Native Instruments Play Series: Glaze [kontakt] Apr 2026

As part of the KONTAKT Play Series of instruments, GLAZE marks a new frontier in vocal synthesis. Originally developed by Curtis ' Native Instruments

Initially utilized as a private, custom-built studio tool by Wilson and Holiday (who have worked with the likes of Ne-Yo, Ariana Grande, and Dr. Dre), Native Instruments refined the concept into a commercial product. It features live recordings of diverse vocalists, including Sonna Rele, Kip Blackshire, and Candice Boyd. 2. Core Architecture and Interface Native Instruments Play Series: Glaze [KONTAKT]

The Play Series by Native Instruments is characterized by its focus on specialized, genre-focused sonic palettes housed inside simplified, performance-oriented UI designs. Released as the tenth installment in this series, Glaze targets the "glossy," highly-processed vocal arrangements popular in modern commercial music. As part of the KONTAKT Play Series of

Native Instruments Glaze is a highly specialized virtual instrument operating within the Kontakt and Kontakt Player environments. Developed in collaboration with legendary engineers Curtis "Sauce" Wilson and Rochad Holiday, Glaze bridges the gap between raw human vocals and synthetic textures. It is strategically engineered for modern pop, hip-hop, and R&B producers, offering an accessible macro-based interface to facilitate fast workflows and highly expressive sound design. This paper breaks down its development background, core interface mechanics, sound library, and practical applications in music production. 1. Introduction and Background It features live recordings of diverse vocalists, including