Nearing Kompletion: New Komplete Audio interfaces announced!
More useful and exciting toys from Native Instruments in the form of some new Komplete Audio Interfaces!
I present to you: Komplete Audio 1 and Audio 2 – aimed at anyone in the need of capturing or unleashing high-quality audio for their projects at a more than reasonable price. Whether it’s a podcast, beat making, instrument capture or the incorporation of outboard gear like synths – these interfaces will certainly prove useful. Combine this hardware with included software, you’re saving a fistful of cash buying either of these interfaces.
Komplete Audio Interface features
The Komplete Audio 1 and Komplete Audio 2 share brilliant audio quality with their industry standard 192kHz, 24-Bit conversion. Other Features include:
- VU meter – for volume and gain visual feedback
- Direct Monitoring – ensuring a healthy output of zero-latency monitoring
- Big volume knob – Ergonomic design to control output levels
- Input/Host Mix – Monitor your recording in real-time directly from the Komplete Audio Interface
- Bus Powered – USB 2.0 powers these interfaces for extended portability, field recording and ease of use.
- Mac and PC compatible – With full ASIO, Core Audio, DirectSound and WASAPI support
Software included with Komplete Audio 1 and Komplete Audio 2 Interfaces
If new hardware is announced by Native Instruments, you can bet your bottom dollar there will be a plethora of software included – it’s no different with these two interfaces:
Maschine Essentials; Full Maschine software – the same system you would get if you bought the Mikro, Maschine MK3 or the Jam – is included. This comes with 1.6GB of Maschine samples, loops, one-shots and instruments. You can upgrade this to the full factory library and Komplete 12 select for a lower price than buying them outright
Replika – This plugin lets you get creative with delay
Phasis – Phasing effects (both classic and modern) to add movement to your sounds
Solid Bud Comp – Native Instruments’ powerful compressor for mastering and mixing
Monark – A household name for NI users: monophonic vintage synth sounds and tones
Komplete Start – Native Instruments’ free production suite
Ableton Live Lite – Music creation software
sounds.com – 2 months free subscription
What’s the difference between the new Komplete Audio Interfaces?
Connectivity: Inputs
Komplete Audio 1: 2 x Inputs consisting of 1 x XLR input with Phantom power and 1 x 1/4” Jack input with gain control
Komplete Audio 2: 2 x Inputs consisting of 2 x combo XLR/Jack with Phantom power for flexible recording
Connectivity: Outputs
Komplete Audio 2: Stereo 1/4” balanced Jack outputs for connection to studio monitors or stage
Details: Komplete Audio 1 £79 and Komplete Audio 2 £109