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Getting started with MASCHINE: Finding your sounds | Native Instruments

Getting started with MASCHINE: Finding your sounds | Native Instruments

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Getting started with MASCHINE: Creating a melody/bassline | Native Instruments

Getting started with MASCHINE: Creating a melody/bassline | Native Instruments

Getting started with MASCHINE: Creating an arrangement | Native Instruments

Getting started with MASCHINE: Creating an arrangement | Native Instruments

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Description

The Native Instruments MASCHINE MK3 is a professional beat-making powerhouse. This latest generation of the acclaimed MASCHINE line provides an intuitive workflow and high-quality construction for creating dynamic, multilayered tracks. With its responsive pads, smart knobs and high-resolution color displays, the MK3 places full creative control at your fingertips. Whether you're a seasoned producer or just getting started, the MASCHINE MK3's versatile capabilities and straightforward interface make beat crafting an effortless process. The Native Instruments MASCHINE MK3 is essential gear for any electronic music setup.

16 Highly Sensitive Pads Provide Flawless Response

At the heart of the MASCHINE MK3 are 16 highly sensitive RGB pads that detect velocity and pressure with precision. Their responsive, durable design ensures accurate triggering and nuanced control over dynamics. With the MASCHINE MK3's pads at your command, creating complex rhythms and expressive beats is second nature.

Touch-Sensitive Knobs Enable Intuitive Tweaking

Eight touch sensitive knobs provide direct access to key parameters within MASCHINE's software. Twist the knobs to quickly shape sounds, adjust effects and mix your tracks. The knobs streamline workflow by eliminating the need to mouse around on a computer screen, keeping you focused on the music.

Dual High-Resolution Displays Show All Details

Two bright, high-resolution displays provide a detailed overview of MASCHINE MK3's software interface. Browse samples, adjust plug-in settings, sequence beats and arrange your tracks directly from the hardware. The displays show all names, values and status information with perfect clarity, delivering a seamless hardware/software experience.

Premium Components Built to Last

From its rugged metal casing to its precisely engineered knobs and pads, the MASCHINE MK3 is built for demanding music production. Its high-quality, durable components are designed to handle intensive use in studios and live-performance environments. The MK3 provides a premium, tactile experience that inspires creativity and gives you tools built to last.

Native Instruments MASCHINE MK3 MIDI Controller
Native Instruments MASCHINE MK3 MIDI Controller
Native Instruments MASCHINE MK3 MIDI Controller

Features

  • Built-in 24-bit/96kHz audio interface
  • Dual high-resolution color displays
  • 16 large, ultrasensitive pads
  • Touch-sensitive knobs for parameter tweaking
  • All-new Smart Strip
  • 4-directional push encoder
  • Compatible with all major DAWs
  • Includes 45GB KOMPLETE 11 SELECT library

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4.16

37 Reviews

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Amazing good
Native Instruments makes a mean Maschine!
Truly a Masterpiece!

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Very easy and fun to use!

Easy to use as long as you download the online downloadable manual and getting started book on the Native Instruments website as long as you have used a sampler, DAW, or drum machine, synthesizer; bass machine or keyboard, you can use the Maschine MK3 it gets easier as you try the sample drums or instruments or sound effects before you pick them in your sounds, patterns and snapshots. Also downloading all the programs from Native Access may have taken a while and its worth it. Hoping later to buy the Komplete Kontrol synth and controller.

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

Buyer beware!!!

Really important to mention a very common problem with the MK3. Big issues with a lot of the sample packs giving the error message "(insert sample pack name here) cannot be loaded". Super common problem a lot of people are experiencing. I did a brand new installation and the only advice I could find was to re-install since the software, for some reason, didn't recognize the path to find the samples. I moved the samples, re-installed...and still nothing. Everyone should know before buying the MK3 that it isn't as easy to set up and use as the videos make it look. Also, super important to mention that there is no tech support for Native Instruments...only FAQ pages on their site that typically don't address the issue correctly and the website has a ton of errors. Spent almost $800 for the MK3 (with protection plan from Guitar Center) and returned it after staring at my computer for 3 days trying to figure out a problem that should have been solved before these hit the market. Buyer beware. Not as advertised and no tech support. Strongly re-consider buying an MK3.........

