How to Add a Sample Library to Native Instruments Kontakt Player via Library Function
How to Add a Sample Library to Native Instruments Kontakt Player via Library Function

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How to Add a Sample Library to Native Instruments Kontakt Player via Library Function

 

The Add Library function available in KONTAKT 3.5 and higher KONTAKT versions allows you to add KONTAKT-compatible libraries to the KONTAKT 5 browser. After adding a specific library, the KONTAKT browser will list a new box from which you can load a library's instruments.

 Libraries of the discontinued products INTAKT, KOMPAKT and KONTAKT PLAYER 1 can also be loaded into KONTAKT 5 via the Add Library function.

 Note: Only POWERED BY KONTAKT libraries from Native Instruments and selected third party manufacturers can use the Add Library function. Third party libraries only containing instrument / multi instrument files (in the .nki / .nkm format) with their respective WAV / AIFF samples cannot be added to the library tab. 

 In order to load a library that is already stored on your system via the Add Library function, proceed as follows:
 

Install the latest version of KONTAKT 5 or KONTAKT 5 PLAYER. The free KONTAKT 5 PLAYER version. After doing this launch the application in standalone mode. 
 

 

In the KONTAKT browser click on the Libraries tab and select Add Library. 
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Select the library folder you wish to add to the library tab. In this example it is the SESSION STRINGS PRO Library. Confirm your selection with Choose.
browse_library

The library box will automatically appear in the Libraries tab. Note that the SESSION STRINGS PRO box displays an Activate button which indicates that the product has not yet been activated on this computer.
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If you are using KONTAKT 5, click Activate to open the PRODUCT ACTIVATION window and enter your product serial there. Click Activate to confirm.
Serial

If you are using earlier versions of KONTAKT, click Activate in the library box. A new window will open. Either click on Continue Demo or Start Service Center. 

Note: By choosing Continue Demo you will only be able to use the instruments for a 15 minute time period. We recommend activating the product immediately after adding it to the KONTAKT Libraries tab by selecting Start Service Center. 
activate_box 

After Service Center opens the appropriate product will appear for product activation. Type in your serial and click on Activate. Now, restart KONTAKT.

Your library is now activated and ready to be used.

 

KONTAKT Sample Libraries (.nki format) available:

Magnus Choir NKI Sample Library version was made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Native Instruments Kontakt. Magnus Choir Mac, Magnus Choir for Mac, Magnus Choir for Macintosh, How to intall Magnus Choir, Syntheway Magnus Choir for Mac OS X, Magnus Choir for Intel Mac, iMac, Magnus Choir for GarageBand, Magnus Choir for Logic

Master Hammond B3 NKI is a formatted version made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Native Instruments Kontakt It has been meticulously tuned and adjusted and particular care has been taken in the reproduction of the original realism of Master Hammond B3. The full Master Hammond B3 formatted version contains the following NKI samples with their respective WAV files: 

Syntheway Virtual Strings Ensemble (Cello, Violin, Viola & Double Bass) NKI is a formatted version made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Native Instruments Kontakt It has been meticulously tuned and adjusted and particular care has been taken in the reproduction of the original realism of Syntheway Virtual Strings Ensemble (Cello, Violin, Viola & Double Bass). The full Syntheway Virtual Strings Ensemble (Cello, Violin, Viola & Double Bass) formatted version contains the following NKI samples with their respective WAV files:

Aeternus Brass NKI is a formatted version made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Native Instruments Kontakt It has been meticulously tuned and adjusted and particular care has been taken in the reproduction of the original realism of Aeternus Brass (Cello, Violin, Viola & Double Bass). The full Aeternus Brass formatted version contains the following NKI samples with their respective WAV files:

RetroMagix Harpsichord NKI is a formatted version made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Native Instruments Kontakt It has been meticulously tuned and adjusted and particular care has been taken in the reproduction of the original realism of RetroMagix Harpsichord (Cello, Violin, Viola & Double Bass). The full RetroMagix Harpsichord formatted version contains the following NKI samples with their respective WAV files:

Percussion Kit NKI is a formatted version made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Native Instruments Kontakt - It has been meticulously tuned and adjusted and particular care has been taken in the reproduction of the original realism of Percussion Kit. The full Percussion Kit formatted version contains the following NKI samples with their respective WAV files

