Native Instruments REAKTOR 6 Ultimate Creative Toolkit (Download)

About: Native Instruments REAKTOR 6 Ultimate Creative Toolkit (Download)

REAKTOR 6 is the ultimate creative toolkit for deep sound exploration, featuring cutting-edge DSP and high-fidelity sound.

MODULAR DSP LAB

• Build custom synths, samplers, effects, and sound design tools
• Experiment with rack-style modular patching using Blocks
• Discover 70+ included instruments plus thousands of sounds in the User Library

FOR SOUND MAKERS

Looking to take full control of your sounds, or create something never heard before?

REAKTOR is the beating heart that gives life to synths like Native’s RAZOR and MONARK, as well as third-party releases from Twisted Tools, Tim Exile, Blinksonic and many more. It’s a sandbox for sound creation – a limitless platform for experimenting and diving into new sound directions. Simply put, REAKTOR lets you build instruments to replicate the sounds in your head – in a way that existing instruments can’t.

UNRIVALLED SOUND QUALITY

REAKTOR’s trademark sound quality is unmistakable. From anti-aliased oscillators and ZDF (zero delay feedback) filters to granular synthesis engines, a team of leading developers build every component in REAKTOR from the core level up using the most elegant algorithms. Their relentless pursuit of DSP excellence keeps this sonic toolkit at the head of its class. And everything inside is organized for immediate use in REAKTOR’s macro libraries for fast, creative building sessions.

WHAT IS REAKTOR BLOCKS?

REAKTOR Blocks is a powerful platform for modular synthesis. Authentic patch-on-panel functionality makes it super easy to get into modular synthesis and start creating insane synths and sounds. If you already know your way around modular synths, Blocks will be a breath of fresh air and innovation. If you’re new, don’t panic – Blocks is the perfect starting point.

BASE

BLOCKS BASE is a free download containing everything you need to start exploring modular synthesis. The pack contains 24 Blocks in total, from fundamental utilities like audio I/O, note in, and MIDI clock, to an accessible range of sound shaping LFOs, ADSR envelopes, VCAs, and step sequencers. CV connectivity is also offered, giving you the possibility for hardware integration.

Drop Blocks smoothly into one of 35 pre-programmed preset racks, patch-in and explore the principles of signal flow. Five tutorial Racks can guide you through the basics of important synthesis methods such as additive, subtractive, frequency modulation, and amplitude modulation.

BLOCKS BASE is included with REAKTOR 6, or download KOMPLETE START to get REAKTOR 6 PLAYER and BLOCKS BASE for free.

PRIMES

BLOCKS PRIMES offers 26 expressive modules for synthesis, sequencing, and FX. The included Kodiak family, for example, features two sequencers, an oscillator, a morphing filter, and an experimental noise generator. The four West Coast elements are inspired by synth pioneer Don Buchla and his playful approach to synthesis. Even some of Native’s most acclaimed synth technology is represented, with elements from DRIVER, MONARK, and MASSIVE converted to Blocks format and optimized for modular experimentation.

AN EXPANDING ECOSYSTEM

Native isn’t the only company that creates Blocks. We’re proud to showcase support from some of the world’s leading synth talent. Developers like TOYBOX, Michael Hetrick, Genki Instruments, Holonic Systems and ACL, have built packs of Blocks to meet every need, from the eclectic to the essential. With 200+ characterful partner modules already available, the Blocks ecosystem is the new standard for virtual modular.

FACTORY PATCHES

REAKTOR 6 ships with 19 expertly crafted patches. The patches range from generative sound machines and classic subtractive synths to experimental devices only possible on a modular system. Each is a powerful synth on its own – with its own set of presets – giving you the flexibility and unrivaled power of Blocks in an instantly playable package.

Ready for use with KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboards and MASCHINE, these patches are the perfect starting points for both music making or for modifying and tweaking to design your own custom synths.

