Kontakt SNPID, trouble with finding unused numbers

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  1. lovefish

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    I used the following method to find the SNPID numbers already used by contact. I limited my search of xml files to only all the xml files in this folder:
    Library/Application Support/Native Instruments/Service Center/

    I have 47 libraries. But checking the purely numerical 'numbers', almost all of them are used! In fact while I've been able to laboriously find half a dozen free numbers so far, there are actually 1595 results looking alphanumerically just up to 999, before the letters start. (About 2,400 in total including letter codes). Not sure how that's even possible since I'd expect only 1000 possibilities from 000 to 999! Though some of them are longer, like:
    <SNPID>113114115</SNPID>

    So it that one number? Or 3 sets of numbers? (If 3, then this should mean I cannot use 113, 114, or 115 again.

    Anyway I'm confused as to why there are so many! And for an easy way to find spare ones...
    Here's the method I used, except I used BBEdit (Mac) instead of Notepad++:

    Thanks!
     
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  3. Zikkk

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    Two utilities to make your life easier:
    1. SNPID locator
    2. Kontakt lister
     
  4. The Pirate

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    @lovefish You are looking at other numbers beside the SNPID . BUT why use Notepad when you have 3 or 4 SNPID auto-locators. If you need them let me know.

    Edit: Windows only ( you just told us you are on Mac)
     
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  5. lovefish

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    Any link? Google gives only 3 hits, one for this forum! To a post which says "SNPID Locator by Tracer" but with no link. Have you a link? (Or a way to help me find it if a link is forbidden). And bare in mind I use Mac - is it for Mac?

    Same trouble for "Kontakt lister".

    Why? Because I was pointed to those instructions I quoted above. And because I have been unable to find a more automated way on Mac. If you have one, that would be much appreciated! Thanks.
     
  6. PrettyPurdie

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    the best advice is to switch to kontakt portable. No XML's No SNPID numbers no headache with the library manager. i hadthe same problem as you, plus i used codes like c65 and shit. it got so messed up (got 200 libs) that each time a number double i simply uninstalled it, but since we have kobtakt portable ALL my headache is history
     
  7. lovefish

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    Interesting, first I've heard of it. Got any more info? Pros and cons? Different protocol? Work fine on Reaper with Mac?

    One thing is that if all libraries are on a bootable external, cannot use them unless booted to that drive. Would portable allow access to those libraries even from fully legit computer where those libs are not installed?
     
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    Now you threw a wrench in the gears! Mac, Mac, Mac. I cant help you on that. I use Mac for just one program. One thing I know is that the method posited by @Introninja is a proven method, at least in Windows OS. I dont see why it is not working for you unless you are doing it wrong. With 47 libraries you are going to have 47 SNPIDs assigned or in use by libraries.
     
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    Read post below
     
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    Zip the following xmls Komplete Kontrol, Native Access and Products Hint or move them temporarily elsewhere. Perform the manual check again. You are going to see your problem with all those SNPID showing up solved.
     
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    Sorry, I believe they are for Windows only, but have a look at this thread. They are talking about a new utility for Mac.
    https://audiosex.pro/threads/kontakt-snpid-lister-show-all-your-snpid-numbers.29187/
     
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    Yeah I do have Komplete Kontrol installed. Generally don't use it though! Is it cool if I eliminate those numbers from the search, and if so, do you know how? Thanks!
     
  13. lovefish

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    About 2,500 :)

    Sorry, posted the last message before realising there were more replies! Ok will try that now...

    Cool thanks, gonna try that now
     
  14. lovefish

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    This solved it! With this plus that retched Kontakted app, can make nicnt files easily. Many thanks!
     
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    The SNPID Lister is a Windows only program.
     
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    Im glad the work around worked for you. :like: Check your PM
     
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    Those lists come in handy but if the user has been making his or her own NCITs there is going to be conflict. Sometimes, I don't even use the original SNPID. If I run the Lister and find conflict I just change the SNPID for a different one.
     
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    Anyone got working links for the SNPID tools for Windows mentioned above?
     
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    Check your PM. If any problem w links, let me know so I can upload them again.
     
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