Native Instruments
Native Instruments is a German technology company that develops software and hardware for music production and sound design. Their product portfolio includes industry-standard digital instruments, effect plug-ins, and integrated music production systems like the MASCHINE and KOMPLETE series.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Germany
HQ City
Berlin
Founded
1996
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
No
Ownership Type
private
Stock Exchange
Private
Tax Domicile
DE
Ultimate Parent
Soundwide (now rebranded as Native Instruments)
Data Hosting
DE
GDPR Status
compliant
B Corp Certified
No
Repair / Recycling
No
Ethical Certifications
None verified
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1996
Company founding
Native Instruments was founded in Berlin by Stephan Schmitt and Volker Hinz.
2021
Francisco Partners acquisition
Private equity firm Francisco Partners acquired a majority stake in Native Instruments.
2022
Formation of Soundwide
Native Instruments joined forces with iZotope and Plugin Alliance to form the Soundwide parent group.
2023
Rebrand to Native Instruments
The Soundwide group consolidated its various brands under the unified Native Instruments identity.