Step 1: Download the ingredients

Click here to download the ingredients. This month's ingredients are X, Y, and Z

Step 2: Submit your track

Once you've made your track, click here to submit your track

Step 3: Vote and win

Once all the submissions are in, the community will choose the winner. The most popular track wins Native Instruments KOMPLETE ULTIMATE 15

Frequently Asked Questions

Here’s a clean, professional version without emojis or dividers:

Does it cost money to participate?
Participation is completely free. You just need to sign up for a free Highnote and Native Instruments account.

How many tracks can I submit?
Each participant may submit one entry per challenge.

Can my track be instrumental?
Yes. Your track can be instrumental as long as it addresses the theme of the challenge.

How long does my track need to be?
Tracks must be at least one minute long.

Do I have to use only the provided ingredients?
No, but you must include some form of each ingredient. You’re encouraged to chop, flip, distort, or creatively reinterpret them.

Why do I need a Highnote and Native Instruments account?
Highnote is hosting the competition and is where you’ll submit your entry. Native Instruments provides the free sound ingredients via Komplete Start.

How does the judging work?
Three winners will be selected:

• One chosen by Highnote and Native Instruments staff

• One Community Choice, voted on by participants

• One selected by a guest judge

Judging criteria include originality, production quality, and how well you incorporate the sample, theme, and Native Instruments plugin.

How do I use Ethereal Earth?
Ethereal Earth runs in Kontakt. If you don’t have Kontakt 7, you can use the free Kontakt 7 Player, available through Native Access. Follow the setup guide to use it in your DAW.

I’m having trouble downloading the ingredients
The suspenseful foley loop and its stems are available for download in the Highnote space.
Ethereal Earth, part of the free Komplete Start bundle, can be downloaded from the Native Instruments website using the Native Access app. For help, check the Native Instruments Help Center.