Hi, this blog post is going to be different. In this blog post, we will talk about the top plugins of native instruments. Native instruments release many plugins, but there are the top 3 plugins of native instruments that you must try. So, without wasting time, let’s dive deep into these plugins.
1. Kontakt 7
Kontakt 7 is the sampler plugin made by native instruments. It supports samples made by the native instruments and from other developers. Like the Nexus 4 but, it is also an unlimited plugin as it offers several libraries. From simple piano to modern EDM synths, it offers everything synth sample that is being used in the music production. The main feature distinguishing the Kontakt 7 from other samplers is that it allows the user to slice, stretch, or design the sound. It provides 84 in-built effects. There are two versions of Kontakt 7. One of them is free, and the other one is paid. The user should have 532 MB HD space to install this plugin. You will need more space if you want to expand its sample library.
2. Playbox
For some years, we noticed that many producers feel a problem giving the final touch to their songs. After producing the whole song, they feel that something is missing in their song. To overcome this issue, they add different sounds or effects to their song to polish it, but this technique fails because they can’t find the inspiring sounds for their song. They don’t have to worry because Native Instruments has released their Kontakt expansion known as Playbox. Vst has many chords, keys, drum kits, pianos, and other inspiring sounds that can shake your creativity and imagination. It has 200 chords set, and you can also import your own sounds in this plugin and affect your sound with the pre-built effects of this VST plugin.
3. Massive X
1. Introduction
The music industry has had remarkable synths that ruled over music producers and sound designers for years. In this new and modern era, their parent companies updated these plugins by giving them more options and flexibility. However, Native Instruments is the only company that has made an entirely new plugin from scratch for modern music production. This plugin is called the Massive x. Both beginners and professionals can use this synth vst. It can create modern sounds that fit modern songs, and it can also be used for film scoring. This is because it can produce very lush pads and other texture sounds. It is a wavetable-based synth. Now, the question arises of why wave table-based synths exist. Loopstorrent.net has answered this question below.
2. Wavetables
Wavetable-based synths use technology that generates different types of sounds by modifying already recorded sounds differently. A synth with more wavetables is considered more valuable. This is also true of the Native Instruments Massive X, which surprisingly offers 170 wavetables.
3. Microcontrols
This plugin also offers sound manipulation by microcontrollers. It offers 16 micro controls that sync with the different parameters of the plugin.
4. User Interface
Now let’s talk about the user interface. Every plugin maker company tries to maintain a user-friendly interface. However, when producing hi-fi plugins, they have to compromise the interface. Native instruments have made its interface very clean and easy for the users. It has simple controls, and it is easy to navigate.
5. Preset Library
This plugin also offers a wide range of pre-made presets designed by sound engineers. It covers almost every genre and comes with a vast library of presets. For those who don’t know the sound design process, presets may be the best source for them to start producing. Massive x presets are also editable.
6. Additional Infarmation
- Native Instruments – Massive X 1.4.4 + lib [Intel/Apple] [TNT]
- Original Publisher: Native Instruments
- Version: 1.4.4
- Category: Virtual instruments and synthesizers
- Requires: Mac OS: 11+
- License type: Full
- Download Size: 1.1 GB
Honest Review
Native Instruments Massive X is the average plugin. It is not too good or bad. Native Instruments claims that this synth aligns with the new and modern era of music production. But we think this claim is totally wrong. This synth is almost like the sylenth, xFer serum vst, spire vst, and vital vst, which offer similar features. It requires some experience to design sound with this plugin, and on the other hand, serum vst, spire vst, and vital vst are easy to navigate and understand.
No doubt, Native Instruments Massive X also offers some unique features that other plugins can’t. Our team has used this plugin for a long time and thinks its routing capabilities are insane. Its ADSR knobs are not animated, but for those who know how to design sound then, Massive X can be really helpful for them. It lacks visualization.
Conclusion
Some people may consider this plugin a flop plugin, but that is untrue. This plugin is a bit complex, but its capabilities are endless. This plugin lacks visitation, which may be a drawback. So we would rate this plugin 8.5 out of 10
