First, a crucial clarification: There is no official Native Instruments Kontakt library called “MKS 2000.” The search term likely refers to one of two things:
Installation & Requirements
- Requires the full version of Native Instruments Kontakt (or Kontakt Player if the library is licensed for it).
- Typical install: download ZIP, extract, place library folder in your Kontakt Libraries path, add via Kontakt’s “Add Library” or load patches manually.
- Check sample size and disk space before downloading.
High-Quality Sampling: The library utilizes multi-sampled and multi-layered 24-bit audio to capture the unique dynamic response of the original hardware. Technical Requirements Platform: Compatible with both Windows and macOS. Host Software: Requires Native Instruments Kontakt to run. Minimum Specs: 2 GHz processor and at least 4 GB of RAM. How to Download and Install
The MKS 2000 is a highly specialized digital piano library for Native Instruments' Kontakt, meticulously crafted by Brazilian developer Junior Porciúncula. It is designed as a "one-to-one" recreation of the legendary 1980s Roland MKS-20 digital piano module. The Story of the MKS 2000
Troubleshooting Common "i--- Mks 2000" Download Issues
- “Kontakt cannot find samples”: Re-link the samples. Click the missing files icon, then “Search for missing files” and point to the ‘Samples’ folder.
- Library doesn’t appear in the browser: You need the full version of Kontakt (6.7 or higher). Kontakt Player only loads licensed libraries from Native Instruments.
- Download link expired: Many indie developers use temporary links. Contact the provider immediately with your order ID.
For Kontakt Player libraries:
- Use Native Access → Serial number → Install.
Source Material: This library provides high-quality samples of the eight original preset sounds from the Roland MKS-20 hardware, including:
- A sample pack or preset bank created by a third-party developer that emulates the Roland MKS-20 (a famous 1980s digital piano/string module).
- A typo/misremembered name (e.g., MKS-20, or MKS-80).