![]() ![]() Like: Amazing pads, great screens, many workflow improvements, fun!ĭon’t like: No real-time time stretch, No full MIDI implementation Lastly, I want to mention the new custom kits and stand accessories. I haven’t a clue how much work it is to get it implemented, perhaps it will take version 2.0 to get it… ![]() Native Instruments never said they would implement this in the update so can’t blame them really, but it would be good to see full MIDI support nonetheless. I work pretty much completely in the box so it’s no big deal to me, but if you use a lot of external gear and need full MIDI implementation with MIDI CC and multiple outputs, version 1.8 does not yet bring what you’re looking for. I record automation a whole lot so this little feature is a godsend to me. You can now use both your hands for recording automation of parameters by pinning down the “Auto Write”. There are a bunch more improvements, of which I want to mention one that may seem minor but it certainly made my day. It is my guess that over time, Native Instruments is going to be integrating more and more of its sounds & effects into the Maschine package. MASCHINE’s eight control knobs offer direct access to MASSIVE’s eight Macro controls, for perfect synergy between hardware and synthesizer, and a lightning-fast workflow. This monster synth contains 1,300 ready-to-go sounds, all instantly browseable via the MASCHINE hardware. With MASCHINE 1.8, all MASCHINE users get the full version of the modern legend MASSIVE – the synth that gave birth to the earth-shuddering bass tones and speaker-troubling leads that have defined the bass music genre. The additions of the Transient Master module, some new tape and tube saturation models for the Saturator module, and a free copy of the Massive software synthesizer are nice bonus. While the results of processed audio is impressive, it kind of stumps me why can’t just have a preview and commit function? Time stretch/pitch shift is a much requested feature that was implemented, but… for some reason it is not a real-time process. It is not likely you’re ever going to be able to please everyone with any update, much less a point update. Besides implementing some of the new features to go with the hardware, there are tons of feature requests from existing and potential customers. On the software part I feel that Native Instruments has an extremely difficult job. Like the little click response on buttons, something I didn’t even know I wanted until the mk2 came along, what a lovely improvement. On the whole many of these changes are seemingly minimal improvements, but in fact they are most useful. The fact that you can now audition samples from the hardware before committing helps a lot too. It has helped me to do more from the hardware controller where before I would jump to the computer screen. I also enjoy the new screens a lot better, easier on the eyes and improved readability. I can now confidently tap away the night without worrying about waking up my kids in the next room. The sensitivity is just amazing, even at really low velocities. ![]() I thought the pads on the original Maschine were really good, but to me the Mk2 is an order of magnitude better still. and having the same kind of thing in Maschine is a definite workflow improvement for me.īesides having multi-color LEDs, the pads also have a much improved sensitivity. I already did the same thing in other music production software to indicate groups of instruments, sounds, effects, etc. While the rainbow colored, toy-like appearance did not appeal to me a whole lot at first, I found myself using color coding on sounds and groups pretty much from day one. Multi-colored pads and group buttons on the Maschine mk2 controller. So I’ll try my best not to ruminate and list everything you can already find at the Native Instruments website anyway, and instead just mention a few things I found particularly interesting when using the new Maschine. Now, I realize I am a bit late to the party with this review, and to be honest after checking some earlier reviews I found pretty much everything I would like to say has already been written at Oh Drat. The groovebox-like hardware controller can also be used to control external hardware and software via MIDI with Maschine’s MIDI mode. A tightly integrated system that can be used standalone – including hosting of 3 rd party plugins, or as a plugin in another host. ![]() First there was the Maschine, then came Maschine Mikro, and now Native Instruments has updated both to mk2 with new software features, an improved controller, and additional hardware accessories.įor those who have never heard of Maschine before, it is basically a combination of music production software with a dedicated hardware controller. ![]()
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