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Hand-on music production with 16 velocity-sensitive pads
The Maschine Mikro MK3 is a streamlined version of its bigger brother, the Maschine. The Maschine Mikro MK3 builds on the success of previous versions with a range of upgrades and enhancements. A new touch strip is included for versatile performance control, allowing you to create dynamic sweeps and control parameters such as pitch and modulation.
The 16 velocity-sensitive pads act as the main control for your sounds and modulation, allowing you to create rhythms, bass lines, chords and melodies on the fly. The Maschine Mikro MK3 is highly versatile, allowing you to use it as a high-performance sampler or a standalone production unit. It also comes complete with custom software which you can use to import new sounds and create full songs.
What's new in MK3
The new pads are bigger in size, providing an ultra-responsive way to interact with your sounds. The revamped look now includes a smaller more concise screen, providing all the information on your settings and sounds you will require.
A new multi-function Push Encoder replaces the navigation buttons of the Mk2, and new buttons are added to control Pitch, Mod, Perform and Notes. The Mikro's ergonomic layout allows you to navigate more easily than ever before, browsing your favourite sounds and switching between different ways of playing in an instant.
Studio FX, performance FX and variation
New intuitive performance makes it ideal for both studio and stage applications. 24 built-in studio FX are included, spanning from compressors and saturators to reverbs and filters. Cutting-edge effects such as Grain-Delay, Ice Verb and Frequency Shifter are also included for adding colour to your sounds.
The Variation section allows you to generate random patterns at the touch of a single button. This is a great tool for drawing inspiration and building up tracks when you hit a mental block.
A dedicated ‘Perform’ button is included which gives you access to eight creative effects for live performance use. The effects include Stutter, Burst Echo, Scratcher and Flanger. You can use the integrated Smart Strip to control them for added flexibility.
Smart Strip and push encoder
One of the most prominent new features of the MK3 is the dual-touch Smart Strip. This versatile Smart Strip allows you to slide your fingers to strum instruments, bend sounds, use Perform FX and more. You can even use it to control automation such as pitch and modulation for in-depth performance control.
The Push Encoder replaces navigation buttons, providing a more intuitive way to browse and navigate your sounds. You can also use it for adjusting volume levels, panning and controlling parameters.
Compact portable design
The revamped design is now even more compact, making it the perfect controller for any home studio. The compact size also makes it highly portable, for easy transportation. The unit is powered by the USB 2.0 connection, which eliminates the need for an external power supply.
Features
- Compact, music production instrument that integrates powerful software with tactile, responsive hardware
- Four ways to input sound using the 16 pads – drum in pad mode, play melodies in Keyboard mode, create chord progressions in Chord mode, and program in a classic step-sequencer style from Step mode
- 16 large, velocity-sensitive pads for easy two-handed drumming
- Dual-touch Smart Strip lets you 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
- Powered via USB 2.0
- Classic groovebox features including 16 pad velocity levels, 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
Specifications
System Requirements
- macOS: 10.14, 10.15, 11, 12 (i5 or higher). Apple Silicon Macs (using Rosetta 2): 11, 12 (M1 only, M1 Pro and Max not currently supported)
- Windows: 10 (latest Service Pack), Intel Core i5 or equivalent CPU, Windows 11
Dimensions and Weight
- Dimensions: 320 (W) x 177 (L) x 45mm (H)
- Weight: 1.12kg