2005 NAMM Expo Update: Native Instruments has introduced Electronic Instruments 2 XT, the extended version of their Reaktor instrument collection.

The new version contains all the unique synthesizers, drum machines and effects from the collection as individual self-contained software instruments. Each of the eight instruments in Electronic Instruments 2 XT can be run both standalone as well as in all major plugin formats, without relying on a Reaktor or Reaktor Session installation.

The eight instruments included in Electronic Instruments 2 XT are:

• PHOTONE — hybrid master synthesizer
• LIMELITE — advanced beat composer
• METAPHYSICAL FUNCTION — soundscape synthesizer
• KRYPT — granular drum machine
• AKKORD — sequenced chord generator
• FAST FX — advanced performance effects
• RESOCHORD — programmable polyphonic resonator
• CYAN — extended vintage chorus

The original ensemble versions are also included on the disc for optional editing in Reaktor. Electronic Instruments 2 XT also ships with a printed manual covering all included instruments.

Electronic Instruments 2 XT will be available in February 2005 for a suggested retail price of $169 / 149 Euro.

More information is available at the Native Instruments site.