
KONTAKT Explained®
Chapter 1 : Getting Started
-
9:23
Kontakt Overview
Learn how to set the Audio and MIDI preferences when launching Kontakt 4 in standalone mode. Explore the main areas of the interface including the control panel buttons, the browser, rack and keyboard sections.
-
6:46
Instrument Header Basics
Discover the instrument header and see how to control basic visual and playback parameters.
-
8:53
Architecture Basics
Explore how the architecture of Kontakt 4 instruments are set up, and how to save and create instruments, samples, multis, and banks.
-
9:15
Instrument & Edit Mode Headers
See some of the advanced Instrument Header functions and explore the different windows and areas available in Edit Mode.
-
9:14
Instrument Options
Watch how the 'Instrument Options' window can be used to affect instrument playback parameters, as well as how they look in the rack.
Chapter 2 : Tips and Tricks
-
8:48
Top Ten Browser Bits
Learn about ten cool features and workflow techniques available from the browser’s 'Files' tab.
-
7:24
Importing Other Formats
Discover how to import and do batch conversions of sampler instruments from EXS 24, Giga and AKAI formats.
-
9:53
The Database
Explore how to search, sort and set file metadata in the 'Attribute and Results' list found in Kontakt 4’s database.
Chapter 3 : Advanced Control
-
8:52
The Monitor & Modules Tab
See how to view and control multiple groups and zones and their various parameters with the 'Monitor' tab in the browser. Also learn how to use the 'Modules' section to add and control group and instrument effects.
-
8:04
Automation
Discover Kontakt 4’s MIDI and host based automation from within Logic Pro 9. You can then apply the info to your DAW.
-
7:40
Quick-Load
Watch how Kontakt’s Quick Load features can be used to organize frequently used multis, instruments and banks in a directory tree set up in a horizontal arrangement of columns.
Chapter 4 : Routing Revealed
-
8:53
The Outputs Section
Learn how to set up signal routing destinations in the Outputs section of Kontakt.
-
4:18
Multiple Outputs
Discover to how to set up multiple output routing in the Outputs section of the plug-in version of Kontakt while it's hosted inside Logic Pro 9. You can then apply the info to your DAW.
Chapter 5 : Advanced Editing
-
12:11
The Group Editor
Peer into the belly of the beast and see how Kontakt’s Group Editor can be used to control various aspects of an instrument’s playback.
-
8:25
The Mapping Editor Pt. 1
Explore how to build an instrument from scratch by importing samples and turning them in to Zones in the Mapping Editor.
-
10:05
The Mapping Editor Pt. 2
See how to edit zones graphically with both the mouse and key commands, as well as with the Mapping Window’s 'Control Strip'.
-
9:32
Wave Editor Controls
Learn about the 'Wave Editor' tool bar, and see how the controls can be used for setting loop points and other various utility and transport functions.
-
7:43
The Grid Panel
Discover how to use both Fix and Auto modes in the Mapping Editor’s grid panel to create slice markers in rhythmic loops.
Chapter 6 : Working with Loops
-
7:49
Sample Loops
Explore how to set up loop regions within a sample in order to loop specific portions in either forward or reverse direction.
-
8:57
Syncing & Slicing
See how the 'Sync / Slice' tab in the wave editor is used to sync loops to tempo, as well as map the individual slices to separate MIDI notes.
Chapter 7 : Working with Groups
-
11:02
Zone Envelopes & Sample Editor
Discover how to use zone envelopes to modulate parameters on a zone-by-zone basis within a group, as well as how the sample editor is used to constructively process portions of a sample permanently.
-
10:56
The Source Module
Explore the six group playback modes available in the Source Module: Sampler, DFD, Tone Machine, Time Machine, Time Machine ll and Beat Machine.
Chapter 8 : Using Effects
-
10:26
Signal Processing
Learn how to add signal processing modules at either the group or instrument insert level, as well as setting up send effects for individual instruments and entire multi's.
-
7:46
Modulation Mechanics
Discover how modulation routing is set up in Kontakt, and what types of signals can be used to animate parameters over time, as well as where and how to set them up.
