• The essential selection from Native Instruments' award-winning software synthesizers, samplers and effects
• Over 3GB and 1,000 studio-quality sounds including orchestral strings, band instruments, GUITAR RIG amps, and REAKTOR synthesizers
• Preset library covering the entire musical spectrum
• Includes 3 KOMPLETE PLAYERS
• Intuitive user interfaces for fast and efficient workflow
• Supports all major plug-in formats for perfect integration in professional music production environments
• All instruments run stand-alone - ideal for live performances on stage
• Ready for Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, GarageBand, Live, and all other major DAWs
• Fully expandable with KOMPLETE instruments and effects,
• $30/25 € e-voucher included for purchasing additional instruments from the huge range of KOMPLETE instruments and effects

• Contains an incredible, detailed string section from the Vienna Symphonic Library
• Expressive brass ensemble and a selection of exotic sounds from around the world including tablas, kalimba and steel drums
• For pop and rock, there's a comprehensive selection of instruments straight out of the practice room, including upright piano, organs, bass, horns, and drum kits
• Vintage 60s Gretsch kit, beautifully recorded at Abbey Road Studio's world famous Studio Two
• Instruments run in the included KONTAKT 4 PLAYER

• Premium samples of vintage analog synthesizers, keyboards, organs, string synthesizers, or famous drum machines like the TR-808/909, CR-78, and more
• Contemporary electronics with a selection of 12 unique synthesizers and synthetic drum kits
• Features 6 urban production kits from URBAN ARSENAL, each consisting of drum loops, single loop tracks and individual sample slices
• Instruments run in the included KONTAKT 4 PLAYER

• 8 perfectly modeled classic amps and the Matched Cabinet module for tried-and-true classic tone - just about every guitar sound ever recorded is available
• 27 boutique effects pedals including overdrive and distortion, chorus, phaser, flanger, wah-wahs, reverb and delays
• Create extensive custom pedalboards
• Amplifiers and effects run in the included GUITAR RIG 4 PLAYER

• Hand-picked selection of synthesizers created with REAKTOR, Native Instruments' trademark modular sound studio
• Over 900 sounds - both classic and modern - in 6 distinctive instruments
• Photone - contemporary workhorse synthesizer
• Aerobic - virtual analog drum machine plus step sequencer
• Oki Computer 2 - wavetable synthesizer for Lo-Fi digital madness
• Metaphysical Function - generative synthesizer for evolving patterns and soundscapes
• Steampipe 2 - acoustic modeling of resonant tubes and pipes
• REAKTOR SPARK - synthesizer created by Stephan Schmitt, which uses controlled feedback for a unique presence in any mix
• Synthesizers run in the included REAKTOR 5 PLAYER

• Complete guitar-to-computer package with acoustic-guitar pickup, 1/4"-to-USB cable, and Cubase LE software
• Single-coil pickup gives your acoustic guitar hassle-free output
• GuitarLink 1/4"-to-USB cable makes connecting any guitar or bass to your computer quick and easy
• Quick and easy, do-it-yourself installation and removal with no modification needed
• Works with iPad via Apple USB Adaptor (sold separately)
• Pickup mounting brackets feature soft, shock-absorbing cushions for high performance
• Built-in analog-to-digital conversion for CD-quality recording
• 16.5-foot (6m) GuitarLink cable length

• Single-coil guitar pickup with 1/4" female output jack
• GuitarLink 1/4"-to-USB cable
• Cubase LE software
• Quick start guide
• Works with iPad via Apple USB Adaptor(sold separately).

• Connects Guitar And Other Line-level Instruments To Your Computer
• Internal, Analog-to-digital Audio Conversion At 16-bit, 44.1 Khz
• Plug-and-play Usb Connection For Mac And Pc
• Works With Ipad Via Apple Usb Adaptor (Sold Separately)
• 16.5-foot Length (5m) To Provide Unrestricted Performances
• Compatible With Most Mac And Windows Class-compliant Drivers And Software
• Included Guitar Rig Le® Software Lets You Shape Your Sound And Record Your Performances

• Guitarlink Cable
• Software Cd

• REAKTOR 5.5 - modular sound studio for customizing or creating instruments, enhanced with a redesigned interface, new additive and modal synthesis, and much more
• KONTAKT 4 - industry-standard software sampler with a 43GB library, a flexible sound architecture and endless possibilities for tweaking your samples

