KONTAKT Instrument File
General Information
| Title | NKI File Extension |
| Extension | .nki |
| Full Form | KONTAKT Instrument File |
| File Type | Audio Sample Library File |
| Developer | Native Instruments |
| MIME Type | application/x-nki |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store instrument data |
| Additional Functions | Reference samples, Save settings |
| Features | Multi-sampled, Mapped keyzones |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High-quality |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Music Production | Yes |
| Sound Design | Yes |
| Live Performance | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Piracy concerns |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Authorized use |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2000s |
| Latest Version | Compatible with KONTAKT 6 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .nkm, .nkb, .nkx, .nkc |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Native Instruments KONTAKT |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
| NI KOMPLETE |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
| Reaper (with KONTAKT) |
Free, Paid | Windows, Mac, Linux |