Native Maschine Mikro MKII

The MIDI controller Maschine MK2 Micro is a more compact hardware driver that works with the same software as its bigger brother. It offers highly sensitive pads, redesigned LCDs, and new software features. The already unrivalled operation is even smoother and more intuitive. In addition, over 11GB of sounds of all genres are available in the library with a total of 18,000 samples, including the Massive bass and lead synthesizer. The device features a total of more than 300 instruments, including bass, keyboard sounds, lead, organ, and strings. You will also enjoy percussion loops and single punches, 300 drum sets, 1400 programmed templates and 62 complete projects.

The creative work environment combines a template-based sequencer, a professional sampler, a multi-effect drive, and the ability to use plug-ins in VST and Audio Units formats. You will have intuitive and simple control of all software parameters and functions with 28 buttons and 1 main push-control dial. Thanks to the superior sensitivity of the new pads, you will have a new level of accuracy at your fingertips.

The controller features also an integrated exceptional effect unit with over 170 studio quality presets - from classic studio standards to highly creative tools. Of course, there are classic drum machine functions such as 16 dynamic levels, swing, padlink, note repeat, step sequencer, MPC 60/SP 1200 emulation sampling. Maschine Mk2 Mikro includes a Komplete Elements sound package with over 1,000 great sounds from award-winning NI software synthesizers, plus the full version of Massive Synthesizer (included in 8 Ultimate and 8 Complete). This monstrous synthesizer contains 1300 sounds for instant use directly from the Maschine browser that can be fully controlled by hardware.

Key features:

• Multicoloured and even more sensitive pads - freely assignable colours to individual sounds, templates, groups, and scenes.
• Improved display with high contrast and better viewing angle.
• Support for Timestretch and Pitch shifting in the upgraded software version 1.8 (free updates).
• Control the transport applications of the host application when used as a VST, AU or RTAS plug-in.
• New Effects - Transient Master, Tape and Tube Saturation
• Numerous improvements to workflows for even more intuitive and faster work.
• New Browser Preview Mode - Simply browse through the browser and take advantage of the preview without having to load the sound.
• The revised preview now includes a separate length and volume adjustment.

Parameters and Specifications:

Hardware:
Display with resolution 64x128 pixels
16 multicolour high-sensitivity backlit pad with Velocity and AfterTouch features
1 step dial (30 steps)
28 backlit buttons

Ports:
USB 2.0 (data and power)
Kensington lock slot

Supported interfaces:
Stand-alone
VST
Audio Units
RTAS (Pro Tools 9 + 10)
ASIO
CoreAudio
WASAPI

Microsoft Windows System Requirements:
Windows 7 (32/64bit), Windows 8 (32/64bit)
Intel Core Duo or AMD Athlon 64 X2
2GB RAM
Internet connection for SW activation
USB

Mac system requirements:
Mac OS X 10.7 and later
Intel Core Duo
2GB RAM
Internet connection for SW activation
USB

Design:
Dimensions: 320x195x50mm (WxDxH)
Weight: 1.2kg