Got mine in Covid 2020 hardly used it but jumped back on it this week. Been using logic. I’m feeling the test beats I’ve made in maschine so far. Sounds so different. Your tutorials are clear my friend I will be watching more if you make some new ones. Keep going.
Thank you! Definitely more to come. We're also expecting Maschine 3 software to be released later this year, so there will be loads of topics to cover.
It revitalized my production flow a year ago and I'm still enjoying a lot of aspect this offers. The DAW was a learning curve for sure but you, Blezz & Jef & many others have provided such great tutorials! Incorporating Ableton was the best thing and it's actually integral to really arrange a song properly. Not a con as you point out but something I hadn't anticipated. Thanks for all your tuts & tips!
Nothing is coming soon when Maschine Plus isn't even 3 years old ..they should be fine tuning their software instead of releasing countless hardware revisions as their device's are major enough.
I always am curious about it compared to an Novation push.. I’ve gotten so use to maschine I don’t see a reason to switch, however I feel like they have more audio mixed capability -> which is the only issue and reason I see
Very well done video! To be honest, I love Ableton to death, but the sheer endless possibilities sometimes slow down my creative workflow as I tend to get surgical very fast instead of pushing the composition forward. Maschine let’s me focus on the creative process more. We just need AUTOMATION IN SONG MODE for every parameter we want, and I do not mean putting a filter on an empty group and routing my drums to it. That works, but we all want hassle free automation of all instrument parameters OUTSIDE PATTERNS over the course of the whole arrangement. Once this tiny wish has come true, I don’t see anything standing in the way of making finished and professional sounding tracks with MASCHINE.
Glad you enjoyed the video! I agree about Maschine allowing you to focus on the creative process. As far as the automation thing goes - fair point! However, that feature may be enough for you, but the next person is going to demand this and that and the third, so where does it end?
Man, I've had the OG Maschine, MK2, and now the MK3. I love the integration between the hardware and the software, and the entire a Native Instruments lineup is fire. Battery, Massive, awesome effects, beautiful sound packs... It's awesome.. BUT! I literally just picked up an ableton push 2, because the Achilles heel of Maschine is that they lock you into their little garden. I have spent the last year learning Ableton, and it's been really eye opening. I never really realized what I was missing with Maschine until I went to Ableton Live. You just can't compete with the full feature set of pretty much any other real DAW. I'll say that for anyone buying a Maschine, you just need to know what you're trying to do. If you're trying to make simple beats, maybe finger drums, sample flips, etc, then yes it's amazing. But if you're seriously thinking about making complete tracks, it's just going to bottleneck you at a certain point. You'll find yourself having to export stems into FL or Ableton, which has really been a workflow killer for me. It's gathering dust at the moment unfortunately. 😭 Please allow us to integrate Maschine into other DAWs. 🙏
As someone who has used Live even longer than Maschine, I agree, I always use it to arrange and finish my Maschine tracks. I don't think Maschine locks you into their garden though. You can use it as a MIDI controller in other DAWs and you can use plugins in Maschine software or use it as a plugin in other DAWs. It's just more limited but that's what makes it so fun and fast to use. But I also agree that if you have a Push 2, Maschine is not really necessary, just a fun instrument to have and enjoy.
I agree about exporting stems to ableton being the easiest route to finishing a track you began on Maschine, but in reality, all NI need to do in order to make Maschine viable for finishing entire tracks is allow automation in the song view and then make BPM/Time Signature/Lock States Automatable parameters. My biggest gripe is that I have to fuck with grid resolutions and pattern lengths to accommodate time signature changes, instead of being able to assign a time sig to individual patterns...so if I'm writing a track in 6/4 but want a section in 4/4, I have to manually count out the beats and then make the pattern like 2.3.0 length vs 2 or 4 complete bars in length. It's awkward as hell. Otherwise, if I'm honest, Maschine's more focused workflow helps me finish music as fast as a track started/finished within Ableton. I tend to use Ableton for more precise edits, like when I need a rest/bit of silence after a crescendo that doesn't really fall exactly within the grid or if I've added lyrics and realized that I need to extend a section by a few bars...
@@OGBrut-bq2xr gross have you ever even tried this? There are far better ways than using the Maschine vst, which just introduces lag and makes it almost impossible to play things on time. This is why 90% of people just make loops in Maschine and export the stems. I don't know about using it in FL because I'm an adult and whatnot, but I know in Ableton it sucks to use the Maschine vst. That's my experience at least, and I know a lot of other people's, from when I looked around the internet to see if anyone was successfully integrating Maschine and Ableton. If you have a video of what you're talking about though, because I could be wrong, I would like to know, as I like playing the Maschine pads a lot more than playing the push 2 pads.
@@LowHeatBeats I really appreciate this reply! I honestly hadn't even realized that I could just load my Maschine expansions folder into the Ableton places browser and use all those samples in drum rack. What a game changer. I really thought those were locked into the expansion or something. You're awesome, man. Long time subscriber! Thanks again 🙏
Still loving it! Personally still stuck on how to access the rest of my sounds when I've used more than the 16 pads while sampling. Glad to see your health on the come-up, we appreciate you. 👊
Thank you so much for the support, I really appreciate it! Btw to access more than 16 slices in the sampling section, hold shift and you will see the option to go to a second bank of slices. Otherwise, after you've chopped it you need to transpose your keyboard mode an octave higher to play slices 17-32.
Great review! I was so amazed with the original MASCHINE I ran right to Guitar Center and bought it soon as I got paid that Friday! Took it home and fell in love with it! Also, it can still be used in 2023! I don’t have the MK3 but I still want it!
Great video. Thank you. I agree with everything you say about both Maschine and Maschine Plus. Even a year further on, when people are talking about a lack of updates and why? "Are NI about to abandon the format?" As an older user, I am slow to assimilate changes and I personally would not wish to add extra layers of complexity. I want to introduce some more complex sounds from the Kontakt instruments such as Vocal colours but it is so huge that it barely runs on my Mac, so working with it, I expect to record my sound in Ableton and use them as samples in Maschine. This might seem like a slow groove but it suits me.