GET CONNECTED

REAKTOR offers extensive options for connecting to other devices. MIDI, OSC, and CV/Gate connectivity lets you connect hardware modular systems, standalone hardware, other software instruments, and mobile devices. Ableton Link support lets you sync timing easily across instruments and devices, and makes collaborating with others a breeze.

HARDWARE CONTROL

Control REAKTOR directly from a KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboard or MASCHINE. With the REAKTOR API, you can design fully-integrated performance setups. Create your own touch strip integration, custom displays, parameter mappings, light guide configurations, and more. REAKTOR enables hybrid software/hardware instruments that are a true evolution in instrument design.

JOIN THE REAKTOR COMMUNITY

The REAKTOR community unites thousands of artists, sound designers, and instrument builders at all skill levels passionate about sound and instrument design. Discover the latest additions to the user library, upload your own creations, discuss new tips and tricks in the learning section, and be a part of a highly innovative and dedicated community of builders committed to advancing the future of sound.

FOR THOSE WHO PLAY

Whatever music you make, the diverse Factory and User Libraries in REAKTOR 6 are ready to deliver instant inspiration. A huge and ever-growing library of instruments, samplers, effects and sound design tools will expand your sonic vocabulary exponentially. Professional presets get you creating immediately. And REAKTOR 6 runs standalone or as a VST/AU plug-in with your favorite DAW.

INCLUDED SOUNDS

REAKTOR’s factory library features over 70 ready-to-use instruments and effects – a unique collection of synthesizers, legacy effects, groove boxes, sample transformers, sequenced synths, and sequencers to explore. From Skrewell and Spiral to Newscool and Lazerbass, every instrument is made with REAKTOR’s trademark sound quality. And once unlocked, each and every instrument is even fully editable and patchable.

USER LIBRARY

The REAKTOR User Library is where the REAKTOR community shares their creations – over 4,000 and counting. Builders are constantly creating and uploading devices like drum machines, filters, delays and distortions – infinite variety for your imagination to play with. You’ll even find emulations of classic synths, tape echoes, and innovative additive synthesizers. The User Library is also the place to share your Blocks patches – get feedback from a vibrant, inspired community of sonic explorers who share your passion for musical experimentation.

BUILDING IN REAKTOR

REAKTOR is a powerful, highly-advanced platform for building any synth, effect, and sound design tool imaginable – from heavenly harmonies to ear-splitting feedback loops. Create unique devices to make unique sounds. And then, if you want, share them with the REAKTOR community in the user library.

PRIMARY AND CORE STRUCTURES

REAKTOR is a deeply powerful, highly-advanced platform for building any synth, effect, and sound design tool imaginable. From two structural levels – Core and Primary – the entire spectrum of device development opens to you.

Primary is the structural top-level, using a graphical signal flow paradigm with step-by-step event processing. It’s where all parameters, events, MIDI and OSC data are handled. Sound is created on Primary level using Primary Macros and Modules. Core is the deepest structural level, featuring a powerful runtime machine code audio compiler. Perfect for custom DSP algorithms, Core has its own comprehensive library of best-in-class DSP components.

YOUR SONIC TOOLKIT

Use REAKTOR’s included Primary and Core Macro libraries to design anything from simple synthesizers and real-time live performance tools to compositional systems and advanced granular processors. This comprehensive set of best-in-class DSP components empowers builders with the raw materials to create custom sound-generating systems from the ground up. Or go one step further and use them as a starting point for building or customizing your own macros.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

• macOS 11, 12 or 13 (latest update)
• Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit, latest Service Pack)
• Intel Core i5 or equivalent CPU, 4 GB RAM (6 GB recommended)
• Apple Silicon Macs (native mode or using Rosetta 2)
• Supported interfaces:
  • macOS (64-bit only): Stand-alone, VST, AU, AAX
  • Windows (64-bit only): Stand-alone, VST, AAX
• An Internet connection and a graphics card that supports OpenGL 2.1 or higher are required to download and activate this product. Once installed and activated, the product can be used offline.