• GUITAR RIG 4 PRO - professional software for guitar and bass with countless amps, cabinets and effects to create every imaginable guitar and bass tone
• RAMMFIRE - amp emulation ideal for heavy room-filling riffs, super-fast attack and bone-crunching overdrive, directly modeled on the legendary Pre-500 Dual Rectifier Amp and recording setup of Richard Z. Kruspe
• SCARBEE MM-BASS - puts the warm and creamy bass sounds of 1970's disco and funk at your fingertips

• THE FINGER - based on REAKTOR technology and derived from the live setup of Tim Exile, is a live performance and remix effect which can be "played" like a musical instrument. THE FINGER provides more than 40 effects, including real-time samplers/transformers (e.g. loop, re-arrange, reverse, scratch, heavy granular effects etc.), as well as filters, gaters, delays, reverbs, distortion, wave shapers, ring modulation, and many others
• TRAKTOR's 12 - 12 of the most inspiring and contemporary effects from the arsenal of TRAKTOR PRO, including delays, reverbs, filters, Beatmasher, Transpose Stretch and Mulholland Drive, among others
• REFLEKTOR - a creative convolution reverb based on groundbreaking Zero Latency Convolution technology

• BATTERY 3 - professional drum sampler with vast mapping and sound tweaking capabilities, maximum ease-of-use plus a 12GB drum kit library
• ABBEY ROAD/60s DRUMS - two legendary 1960's drum kits, recorded at Abbey Road with vintage equipment delivers exceptionally authentic, nuanced drum sounds

• ABSYNTH 5 - semi-modular synthesizer offering a vast range of sonic possibilities, perfect for pads, endlessly evolving soundscapes, synthesizer sounds, and more
• REAKTOR PRISM - a highly playable polyphonic instrument with an unconventional sound based on the new "Modal Bank" module
• REAKTOR SPARK - stunningly dynamic synthesizer sounds based on a unique REAKTOR ensemble developed by NI founder Stephan Schmitt
• MASSIVE - the heavyweight synthesizer for fat basses and piercing leads; from creamy analog sounds to dirty, brute force audio
• FM8 - embodies the bright, lively sound of FM synthesis and its innovative features raise FM based synthesis to new levels
• ACOUSTIC REFRACTIONS - 100 unique and inspiring instruments based on unusual sampled sources including, ice, washing machines, the Golden Gate Bridge etc.

• NEW YORK CONCERT GRAND - detailed reproduction of the contemporary grand piano with a stunning range
• BERLIN CONCERT GRAND - reproduction of an international standard piano containing a unique freshness, strength and musicality
• VIENNA CONCERT GRAND - classic concert piano reproducing the legendary "singing" sound of a Viennese legend
• UPRIGHT PIANO - traditional, quality piano with a warm and compact sound, offering a distinctly charismatic signature sound

• VINTAGE ORGANS - 5 legendary organs, meticulously sampled and perfectly preserving their authentic character and charm
• SCARBEE CLAVINET/PIANET - the sounds of two legends, expertly sampled and brimming with the character of the originals
• SCARBEE MARK I - an iconic electric piano from the 70's, rich in detail perfectly preserved in all its analog brilliance
• SCARBEE A-200 - classic and highly versatile electric piano with all its characteristic dynamic range captured intact

• Comprehensive and powerful drum sampler based on a next generation sample engine
• 12 GB sample library: over 100 drum kits with over 23,000 individual samples and over 2,600 categorized drum cells covering all musical styles
• Vintage sampling modes emulating the legendary sound of classic drum machines MPC60* / SP-1200* (with 4 sound settings)
• Improved workflow and usability, fast and intuitive access to all parameters.
• Fully customizable cell matrix: freely definable rows and columns with up to a total of 128 sample cells
• Improved cell effects and a new master effects section
• Performance articulations: roll, flam, buzz, right hand, etc.
• Beat synchronisation with loop import for Apple Loops, REX, Acid Wave and Beat Creator
• Time stretching feature per cell for creative sample manipulation
• Sample Purge keeps RAM load to a minimum

• Stand-alone
• VST
• Audio Units
• RTAS (Pro Tools 8 and higher)
• ASIO
• Core Audio
• DirectSound
• WASAPI