I Agree 100% Carnal! I love my Maschine MK3 and because of the lack of DAW features and flexibility I alway finish in my DAW. Other than that, I love the way I can create tracks (at lest the base) of the track really fast. Speeds up the process. I also like the way that we still get updates to the software. I just hate the fact that I can't finish on the Maschine... I hope some day N.I comes out with an update to finish a track from start to finish on the Maschine (I know people do it now) However, I can't LOL
Hey Low Heat i have feeling that we who bought Maschine we all "succeed " in Music journey, there is something magical in analogue human input. MK3 is perfect instrument .
It sure is a great instrument! But let's be honest, success in your music journey is not really about the gear that you use, although it does help a lot.
Low Heat, I bought a MK3 after watching your videos. I love it. I will add that the software likes to crash if left open overnight. I'm glad it does have a recovery mode though.
Glad my videos inspired you to buy it and that you're happy with it! It's been pretty stable for me, recovery mode has saved me only once so far. It probably depends on what plugins you'e using.
For me the maschine mk3 (and komplete keyboard) made my work flow of music production happen. I was always struggling to find a technique in order to get a track going properly..... But now i fire up maschine.... Create stems.... Load maschine into cubase... Drag them across as audio, and arrange my track, still using maschine as a plug in to further add to my track.
Damn, that's what I call bad luck man. But on the flip side, let's be honest - you're not going ot make better music with the MK3, the Studio is more than sufficient.
Yeah, I've heard about this, but they do count as cons since it's a basic functionality that isn't available right out of the box. Also, do you really need to use Reaktor for this? There are plenty of VST's that can probably enable this functionality. Unless you're on the M+, of course.
@@LowHeatBeats yeap, I'm on both - mk3 and M+, that's why I was looking for smth, that would work on both - to be able to port the projects among them (actually, I have them in different cities) but, anyways, if mono-ing is quite easy with lots of vst, recording mutes is still a pain. And yeap, I'm agree - this is more about cons, than pros
I mostly agree with your assessment of the MK3. I started my music making after a 30(!) year break using Logic but got bogged down in the overwhelming user interface and feature overload. After seeing a few reviews of the Mk3 I bit the bullet and got one. I have never looked back as it really gives you the most frictionless music creation experience possible. I agree with the limitations with audio. Clips however resolve much of this, and even comping is easily done. I don’t see NI launching any new hardware, except (and this is my dream) they release a “plus” version of the S series keyboards. That would be a killer standalone workstation and if it had an XLR and instrument input , would give the MPC key a run for its money ….
After new screen on komplete s mk3, maschine 3.0 sofware in progress. If 3.0 software in progress, maschine mk4 ("Maschine Next" may be?) in progress too. I think its one large screen and someting feature from old "machine jam" (faders may be?). Wifi, bluetooth...
Yeah, they are probably working on it, but I have no idea when we will see it. I would hope autumn 2024 but I wouldn’t be surprised if it takes even longer for a new Maschine hardware.
hello, if someone can help me a little, with the machine + in samping mode for each recording the audio is put on the sd card, is there a possibility of having the audio recordings in virtual memory and afterwards when I record the project is all put on the SD card, for the moment when I record guitar in several takes, even those that are not good are saved on the SD card, it takes up unnecessary space, what do you think?
I don't use a Maschine + but I think it works the same way as Maschine software on the computer, so it's probably not possible. But i think this is better than filling the RAM with recordings that you're not going to use. Also it's great to go through old recordings and find some interesting stuff to reuse.
Hi, thanks for your videos. Greetings from Mexico. My question is if i can perform with MK3 without a computer? Sorry, but i am ready to buy it, but i have this serial doubt because i have read a lot of old and new reviews and i am really confused. In Native Instruments site information makes me think that i can use it without computer, but maibe i am misunderstanding. Thanks
Hey, no, the Mk3 only works with a computer. You’re probably looking at Maschine Plus which is the same thing but can work without a computer as well and it costs twice as much.
Not saying this is a bad product but the cons he mentioned are never brought up when comparing it to the Akai software.I own both and i have to to say that Akai has the edge a little in the recording department.All the cons he mentioned the Akai software does.
Hello as a guitar player i need to play a set with full backing track just without the guitar, this machine is it able to play like 8-10 full song if we load in in ?
You can load and play full songs but I'm not sure if it's the best tool for this use case. Ableton Live would probably be more suitable for this. Or even an SP-404 MK2 if you want to skip the laptop on stage.
Sure, it also has some other very useful features that Maschine doesn't. It's just that you need to use the mouse and computer screen with it which (for me) kinda defeats the purpose of using Maschine in the first place.
I’m just curious, I use Beatmaker 3 on iPad. I’m able to load an acapella and arrange to that wav. Can you load a wav. that’s like 3 minutes long and arrange to it.?
Hey man , thanks for the review on the machine mk3 . I was wondering if you have any videos for beginners who want to learn the machine mk3 or if you links to websites or youtube . thanks
To all those using Maschine to make a loop and finish in their DAW: IMO Serato Studio is much superior, more modern software for that purpose. If you like sth. more streamlined to get the creative juices flowing and don't need an MPC-style hardware box, I can only recommend to check it out. (I'm not affiliated with them in any way, but without Studio maybe I wouldn't make music today, because that software made it so easy to create and learn by doing as a total noob, so I'm trying to pay it forward 🙌🏻)
Sounds great and I've been meaning to check Serato Studio out. But if you don't need an "MPC-style hardware box", why are we discussing this under a Maschine review? 😀
@@LowHeatBeats Because many (potential) Maschine users are open to alternatives, and not all of them view the hardware as make or break, I guess. I personally know people who have the Mk3 on their desk, but just use Maschine software with their mouse.
