Kontakt (software) explained

Kontakt is a software sampler developed by Native Instruments. It is one of the leading applications of its type in the market. Since it allows multiple samples to be combined into a single virtual instrument, it is also an example of a multisampler.[1]

Overview

Kontakt

First introduced in 2002, Kontakt combines sampler functionality with elements of synthesis and effects.[2] [3] Kontakt works as either a stand-alone application or as a plug-in on both Mac and Windows platforms.[4]

Kontakt Player

Kontakt Player is a free, feature-limited version of Kontakt that functions as a virtual instrument for sample libraries, often with a specialized GUI with graphics and controls specific to that library, without the expense and extensive editing capabilities of the full version of Kontakt. Native Instruments manufactures numerous virtual instruments that utilize the Kontakt Player.

3rd Party Libraries

Many third-party manufacturers program software sample libraries, and Kontakt features the Kontakt Script Processor (KSP) and Creator Tools to help users of the software and sample library developers create their own instruments that utilize the Kontakt sampling and synthesis engine.[5] [6] By utilizing KSP, sample library developers can create instruments that can be played and controlled via Kontakt. Third-party sample manufacturers normally bundle their libraries with a customized version of a sample player optimized for that library.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: The 16 best software samplers in the world today . 21 July 2017 . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20210117100036/https://www.musicradar.com/tuition/tech/the-16-best-software-samplers-in-the-world-today-361804 . 2021-01-17 . 2021-01-18 . Music Radar.
  2. Web site: 10 Years of Native Instruments . Sound On Sound . 2021-01-13 . 2016-06-01 . https://web.archive.org/web/20160601114711/http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/oct06/articles/nifeature.htm . live .
  3. Web site: Native Instruments Kontakt . Sound On Sound . 2021-01-13 . 2021-01-26 . https://web.archive.org/web/20210126054042/https://www.soundonsound.com/reviews/native-instruments-kontakt . live .
  4. Web site: NI Kontakt 6 comes with new instruments and makes it easier for developers to build their own . 6 September 2018 . Music Radar . 2021-01-13 . 2021-03-03 . https://web.archive.org/web/20210303173109/https://www.musicradar.com/news/ni-kontakt-6-comes-with-new-instruments-and-makes-it-easier-for-developers-to-build-their-own . live .
  5. Web site: Pitman . Toby . Using Scripts in Native Instrument's Kontakt . Ask.Audio . 18 January 2021 . 28 February 2021 . https://web.archive.org/web/20210228060242/https://ask.audio/articles/using-scripts-in-native-instruments-kontakt . live .
  6. Web site: Mangus . Nick . Native Instruments Kontakt 6 . soundonsound.com . SOS Publications Group . 18 January 2021 . 26 September 2020 . https://web.archive.org/web/20200926002549/https://www.soundonsound.com/reviews/native-instruments-kontakt-6 . live .

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