THE LIBRARY
Almost endless possibilities lie in store with 70+ ready-to-use instruments and effects included in REAKTOR 5.6. Each of these instruments is a sound world in itself, with countless sounds (called snapshots) designed for instant use.
A totally unique and forward-thinking collection of high-end sound tools, the Library contains instruments you simply won't find anywhere else - one of the many reasons why REAKTOR is "The Future of Sound".
| Category | Quantity | Category Description |
| Synthesizer | 25 | All kinds of synthesizers, from subtractive, additive, FM to wavetable-based synthesis and physical modeling |
| Sound Generators | 3 | Totally unique, self-playing soundscape generators |
| Grooveboxes | 9 | Sample/ synth-based drum machines with built-in sequencers |
| Sample Player | 2 | One Drum Sample Player & one Beatslicer for cutting up loops and triggering loop slices |
| Sample Transformer | 6 | Advanced tools to mangle samples in countless creative ways, including powerful granular re-synthesis tools and sequenced groove generators |
| Sequencer | 8 | Various experimental / generative sequencers for use with other instruments to trigger chords, grooves, melodies, or to modulate sound parameters |
| Effects | 22 | Creative multi-effects with unique sound shaping potential |
In addition over 3,000 instruments can be downloaded for free from the exclusive REAKTOR User Library.
View all Instrument GUIs in the Image Galleries:
Synthesizers and Sound Generators...
Grooveboxes and Sample Transformer…
Effects and Sequencers…
Using REAKTOR 5.6 and its fantastic instruments does not require any expert knowledge.
The Browser lets you open a desired instrument, select and save presets, or read instrument descriptions. You can even select two presets and effortlessly morph their different sound characteristics.
When used in a stand-alone context the built-in Playback Deck can serve as an audio source for REAKTOR effects, while the Recorder is ideal for recording and exporting loops or sounds as high-quality audio files to use in your DAW. The Recorder features convenient tools such as obtaining exact loop lengths.
The integrated Mapping Editor makes it easy to create custom sample maps and adjust the settings accordingly. This feature offers the chance to customize sample-based instruments and dramatically expand the sound possibilities.
