Native Instruments Products 2019 – four new, three updated

So, what does the : Native Instruments Products 2019 list look like after NAMM?

New hardware, software and a series of updates on the card in the coming months

The Native Instruments Products 2019 list includes some new products and updates for all their product ranges, Komplete, Traktor and Maschine. Let’s have a look at what’s in store…

Komplete Start

What is it:

Komplete Start is a new free production suite for getting you started in the world of music creation. The new suite brings together over 2000 studio-quality sounds and 15 pro-grade software synthesizers and sampled instruments, effects and more.

Best feature(s):

Komplete Start features some of Native Instruments’ most popular synths and sampled instruments including TRK-01 Bass, Mikro Prism, Lazerbass, Carbon 2, Kinetic Treats and more.

Price:

Free!

Komplete Audio 1 and 2

What is it:

Native Instruments introduce two new audio interfaces to their range, the Komplete AUdio 1 and Komplete Audio 2. Both interfaces are dual-channel, bundled with all the software you need to get started.

Best feature(s):

The new range of interfaces from Native Instruments come in two flavours, a single microphone and dual-microphone version to suit your needs. The Komplete Audio 2 features balanced TRS jack outputs while the Komplete Audio 1 features stereo RCA outputs.

Price:

The retail pricing on the new Native Instruments interfaces is as follows:
Komplete Audio 1 – USD $109 (Around R1500 excl. duties)

Komplete Audio 2 – USD $139 (Around R2000 excl. duties)

Komplete Kontrol M32

What is it:

The new Komplete Kontrol M32 is the new sleek and compact MIDI controller incorporating most of the features that made the Kontrol A-Series so awesome.

Best feature(s):

The controls along the top are derived from the larger A-series controllers, which mimicked the intuitive workflow capabilities of the higher-end S-series, with a more focused, compact and affordable approach. This is ideal for beginners and owners of the larger Native Instruments controllers, looking for something portable.

Price:

The Komplete Kontrol M32 is set to retail at USD $129 (Around R1800 excl. duties)

Traktor DJ 2

What is it:

Native Instruments have redesigned Traktor DJ as a new entry-level step into the digital DJing environment, it is now much more than just a mobile application. The new Traktor DJ 2 works on iPad and desktop computers.

Best feature(s):

The new Traktor DJ 2 integrates with the new Traktor S2 making it a great starter pack for those getting into DJing, who don’t necessarily need all the high-end features of Traktor Pro.

Price:

Native Instruments haven’t announced the price, although we do know that it will be compatible with Mac, PC and iPad.

Let’s look at the updates which Native Instruments have announced…

Sounds.com

What is it:

Sounds.com is Native Instruments’ cloud-based online sample and loop library, the new platform already features over 200 curated sound packs.\

New feature(s):

Native Instruments are adding full integration between Sounds.com and their Komplete Kontrol and Maschine software. This means you will be able to browse new sounds, directly from your DAW.

Komplete Kontrol 2.1

What is it:

Komplete Kontrol is the bridge between your DAW/plugins and your MIDI controller hardware, it features various intuitive preset library functions to make browsing for new sounds an absolute breeze.

New feature(s):

Like mentioned above, the new update introduces integration with Sounds.com, alongside a new built-in sampler which is set to work with any MIDI controller.

Maschine 2.8

What is it:

Maschine is the hybrid hardware/software platform designed for hands-on music production.

New feature(s):

Maschine 2.8 sees the introduction of Maschine Essentials, which is a watered-down version of their highly-renowned beat-making software. Maschine Essentials is designed to give new users a taste of the platform and includes 1.6 GB of sounds. Native Instruments have also opened the Maschine platform up to database all of your samples, including cloud-based services such as Sounds.com

Native Instruments Products 2019 – four new, three updated