• 5 supreme-sounding guitar and bass amplifiers
• Brand new Control Room module offers carefully tweaked professional mic'ings for unparalleled studio tones
• New Matched Cabinets (version 4) offers a harmonized speaker setup for every single amp
• 48 perfectly modeled guitar effects including distortions, flangers, choruses, tremolos, wah-wahs, pitch shifting, delays and reverbs plus premium features like the loop machine and powerful modifiers
• New Master Effect section retains reverberation and delays while changing presets
• Improved preset browser with extensive search functions and KORE 2 format compatibility
• More than 250 brand new, high-quality presets for all genres
• True stereo processing for all components
• Cabinets and Microphones module with 17 guitar and 6 bass cabinets, 4 rotary speakers and 9 microphones
• Integrated tuner, metronome and 2 tapedeck modules for easy recording
• Dedicated "Live View" for performing on stage
• Fully expandable with upcoming Guitar Rig Expansion Packs

• 15 supreme-sounding guitar and bass amplifiers
• Brand new Control Room module offers carefully tweaked professional mic'ings for unparalleled studio tones
• New Matched Cabinets (version 4) offers a harmonized speaker setup for every single amp
• 48 perfectly modeled guitar effects including distortions, flangers, choruses, tremolos, wah-wahs, pitch shifting, delays and reverbs plus premium features like the loop machine and powerful modifiers
• New Master Effect section retains reverberation and delays while changing presets
• Improved preset browser with extensive search functions and KORE 2 format compatibility
• More than 250 brand new, high-quality presets for all genres
• True stereo processing for all components
• Cabinets and Microphones module with 17 guitar and 6 bass cabinets, 4 rotary speakers and 9 microphones
• Integrated tuner, metronome and 2 tapedeck modules for easy recording
• Dedicated "Live View" for performing on stage
• Fully expandable with upcoming Guitar Rig Expansion Packs

• Sturdy foot controller with rugged, stylish black aluminum housing
• One metal pedal and 9 ultra solid switches (one under the pedal, e.g. to bypass a wah-wah effect)
• Each switch has a LED indicating its status
• USB 2.0 audio interface with 24-bit/192kHz resolution
• Two 1/4" TRS inputs with instrument pre-amps (regular line devices such as synthesizers can be used as well) with individual gain controls per channel and signal/peak LEDs
• Two balanced 1/4" TRS outputs with high/low switch (full scale and -14dB, e.g. for guitar amps) and signal LED meters
• Headphone 1/4" TRS output with individual level control
• Two 1/4" pedal inputs for additional expression and volume pedals or switch-boxes
• Bi-directional communication with the RIG KONTROL software (not included)
• 4 digit status LED displays current GUITAR RIG preset number
• MIDI I/O with activity LEDs
• The control data of the pedal can be recorded to a sequencer's automation track

Ableton Live 8 provides a comprehensive environment for writing, producing and performing music.

Session View
Live is the only music production software with the "Session View": a unique grid for recording and playing musical ideas and phrases. The Session View is non-linear, so you can record and play back your ideas in any order you want. When you're working on a new track, this is a smart, flexible way to write and record. If you're performing music live, it gives you complete flexibility and freedom to improvise.

Arrangement View
Live also has a second view: the "Arrangement View," a complete music production environment. This is the linear counterpart to the Session View and is well-suited to "traditional" recording, arranging and mixing. These two views interact with one another, each with its own strengths and intricacies. Both views are based on the single principle of creative, intuitive music-making.

Uninterrupted creative flow
In Live, you never have to stop the music. Record audio and MIDI on the fly, drop in loops and samples, add effects and swap sounds without ever hitting the stop button: everything happens in real time. You're free to improvise and the computer actually becomes a musical instrument—an expressive and creative tool, perfectly at home on stage or in the studio.

Beats made easy
Live's unique Drum Rack combines drag-and-drop simplicity in a familiar pad-style interface. Each of the 128 drum pads can have its own instrument or sample plus effects. Slice beats, loops or REX files to MIDI for additional control options and use the new groove feature (which includes grooves from the legendary MPC and SP1200 machines) to add swing to your beats.

Creative expression for DJs
Mix and match tracks and loops automatically, remix on the fly, capture audio loops in real time from decks and other external sources, incorporate your own productions into the mix, and much more. Whether it's the centerpiece of the DJ rig or just a creative sidearm, Live gives DJs entirely new worlds of creative expression.

