THE KITCHEN IS
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The Kitchen
The Kitchen
The Kitchen
MONTHLY PRODUCER CHALLENGES
MONTHLY PRODUCER CHALLENGES
MONTHLY PRODUCER CHALLENGES
This month's challenge
Create a track inspired by the Sabrina Carpenter track "Espresso" and its high energy, four on the floor, disco vibe.
This month's challenge
Create a track inspired by the Sabrina Carpenter track "Espresso" and its high energy, four on the floor, disco vibe.
Get notified of future challenges
Get notified of future challenges
Get notified of future challenges
CHALLENGE WINNERS
The winners for our first challenge
CHALLENGE WINNERS
The winners for our first challenge
NATIVE INSTRUMENTS + HIGHNOTE PICK
NATIVE INSTRUMENTS + HIGHNOTE PICK
“It’s A Party”
by Petter Jensen
HOW IT WORKS
Download the ingredients, chop, distort, flip or use them as is to create a new track based on the theme.
HOW IT WORKS
Download the ingredients, chop, distort, flip or use them as is to create a new track based on the theme.
HOW IT WORKS
Download the ingredients, chop, distort, flip or use them as is to create a new track based on the theme.
HOW IT WORKS
Download the ingredients, chop, distort, flip or use them as is to create a new track based on the theme.
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SUBMIT YOUR TRACK
Use the ingredients to make a track based on the theme. You can use pieces or all of the ingredients in your track.
SUBMIT BY OCTOBER 2ND
00:00:00:00
left to submit
1
SUBMIT YOUR TRACK
Use the ingredients to make a track based on the theme. You can use pieces or all of the ingredients in your track.
SUBMIT BY OCTOBER 2ND
00:00:00:00
left to submit
1
SUBMIT YOUR TRACK
Use the ingredients to make a track based on the theme. You can use pieces or all of the ingredients in your track.
SUBMIT BY OCTOBER 2ND
00:00:00:00
left to submit
1
SUBMIT YOUR TRACK
Use the ingredients to make a track based on the theme. You can use pieces or all of the ingredients in your track.
SUBMIT BY OCTOBER 2ND
00:00:00:00
left to submit
2
VOTING BEGINS ON TOP 15
A playlist containing the Top 15 tracks will be emailed to all participants for voting.
october 3 - 6
00:00:00:00
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2
VOTING BEGINS ON TOP 15
A playlist containing the Top 15 tracks will be emailed to all participants for voting.
october 3 - 6
00:00:00:00
left to submit
2
VOTING BEGINS ON TOP 15
A playlist containing the Top 15 tracks will be emailed to all participants for voting.
october 3 - 6
00:00:00:00
left to submit
2
VOTING BEGINS ON TOP 15
A playlist containing the Top 15 tracks will be emailed to all participants for voting.
october 3 - 6
00:00:00:00
left to submit
3
WINNERS ANNOUNCED
The winners as chosen by the judges and the community will be announced and awarded prizes
october 11
00:00:00:00
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WINNERS ANNOUNCED
The winners as chosen by the judges and the community will be announced and awarded prizes
october 11
00:00:00:00
left to submit
3
WINNERS ANNOUNCED
The winners as chosen by the judges and the community will be announced and awarded prizes
october 11
00:00:00:00
left to submit
3
WINNERS ANNOUNCED
The winners as chosen by the judges and the community will be announced and awarded prizes
october 11
00:00:00:00
left to submit
PRIZES
Every challenge has three winners. All three will receive:
PRIZES
Every challenge has three winners. All three will receive:
PRIZES
Every challenge has three winners. All three will receive:
PRIZES
Every challenge has three winners. All three will receive:
Native Instruments KOMPLETE 15 Ultimate
$1,199 value
Komplete 15 Ultimate is an expansive collection of creative tools for professional production, scoring, performance, and sound design. It features over 150 premium instruments and effects, including cutting-edge synths, cinematic sample libraries, advanced sound design tools, and more than 80 Expansion sound packs.
