Native Instruments MASCHINE MK2

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THIS IS MACHINE
Create tight rhythms, harmonies and melodies in moments with MASCHINE - the groundbreaking instrument that combines a pattern-based sequencer, professional sampler, multi-effect unit and VST/AU plug-in host with tactile control.

Experience a fully creative workflow with the integrated hardware/software system, combining the flexibility of computer-based music production with straightforward, two-handed control for composing, performing, browsing, sampling, slicing, sound-shaping and tweaking effects.

THE NEW MACHINE
MASCHINE is constantly evolving. The latest MASCHINE generation delivers:

• New hardware – now in black or white, with new multicolored pads
• New 1.8 software – free update, with color coding and new effects
• MASSIVE on board – legendary synth for all MASCHINE users
• Customize MASCHINE – new CUSTOM KITS and the MASCHINE STAND

STUDIO PRODUCTION CENTER
Make MASCHINE the centerpiece of your studio set-up. With direct access to all software functions via the intuitive hardware, you can easily browse, load, tweak, play, arrange, and automate all sampler, plug-in and effect parameters with full hands-on control.

With MASCHINE you can also control and sequence all of your external hardware instruments, or switch to MIDI mode to control other software. Once your track is ready, drag and drop your patterns as MIDI or audio files directly into your DAW to finalize and mix your production. You’ll soon realize MASCHINE is a powerhouse capable of revolutionizing the way you make music.

CREATIVE PERFORMANCE TOOL
MASCHINE is the ultimate performance tool for creative musicians. The controller is super-sturdy yet easily portable. The highly responsive, multi-color pads are addictively playable, and the click buttons, the rotary encoders and the master push encoder provide point perfect control. Two back-lit, high-contrast displays provide optimum visibility so you always know what's going on – even in the most demanding situations.

Use MASCHINE as an instrument and/or MIDI controller for performing your own tracks, or sync it with other gear likeTRAKTOR PRO 2 to add more dynamics to your live set. The colored pads and buttons let you see your sounds, making the workflow smoother than ever while providing irresistible eye-candy on stage.

Perform with MASCHINE once, and you'll never want to leave home without it..

SUPREAM SOUNDS INSDIE
MASCHINE comes with over 6 GB of ready-to-use, professional and inspiring sounds. Create rhythms and melodies right away with the included drum kits, one-shot samples, basses, synths and acoustic instruments – all fully tagged for easy browsing. With the 1.8 MASCHINE update, all MASCHINE users get the legendaryMASSIVE* synthesizer – a sonic monster for basses and leads with 1,300 earth-shattering sounds – worth $199 / 179 € alone. MASCHINE also includesKOMPLETE ELEMENTS, providing more than 1,000 stunning sounds from the flagshipKOMPLETE 8 andKOMPLETE 8 ULTIMATE.

*MASSIVE was designed and developed entirely by Native Instruments GmbH. Solely the name Massive is a registered trademark of Massive Audio Inc, USA.

FEATURES

PERFORM IN COLOR
The new color-coding lets you ‘see’ your sounds, and it will turbo-charge your workflow.

Simply assign colors to the groups, sounds, patterns, and scenes, and see the pads and group buttons on the hardware light up in the same colors. Make your kick drums red, for example, and you’ll always know which pads play your kicks. Add some color to your performances!

NEW PADS, NEW BUTTONS
MASCHINE’s renowned pads are now even better, with unparalleled response, dynamics and sensitivity. A new level of precision at your fingertips, for optimized playability and expression – set the velocity scale to suit your own personal playing style.

The 47 white, backlit click-buttons provide direct physical response. And with the new colored transport controls, the MK2 hardware provides a wealth of physical and visual excitement for intuitive beat making.

MASSIVE BONUS
When MASCHINE 1.8 is released, all MASCHINE users will get the full version of the modern legend MASSIVE – the synth that gave birth to the earth-shuddering bass tones and speaker-troubling leads that have defined the bass music genre. This monster synth contains 1,300 ready-to-go sounds, all instantly browseable via the MASCHINE hardware.

MASCHINE’s eight control knobs offer direct access to MASSIVE’s eight Macro controls, for perfect synergy between hardware and synthesizer, and a lightning-fast workflow.

NEW MASTER SECTION
The Master section has been redesigned. Control volume, tempo and swing with the new multifunction master push encoder – select modes with the new toggle buttons and accurately click through values without having to look at the screen or display.

Navigating and scrubbing are much easier, and changing note pitch and detailed tweaking becomes extra-precise thanks to the encoder’s superb physical response.

TIME STRETCH AND PITCH SHIFT
The MASCHINE 1.8 software includes time stretch and pitch shift capability. Stretch smoothly from one BPM to another, aided by the automatic BPM detection. Or stretch your audio to a specific length – to fit one sample to the same length as another, for example.

What’s more, make your beats match harmonically, by tuning your samples with the pitch shift function.

NEW EFFECTS
The latest free software update includes new effects, specially selected for beat production. TRANSIENT MASTER, NI’s hugely popular dynamics and mixing effect, has now been fully integrated in the MASCHINE 1.8 software.

Ideal for positioning drums and percussion, it lets you mix from front to back, giving each sample exactly the right amount of space. New Tube, Tape Saturator and Tube Saturator effects bring the secrets of analog warmth and natural, harmonic compression to MASCHINE, for even greater sound coloring potential.

NEW LOOK AND FEEL
The new hardware is a leap forward in usability, reliability and aesthetics. The inverted displays provide higher contrast, a better viewing angle for performance or studio, and a sharper look in dark environments.

Slightly heavier than before, the controller also works better in a studio set-up and on stage due to the re-worked layout of the controller’s USB-connector and MIDI I/O – less risk of accidental unplugging. Plus, new rubber feet mean increased grip on the desktop, keeping the hardware firmly in place during even the most aggressive beat routines.

CUSTOMIZABLE HARDWARE
Match your style – the new MASCHINE hardware has an exchangeable magnetic faceplate. The black edition has a black plate with black knobs, the white edition has a silver faceplate with white knobs.

Bring on the MASCHINE CUSTOM KITS – available in five eye-catching color schemes, each provides a new faceplate and matching knobs. Changing the faceplate and knobs is easy – customize your MASCHINE for a whole new look in seconds.

WORKFLOW IMPROVEMENTS
Experienced and new MASCHINE producers alike will appreciate the big time savings from these workflow improvements in the free MASCHINE 1.8 software update:

• Host transport control: Running the MASCHINE software as a plug-in in your DAW*, use the transport buttons on the MASCHINE hardware to control transport in the host software. Important: Requires the latest version of the NI Controller Editor.
• New Browser sample preview mode: Easily scroll through the browser list and pre-hear samples without loading them.
• Revised select screen: Now includes individual note length and velocity editing.
• Auto-write pinning: Pin the Auto-Write button for improved automation recording – tweak with two hands!
• New hardware shortcuts: Select and erase events quickly and easily.
• Panic button: Immediately cuts off all sound from MASCHINE.
• Improved missing sample handling: Now locates files per project – point the MASCHINE software to the location for one missing file, and it automatically resolves other related missing files.
• Sampler play position indicator: See the play marker in the sampler wave display – also shown in the hardware display.
• Save Group with samples: Now you have the option to save Group with samples.

*Please note that this feature isn’t compatible with Pro Tools.

SPECIFICATIONS

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Windows
Windows 7 (latest Service Pack, 32/64 Bit), Intel Core Duo or AMD Athlon 64 X2, 2 GB RAM

Mac
Mac OS X 10.6 or 10.7 (latest update), Intel Core Duo, 2 GB RAM

SUPPORTED INTERFACES

• Stand-alone
• VST
• Audio Units
• RTAS (Pro Tools 9 or higher)
• ASIO
• CoreAudio
• WASAPI

Native 64-bit support for stand-alone and plug-in versions

USB 2.0 Port, 11 GB free disk space for complete installation

Additional Information
This product runs in demo mode after installation and must be activated before full functionality is available.

HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS

General Interface Specifications

• Width: 320 mm / 12.6"
• Length: 295 mm / 11.6"
• Height: 65 mm / 2.6"
• 1.8 kg / 4 lbs
• 2 displays with 64x256 pixels (inverted)
• 16 multi-color, high-quality, illuminated pads with velocity and aftertouch
• 8 endless rotary potentiometers
• 1 endless encoder (30 steps)
• 47 backlit buttons
• MIDI I/O
• USB 2.0
• Kensington Lock

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