Kevin DePree Music's video: How to Create Your Own Kontakt Instrument

2021 edit: since making this video I've learned quite a lot about making Kontakt instrument. If you are looking for more information about building your own instruments I would recommend you check out @pianobook.co.uk for loads of free resources, instruments, and instrument templates. As you probably know already, Kontakt has some seriously complex functions, which can make building your own instrument a BIG challenge. In this tutorial I'll show you the most simple way to create a playable instrument in Kontakt. Why would I want to make my own instrument? For starters, there is nothing more important as a composer & producer than having a unique palette of sounds. This is the easiest way for you to sound like YOU! What do I need for this tutorial? 1: Native instruments Kontakt Player 2: Samples that you've already prepared for making this instrument. If you have not done that, check out my previous tutorial How to Edit Samples for ANY Sampler Instrument https://youtu.be/4dYSwvlghjo 5 Easy Steps Step 1: Import samples Step 2: Set volume Step 3: Velocity modulation Step 4: AHDSR Step 5: Save instrument Download my Metal Sails Kontakt instrument: https://www.patreon.com/posts/36172688 YouTube: @kevindepreemusic Instagram: @kevin_depree Website: KevinDePree.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kevindepreemusic Credits: Connor Harrington: video editing Let me know you're watching: like, comment, subscribe, and turn on notifications. I value your interest in my videos and want to hear from you! Gear I used recording the samples: Shure SM57 microphones: https://amzn.to/2QzbM5w Zoom H4n Pro: https://amzn.to/2J7IgzC Sennheiser HD280PRO: https://amzn.to/2Uu4HEm Contact Microphone DIY: https://amzn.to/2QAG3B0 Contact Microphone: some options on Etsy License my channel theme for your videos @ https://www.songtradr.com/kevin.depree Hopeful Perspective