Syntheway Virtual Sitar NKI is a formatted version made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Native Instruments Kontakt It has been meticulously tuned and adjusted and particular care has been taken in the reproduction of the original realism of Syntheway Virtual Sitar (Cello, Violin, Viola & Double Bass). The full Syntheway Virtual Sitar formatted version contains the following NKI samples with their respective WAV files:

DAL Flute NKI Sample Library for Native Instruments Kontakt (Mac OS X) Normal, Bright, Pan (aka Pan Pipe, Pandean Pipe) and Shakuhachi Japanese Flutes

Organux NKI is a Sample Library version made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Native Instruments Kontakt and designed for creating a wide range of classic and modern organ sounds.

Realistic Virtual Piano NKI is a Sample Library version featuring Kawai and Yamaha Acoustic Grand Pianos, made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Native Instruments Kontakt.

ElectriKeys Electric Piano NKI is a Sample Library version based on vintage Fender Rhodes MK1, Hohner Clavinet D6, Wurlitzer and Yamaha CP-70 e-pianos, made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Native Instruments Kontakt.

Chordophonet Virtual Harp and Hammered Dulcimer NKI is a Sample Library version based on vintage Fender Rhodes MK1, Hohner Clavinet D6, Wurlitzer and Yamaha CP-70 e-pianos, made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Native Instruments Kontakt.

Banjodoline Virtual Banjo and Mandolin VSTi Plugin Software. Banjodoline Virtual Banjo and Mandolin NKI is a Sample Library version based on vintage Fender Rhodes MK1, Hohner Clavinet D6, Wurlitzer and Yamaha CP-70 e-pianos, made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Native Instruments Kontakt. Banjo.nki Mandolin.nki. Banjo for Kontakt, Mandolin for Kontakt

Bassesland Virtual Bass VSTi Plugin Software. Bassesland Virtual Bass NKI is a Sample Library version based on vintage Fender Rhodes MK1, Hohner Clavinet D6, Wurlitzer and Yamaha CP-70 e-pianos, made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Native Instruments Kontakt. Banjo.nki Mandolin.nki. Banjo for Kontakt, Mandolin for Kontakt

GuitarTempus Native Instruments KONTAKT NKI Sample Library: Virtual Acoustic (Nylon, Six and Twelve Steel String) Semi Acoustic Hollow Body and Electric 'Clean' Guitars. The NKI Library was made specially for Native Instruments Kontakt users of Full version v2.0 or above on Windows and Mac OS X (Free Kontakt Player only will load this Library for 15 minutes in demo mode). Also is compatible with Ableton Sampler (Live Suite only, not Intro or Standard) on Windows and macOS /OS X as well as in Image-Line DirectWave Player for Windows.

ShamiKoto Native Instruments KONTAKT NKI Sample Library: Virtual Acoustic (Nylon, Six and Twelve Steel String) Semi Acoustic Hollow Body and Electric 'Clean' Guitars. The NKI Library was made specially for Native Instruments Kontakt users of Full version v2.0 or above on Windows and Mac OS X (Free Kontakt Player only will load this Library for 15 minutes in demo mode). Also is compatible with Ableton Sampler (Live Suite only, not Intro or Standard) on Windows and macOS /OS X as well as in Image-Line DirectWave Player for Windows.

Synthelium Native Instruments KONTAKT NKI Sample Library: Virtual Acoustic (Nylon, Six and Twelve Steel String) Semi Acoustic Hollow Body and Electric 'Clean' Guitars. The NKI Library was made specially for Native Instruments Kontakt users of Full version v2.0 or above on Windows and Mac OS X (Free Kontakt Player only will load this Library for 15 minutes in demo mode). Also is compatible with Ableton Sampler (Live Suite only, not Intro or Standard) on Windows and macOS /OS X as well as in Image-Line DirectWave Player for Windows.

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Instrument List of Apple EXS24 (.exs) Sample Libraries:

(Click on each Sample Library below for more information and shop)

Magnus Choir EXS24 mkII is a Sample Library version made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Logic's EXS-24 Sampler. If you use Logic 5.5 or above, your EXS is automatically changed to the EXS mk II.

