Native Instruments MASCHINE MIKRO MK3 Groove Production Studio (Black)

Native Instruments MASCHINE MIKRO MK3 Groove Production Studio (Black)

The black Native Instruments MASCHINE MIKRO MK3 Groove Production Studio is a professional production and performance system, designed for both Mac and Windows. This combination hardware controller and integrated software offers a classic groove-box workflow, with a fast and intuitive interface that is designed to boost your speed and increase your focus. With the ability to act as a sequencer, sampler, VST/AU plug-in host, and multi-effects unit, the MASCHINE MIKRO MK3 supports beat-making, live performance, and more-all with the benefit of collaborative computer software. The software is stocked with a 1.6GB MASCHINE Essentials sample library that includes drum kits, synth sounds, loops, and more. Once registered, three KOMPLETE plug-ins are available for download including, MASSIVE, MONARK, and REAKTOR PRISM.

The MIKRO chassis is a more portable version of MASCHINE that scales back the screen capabilities and size while still offering 16 large, multi-colored, illuminated pads that are velocity-sensitive-making it easy to sequence drum patterns, bass lines, loops, etc. Plus, with color-coding, you can assign certain colors to certain instruments so you ll always know what s what without having to test it. Additional features include a compact display, a push encoder, a dual-touch Smart Strip, and dedicated buttons for navigation, scene, pattern, events variation, duplicate, select, solo, mute, and transport controls.

The MASCHINE MIKRO MK3 provides the flexibility of computer-based music production with straightforward, two-handed control for composing, performing, browsing, sampling, slicing, sound-shaping, and tweaking effects. Expand your sound with the optional 8GB MASCHINE factory library and KOMPLETE SELECT with 25GB of instruments and effects. What s more, there is the ever-expanding library of optional MASCHINE Expansions available. The Native Instruments MASCHINE MIKRO MK3 is powered via USB and a cable is included.

Key Features

• Compact, music production instrument that integrates powerful software with tactile, responsive hardware
• Four Ways to Input Sound Using the 16 Pads
  • Pad Mode: Drumming
  • Keyboard Mode: Play melodies
  • Chord Modes: Create chord progressions
  • Step Mode: Program in a classic step sequencer style
• Use standalone or as a VST, AU, or AAX plug-in in all major DAWs including Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Logic Pro, and FL Studio
• MASCHINE Factory Selection: 1.6GB library with samples, one-shots, loops, sample instruments, presets, patterns, drum kits, and songs
• Same software as MASCHINE MK3 / STUDIO / JAM, including 25 pro-quality studio and creative FX including filter, EQ, delay, reverb, and compressor
• Pads: 16 large, velocity-sensitive pads for easy two-handed drumming
• Dual-Touch Smart Strip: Slide your fingers to strum instruments, bend sounds, use Perform FX, and more
• Push Encoder and Screen: For browsing, navigating, adjusting volume levels and panning, and controlling parameters
• USB 2.0 bus powered
• Native Instruments Sound Universe: Easily expand your library with KOMPLETE, Sounds.com, and Expansions
• Solid integration with any third-party NKS-certified instrument and effects
• Classic Groovebox: 16 pad velocity levels along with swing, pad link, note repeat, step sequencer, and vintage MPC60/SP1200 sampling emulation
• Powerful mixer, arranger, and sampler for full creative control over your tracks

Included Software

• MASCHINE Essentials: Full MASCHINE application plus 1.6 GB factory selections
• 3 KOMPLETE Instruments
  • MASSIVE: Virtual analog synthesizer
  • MONARK: Iconic mono synth
  • REAKTOR PRISM: Flexible polyphonic synthesizer
• Eligibility to purchase upgrade to full 8GB MASCHINE factory library and KOMPLETE SELECT with 25GB of instruments and effects