That’t why I never use it in a DAW but rather treat it as a hardware instrument using only the Maschine software. When I use my main DAW (Ableton Live), I just use it as a dumb midi controller or just don’t use it at all.
For me Maschine - as much as I enjoy making a beat with its hardware workflow - sits in a useless "middle ground" rn. Many will point out that "all DAWs do the same". Which in a way is obv true, but it's my experience that the specific tool will still leave its imprint on the music; between Maschine VS Logic VS Serato Studio, if you have me start from the same sample with each, each tool will facilitate different ideas & execution. I'm stating this because I like the different vibes/ideas the Maschine hardware workflow can coax from my brain. BUT in practice, I've come to the point where 95% of the time I'd rather work in Logic from the start, *especially* when flipping a sample. Between the Sample & Audio modules on Maschine a lot is possible - but I'm just SO much faster in Logic, plus I'm more willing to try out crazy ideas, which OTOH can seem like too much work in Maschine. I hate to say it, but in 2022 the Maschine software is in many ways a bit dated. I'm not even talking about the DAW feature-set. If you're on Mac, you might notice that you can't even zoom in/out the piano roll using pinch gestures on the touchpad, like, for real NI? That has been the standard way to interact with any content on Mac since when Jobs was still around. And btw, my money is on: We will end 2022 and still not be able to run Maschine natively on Apple Silicon. That might not matter to many; the point is, it is symptomatic of NI/Maschine development pace compared to most competitors - it's f'in glacial. Many opt for Maschine as a "sketch pad" to make a loop, and then bring that into their DAW. For that purpose I much (!) prefer *Serato* Studio. It's a much more modern software, and it's even more streamlined to eliminate distractions, especially for noobs. It's basically a mini DAW built around Serato Sample. You can set a project key, and the software will keep everything (!) else in key automatically. The current Beta has a "stems" feature, where you extract parts of a sample similar to izotope RX. It's obvious their devs give a sh*t about the community as well. So yeah, I'm selling my Mk3 Ultraviolet, because it's collecting dust. Between the super streamlined, user-friendly, modern Serato Studio and a full-fledged DAW, Maschine is neither here nor there; unless you're like an old-school MPC/Maschine head & can't live without your 16 pads.
The middle ground thing is a valid point, I'll give you that. Sometimes I just use Ableton Live and skip Maschine altoghether. I can live without the 16 pads, just give me a MIDI keyboard and I'm good. But Logic or Serato Studio aren't entirely comparable, since you need to mostly use the mouse and keyboard and the whole point of Maschine to me is that you're playing and instrument and using mostly your hands. That's why the shortcomings (which are valid points you're raised btw) of the Maschine 2 software don't bother me that much. But anyways, I appreciate your perspective, it's different than mine, but I respect that.
Got it. Yeah, there isn't, but if you need to adjust the gain you can insert an EQ after the Audio module and use its gain control to set the desired level before the signal hits the next effect on the chain.
@@LowHeatBeats Bless you sir. Thank you for that wonderful insight. I greatly appreciate the help. This has stopped me from even making music in maschine. Now I know the next steps. Thank you again.
Ssup low, how u doing? I was wondering if this is the device for me, cuz I produce on Cubase and Im not into to Machine Software, I only need a Drum Pad midi controller to control Cubase Stock Plugins and Third Part ones, as Sylenth, Serum, Ana, U-he, Omnisphere, Superior Drum, Groove Agent, etc. The functions that I like in Maschine, are the ability to PAD, Keyboard, Chords, Beat Repeat, etc. I heard that if someone is looking for a pad midi controller device for this purpose maybe Maschine is not the one to be chosen. Can you give some perspective?
Hey man, I appreciate you asking for my perspective, but I think it becomes pretty clear from the video - the whole point of Maschine is the integration with its own software. So if you just need a pad controller for your DAW you're paying extra for stuff you're not going to use. Also the keyboard mode, chord mode, note, repeat, etc. only work within the Maschine software.
@@LowHeatBeats Thanks, for the fast answer. Do you know any pad midi controller with a good pad touch feel and also with PAD, Keyboard, Chords Beat Repeat Functions, cuz I saw Akai MPD and lacks chords and Keyboard functions. Also saw Nektar Aura but I'm afraid I won't have it too.
I can't think of any off the top of my head tbh. You're welcome to join our Discord server (link in description) and ask there, maybe someone will be able to point you in the right direction.
Unless you're using the Maschine software, you can only use MIDI mode, that's how it works. But you should be able to route MIDI from the Maschine plugin to another MIDI track but I'm not a Luna user, so I can neither verify this, nor explain how to do it.
I thought I wanted the Push 2. Then I accidentally got a second-hand Maschine Mk2 and I like it so much that now I think the Maschinke Mk3 might be better for my needs. Can I sell a Mk2 with the software when I get the Mk3 with its software without losing stuff? It is a hard decision for me right noww as I do use Ableton Live as my main DAW, the Push would work well of course, but the Maschine feels so sturdy and precise.
I know it's tough, I always go back and forth between Ableton and Maschine, they are both super dope. You can sell the MK2 with the software and you won't lose anything, unless you upgraded your Komplete Select with the full version of Komplete, then that would be tied to your original Maschine 2 license.
@@LowHeatBeats Tricky how software and hardware are tied together, I will thread carefully. Perhaps I shall go both routes as well, they each have their strengths and weaknesses. Thank you.
Maschine is by far the fastest machine to create a beat, but i need to update it for Apple,s M1 i don’t know what they are waiting for whit rosetta it‘s terrible you can’t work. Un saludo desde España
@@LowHeatBeatsYou can also buy used directly from NI, they have 3 MK3 returned units available right now, cleaned - with software - full warranty. For 380-350e.