Master Hammond B3 Organ EXS24 mkII is a Sample Library version made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Logic EXS24 and EXSP24 Samplers. If you use Logic 5.5 or above, your EXS is automatically changed to the EXS mk II. It has been meticulously tuned and adjusted and particular care has been taken in the reproduction of the original realism of Master Hammond B3 Organ.

Syntheway Virtual Strings Ensemble (Cello, Violin, Viola & Double Bass) EXS24 mkII is a Sample Library version made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Logic EXS24 and EXSP24 Samplers. If you use Logic 5.5 or above, your EXS is automatically changed to the EXS mk II. It has been meticulously tuned and adjusted and particular care has been taken in the reproduction of the original realism of Syntheway Virtual Strings Ensemble (Cello, Violin, Viola & Double Bass).

Aeternus Brass EXS24 mkII is a Sample Library version made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Logic EXS24 and EXSP24 Samplers. If you use Logic 5.5 or above, your EXS is automatically changed to the EXS mk II. It has been meticulously tuned and adjusted and particular care has been taken in the reproduction of the original realism of Aeternus Brass (Cello, Violin, Viola & Double Bass).

RetroMagix Harpsichord EXS24 mkII is a Sample Library version made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Logic EXS24 and EXSP24 Samplers. If you use Logic 5.5 or above, your EXS is automatically changed to the EXS mk II. It has been meticulously tuned and adjusted and particular care has been taken in the reproduction of the original realism of RetroMagix Harpsichord (Cello, Violin, Viola & Double Bass).

Percussion Kit EXS24 mkII is a formatted version made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Logic's EXS-24 mkII Sampler. If you use Logic 5.5 or above, your EXS is automatically changed to the EXS mk II. It has been meticulously tuned and adjusted and particular care has been taken in the reproduction of the original realism of Percussion Kit. The full Percussion Kit formatted version contains the following EXS samples with their respective WAV files

Syntheway Virtual Sitar EXS24 mkII is a Sample Library version made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Logic EXS24 and EXSP24 Samplers. If you use Logic 5.5 or above, your EXS is automatically changed to the EXS mk II. It has been meticulously tuned and adjusted and particular care has been taken in the reproduction of the original realism of Syntheway Virtual Sitar (Cello, Violin, Viola & Double Bass).

DAL Flute EXS24 mkII is a Sample Library version made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Logic EXS24 and EXSP24 Samplers. If you use Logic 5.5 or above, your EXS is automatically changed to the EXS mk II. It has been meticulously tuned and adjusted and particular care has been taken in the reproduction of the original realism of DAL Flute (Cello, Violin, Viola & Double Bass).

Organux EXS24 is a Virtual Organ Sample Library designed for creating a wide range of classic and modern organ sounds. It has been meticulously tuned and adjusted and particular care has been taken in the reproduction of the original realism of Organux.

Realistic Virtual Piano EXS24 mkII is a Sample Library version featuring Kawai and Yamaha Acoustic Grand Pianos made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Logic EXS24 and EXSP24 Samplers or Ableton Live Sampler. If you use Logic 5.5 or above, your EXS is automatically changed to the EXS mk II.

ElectriKeys Electric Piano EXS24 MkII is a Sample Library version based on vintage Fender Rhodes MK1, Hohner Clavinet D6, Wurlitzer and Yamaha CP-70 e-pianos made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Logic EXS24 and EXSP24 Samplers or Ableton Live Sampler. If you use Logic 5.5 or above, your EXS is automatically changed to the EXS mk II.

Chordophonet Virtual Harp and Hammered Dulcimer EXS24 MkII is a Sample Library version based on vintage Fender Rhodes MK1, Hohner Clavinet D6, Wurlitzer and Yamaha CP-70 e-pianos made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Logic EXS24 and EXSP24 Samplers or Ableton Live Sampler. If you use Logic 5.5 or above, your EXS is automatically changed to the EXS mk II.