Looping with Live
Not only for guitarists, the Ableton Looper gives you classic sound-on-sound looping without the limitations of a hardware device. Looper is set up for remote operation, so you can record, overdub, undo and more without touching the computer.

Totally compatible
Live works seamlessly with controller hardware and assigning custom MIDI controls is simple. Live supports AIFF, WAV, MP3, Ogg Vorbis and FLAC files, VST and AU effects and instruments. Live can handle REX files and runs as a ReWire Master or Slave, so it works nicely alongside other DAWs like Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase or Reason. And if you have a multicore or multiprocessor system, Live supports that, too.

• Multitrack recording up to 32-bit/192 kHz
• Nondestructive editing with unlimited undo
• Powerful MIDI sequencing of software and hardware instruments
• Advanced warping and real-time time-stretching
• Library with over 1600 expressive sounds, each with versatile control options
• A comprehensive selection of built-in audio and MIDI effects
• A wide range of software instruments
• Instrument Racks for simple management of complex instrument setups
• Drum Racks for intuitive and responsive beat-making
• Effect Racks for professional-grade mastering, mixing and creative sound processing
• New groove engine; apply and extract grooves in real time
• Construction kits containing loops and phrases in a number of styles
• Sound Objects Lite, from SonArte: a toolkit of real world object recordings
• 440 MB of abstract, experimental loops from renowned music software pioneers Cycling '74 *
• Over 400 loops and samples from Zero-G *
• 1000s of single-device presets: simple components for making new sounds and exploring synthesis
• Song templates with pre-configured tracks and routing
• Supports AIFF, WAV, MP3, Ogg Vorbis and FLAC files
• VST and AU support; automatic plug-in delay compensation
• REX file support plus built-in audio to MIDI slicing
• Video import and export for scoring, video warping
• Simple MIDI mapping plus instant mapping for selected hardware
• Full ReWire support; runs as Slave or Master
• Multicore and multiprocessor support

*Boxed version only.

Also includes

• Printed reference manual in English, French, German or Japanese (box only)
• Built-in interactive lessons
• Localized software menus, tutorials and PDF reference manuals in English, Spanish, French, German and Japanese
  

KOMPLETE 8 ULTIMATE provides a total of 50 outstanding musical tools: The updated flagships KONTAKT 5 and GUITAR RIG 5 PRO set completely new standards, alongside the powerful synthesis of REAKTOR 5.6.

Brand-new stars like STUDIO DRUMMER, TRANSIENT MASTER, SESSION STRINGS PRO, the SOLID MIX SERIES, and VINTAGE COMPRESSORS join the ranks next to NI classics such as MASSIVE, ABSYNTH and ALICIA'S KEYS.

ULTIMATE CONVENIENCE

KOMPLETE 8 ULTIMATE weighs in at 240 GB of premium sound content - which is why it comes on its own dedicated, sturdy USB 2.0 drive. Setup everything in one go, by simply installing KOMPLETE 8 ULTIMATE to your chosen internal or external drive. Without the lengthy DVD installation process, you can have KOMPLETE 8 ULTIMATE up and running easily.

E-Voucher included

KOMPLETE 8 ULTIMATE has got it all – but Native Instruments is constantly releasing exciting new products. That’s why when you register KOMPLETE 8 ULTIMATE, you will receive a $30/25€ e-voucher towards any additional KOMPLETE Instrument or Effect or any MASCHINE EXPANSION.

SEAMLESS MASCHINE INTEGRATION

KOMPLETE 8 ULTIMATE is fully integrated with MASCHINE, the groove production studio from Native Instruments. Instantly load any of the instruments or effects from KOMPLETE 8 ULTIMATE (or any other VST or AU plug in) into your MASCHINE project for complete real-time control. Together, MASCHINE and KOMPLETE 8 ULTIMATE make a powerhouse partnership for any studio.

Windows
Windows 7 (latest Service Pack, 32/64 Bit), Intel Core Duo or AMD Athlon 64, 2 GB RAM

Mac
Mac OS X 10.6 (latest update) or 10.7, Intel Core Duo, 2 GB RAM
Requires 5 GB free disc space / 195 GB* for complete installation, USB 2.0 port.
Specific requirements vary depending on the individual program.

SUPPORTED INTERFACES

• Stand-alone
• VST
• Audio Units
• ASIO
• Core Audio
• WASAPI
• RTAS (Pro Tools 8 and higher)