@@LowHeatBeats don’t get me wrong I love it. But the recent update was nothing. It’s been 2 years and no other plugins being ported, no features worked on etc. They keep dropping new plugins and expansions, but nothing for the plus or maschine software. Maschine 2.0 came almost a decade ago, where is maschine 3?
@@heffe4257 I feel what you're saying man. But at the same time, as I said in the video - I got what I paid for and I don't have any expectations for updates. If they add some cool new stuff, that's a bonus, if not, it's still cool. Granted, I'm talking about the MK3, I don't have a Maschine+.
I actually liked the simplicity of the MK1 a lot, although it did work better with the simpler v1 of the software. The MK3 has some quality-of-life improvements like bigger and better screens, built-in audio interface, MIDI note editing capabilities and generally you can really do everything from the controller. But let's be honest - it probably won't make your music better and the MK1/MK2 still offer enough control and visual feedback to get the job done.
No, this works with Maschine software on your computer. If you're looking for standalone, there's Maschine Plus which is the same thing, except it has the computer built-in.
Maschine sequencer is seriously lacking: *'no tempo/meter changes'* - badly needs development!! For a Groove-Box, it is awesome tho. But I can't use it for serious Composing.
@@LowHeatBeats I had an mpc2000xl before, I believe that on the mpc at least you could write different time signatures & chain them together. I'm not sure abt tempo changes. It's bn so long 🤷🏽♂️🤣
I mentioned it at some point, but it was never my intention to tell the full history of Maschine. I also skipped Mikro and Jam, because I didn't want to make the video too long.
Maschine's work flow is over-complicated compared to what a DAW with 3rd Party Plugz can do in seconds! Don't be lured in by the flashy lights of its cluncky hardware!
Actually, I find the Maschine workflow much less complicated than that of a DAW. It’s one of the reasons I only use a DAW now for final mixing and mastering.
I just wanna know why everyone compares maschine with a DAW but nobody compares an MPC with one? Maybe the computer connection? Which all new MPCs have... 🤔
It's always going to be cumbersome when you use 2 sequencers at the same time, so I don't think Maschine is the problem here. I don't use it as a plugin, its most enjoyable to you use it by itself just with Maschine 2 software.
Got mine in Covid 2020 hardly used it but jumped back on it this week. Been using logic. I’m feeling the test beats I’ve made in maschine so far. Sounds so different. Your tutorials are clear my friend I will be watching more if you make some new ones. Keep going.
Thank you! Definitely more to come. We're also expecting Maschine 3 software to be released later this year, so there will be loads of topics to cover.
It revitalized my production flow a year ago and I'm still enjoying a lot of aspect this offers. The DAW was a learning curve for sure but you, Blezz & Jef & many others have provided such great tutorials! Incorporating Ableton was the best thing and it's actually integral to really arrange a song properly. Not a con as you point out but something I hadn't anticipated. Thanks for all your tuts & tips!
Great to hear and thanks for sharing your perspective!
What about ableton ? It's just a vst for it, isn't it?
@@danieljarrett3783 It's far more than just a VST, as explained in the video.
This hardware is supreme! We only need a software update. And now I have a feeling something is coming... Fingers crossed
Nothing is coming soon when Maschine Plus isn't even 3 years old ..they should be fine tuning their software instead of releasing countless hardware revisions as their device's are major enough.
@@king6463 , and this is what I hope for
The Maschine is top notch, absolutely still worth it in 2022 and beyond.
That’s what’s up!
I agree. Plus I dont see N.I. releasing any new hardware maybe until 2 years.
It's worth many times what I paid for it! Honestly, I don't think there is anything quite like it. It's a Swiss army knife.
I always am curious about it compared to an Novation push.. I’ve gotten so use to maschine I don’t see a reason to switch, however I feel like they have more audio mixed capability -> which is the only issue and reason I see
@@TheSpendog I have a Maschine vs Push 2 video + a review of the Push 2 so check them out as well.
Very well done video! To be honest, I love Ableton to death, but the sheer endless possibilities sometimes slow down my creative workflow as I tend to get surgical very fast instead of pushing the composition forward. Maschine let’s me focus on the creative process more. We just need AUTOMATION IN SONG MODE for every parameter we want, and I do not mean putting a filter on an empty group and routing my drums to it. That works, but we all want hassle free automation of all instrument parameters OUTSIDE PATTERNS over the course of the whole arrangement. Once this tiny wish has come true, I don’t see anything standing in the way of making finished and professional sounding tracks with MASCHINE.
Glad you enjoyed the video! I agree about Maschine allowing you to focus on the creative process. As far as the automation thing goes - fair point! However, that feature may be enough for you, but the next person is going to demand this and that and the third, so where does it end?
@@LowHeatBeats Good point, wisely spoken!
I play my Mk3 every day ... I've grown to really love it over the 4-5 years I've had it
Man, I've had the OG Maschine, MK2, and now the MK3. I love the integration between the hardware and the software, and the entire a Native Instruments lineup is fire. Battery, Massive, awesome effects, beautiful sound packs... It's awesome.. BUT! I literally just picked up an ableton push 2, because the Achilles heel of Maschine is that they lock you into their little garden. I have spent the last year learning Ableton, and it's been really eye opening. I never really realized what I was missing with Maschine until I went to Ableton Live. You just can't compete with the full feature set of pretty much any other real DAW. I'll say that for anyone buying a Maschine, you just need to know what you're trying to do. If you're trying to make simple beats, maybe finger drums, sample flips, etc, then yes it's amazing. But if you're seriously thinking about making complete tracks, it's just going to bottleneck you at a certain point. You'll find yourself having to export stems into FL or Ableton, which has really been a workflow killer for me. It's gathering dust at the moment unfortunately. 😭 Please allow us to integrate Maschine into other DAWs. 🙏
As someone who has used Live even longer than Maschine, I agree, I always use it to arrange and finish my Maschine tracks.
I don't think Maschine locks you into their garden though.
You can use it as a MIDI controller in other DAWs and you can use plugins in Maschine software or use it as a plugin in other DAWs. It's just more limited but that's what makes it so fun and fast to use.
But I also agree that if you have a Push 2, Maschine is not really necessary, just a fun instrument to have and enjoy.
I agree about exporting stems to ableton being the easiest route to finishing a track you began on Maschine, but in reality, all NI need to do in order to make Maschine viable for finishing entire tracks is allow automation in the song view and then make BPM/Time Signature/Lock States Automatable parameters. My biggest gripe is that I have to fuck with grid resolutions and pattern lengths to accommodate time signature changes, instead of being able to assign a time sig to individual patterns...so if I'm writing a track in 6/4 but want a section in 4/4, I have to manually count out the beats and then make the pattern like 2.3.0 length vs 2 or 4 complete bars in length. It's awkward as hell. Otherwise, if I'm honest, Maschine's more focused workflow helps me finish music as fast as a track started/finished within Ableton. I tend to use Ableton for more precise edits, like when I need a rest/bit of silence after a crescendo that doesn't really fall exactly within the grid or if I've added lyrics and realized that I need to extend a section by a few bars...
Just use it as a plug in and route it to mixer tracks, or drag and drop midi and audio. It works fine with other daws 🤷♂️
@@OGBrut-bq2xr gross have you ever even tried this? There are far better ways than using the Maschine vst, which just introduces lag and makes it almost impossible to play things on time. This is why 90% of people just make loops in Maschine and export the stems. I don't know about using it in FL because I'm an adult and whatnot, but I know in Ableton it sucks to use the Maschine vst. That's my experience at least, and I know a lot of other people's, from when I looked around the internet to see if anyone was successfully integrating Maschine and Ableton.
If you have a video of what you're talking about though, because I could be wrong, I would like to know, as I like playing the Maschine pads a lot more than playing the push 2 pads.
@@LowHeatBeats I really appreciate this reply! I honestly hadn't even realized that I could just load my Maschine expansions folder into the Ableton places browser and use all those samples in drum rack. What a game changer. I really thought those were locked into the expansion or something. You're awesome, man. Long time subscriber! Thanks again 🙏
Had mine for about 5 months now. Love it 🎃
Still loving it! Personally still stuck on how to access the rest of my sounds when I've used more than the 16 pads while sampling. Glad to see your health on the come-up, we appreciate you. 👊
Thank you so much for the support, I really appreciate it!
Btw to access more than 16 slices in the sampling section, hold shift and you will see the option to go to a second bank of slices. Otherwise, after you've chopped it you need to transpose your keyboard mode an octave higher to play slices 17-32.
@@LowHeatBeats Life. Saver. 👊🏾👊🏾
Great review! I was so amazed with the original MASCHINE I ran right to Guitar Center and bought it soon as I got paid that Friday! Took it home and fell in love with it! Also, it can still be used in 2023! I don’t have the MK3 but I still want it!
The MK1 was great too for sure and still does the job if it’s supported on your OS. Appreciate you watching 🫡
Great video. Thank you. I agree with everything you say about both Maschine and Maschine Plus. Even a year further on, when people are talking about a lack of updates and why? "Are NI about to abandon the format?" As an older user, I am slow to assimilate changes and I personally would not wish to add extra layers of complexity. I want to introduce some more complex sounds from the Kontakt instruments such as Vocal colours but it is so huge that it barely runs on my Mac, so working with it, I expect to record my sound in Ableton and use them as samples in Maschine. This might seem like a slow groove but it suits me.
Exactly! More features mean more complexity and more stuff to learn which doesn't necessarily lead to better music.
I Agree 100% Carnal! I love my Maschine MK3 and because of the lack of DAW features and flexibility I alway finish in my DAW. Other than that, I love the way I can create tracks (at lest the base) of the track really fast. Speeds up the process. I also like the way that we still get updates to the software. I just hate the fact that I can't finish on the Maschine... I hope some day N.I comes out with an update to finish a track from start to finish on the Maschine (I know people do it now) However, I can't LOL
Yeah, I think it mostly comes down to arrangement and audio editing features being added. That’s what I’m missing for finishing tracks.
>I just hate the fact that I can't finish on the Maschine...
Probably a good thing as this is definitely not covered by the warranty...
Hey Low Heat i have feeling that we who bought Maschine we all "succeed " in Music journey, there is something magical in analogue human input. MK3 is perfect instrument .
It sure is a great instrument! But let's be honest, success in your music journey is not really about the gear that you use, although it does help a lot.
Great vid. Love your channel!
Much appreciated!
Low Heat, I bought a MK3 after watching your videos. I love it. I will add that the software likes to crash if left open overnight. I'm glad it does have a recovery mode though.
Glad my videos inspired you to buy it and that you're happy with it! It's been pretty stable for me, recovery mode has saved me only once so far. It probably depends on what plugins you'e using.
For me the maschine mk3 (and komplete keyboard) made my work flow of music production happen. I was always struggling to find a technique in order to get a track going properly..... But now i fire up maschine.... Create stems.... Load maschine into cubase... Drag them across as audio, and arrange my track, still using maschine as a plug in to further add to my track.
Sounds like a nice workflow man
Thanks for this! Great job! Blessings
Thank you for watching!
*Love the review, man! I’m sticking to the Studio (for now). Really pissed NI discontinued it for the MK3 days after I got it!! 😡*
Damn, that's what I call bad luck man. But on the flip side, let's be honest - you're not going ot make better music with the MK3, the Studio is more than sufficient.
actually, you can record mutes and convert any track to mono - all you need is just few free Reaktor tools
Yeah, I've heard about this, but they do count as cons since it's a basic functionality that isn't available right out of the box. Also, do you really need to use Reaktor for this? There are plenty of VST's that can probably enable this functionality. Unless you're on the M+, of course.
Speaking of this topic how do U mix some of your kicks, 808s, in mono?
@@LowHeatBeats yeap, I'm on both - mk3 and M+, that's why I was looking for smth, that would work on both - to be able to port the projects among them (actually, I have them in different cities)
but, anyways, if mono-ing is quite easy with lots of vst, recording mutes is still a pain. And yeap, I'm agree - this is more about cons, than pros
Selling my Maschine studio today and getting the MK3. I like that it is smaller and that I can sample with it!
Yup, definitely more practical than the Studio!
A very welcome reminder what a great ma(s)chine we already have. Thanks!
So true!
I mostly agree with your assessment of the MK3. I started my music making after a 30(!) year break using Logic but got bogged down in the overwhelming user interface and feature overload. After seeing a few reviews of the Mk3 I bit the bullet and got one. I have never looked back as it really gives you the most frictionless music creation experience possible. I agree with the limitations with audio. Clips however resolve much of this, and even comping is easily done.
I don’t see NI launching any new hardware, except (and this is my dream) they release a “plus” version of the S series keyboards. That would be a killer standalone workstation and if it had an XLR and instrument input , would give the MPC key a run for its money ….
Oh yeah, a standalone workstation would be dope but probably really expensive too.
Just ordered a used one of Reverb for a little over $300, seemed like it was time to replace my ancient mk1 which I still use for finger drumming
Good move!
Maschine Mk3 rules ALL others !! Dope video bro !
That's what's up Knock! Appreciate you man!
After new screen on komplete s mk3, maschine 3.0 sofware in progress.
If 3.0 software in progress, maschine mk4 ("Maschine Next" may be?) in progress too.
I think its one large screen and someting feature from old "machine jam" (faders may be?). Wifi, bluetooth...
Yeah, they are probably working on it, but I have no idea when we will see it. I would hope autumn 2024 but I wouldn’t be surprised if it takes even longer for a new Maschine hardware.
hello, if someone can help me a little, with the machine + in samping mode for each recording the audio is put on the sd card, is there a possibility of having the audio recordings in virtual memory and afterwards when I record the project is all put on the SD card, for the moment when I record guitar in several takes, even those that are not good are saved on the SD card, it takes up unnecessary space, what do you think?
I don't use a Maschine + but I think it works the same way as Maschine software on the computer, so it's probably not possible. But i think this is better than filling the RAM with recordings that you're not going to use. Also it's great to go through old recordings and find some interesting stuff to reuse.
Great Video!
Much appreciated!
Hi, thanks for your videos. Greetings from Mexico. My question is if i can perform with MK3 without a computer? Sorry, but i am ready to buy it, but i have this serial doubt because i have read a lot of old and new reviews and i am really confused. In Native Instruments site information makes me think that i can use it without computer, but maibe i am misunderstanding. Thanks
Hey, no, the Mk3 only works with a computer. You’re probably looking at Maschine Plus which is the same thing but can work without a computer as well and it costs twice as much.
Not saying this is a bad product but the cons he mentioned are never brought up when comparing it to the Akai software.I own both and i have to to say that Akai has the edge a little in the recording department.All the cons he mentioned the Akai software does.
Sure, but it still wouldn't be able to replace my main DAW which is Ableton Live.
I dont see N.I. releasing any new hardware maybe until 2 years. MK3 is perfect.
Yeah, it’s hard to imagine what meaningful improvements can be made, but who knows…
Haven’t watched the video yet and I’m gonna say a resounding YES. No regrets.
That's what's up!
Great video thanks! I got an mk3 one month ago!! Love it! Had the micro mk3 before! What a difference having the big one now!👍
Absolutely!
Too helpful had to sub
Thanks for the sub!
Hello as a guitar player i need to play a set with full backing track just without the guitar, this machine is it able to play like 8-10 full song if we load in in ?
You can load and play full songs but I'm not sure if it's the best tool for this use case. Ableton Live would probably be more suitable for this. Or even an SP-404 MK2 if you want to skip the laptop on stage.
@@LowHeatBeats Thanks a lot for this answer, yes indeed wanna skip the laptop uses, will check the second option you gave to me
If you use Serrato sample in maschine you can load mp3
Sure, it also has some other very useful features that Maschine doesn't. It's just that you need to use the mouse and computer screen with it which (for me) kinda defeats the purpose of using Maschine in the first place.
I’m just curious, I use Beatmaker 3 on iPad. I’m able to load an acapella and arrange to that wav. Can you load a wav. that’s like 3 minutes long and arrange to it.?
Yeah, you can do it, but it isn't the best tool for this type of production. I'd use a more flexible DAW like Ableton for this.
Hey man , thanks for the review on the machine mk3 . I was wondering if you have any videos for beginners who want to learn the machine mk3 or if you links to websites or youtube . thanks
I do have a playlist of Maschine tutorials - czcams.com/play/PLMmcIo3phK4Z5RGFVmOU5DmqWlHfvi67b.html
Some of them are good for beginners.
There are also two in-depth videos on the NI channel:
Part 1: czcams.com/video/YcSle_Cypzg/video.html
Part 2: czcams.com/video/prEuh1P6-JM/video.html
@@MickBenjamins For sure, these are the best videos out there to get you started.
@@MickBenjamins Hi , thank you very much I appreciate it.
J’ai Maschine MK3 et Maschine Jam et j’en suis très satisfait!👍🏻
That's the best combo for sure!
The maschine + needs a REAL update. Its not true portable like the MPC live2. NI needs to follow up on this. Both devices are great
So you want a battery and a built-in speaker?
I'm still using the MK2 and I haven't felt the need to upgrade yet.
No doubt, it's still supported and does everything you need it to do.
To all those using Maschine to make a loop and finish in their DAW: IMO Serato Studio is much superior, more modern software for that purpose. If you like sth. more streamlined to get the creative juices flowing and don't need an MPC-style hardware box, I can only recommend to check it out.
(I'm not affiliated with them in any way, but without Studio maybe I wouldn't make music today, because that software made it so easy to create and learn by doing as a total noob, so I'm trying to pay it forward 🙌🏻)
Sounds great and I've been meaning to check Serato Studio out. But if you don't need an "MPC-style hardware box", why are we discussing this under a Maschine review? 😀
@@LowHeatBeats Because many (potential) Maschine users are open to alternatives, and not all of them view the hardware as make or break, I guess. I personally know people who have the Mk3 on their desk, but just use Maschine software with their mouse.
Fair enough, I've seen people do that too. If you're using the software with your mouse, the MK3 is almost rendundant.
Need a video on how you did the talk box sound with vst
Yes, it's on my to-do list, thanks for the reminder!
i never felt comfortable with maschine mk3, especially in a daw, still have in original box but just collecting dust sadly
That’t why I never use it in a DAW but rather treat it as a hardware instrument using only the Maschine software. When I use my main DAW (Ableton Live), I just use it as a dumb midi controller or just don’t use it at all.
For me Maschine - as much as I enjoy making a beat with its hardware workflow - sits in a useless "middle ground" rn.
Many will point out that "all DAWs do the same". Which in a way is obv true, but it's my experience that the specific tool will still leave its imprint on the music; between Maschine VS Logic VS Serato Studio, if you have me start from the same sample with each, each tool will facilitate different ideas & execution. I'm stating this because I like the different vibes/ideas the Maschine hardware workflow can coax from my brain. BUT in practice, I've come to the point where 95% of the time I'd rather work in Logic from the start, *especially* when flipping a sample. Between the Sample & Audio modules on Maschine a lot is possible - but I'm just SO much faster in Logic, plus I'm more willing to try out crazy ideas, which OTOH can seem like too much work in Maschine.
I hate to say it, but in 2022 the Maschine software is in many ways a bit dated. I'm not even talking about the DAW feature-set. If you're on Mac, you might notice that you can't even zoom in/out the piano roll using pinch gestures on the touchpad, like, for real NI? That has been the standard way to interact with any content on Mac since when Jobs was still around. And btw, my money is on: We will end 2022 and still not be able to run Maschine natively on Apple Silicon. That might not matter to many; the point is, it is symptomatic of NI/Maschine development pace compared to most competitors - it's f'in glacial.
Many opt for Maschine as a "sketch pad" to make a loop, and then bring that into their DAW. For that purpose I much (!) prefer *Serato* Studio. It's a much more modern software, and it's even more streamlined to eliminate distractions, especially for noobs. It's basically a mini DAW built around Serato Sample. You can set a project key, and the software will keep everything (!) else in key automatically. The current Beta has a "stems" feature, where you extract parts of a sample similar to izotope RX. It's obvious their devs give a sh*t about the community as well.
So yeah, I'm selling my Mk3 Ultraviolet, because it's collecting dust. Between the super streamlined, user-friendly, modern Serato Studio and a full-fledged DAW, Maschine is neither here nor there; unless you're like an old-school MPC/Maschine head & can't live without your 16 pads.
The middle ground thing is a valid point, I'll give you that. Sometimes I just use Ableton Live and skip Maschine altoghether. I can live without the 16 pads, just give me a MIDI keyboard and I'm good. But Logic or Serato Studio aren't entirely comparable, since you need to mostly use the mouse and keyboard and the whole point of Maschine to me is that you're playing and instrument and using mostly your hands. That's why the shortcomings (which are valid points you're raised btw) of the Maschine 2 software don't bother me that much.
But anyways, I appreciate your perspective, it's different than mine, but I respect that.
So you lost your money , since Maschine is now native on M1… Anyway, enjoy your music making 😊
@@hvhvgitaar haha, nice, that's being wrong in a good way. I'm happy for those that still use Maschine 🙌🏻
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Great video. I got a question no one can answer yet. How to gain stage the zone of a sample in the Audio module? but without resampling?
Hey fam, I'd try to figure it out for you but I'm not sure what you mean exactly. Can you elaborate?
In the audio module, there is no zone gain level to adjust. For headroom.
Got it. Yeah, there isn't, but if you need to adjust the gain you can insert an EQ after the Audio module and use its gain control to set the desired level before the signal hits the next effect on the chain.
@@LowHeatBeats Bless you sir. Thank you for that wonderful insight. I greatly appreciate the help. This has stopped me from even making music in maschine. Now I know the next steps. Thank you again.
heeey you using earbuds to produce, which one are them?
Beyerdynamic Soul Byrd. But I rarely actually use them to produce, just when I'm filming videos and it's too hot for regular headphones.
Ssup low, how u doing? I was wondering if this is the device for me, cuz I produce on Cubase and Im not into to Machine Software, I only need a Drum Pad midi controller to control Cubase Stock Plugins and Third Part ones, as Sylenth, Serum, Ana, U-he, Omnisphere, Superior Drum, Groove Agent, etc. The functions that I like in Maschine, are the ability to PAD, Keyboard, Chords, Beat Repeat, etc. I heard that if someone is looking for a pad midi controller device for this purpose maybe Maschine is not the one to be chosen. Can you give some perspective?
Hey man, I appreciate you asking for my perspective, but I think it becomes pretty clear from the video - the whole point of Maschine is the integration with its own software.
So if you just need a pad controller for your DAW you're paying extra for stuff you're not going to use. Also the keyboard mode, chord mode, note, repeat, etc. only work within the Maschine software.
@@LowHeatBeats Thanks, for the fast answer. Do you know any pad midi controller with a good pad touch feel and also with PAD, Keyboard, Chords Beat Repeat Functions, cuz I saw Akai MPD and lacks chords and Keyboard functions. Also saw Nektar Aura but I'm afraid I won't have it too.
I can't think of any off the top of my head tbh. You're welcome to join our Discord server (link in description) and ask there, maybe someone will be able to point you in the right direction.
