Native Instruments MASCHINE MK3 Groove Production and Performance Studio System

Find your rhythm with the MASCHINE MK3 Groove Production and Performance Studio System, an innovative and sophisticated piece of equipment that elevates music creation to new heights. Designed for speed and efficiency, the MASCHINE MK3 allows you to effortlessly craft beats, melodies, and harmonies with its powerful drum synths, premium sound library, integrated sampler, and more. This cutting-edge software is perfectly paired with intuitive hardware, ensuring an ultra-smooth workflow that keeps your creative process uninterrupted.Navigate your soundscape with ease using the 4-directional push encoder, allowing you to browse sounds and adjust notes with one hand while the other plays the responsive pads. The high-resolution color displays ensure your focus remains on your creation, not your computer, by providing clear visual feedback during sound selection, note editing, or sample slicing.The MASCHINE MK3's large Note Repeat button invites you to create rapid-fire drum rolls or captivating arpeggios instantly. Meanwhile, the dual-touch Smart Strips introduce new ways to play, from strumming notes and bending pitches to crafting complex textures with Perform FX.Group Selector and Transport Buttons offer hands-on control over sounds and essential parameters, while seamless integration with most DAWs is achieved through standard transport buttons. The built-in 96 kHz / 24-bit audio interface boasts a comprehensive array of inputs and outputs, including 2 x 1/4" TRS line outputs, 2 x 1/4" TRS line inputs, a 1/4" dynamic mic input, a headphone output, and MIDI in/out, catering to all your studio needs.Eight touch-sensitive display knobs provide on-the-fly tweaking and sound shaping, with a one-touch contextual menu for effortless browsing. The dedicated Pad Input Mode Buttons ensure you can switch between performance modes without breaking your flow.The ultra-sensitive, multi-color pads of the MASCHINE MK3 are designed for ultimate feel and expression during beat-making. Whether you're drumming in beats in Pad mode, playing melodies in Keyboard mode, or programming precise steps in Step mode, these pads offer unparalleled responsiveness.MASCHINE's ultra-fast, tag-based browser allows you to find and load projects, groups, sounds, instruments, effects, or samples without slowing down your creative momentum. The professional-grade, built-in audio interface makes sampling a breeze, whether in the studio or on the go, with vintage sampling modes that seasoned producers will appreciate.Inspire new ideas with the Variation Engine, which generates random melodies and drum patterns, and explore new transitions with parameter snapshot morphing using Lock. The Smart Strip also provides unique ways to perform and play, adding tactile dimensions to your music.The robust MASCHINE software is stocked with everything needed to transform ideas into complete tracks, from sketching and arranging to mixing and performing. An acclaimed 8 GB library of high-quality samples, instruments, and effects, including KOMPLETE 11 SELECT, offers a vast sonic palette for your imagination.Expand your library with MASCHINE Expansions, KOMPLETE, and NKS-standard virtual instruments, all designed to work seamlessly with MASCHINE. Integrate a KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard for an even more professional workflow.MASCHINE fits any studio setup, functioning as a self-contained production system, a VST or Audio Unit in your favorite DAW, or as an advanced DAW controller. Explore the entire MASCHINE family for advanced, intuitive groove production and genre-specific sounds.The latest MASCHINE MK3 features a new look with the same flow, larger pads for complex moves, full-color, hi-res screens for a visual workflow, a studio-grade audio interface, and a faster workflow with direct access to most-used features. With eight touch-sensitive knobs and an expansive library, the MASCHINE MK3 is your gateway to a world of sound and infinite expandability.