Ensure you are using the USB cable that came with the unit. Avoid using USB hubs; connect directly to a port on your computer.
Access and lock high-resolution audio formats up to 24-bit/192 kHz.
Windows requires a dedicated ASIO (Audio Stream Input/Output) driver provided by Native Instruments. Standard Windows audio drivers (like WASAPI or DirectSound) introduce too much latency (delay), making it impossible to record instruments or vocals in real-time. The official ASIO driver allows your Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) to communicate directly with the hardware for ultra-low latency performance. native instruments komplete audio 2 driver
If your computer or Native Access doesn't see the interface:
Go to and select Komplete Audio 2 .
Before downloading any files, it is important to understand how the Komplete Audio 2 interacts with your specific operating system, as driver requirements vary significantly between Windows and macOS. Windows (ASIO Drivers Required)
Sometimes the driver installation fails. Run the installer again, choose "Uninstall," restart your computer, and then install again. Ensure you are using the USB cable that came with the unit
Open the Komplete Audio Control Panel (installed alongside the Windows driver) or your DAW audio settings and increase the buffer size.
Download and install Native Access from the official Native Instruments website. This is the centralized software management tool for all NI products. Once logged in, connect your device, and Native Access will automatically detect your hardware and prompt the correct driver installation. If your computer or Native Access doesn't see
To help diagnose any specific performance problems you are experiencing, tell me: