Native Instruments Maschine MK2

Brand: Native Instruments

Model: MASCHINE MK2

Type: Performance tool

Description: Create rhythms, harmonies and melodies with Maschine - the first ever musical instrument that combines sequencer based on patterns, professional sampler, multi-effect unit and VST / AU plug-in host with tactile control. Enjoy full creativity with the integrated hardware / software system that combines the flexibility of computer-based music production with direct control of composition, performance, browsing, sampling, cutting and shaping sounds and effects. Now Maschine Native Instruments e of new hardware - in black or white, with new colored pads. New 1.8 software - a free update, color coded and new effects. Including MASSIVE - the legendary synth for all users Maschine.

Center of studio production: Make Maschine center of your studio. With direct access to all software functions via intuitive hardware, you can easily browse, load, manipulate, arrange, automate all simple, plugins and effect parameters with absolute control. Maschine enables you also control your external hardware instruments or switch to MIDI mode to control other software. When your track is ready, bring your items as MIDI or audio files directly on your device to complete your mix and production. Soon you will realize that Maschine makes a powerful revolution in the method of your production. Maschine is the optimal controller for creative musicians. It is super healthy and at the same time easily portable. Multicolored drops are extremely accurate and addictive to use and click the buttons, rotary encoders and pressure encoders deliver perfect control. Two high-contrast display provide optimum visibility, so you always know what is happening - even in the most complex situations. Use Maschine as a tool and / or MIDI controller to perform your own tracks or sync it with other equipment such as TRAKTOR PRO 2 to add more dynamism to your set. Colored pads and buttons allow you to view your sounds, making workflow easier than ever, while at the same time, the scene is irresistible intriguing to the eye. Maschine try once and never want to leave home without this controller.

Included sounds: Maschine comes with over 6 GB, ready to use, professional and inspiring sounds. Create rhythms and melodies immediately with the included drum kits, disposable samples, bass, synths and acoustic instruments - all fully marked for easy finding. With Update Maschine 1,8, all users receive free legendary Maschine MASSIVE synthesizer - a monstrous bass with 1300 ground-shaking sounds - alone market value of 179 €. Maschine also includes KOMPLETE elements, providing more than 1,000 stunning sounds of the sets KOMPLETE and KOMPLETE 8 ULTIMATE. The new color coding allows you to see the sounds. Simply set colors in groups, sounds, models and scenes and see the drops and the hardware buttons glow in the same color. Set the example for your red drum and will always know who pad is responsible for it. MASCHINE 1.8 software includes "time stretch" and "pitch shift". Move smoothly from one to another BPM with automatic detection of BPM. Or, stretch your audio to a specific length to match the length of two simple example. Moreover, set your beats to match harmoniously using "pitch shift" function for your samples. The latest free software update includes new, specially selected for rhythm production. TRANSIENT MASTER of Native Instruments, extremely popular effect of dynamics and mixing, is now fully integrated into Maschine 1.8 software. Ideal for placement on drums and percussion, provides every simple right amount of space. New Tube, Tape Saturator Tube Saturator effects and bear the secrets of analog warmth and natural, harmonic compression Maschine, for even greater potential for coloring the sound. The new hardware is a great leap forward in the use, reliability and aesthetics. displays provide higher contrast, better viewing angle and sharp visibility in dark spaces. The controller also has rubber feet for increased grip on the desktop.

Software features:

Host transport control: To use the software Maschine as a plugin to your device are required transport buttons on the hardware Maschine, to control transmission in the receiving software. Important: requires the latest version of NI Controller Editor.

New Browser sample preview mode: Easy scrolling through the list of browser and pre-listen samples without loading them.

Revised select screen: Now includes individual length of the note and editing speed.

Auto-write pinning: Turn Auto-Write button to improve avtomatsiya recording - manage with both hands.

New hardware shortcuts: Select and delete entries quickly and easily

Panic button: Immediately stop all sounds Maschine.

Improved missing sample handling: Now locate the files of each project - reported one missing file in the project via the software automatically detects and other related files missing.

Sampler play position indicator: See play marker in the display of simple - also shown in the display hardware,

Save Group with samples: You have the option to save a group of samples.

The product includes:

Maschine hardware controller (black), Maschine Software, MASSIVE (download version), KOMPLETE items, USB cable

System Requirements:

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

Windows 7 (latest Service Pack, 32/64 Bit), Intel Core Duo or AMD Athlon 64 X2, 2 GB RAM 11 GB free disk space for full installation, high speed internet connection

Dimensions: 320 x 295 x 60 mm

Weight: 1.9 kg

Application: DJ