As an extremely happy owner of Komplete 3, anyone who is just getting started in the world of MIDI synths and samples shouldn't even think about. Just buy it! Komplete 5 for $400 is a stupidly cheap price. I thought that Kontakt 3 (included) alone would cost that.

Komplete 3, while using older versions of most of the included synths/samples and missing Massive and Akoustik Piano, handles about 85% of my MIDI sound needs. In fact, the only time I reach for anything else is when I need real drum sounds and sometimes real bass sounds. (I use Superior Drummer 2.0 and East West Hardcore Bass generally for those.) With that said, I do reach for the Stingray samples quite a bit in Kompakt.

I remember when they cut the price in half on Komplete 3 several years ago and they were charging $600 for it. I thought this was an insane value (and it was!). To jump into the world of MIDI sequencing for only $400 should be illegal. If you are considering going the MIDI route, I can't recommend Komplete 5 any higher. You will be happy!

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About Native Instruments:

Native Instruments is a leading manufacturer of software and hardware for computer-based music production and performance. The company's mission is to develop innovative, fully integrated solutions for all professions, styles and genres. The resulting products regularly push technological boundaries and open up new creative horizons for professionals and amateurs alike.