Native Instruments Maschine Mk3 Groove Production Studio, Black

Main Features

• Integrated hardware/software system includes sampler, arranger, mixer, FX, and more
• Pro-grade, 96 kHz / 24-bit audio interface
• 8 GB MASCHINE library and 45 GB KOMPLETE 12 SELECT library included
• 2 high-resolution RGB colour displays
• 16 large, ultra-sensitive pads make two-handed drumming easy
• Four-directional push encoder for browsing, navigating, adjusting levels and balance
• Smart Strip for strumming notes, pitch bending sounds, performing with FX, and more

The Mk3 version of Native Instruments' Maschine offers a wealth of new features including a professional quality 24 bit/96kHz audio interface.

The new MASCHINE Mk3 takes Native Instrument's classic groovebox workflow and makes it faster and more intuitive. Optimised based on customer research, it's packed with new features to boost your speed and increase your focus – all without breaking the workflow you love.

Bigger Pads
Big, bold, and in your face, the larger pads create more room for complex moves like flams and rolls. New technological updates make the pads more sensitive to lighter touches, for more expressive playing. And since the center-to-center distance is exactly the same, your muscle memory and workflow don't have to change.

Full Colour, Hi Res Screens
With two full-colour displays and the four-directional push encoder, you can browse sounds, FXs, plug-ins, and instruments with a tactile, one-handed, completely visual workflow – simply find the thumbnail and load directly from the hardware. The high-res screens let you get more precise with your mixing, see an overview of your arrangement, or zoom in on waveforms to slice samples like a surgeon.

Studio-Grade Audio Interface
MASCHINE now comes with a studio-grade, 96kHz / 24-bit audio interface for pristine sound. Simply patch in a synth or add a dynamic mic for quick recording and sampling. Stereo line and MIDI ports make it a perfect centerpiece for any studio. As Maschine Mk3 is USB-powered, you can record anywhere with your laptop – or plug in the included power supply unit for brighter pads.

Faster Workflow
The new hardware layout cuts through the clutter to help you stay focused and get your ideas out fast. Instead of being hidden behind a shift-function button, some of the most-used features and functions can now be accessed directly with one touch.

Pad Input Mode Buttons: Drum rhythms, program patterns, or play melodies and chords, switching easily with the click of a button.

Lock Button: Take parameter snapshots, tweak settings, and return back to the original settings to discover new transitions.

Macro Button: Simply touch a knob to assign your favorite parameters to macros and start tweaking.

Note Repeat Button: Play fills and arps during a performance with a larger, easier-to-find button.

Updated Transport Section: Transport buttons now include deeper integration with most DAWs and direct access to Follow and Tempo Tap.

Fixed Velocity Button: Program accents and ghost notes quickly with 16 fixed velocity levels or get a smooth, constant volume when triggering samples.

Updated File Management: Open a recent project, make changes, and save it as a new file without ever touching the mouse with new Save and Open buttons.

Expanded Control Section: Quickly jump between views with one-touch access to the Arranger, Mixer, Sound Browser or Sampler.

8 Touch Sensitive Knobs
Go beyond tweaking with eight touch sensitive knobs. Touch once to activate special contextual menus, such as tag clouds, sound settings, and FX parameters. You can also map your most frequently used FX, instruments, or plug-in parameters to macros with the touch of a button.

Smart Strip For New Ways To Play
The Smart Strip opens up MASCHINE to whole new ways of playing. Use it like a keyboard wheel to pitch-bend and modulate sounds. Add new sonic textures, builds, or transitions with advanced performance FX like stutter and scratch. Or strum samples, synths, and drums like a guitar.

Included Software
The included MASCHINE software comes loaded with an 8 GB sound library, created by renowned sound designers and artists. 8627 samples, 445 full drum kits, 388 multi-sampled instruments, 403 sliced loops, 1200 patterns, and 38 projects, plus five outstanding drum synths. A sonic palette as vast as your imagination.

Plus, you get KOMPLETE 12 SELECT with 45 GB of instruments and effects.

MASSIVE – virtual analogue synthesizer
MONARK – iconic mono synth
DRUMLAB – sampled / synthesized percussion
PHASIS - creative phasing effects
THE GENTLEMAN – classic upright piano
REPLIKA – pro-quality delay
WEST AFRICA – percussion library
SCARBEE RICKENBACKER BASS - Sampled Rickenbackerr 4003 bass
SCARBEE MARK 1 – electric piano
VINTAGE ORGANS – sampled classic organs
REAKTOR PRISM – polyphonic synthesizer
SOLID BUS COMP – powerful compressor
RETRO MACHINES Mk2 – 16 legendary vintage synths
KONTAKT + REAKTOR PLAYERS
E-VOUCHER - £22 e-voucher

KOMPLETE 12 SELECT comes with three Expansions sound packs, hand picked-for a broad range of essential production-ready sounds.

TRUE SCHOOL
Fusing the old and new school, TRUE SCHOOL shares the spirit of creative beatmakers who use their deep knowledge of hip hop production to break the rules. Forget dusty clichés and aim high with a new future aesthetic.

VELVET LOUNGE
Tap into the sound of future soul with sultry melodies, liquid atmospheres, and forward-thinking rhythms that blend the deep musicality of classic soul with the cutting-edge production of contemporary urban styles.

DEEP MATTER
Sparse found-sound percussion melds with polished synth grooves, sub-bass drones, and pulsing synths for an authentic homage to the atmospheric, ethereal techno of contemporary Berlin.


System Requirements

Mac
Mac OS X 10.11 or macOS 10.12
Intel Core i5 or equivalent CPU
2 GB RAM (4 GB recommended)
USB 2.0 or higher (cable included)

Windows
Windows 7 or later
Intel Core i5 or equivalent CPU
2 GB RAM (4 GB recommended)
USB 2.0 or higher (cable included)