Native Instruments Maschine was originally released in 2009. The deep integration between hardware and software converted many Akai MPC users from the standalone hardware platform. The switch was easy for many to make, the Maschine software offers both standalone and plugin options – use it to create elements of your track within your favourite DAW or build the entire track in the simple to use software, it's easy to see why Maschine is one of our most popular tools for beatmaking.
Recognising the success of Maschine, NI released the original Mikro in 2011, around the same time iMaschine was also released – opening the Maschine world up to even more users. A MK2 version of Maschine would follow in 2012 before Native Instruments released the, then, flagship Maschine Studio in 2013.
The Maschine Studio offered users of the Native Instruments Maschine platform large screens and almost completely removed the need to look at the computer screen. Track browsing, sample and instrument selection was streamlined, in fact the entire workflow became smoother.
iMaschine 2 was released in 2015, satisfying the hunger of many users of iOS devices by improving the feature set further. 2016 would see the announcement of the Maschine Jam, a clip launch tool with 8 touch-strips and a new workflow for the Maschine user base.
In 2017 the Maschine MK3 was unveiled, with new high-resolution screens, larger pads, a touchstrip for enhanced playability and a studio quality audio interface built in. The Maschine software has now evolved into a versatile production tool, with chord sets, one pad chord and scale functionality to remove writers block and inspire creativity. Next, in 2018, the Maschine Mikro MK3 arrived – inheriting many features from its big brother while making the work of Maschine even more accessible thanks to the new lower price point.
The most recent addition to the Maschine family is the mighty Maschine+. This production powerhouse offers both standalone and controller operation, making it the perfect travelling companion - because you never know when creativity will strike. While the Maschine+ can't compete with a high-end PC or Macbook Pro for computing power, it is great for getting ideas down fast and in some respect the limitations of the platform spark creativity. The Maschine+ is used by artists such as Fred Again and SpinScott - the original Jungle finger drummer - who both make use of Maschine+ for live performances, a testament to the stability of the platform if any were needed.
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Full Maschine Software |
Full Maschine Software |
Full Maschine Software |
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Standalone Mode: Selected instruments, effects, Expansions, samples, and loops Controller Mode: NKS instruments and effects, Expansions, samples, and loops from Sounds.com, and any 3rd party VST + AU plug-ins |
NKS instruments and effects, Expansions, Samples & Loops from Sounds.com, and any 3rd party VST + AU Plug-Ins |
NKS instruments and effects, Expansions, Samples & Loops from Sounds.com, and any 3rd party VST + AU Plug-Ins |
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Poly Synth |
Poly Synth |
Poly Synth |
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Perform FX MASCHINE Factory Library |
Perform FX |
Perform FX |
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DEEP MATTER |
DEEP MATTER |
New to hardware and want a device to play and produce that perfectly integrates with your DAW. Its small size, portability, and unbeatable price make it the perfect entry point into the MASCHINE world |
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Producers and performers who want an immersive standalone experience that combines high quality sounds with the iconic MASCHINE workflow. Great for DAW-less studio setups, hardware-only live setups, and focused sampling, sequencing, and creation |
Producers who want an all-in-one system, including ultra-sensitive pads, 2 color screens; plus the benefit of recording and sampling without the need of an extra soundcard |
New to hardware and want a device to play and produce that perfectly integrates with your DAW. Its small size, portability, and unbeatable price make it the perfect entry point into the MASCHINE world |
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Two high-resolution, color displays for precision sample slicing, sound tweaking, note editing, mixing, browsing, and more |
Two high-resolution, color displays for precision sample slicing, sound tweaking, note editing, mixing, browsing, and more |
A compact display for focused browsing, parameter control, and more |
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1x horizontal Smart Strip for strumming notes, pitch bending sounds, performing with FX, use the lock-feature and more |
1x horizontal Smart Strip for strumming notes, pitch bending sounds, performing with FX, use the lock-feature and more |
1x horizontal Smart Strip for strumming notes, pitch bending sounds, performing with FX, use the lock-feature and more |
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16 large, ultra-sensitive, multi-color pads |
16 large, ultra-sensitive, multi-color pads |
16 large, highly-sensitive, multi-color pads |
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8x touch sensitive knobs and a 4-directional push encoder |
8x touch sensitive knobs and a 4-directional push encoder |
1 multi-function encoder |
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Classic groovebox features including 16 velocity levels, swing, pad link, note repeat, step sequencer, and vintage MPC 60/SP 1200 sampling emulation |
Classic groovebox features including 16 velocity levels, swing, pad link, note repeat, step sequencer, and vintage MPC 60/SP 1200 sampling emulation |
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Needs PSU (Included). Can be USB powered in controller mode |
USB powered |
USB powered |
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44.1 kHz / 24-bit audio interface* Stereo headphone output |
96 kHz / 24-bit audio interface |
n/a |
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x footswitch input (Start/stop, record, and automatic detection for sustain/expression) |
1 x footswitch input (Start/stop, record, and automatic detection for sustain/expression) |
n/a |
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Flexible use with all major DAWs including Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Cubase, GarageBand, FL Studio, Avid Pro Tools, PreSonus Studio One, and more as a VST, Audio Units, or AAX 64 plug-in with full multi-core support |
Flexible use with all major DAWs including Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Cubase, GarageBand, FL Studio, Avid Pro Tools, PreSonus Studio One, and more as a VST, Audio Units, or AAX 64 plug-in with full multi-core support |
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Unlimited in software, 64 accesible from hardware |
Unlimited in software, 64 accesible from hardware |
Unlimited in software, 64 accesible from hardware |
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64 |
64 |
64 |
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Unlimited in software, 64 accesible from hardware |
Unlimited in software, 64 accesible from hardware |
Unlimited in software, 64 accesible from hardware |
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Unlimited |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
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Width: 322mm / 12.68" |
Width: 320 mm |
Width: 320 mm / 12.6" |
