE on the LCD!?!
If I transpose semi-tones on the S61, MK3 keyboard, why is it not shown on the LCD? It is an ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL feature that I would expect of a keyboard costing a fraction of this one. I have been a komplete use for the past 15 years and can't believe that this feature is missing! NI, please add the transpose value to…
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No Thumbnail Just Files
Hello, Kontakt 8 is no longer displaying instrument thumbnails; it only shows file folders. __________________________________________________________________________________________ Note: Image updated by mod. Please do not use .pdf for images!
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Fiddle in Spotlight Collection: Ireland
Is it only me who finds the Fiddle in Spotlight Collection: Ireland practically unusable? I was shocked when I saw that NI put an instrument of this bad quality into the library. It is executed astonishingly poorly, with all note transitions and ornaments coming across as super out of tune and screechy. I mean I get that…
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Native Access and Kontakt 8 Improvement requests
This discussion was created from comments split from: Session Percussionist – Update Available!
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Official update status - Kontakt (current version: 8.5.1)
This thread provides information about upcoming patches for Kontakt. It will be updated whenever new information becomes available. The currently available software version is 8.5.1. Please make sure that your installation is up to date. —————————— BUILDER CHANGES. ADDED Komplete UI: Popover feature transitioned from…
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Are nkm files still usable?
Hi, I recently upgraded to Kontakt 8. One of my favorte VIs is not showing up in Quickload. This library uses nkm files. In quickload I can see the old file structure that I created previously, but it is missing all of the presets. If I try to drag and drop the files into those empty folders, nothing happens. I am able to…
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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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Official Process for Releasing a Kontakt Player Library
Hello everyone, I am looking for information on the official process for releasing a sample library for the free Kontakt Player. I'm specifically interested in understanding the concrete steps required to make a product available through Native Access. Could someone from the community or NI staff clarify the following…
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Can't remove/uninstall 3rd part libraries in Kontakt 8 for Windows 11
Hi folks… I have Windows 11 OS. I'm trying to figure out how to completely remove a library from Kontakt. i removed it using Kontakt 8 library management, i have uninstalled the whole libraries, fully removed the library folder, fully removed "regedit" cache, fully removed Kontakt 8 and then re-installed it from default,…
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Best Tutorial?
What is the best tutorial for learning how to route the separate channels out of Kontakt Player to your DAW (in my case Studio One) so that one instance of Kontakt can run multiple instrument channels? I've been trying to learn this for years but have yet to have success with it. Thanks so much.😀 John B
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Komplete Kontrol A49 Knobs Only Alter Project Volume?
I have an A49, and it functions inside Cubase 13 perfectly fine except for the fact the knobs seem to be set so they edit each instrument's volume? For example, knob 1 edits instrument 1, knob 2 instrument 2, and so on. How do I get my A49 to send normal MIDI signals through the knobs. Or, how do I customize the keyboard…
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Kontakt 8 display bug
Hello, I'm contacting you to report a display bug after upgrading from the Ultimate Komplete 14 version to the Komplete 15 Collector's version. I have a 2018 Mac mini (version 12.7.6), running Mac OS Monterey. The images are blurry in the sound library. What is the solution, please?
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Export/import of multis
I have been using Kontakt 6 VST3 for a while and I'd like to switch to Kontakt 8. The issue is that I have a bunch of very detailed multis that I have set up and and use frequently and I like to export them to Kontakt 8 (or import in Kontakt 8 from 6.) Is there a way to do this? (I noticed that In Kontakt 6 under…
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Kontakt 8 crash / does not start
Just bought NI Kontakt 8, but I have problems after installing it from Native Access. The standalone version first started, but the second time I wanted to launch it, it does nothing. When I click the KT8 icon, nothing happens. When trying to load the VST3 version in any DAW, I get instant DAW crash (both Cubase 14 and…
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Kontakt 8 Chords Tool Usage in Ableton
Hello, I have two questions related to the Chords plugin in Kontakt 8: Is it possible to use the Chords plugin to generate chords outside of the Kontakt 8 ecosystem (e.g. with Ableton stock plugins)? In Advanced mode (pic included), I have the key in C Major, but when I play this chord, it's triggering an A# note on the…
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about my KONTAKT usage
Hi, everybody my kontakt doesn't show its orginal interface as vst3 plugin loaded by Studio One, but no problem on standard mode…just like the screenshot…and the other plugins are normal too as vst3 loaded…I guess this issue is due to my new PCIe soundcard and its driver? My soundcard is Marian Clara B. Please let me know…
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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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Kontakt 8 new install + Komplete 15 Standard - 1/2 of Libraries have no Preview Sound but work fine.
