| Buffer size | Input latency | Output latency | Round trip | |-------------|---------------|----------------|-------------| | 32 samples | ~1.8 ms | ~2.0 ms | ~4.2 ms | | 64 samples | ~2.9 ms | ~3.2 ms | ~6.5 ms | | 128 samples | ~5.3 ms | ~5.8 ms | ~11.5 ms | | 256 samples | ~10.0 ms | ~10.5 ms | ~21.0 ms |
Setting up the depends on your operating system. While Windows requires a specific ASIO driver for professional low-latency performance, macOS is "class-compliant," meaning it works automatically without a separate driver download. Windows Installation Guide native instruments komplete audio 2 driver
The Native Instruments Komplete Audio 2 is a 2-in/2-out USB audio interface designed for musicians, podcasters, and producers. Unlike simple consumer sound cards, its functionality depends entirely on a specialized software layer: the . This driver acts as the real-time bridge between the hardware (ADC/DAC chips, preamps, MIDI I/O) and the operating system (Windows/macOS). | Buffer size | Input latency | Output
Download and install Native Access , the central hub for all NI products. : Use the Komplete Audio control panel to
: Use the Komplete Audio control panel to adjust buffer sizes. Lower settings (e.g., 128 samples) reduce latency for recording, while higher settings (e.g., 512+ samples) provide more stability for heavy mixing projects.
Windows requires a dedicated ASIO driver to unlock the full potential of the interface.