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Best Uses
  1. Practicing9
  2. Concerts4
  3. Production2
  4. Back-Up1
  5. paper weight1
Cons
  1. Difficult To Use9
  2. Not Functional3
  3. Poor Quality2
  4. Still need your qwerty keyboard for naming parts1
  5. Needs to be connected to a computer1
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  1. Experienced16
  2. Novice8
  3. Professional Musician6
Pros
  1. Good Quality24
  2. Functional20
  3. Easy To Use19
  4. Improves Sound13
  5. Terrible2

Reviewed by 37 customers

  • This thing is a beast!

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byEnigo

    fromLas Vegas

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    First time owning one of these and man it has upped my production immensely!

  • Maschine MK3 on Mac VS PC

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byVerdon

    fromBourbonnais, IL

    One thing I've noticed is that the Maschine ran flawlessly for the 2 years years I've owned it on my Mac but when I tried to run it on my Windows 10 i7 PC with16 gigs of ram it was nowhere near as stable. It would freeze or crash at times. Other times I would get error messages when it came to loading patches along with other little quirks. Now I just run full time on Mac with no issues.

  • Maschine is the truth

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byDonaldson

    fromHouston

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Apprehensive about buying this but I love it. Took my production to the next level

  • 0/10

    1

    submitted4 years ago

    bySamuel

    fromKansas City, MO

    I bought this product after my music partner had nothing but good things to say about it. Unfortunately, once I got it home and plugged it in I have had nothing but issues. If youre looking for equipment you need to troubleshoot everytime you want to use it, then this is for you. If you want to actually get some writing done and use the equipment that you purchase, keep searching.

  • 0/10

    1

    submitted4 years ago

    bySam

    fromKansas City, MO

    Bought this product as my partner was impressed. Has had nothing but issues and it barely ever works for more than ten minutes before the hardware freezes and I have to go digging through Google searches to try and troubleshoot the issue. 0/10. STAY AWAY!!!

  • No need to look up at the computer !

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted4 years ago

    byDavros

    fromNashville, TN

    Compared to the MK2, this is a far better product. The fact you no longer have to interrupt your creative flow by looking up at the computer screen is a game changer. Just like the good old days of drum machines with the added bonus of massive sound libraries.

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  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byEthan

    fromSpringfield, NJ

    Does it come with a power supply? I just bought a brand new one from guitar center and there is no power supply

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, the Native Instruments MASCHINE MK3 does not include a power supply.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byMogwai

    fromForest Lake, MN

    This is a stand alone took, correct?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Yes

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byGregory

    fromBarberton Oh

    Does this have phantom power?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    No, it doesn’t

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byScott

    fromSan Jose Ca

    Can this be used with Pioneer XDJ-RX3?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    It hasn’t been tested but it probably will.

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byFernitty

    fromDetroit mi

    What are the power requirements for it if I decide to use a power pack?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Please see "Radial Engineering Tonebone 15V DC Power Supply"

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byOld School Gearhead

    fromBaton Rouge LA

    I don't record on computer. I'm use strictly outboard gear (Tascam multitrac to be exact.) Would this unit be appropriate for outboard recording?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    You can use it without a computer, but you would need a computer to update the internal software but other than that you can record with it.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byTim

    fromNJ

    What is the return policy for the NI Maschine MK3?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    45 day return policy.
    Open Reply - Gear-Head
    Current return policy is 180 days

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byCory

    fromCA

    Does this product include software?

    Open Reply - Beau
    The Native Instruments MASCHINE MK3 does come with software included.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byJasmin

    fromSC

    I don't know much about this stuff but I want to buy this for my husband. My question is can he record on just this or does he need to b connected to a computer and have a certain program. Please help

    Open Reply - Ronald
    It would have to be connected to record. But if he's just messing around with it, he can do that without the computer.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byKevin

    fromNY

    How much will I get in return for my maschine Mk3 if I bring to my closest guitar center to sell it?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    You will need to speak to the store regarding the sale of your item
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