@@LowHeatBeats tks again
I was wondering how to use the scale/chord mode in AUD Luna , so far i can only use the midi mode
Unless you're using the Maschine software, you can only use MIDI mode, that's how it works. But you should be able to route MIDI from the Maschine plugin to another MIDI track but I'm not a Luna user, so I can neither verify this, nor explain how to do it.
I thought I wanted the Push 2. Then I accidentally got a second-hand Maschine Mk2 and I like it so much that now I think the Maschinke Mk3 might be better for my needs. Can I sell a Mk2 with the software when I get the Mk3 with its software without losing stuff? It is a hard decision for me right noww as I do use Ableton Live as my main DAW, the Push would work well of course, but the Maschine feels so sturdy and precise.
I know it's tough, I always go back and forth between Ableton and Maschine, they are both super dope. You can sell the MK2 with the software and you won't lose anything, unless you upgraded your Komplete Select with the full version of Komplete, then that would be tied to your original Maschine 2 license.
@@LowHeatBeats Tricky how software and hardware are tied together, I will thread carefully. Perhaps I shall go both routes as well, they each have their strengths and weaknesses. Thank you.
Maschine is by far the fastest machine to create a beat, but i need to update it for Apple,s M1 i don’t know what they are waiting for whit rosetta it‘s terrible you can’t work. Un saludo desde España
It's been solid for me on an M1 Mac, very stable and I can load a ton of heavy plugins without CPU issues. Greetings!
@@LowHeatBeats well I´ll have rosetta or something from the Mac set up badly. I´ll investigate right now
Nice piece of equipment!
It sure is! Thanks for stopping by btw, as I've said before, I really enjoy your podcast.
If you are going to spend 300 or more in a grove box: yes, getting a MK3 used is well worth it, the Mikro at 120 is a no brainer.
Yeah, as long as you make sure you’re not getting scammed and the seller transfers the software license to you, buying used should be fine.
@@LowHeatBeatsYou can also buy used directly from NI, they have 3 MK3 returned units available right now, cleaned - with software - full warranty. For 380-350e.
I feel like they abandoned the plus, or don’t really give a shit about it.
Why do you think so?
@@LowHeatBeats don’t get me wrong I love it. But the recent update was nothing. It’s been 2 years and no other plugins being ported, no features worked on etc. They keep dropping new plugins and expansions, but nothing for the plus or maschine software. Maschine 2.0 came almost a decade ago, where is maschine 3?
@@heffe4257 I feel what you're saying man. But at the same time, as I said in the video - I got what I paid for and I don't have any expectations for updates. If they add some cool new stuff, that's a bonus, if not, it's still cool. Granted, I'm talking about the MK3, I don't have a Maschine+.
@@LowHeatBeats yea, with the mk3. A lot of people would disagree with you if you were talking about the plus.
Still rocking the MK1!
Tell me what I'm missing!
I actually liked the simplicity of the MK1 a lot, although it did work better with the simpler v1 of the software. The MK3 has some quality-of-life improvements like bigger and better screens, built-in audio interface, MIDI note editing capabilities and generally you can really do everything from the controller. But let's be honest - it probably won't make your music better and the MK1/MK2 still offer enough control and visual feedback to get the job done.
@@LowHeatBeats yeah I don’t need an audio interface. MIDI editor? Nah.
Do you think a Maschine MK4 will be out soon?
I’m fairly certain it won’t be soon, so if you’re looking to buy an MK3, it’s not a bad time to do so.
Shhh we dont talk about Maschine Studio 👀
lol why?
Is this a standalone drum machine?
No, this works with Maschine software on your computer. If you're looking for standalone, there's Maschine Plus which is the same thing, except it has the computer built-in.
@@LowHeatBeats thx
Does Maschine software finally read flac format?
If it doesn’t read MP3, chances are it doesn’t read FLAC as well. But I’m just guessing, I’ve never tried it.
@@LowHeatBeats Users ask for this for so many years now ;( The day Maschine gets flac/mp3 compatibility I'm getting it.
Maschine sequencer is seriously lacking: *'no tempo/meter changes'* - badly needs development!!
For a Groove-Box, it is awesome tho.
But I can't use it for serious Composing.
Yes, it's a groovebox, I'm not sure grooveboxes are good for serious composing anyway :)
@@LowHeatBeats I had an mpc2000xl before, I believe that on the mpc at least you could write different time signatures & chain them together. I'm not sure abt tempo changes. It's bn so long 🤷🏽♂️🤣
I wish it was more compatible with logic
What do you mean?
Why you skip Maschine Studio?
I mentioned it at some point, but it was never my intention to tell the full history of Maschine. I also skipped Mikro and Jam, because I didn't want to make the video too long.
@@LowHeatBeats Ok. Thanx 4 answering 👍🏼
Not worth it in 2022 anymore 😕 But I am finding it very worth it in 2023 🎉
Thanks for reminding me to update the title of the video 😂
@@LowHeatBeats 😂 Unintentional, but you're welcome! Thanks for the super helpful content.
Maschine's work flow is over-complicated compared to what a DAW with 3rd Party Plugz can do in seconds! Don't be lured in by the flashy lights of its cluncky hardware!
Idk man, you're kinda comparing apples to oranges here, if you compare it to other grooveboxes/samplers it's quite streamlined and fast.
Actually, I find the Maschine workflow much less complicated than that of a DAW. It’s one of the reasons I only use a DAW now for final mixing and mastering.
I just wanna know why everyone compares maschine with a DAW but nobody compares an MPC with one? Maybe the computer connection? Which all new MPCs have... 🤔
Yeah, probably because Maschine always worked with a computer, while MPC's have been standalone grooveboxes/samplers since 1988.
Lo trovo ferruginoso x niente intuitivo almeno con Logic Pro digital performer non è x niente comodo
It's always going to be cumbersome when you use 2 sequencers at the same time, so I don't think Maschine is the problem here. I don't use it as a plugin, its most enjoyable to you use it by itself just with Maschine 2 software.
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