Highnote Studio
Annual Plan
$360 value
Highnote Studio lets you manage unlimited tracks, shared projects, and up to 5TB of cloud storage on Highnotes audio-first workflow platform. Share, discuss, and present your music projects like never before.
challenge faq
Here are some frequently asked questions about challenges from Highnote and Native Instruments
challenge faq
Here are some frequently asked questions about challenges from Highnote and Native Instruments
challenge faq
Here are some frequently asked questions about challenges from Highnote and Native Instruments
challenge faq
Here are some frequently asked questions about challenges from Highnote and Native Instruments
Does it cost money to participate?
Participation is completely free. All you need is to sign up for a free Highnote and Native Instruments’ account.
Does it cost money to participate?
Participation is completely free. All you need is to sign up for a free Highnote and Native Instruments’ account.
Does it cost money to participate?
Participation is completely free. All you need is to sign up for a free Highnote and Native Instruments’ account.
Does it cost money to participate?
Participation is completely free. All you need is to sign up for a free Highnote and Native Instruments’ account.
How many tracks can I submit?
Each participant can submit one entry each. In the event that you submit multiple tracks, only your last submission will be used during the judging process.
How many tracks can I submit?
Each participant can submit one entry each. In the event that you submit multiple tracks, only your last submission will be used during the judging process.
How many tracks can I submit?
Each participant can submit one entry each. In the event that you submit multiple tracks, only your last submission will be used during the judging process.
How many tracks can I submit?
Each participant can submit one entry each. In the event that you submit multiple tracks, only your last submission will be used during the judging process.
Can my track be instrumental?
Yes, your track just needs to address the theme of the challenge you’re submitting for.
Can my track be instrumental?
Yes, your track just needs to address the theme of the challenge you’re submitting for.
Can my track be instrumental?
Yes, your track just needs to address the theme of the challenge you’re submitting for.
Can my track be instrumental?
Yes, your track just needs to address the theme of the challenge you’re submitting for.
How long does my track need to be?
Tracks should be at least 1 minute in length.
How long does my track need to be?
Tracks should be at least 1 minute in length.
How long does my track need to be?
Tracks should be at least 1 minute in length.
How long does my track need to be?
Tracks should be at least 1 minute in length.
Do I have to use ONLY the provided ingredients?
No, but you must include some form of each. This can be chopped, flipped, distorted, or other creative ways to incorporate each.
Do I have to use ONLY the provided ingredients?
No, but you must include some form of each. This can be chopped, flipped, distorted, or other creative ways to incorporate each.
Do I have to use ONLY the provided ingredients?
No, but you must include some form of each. This can be chopped, flipped, distorted, or other creative ways to incorporate each.
Do I have to use ONLY the provided ingredients?
No, but you must include some form of each. This can be chopped, flipped, distorted, or other creative ways to incorporate each.
Why do I need a Highnote and Native Instruments account?
Both Highnote and Native Instruments are providing the tools necessary for you to produce and submit your entry. Highnote is hosting the competition and will let you participate in the monthly challenges. Native Instruments is providing the free ingredients for each competition, accessible via Komplete Start.
Why do I need a Highnote and Native Instruments account?
Both Highnote and Native Instruments are providing the tools necessary for you to produce and submit your entry. Highnote is hosting the competition and will let you participate in the monthly challenges. Native Instruments is providing the free ingredients for each competition, accessible via Komplete Start.
Why do I need a Highnote and Native Instruments account?
Both Highnote and Native Instruments are providing the tools necessary for you to produce and submit your entry. Highnote is hosting the competition and will let you participate in the monthly challenges. Native Instruments is providing the free ingredients for each competition, accessible via Komplete Start.
Why do I need a Highnote and Native Instruments account?
Both Highnote and Native Instruments are providing the tools necessary for you to produce and submit your entry. Highnote is hosting the competition and will let you participate in the monthly challenges. Native Instruments is providing the free ingredients for each competition, accessible via Komplete Start.
How does the judging work?
Three winners will be selected total:
1 - Highnote and Native Instruments staff pick
1 - Community Choice, voted on by your fellow challenge participants
1 - Guest judge’s choice
Factors that will be considered include but are not limited to:
Originality and creativity of the track
Musical production quality
Organic incorporation of the audio sample, theme, Native Instruments plugin
How does the judging work?