I just purchased full version of Kontakt 8 and Komplete 15 Standard, along some other libraries. All libraries downloaded fine. I installed them on an external 2TB SSD drive. I can open Kontakt 8 and all libraries and instruments seem to work fine, but around 1/2 of the libraries that were installed with the Komplete 15…
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Kontakt Player 8 standalone - no sound
Using the version within my DAW is fine. But when I fire this up and load a VI…no sound. And no, this isn't one that requires the full version. Even Piano Uno won't play. (And no I don't have my speakers muted :) ). I'm happy to concede "operator error" but I don't see where/how. Appreciate any insights or ideas.
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Explain like I'm five how to get the sound of the instrument to play when i push the key
Hello all, i'm not a musician. I am a 3D modeller who loves to create audio tracks to accompany my cinematics. I'm working on a project for which a loop of some instruments mashed into a beat would go so well, and i purchased a Native instrument pack for the sole reason of hitting keys and hearing that sound. I quickly…
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Microtonal / EDO tunings in Kontakt 8
I've been getting into 31-EDO lately, and it's a really mixed bag across various software pieces. The most likely path to success seems to be using MPE and DAW tunings, but afaik Kontakt doesn't support MPE at all. I'm wondering if anyone has had luck with the recent Kontakt versions and/or libraries. The one workaround I…
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How do I link a specific midi track to a specific instrument in Kontakt?
I'm a relative newbie to Kontakt, so this is probably a very basic question. Using Reaper, I have loaded Kontakt 8 onto Track 1 and added two instruments to it (call them Instr 1 and Instr 2). Tracks 2 and 3 are both midi tracks onto which I have written some notes. I want Instr 1 to play only the notes on Track 2, and…
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Kontakt 8 did not install its VST into Reaper.
Hi, I have been trying for several hours to get Kontakt 8 to work with Reaper. I'm not sure why it wont install its VST into Reaper. I downloaded Kontakt 8 with the Native Access App and standalone Kontakt 8 player successfully installed. However the it did not install the VST version for Reaper. I have been told by…
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How to set MIDI channel of first instrument?
I am trying to configure the midi channel of the different instruments I have added in Kontakt 8. By making the instrument header visible, I can set these, except for the first instrument. Why can't I configure the first instrument?
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Logic Pro misbehaving after loading Konkact 8 and Komplete Kontrol
I recently purchased NI Komplete Collector's Edition and NI's S61 mk3 controller. Everything downloaded fine. I have a good connection between the controller and Apple Logic Pro 11 DAW. But since connecting, Logic Pro is misbehaving in three ways (so far): (1) When dragging the playhead, it is now audibly scrubbing the…
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Kontakt 8 Chords Tool Export Handle
When exporting a chord progression using Kontakt 8 Chords Tool Export Handle, The progression exports Vertically across several tracks instead of horizontally along one track. How do I get it to export horizontally along a single track? Kontakt 8.1.0 - Logic Pro 11.2 - Mac OS 14.7.6
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Can't Solve Native Access "Download Failed" Issue. Upgraded to Komplete 15 and Kontakt 8
-Issue- I keep on getting the "Download Failed" in Native Access when trying to download Kontakt 8, Komplete 15 and the vsts. Note- it should be noted that my laptop got wiped about a month ago, which must have affected Native Access as it was stored locally on my laptop. Prior to it getting wiped and still to this day, I…
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Release Omnia x Choir Lite version in Native Access for Omnia x Choir owners
Let us download the Omnia x Choir Lite version if you own the full version - similar to the option to install the Essential versions of the Symphony Orchestra if you own the full version. Currently I do not have access (which is weird) Sometime you dont need to install the entire 80 GB Omnia x Choir library and only only…