-
11:45
Mod-You-Elation
See and hear some real world modulation routing examples including cutoff and pan routed to LFOs synced to tempo, cutoff on a pad sound modulated with a 'flexible envelope', and a 32 step modulator modulation source applied to a percussive sound’s panning.
Product Overview
Watch DAW guru Eli Krantzberg break down one of the most vast and powerful soft samplers ever made, Native Instruments KONTAKT. From beginning to end, it's all here, waiting for you to use to get the most out of Kontakt.
This in-depth series is for beginner to intermediate users of Native Instruments KONTAKT and dives deep into its powerful features and functions. Discover how to easily navigate its windows and menus, load and create patches and parts, use effects, import and convert 3rd party libraries, advanced usage techniques, tips and tricks and much more.
If you want to get the most out of Native Instruments KONTAKT, stop right here."KONTAKT Explained" will allow you to use Kontakt like a pro, making your music and productions bigger and better. Checkout "Kontakt Explained" today.
Shot in version 4 but applicable to version 5. You can see videos for the version 5 updates here.
Why Users Choose Us
There are many things our users love about Groove3, but a couple always stand out at the top when asked why people choose us as their learning resource.
Quality Content
We meticulously craft professional quality tutorials that are thoughtful, informative and done with attention to detail. We stand behind our products with a 100% satisfaction guarantee and are trusted by 1000s of users every day.
Save Time & Money
Our library brings over 1700 hours of quality instruction to you fingertips and we release new content every week. Don't waste your valuable time scouring the web for information you may never find or is cumbersome to use and potentially can't be trusted.
Reviews
Submitted 6 months ago
Excellent!
Very clear and completed highly recomended
I am a: Professional, Musician, Sound for Film/TV, Cubase
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 1 year ago
Very well done and helpful!
A thorough, informative, and well paced presentation!
I am a: Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Cakewalk Sonar
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 1 year ago
KONTAKT EXPLAINED
SO FAR SO GOOD
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 2 years ago
Suuuper Helpful
Eli is terrific of course, and I liked how he really got in depth. You have to go back and watch the videos a few times in order to get all of the details. This is a good thing!
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 2 years ago
very well!
informative
I am a: Professional, Musician, Logic Pro, Reason, Studio One
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 2 years ago
Kontakt Explained
This is very helpful for me, because Kontakt is quite involved (a lot of options), I don’t think I would have stayed engaged reading all of this and trying it myself.
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 2 years ago
Super well explained
No comments
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Cakewalk Sonar
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 2 years ago
very
No comments
I am a: Beginner
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 2 years ago
kontakt explained
clear explanations of functions of program
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 2 years ago
Amazing
Amazing. Really good. Got me right into the machine.
I am a: Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Beat Maker, Audio Engineer, Sound Designer, Cubase
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Reviews
Submitted 6 months ago
Excellent!
Very clear and completed highly recomended
I am a: Professional, Musician, Sound for Film/TV, Cubase
Submitted 1 year ago
Very well done and helpful!
A thorough, informative, and well paced presentation!
I am a: Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Cakewalk Sonar
Submitted 1 year ago
KONTAKT EXPLAINED
SO FAR SO GOOD
Submitted 2 years ago
Suuuper Helpful
Eli is terrific of course, and I liked how he really got in depth. You have to go back and watch the videos a few times in order to get all of the details. This is a good thing!
Submitted 2 years ago
very well!
informative
I am a: Professional, Musician, Logic Pro, Reason, Studio One
Submitted 2 years ago
Kontakt Explained
This is very helpful for me, because Kontakt is quite involved (a lot of options), I don’t think I would have stayed engaged reading all of this and trying it myself.
Submitted 2 years ago
Super well explained
No comments
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Cakewalk Sonar
Submitted 2 years ago
very
No comments
I am a: Beginner
Submitted 2 years ago
kontakt explained
clear explanations of functions of program
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician
Submitted 2 years ago
Amazing
Amazing. Really good. Got me right into the machine.
I am a: Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Beat Maker, Audio Engineer, Sound Designer, Cubase