Three winners will be selected total:
1 - Highnote and Native Instruments staff pick
1 - Community Choice, voted on by your fellow challenge participants
1 - Guest judge’s choice
Factors that will be considered include but are not limited to:
Originality and creativity of the track
Musical production quality
Organic incorporation of the audio sample, theme, Native Instruments plugin
How does the judging work?
Three winners will be selected total:
1 - Highnote and Native Instruments staff pick
1 - Community Choice, voted on by your fellow challenge participants
1 - Guest judge’s choice
Factors that will be considered include but are not limited to:
Originality and creativity of the track
Musical production quality
Organic incorporation of the audio sample, theme, Native Instruments plugin
How does the judging work?
Three winners will be selected total:
1 - Highnote and Native Instruments staff pick
1 - Community Choice, voted on by your fellow challenge participants
1 - Guest judge’s choice
Factors that will be considered include but are not limited to:
Originality and creativity of the track
Musical production quality
Organic incorporation of the audio sample, theme, Native Instruments plugin
How do I use Hypha?
To run Hypha, you’ll need Kontakt, Native Instruments' flagship sampling platform. If you don’t have Kontakt 7, you can use Kontakt 7 Player, which is available for free through Native Access. Follow this guide to set up Kontakt in your DAW.
How do I use Hypha?
To run Hypha, you’ll need Kontakt, Native Instruments' flagship sampling platform. If you don’t have Kontakt 7, you can use Kontakt 7 Player, which is available for free through Native Access. Follow this guide to set up Kontakt in your DAW.
How do I use Hypha?
To run Hypha, you’ll need Kontakt, Native Instruments' flagship sampling platform. If you don’t have Kontakt 7, you can use Kontakt 7 Player, which is available for free through Native Access. Follow this guide to set up Kontakt in your DAW.
How do I use Hypha?
To run Hypha, you’ll need Kontakt, Native Instruments' flagship sampling platform. If you don’t have Kontakt 7, you can use Kontakt 7 Player, which is available for free through Native Access. Follow this guide to set up Kontakt in your DAW.
I’m having trouble downloading the ingredients
The first ingredient, a neo boogie loop with drum stem, is available for download directly from the Highnote space.
The second ingredient, Hypha (included in the free Komplete Start bundle), can be downloaded from the Native Instruments website. You’ll need the Native Access app to install it. If you run into any issues, check out the help center for assistance.
I’m having trouble downloading the ingredients
The first ingredient, a neo boogie loop with drum stem, is available for download directly from the Highnote space.
The second ingredient, Hypha (included in the free Komplete Start bundle), can be downloaded from the Native Instruments website. You’ll need the Native Access app to install it. If you run into any issues, check out the help center for assistance.
I’m having trouble downloading the ingredients
The first ingredient, a neo boogie loop with drum stem, is available for download directly from the Highnote space.
The second ingredient, Hypha (included in the free Komplete Start bundle), can be downloaded from the Native Instruments website. You’ll need the Native Access app to install it. If you run into any issues, check out the help center for assistance.
I’m having trouble downloading the ingredients
The first ingredient, a neo boogie loop with drum stem, is available for download directly from the Highnote space.
The second ingredient, Hypha (included in the free Komplete Start bundle), can be downloaded from the Native Instruments website. You’ll need the Native Access app to install it. If you run into any issues, check out the help center for assistance.
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Features
Lossless Audio Streaming
Voice Comments
Group Chat
Audio Polls
Version Management
Archiving + Storage
Security
Timestamp Commenting
A/B Instant Playback
Public + Private Spaces
Community
Features
Lossless Audio Streaming
Voice Comments
Group Chat
Audio Polls
Version Management
Archiving + Storage
Security
Timestamp Commenting
A/B Instant Playback
Public + Private Spaces
Community
Features
Lossless Audio Streaming
Voice Comments
Group Chat
Audio Polls
Version Management
Archiving + Storage
Security
Timestamp Commenting
A/B Instant Playback
Public + Private Spaces
Community