The best trap VSTs for music production from Native Instruments

In this roundup, we’ll be spotlighting some of the best trap VSTs that Native Instruments has to offer. From thunderous 808s to mind-bending synths and everything in between, each product below is tailor-made for crafting trap bangers. So, whether you're a seasoned trap producer looking to spice up your sound, or you’re just starting out on your beat-making journey, get ready to discover the tools that might just become your new secret sauce for trap music production.

1. Electric Touch

Infused with fresh guitar riffs, chords, and smooth hooks, the Electric Touch Expansion pack comes with over 300 one-shots, 402 loops, 51 Maschine kits, and 60 Battery kits – created in partnership with Laze The Producer and Kevin “BOOG” Scott. This is a killer trap VST Expansion pack, offering a rich palette for creating distinctive trap beats. With its blend of contemporary trap-style drums and distorted bass, this pack provides a solid foundation for crafting rhythmic trap tunes.


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2. Sacred Futures

Sacred Futures is another great Expansion pack for trap music producers. This pack was created with Snipe Young (producer for Nicki Minaj and Dr. Dre) and is perfect for making trap tunes with more of a modern, hip-hop aesthetic. It comes with 50 Maschine kits, 61 Battery kits, a selection of presets for Massive and Monark, and hundreds of loops and drum sounds. With plenty of bold beats, clean textures, and uplifting hooks, Sacred Futures offers quite a versatile production palette. Each sound found in this pack nods its head to hip-hop’s golden age, while bringing a fresh and modern twist – making it easy to craft unique trap beats with a hint of vintage vibes.


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3. Lockdown Grind

The Lockdown Grind Expansion is tailored for creating hard-hitting UK drill sounds, embodying the electrifying vibe of the UK underground scene. It comes loaded with 42 Maschine and 42 Battery kits, brimming with trap rolls, raw beats, and iconic bass slides. Additionally, it includes several Monark and Massive presets, as well as multi-sampled instruments for creating shuddering bass sounds. This pack is ideal for trap music production, offering tons of trap VST options through its various presets and kits. If you're looking to craft intense trap beats with that distinctive UK drill flavor, Lockdown Grind is the pack for you.


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4. Komplete 14

Komplete 14 is a music producer's dream toolbox, jam-packed with tons of cool VSTs to help you make music in any genre. When it comes to the trap genre, Komplete 14 contains many of the best VSTs for trap music production. The wide array of synthesizers, drum kits, and effects provided within the suite will help you cook up everything from hard-hitting beats to more laid back, atmospheric vibes. Plus, with all the effect plugins included as well, you’re sure to be able to tweak your sounds exactly how you like them – making Komplete 14 your one-stop-shop for trap VSTs.


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5. Trill Rays

The Trill Rays Expansion is heavily centered around vocal-driven sounds characteristic of modern pop, hip-hop, trap, and R&B tracks. With 50 Maschine kits, 60 Battery kits, 452 loops, and over 150 one-shots, Trill Rays provides everything you’ll need for creating captivating trap beats infused with modern vocal pop elements. Full of vocal chops, catchy keys, drum kits, and big-bass synth presets, Trill Rays is the best trap VST Expansion pack for producers aiming to make chart-topping trap hits.


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6. Certified Gold

The Certified Gold Expansion pack is engineered for the modern sounds of trap and hip-hop, featuring unique drums, heavy bass, and catchy hooks. With 50 Maschine kits, 49 Battery kits, and numerous presets for Reaktor Prism and Monark, it offers a diverse palette of sounds for trap beat-making. It also comes loaded with over 400 drum sounds and 350 loops, further adding to the wide sonic range of this Expansion pack. Certified Gold is particularly geared towards trap music production, and it ensures you’ll have all the essential tools for crafting trap beats with a modern flavor.


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7. Battery 4

Battery 4 is a drum sampler VST instrument that’s become very popular amongst beat makers – especially those making drum patterns in the trap and hip-hop genres. Battery 4 comes loaded with features designed for an enjoyable (and inspiring) beat making experience, making it one of the best trap drum VST options available. It comes with an extensive library of trap drum sounds, divided into pre-made kits. Plus, you can even use your own samples to further dial in your own sound. If you’re looking to craft trap beats quickly and easily, Battery 4 is the perfect tool for the job.


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8. 40’s Very Own Keys

40's Very Own Keys, masterminded by the highly acclaimed Noah “40” Shebib, is a prized instrument for trap production. It includes a huge selection of electric piano, grand piano, and classic synth sounds – all with 40’s signature “underwater” aesthetic. This Kontakt instrument is part of the Play Series, which is known for its user-friendly interface and great-sounding presets. With 150 presets to choose from, and the ability to modify each preset to your liking with tons of built-in effects, 40’s Very Own Keys provides a robust platform for crafting distinctive trap melodies and harmonies. If you’re looking for the perfect piano VST for trap beats, this is the instrument for you!


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9. Kontakt 7

Kontakt 7 is an outstanding VST plugin that stands as a top choice for trap music producers. Kontakt is a versatile instrument platform that extends beyond a mere sampler into a realm that has powered chart-topping hits for two decades. It offers an extensive and diverse library of sounds ranging from drum kits to synths to orchestral instruments, and provides a rich sonic palette to craft your own signature beats and melodies.


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10. Young Phantom

The Young Phantom Expansion pack encapsulates the essence (and evolution) of the drill genre, offering a robust collection of sounds ideal for trap music production. With its 64 Battery kits, 52 Maschine kits, and tons of loops and one-shots, it provides everything you need for crafting hard-hitting trap beats. Young Phantom also provides an array of presets for Massive, Prism, and Polysynth to help you create many of the atmospheric and eerie sounds often found in drill/trap music. Plus, with its extensive collection of evasive percussion samples and loops, Young Phantom is the best trap VST Expansion for adding that dark, drill vibe to your productions.


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11. Massive X

Massive X, with its impeccable sound quality and sonic versatility, could easily be regarded as the best trap VST for producers aiming to push the boundaries of trap music production. Massive X is a cutting-edge synthesizer, offering trap music producers a nearly infinite amount of sound design possibilities. Its extensive library of wavetables, flexible routing system, and wide range of modulation options make this synthesizer perfect for designing fresh sounds to use in your trap productions.


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Start making trap beats with trap VSTs

Now that you know about some of the best trap VSTs, it’s time to start making your own trap beats.
Komplete 14 is a great place to start, with all of the plugins mentioned above in one bundle. Trust that your future self will thank you when your beats are straight fire.

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