Banjodoline Virtual Banjo and Mandolin EXS24 MkII is a Sample Library version based on vintage Fender Rhodes MK1, Hohner Clavinet D6, Wurlitzer and Yamaha CP-70 e-pianos made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Logic EXS24 and EXSP24 Samplers or Ableton Live Sampler. If you use Logic 5.5 or above, your EXS is automatically changed to the EXS mk II. Banjo.exs Banjo EXS24 MkII, Mandolin.exs Mandolin EXS24 Sample Libraries. GarageBand AUSampler, Logic Pro X EXS24 EXSP24, Ableton Live Sampler

Bassesland is a virtual electric, acoustic and synth bass software to create sounds of the electric bass or acoustic double bass as well as the vintage synthesizers bass sounds. Fretless, Fingered, Picked, Muted, Slapped and Slides Basses, Funk Bass, Jazz Bass, Electro Acoustic Bass, Fuzz Bass Overdrive, Synth Bass, Upright Bass or Acoustic Double Bass EXS24 MkII is a Sample Library version based on vintage Fender Rhodes MK1, Hohner Clavinet D6, Wurlitzer and Yamaha CP-70 e-pianos made specially for Mac users in order to use it on Logic EXS24 and EXSP24 Samplers or Ableton Live Sampler. If you use Logic 5.5 or above, your EXS is automatically changed to the EXS mk II. Banjo.exs Banjo EXS24 MkII, Mandolin.exs Mandolin EXS24 Sample Libraries. GarageBand AUSampler, Logic Pro X EXS24 EXSP24, Ableton Live Sampler

GuitarTempus is a virtual guitar designed to emulate the acoustic (nylon, six and twelve steel string), semi acoustic (hollow body) and electric 'clean' guitars. EXS24 MkII Sample Libraries for Apple Logic EXS24 Sampler and GarageBand AUSampler (macOS ), Ableton Live Sampler, MOTU MachFive 3, Presence XT Sampler (PreSonus Studio One 3 Professional) macOS & Windows, and Image-Line DirectWave Player for Windows.

GuitarTempus is a virtual guitar designed to emulate the acoustic (nylon, six and twelve steel string), semi acoustic (hollow body) and electric 'clean' guitars. EXS24 MkII Sample Libraries for Apple Logic EXS24 Sampler and GarageBand AUSampler (macOS ), Ableton Live Sampler, MOTU MachFive 3, Presence XT Sampler (PreSonus Studio One 3 Professional) macOS & Windows, and Image-Line DirectWave Player for Windows.

Synthelium is a virtual instrument inspired by the classic synthesizers of the 70s and 80s. Features a wide collection of 50 tones emulated of synth leads, pads, keys, basses, atmos and effects sounds to create electronic, rock, metal, smooth jazz, pop, hip hop, trance, EDM, and new age music, among others. The pads and atmos presets also makes it suitable for soundscapes and cinematic, as well as ambient and atmospheric textures. Sounds can be modulated with filter section, envelope generator and effects to give a vast array of custom sounds. Available as plugin in VST 32 bit and 64 bit and VST3 64 bit versions for Windows as well as in Audio Unit, VST and VST3 for macOS. Also available in EXS24 and KONTAKT Sample Libraries.

 

Audio Units, vST and VST3 Plugins for macOS available:

(Click on each AU+VST below for more information, demo versions and shopping online)

Magnus Choir

Master Hammond B3 Organ

Synthphonica Strings

Aeternus Brass

RetroMagix Harpsichord

Drumwavy Orchestral and Ethnic Percussion

Sitargen Virtual Sitar and Tanpura Drone

DAL Flute & Woodwinds

Organux Virtual Organs

Pianotrone Virtual Grand Piano

ElectriKeys Electric Piano

Chordophonet Virtual Harp & Hammered Dulcimer

Banjodoline Virtual Banjo and Mandolin

Bassesland Virtual Electric, Acoustic and Synth Bass

Akkordica Virtual Accordion, Concertina, Bandoneon, Harmonica and Melodica

GuitarTempus Virtual Acoustic, Semi-Ac. & Electric Guitar

ShamiKoto Virtual Koto and Shamisen

Synthelium Virtual Synthesizer

H-Tonk Tack Piano

(Tack Piano, Western Saloon Piano and Jangle Honky Tonk)

 

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