HOW TO SET UP MASCHINE
MASCHINE+ is a sampler, a drum machine, a synth, and an on-stage superpower. In short, it’s whatever you make it. Leave the laptop behind, jam with your other gear, and create beats in minutes with a wealth of on-board sounds, instruments, and effects. It’s the iconic MASCHINE workflow, with fewer strings attached. It’s been over a decade since Native Instruments introduced the Maschine platform.The dedicated hardware-software combo was an instant hit with users looking for the tactile control of outboard. Download Native Instruments Maschine 2.10.1.795 from our website for free. The most frequent installer filenames for the program are: Maschine 2.exe and Maschine.exe etc. The software is included in Multimedia Tools. This software is a product of Native Instruments GmbH. Native Instruments Maschine was developed to work on Windows XP, Windows. Open Windows Explorer and navigate to: C: Users.User Name. AppData Local Native Instruments Maschine. Delete the files Pluginsia32.xml and Pluginsx64.xml. Start the MASCHINE software and open Preferences Plug-ins Locations. Click ADD and navigate to your VST plug-in folder. If you are using the 32-bit version of MASCHINE.
Native Access is a small cloud-based application that handles downloads, installation, and updates for Native Instruments software. It’s the easiest way to get all your music creation tools ready for use, so you can spend more time making music and less time managing products.
STEP 1: DOWNLOAD, INSTALL, AND RUN NATIVE ACCESS
DOWNLOAD (Mac)DOWNLOAD (Win)- If you already have Native Access, just start the application.
- You’ll be asked to log in with your NI account. If you don't have one, you can create one within the app.
- Please pay particular attention to the 'Installation Preferences' – see below for details.
STEP 2: ENTER SERIAL NUMBER IN NATIVE ACCESS
Select ‘Add serial’, and enter your MASCHINE serial number as shown on the flyer in your product box or on the underside of your hardware unit.
STEP 3: INSTALL SOFTWARE
Install the MASCHINE software and library, and all other software you need. If you already have the MASCHINE software, please upgrade to the latest version.
In order to create the necessary preset database, the MASCHINE 2 software should be launched once in standalone mode prior to being used as a plug-in.
In order to create the necessary preset database, the MASCHINE 2 software should be launched once in standalone mode prior to being used as a plug-in.
IMPORTANT: When you run Native Access for the first time, you’ll be asked to ‘select a target folder’. Native Access will install all product content, such as sample libraries, into this target folder. Sample content in particular takes up a lot of space, so you may want to install everything to a dedicated hard drive.
IMPORTANT: On Windows computers, you need to point Native Access to your preferred VST plug-in folder. Once selected, all Native Instruments VST plug-ins will be installed into this folder.
IMPORTANT: On Windows computers, you need to point Native Access to your preferred VST plug-in folder. Once selected, all Native Instruments VST plug-ins will be installed into this folder.
MANUALS AND MORE
LEARN TO USE MASCHINE
MASCHINE MK3 quickstart videos from the NI blog:
HOW TO GET STARTEDHOW TO MAKE YOUR FIRST BEAT
Advanced tips and tricks videos:
MASCHINE TruTorials
All MASCHINE articles and videos in the NI blog:
MASCHINE BLOG
HOW TO GET STARTEDHOW TO MAKE YOUR FIRST BEAT
Advanced tips and tricks videos:
MASCHINE TruTorials
All MASCHINE articles and videos in the NI blog:
MASCHINE BLOG
Need help? Check the Knowledge Base or contact Registration Support.
MASCHINE 2 SOFTWARE UPDATE
- For anyone still using MASCHINE 1.x software
- Completely reworked, with Drum Synths, mixer, and more
- Includes KOMPLETE 13 SELECT – a premium collection of 16 full KOMPLETE Instruments and Effects
NEW JUICE FOR OLD MASCHINES
If you’re still using MASCHINE 1.x, the MASCHINE 2 software update can give you more functionality, sound, and raw power for modern music production. Completely reworked, the software offers countless new ways to support and fast-track your ideas.
The software is compatible with all generations of MASCHINE and MASCHINE MIKRO* – it works with the hardware you already have. Read on for details on what you get...
The software is compatible with all generations of MASCHINE and MASCHINE MIKRO* – it works with the hardware you already have. Read on for details on what you get...
REWORKED AUDIO ENGINE
MASCHINE 2’s audio engine adds unlimited groups and insert effects to MASCHINE’s powerful feature set. Multicore support ensures your computer handles it all in parallel with ultra-efficient processing – even when using the software as a VST or AU plug-in. The new audio engine now also supports sidechaining, for classic ducking effects and more.
DRUM SYNTHS
MASCHINE 2 sets a new benchmark in software drum synthesis. Create your own perfectly-tuned electronic and acoustic drum sounds in truly peerless sound quality.
Six exclusive monophonic drum plug-ins, with their own unique algorithms, give you any percussive sound you need. All fully tweakable, automatable, and perfectly integrated into MASCHINE – with the quality that comes from NI’s acclaimed DSP expertise.
Six exclusive monophonic drum plug-ins, with their own unique algorithms, give you any percussive sound you need. All fully tweakable, automatable, and perfectly integrated into MASCHINE – with the quality that comes from NI’s acclaimed DSP expertise.
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MIXER WINDOW
Polish your tracks to perfection with the mixer window in MASCHINE 2. Tweak volume and panning with ultimate ease. See group and individual track levels clearly on meters complete with peak level indicators. Adjust levels on any group of sounds. And two aux sends per channel let you freely route sounds anywhere in your project.
MASCHINE’s new user interface brings you all this and much more – cutting-edge groove production has never been this easy.
MASCHINE’s new user interface brings you all this and much more – cutting-edge groove production has never been this easy.
NEW PLUG-IN STRIP
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MASCHINE 2’s new plug-in strip gives you a whole new way of seeing your instruments and effects. Each internal instrument and effect now has its own layout for lightning fast visual recognition. This intuitive, visual integration extends to KOMPLETE Instruments and Effects. And beyond that, MASCHINE can handle pretty much any VST, AU or effect plug-in you own.
MORE SOUND INSIDE
Browse presets and load any KOMPLETE 13 Instrument or Effect at-a-glance directly from MASCHINE 2’s full-color product icon display. And now, there’s even more to discover. MASCHINE 2 includes KOMPLETE 13 SELECT – a premium selection of 16 KOMPLETE Instruments and Effects. Get a full suite of professional sound right out of the box and control it all from your MASCHINE hardware.
You also get over 2000 more samples, 200 brand-new MASSIVE presets, and over 100 new kits – all in a streamlined browser that makes finding your sound fast and simple. No matter what sound you’re after, MASCHINE is waiting for you.
Learn about all the new features in the MASCHINE 2 software
You also get over 2000 more samples, 200 brand-new MASSIVE presets, and over 100 new kits – all in a streamlined browser that makes finding your sound fast and simple. No matter what sound you’re after, MASCHINE is waiting for you.
Learn about all the new features in the MASCHINE 2 software
Want to know more? Check out the comprehensive low-down on what's new in the MASCHINE 2 software:
What's new for MASCHINE
What's new for MASCHINE MIKRO
What's new for MASCHINE
What's new for MASCHINE MIKRO
PARTNER VIDEOS
Learn more about MASCHINE from a wide range of third party tutorials. Our partners are expert MASCHINE users who know how to bring their knowledge to the screen. Check out all our partner tutorials for even more on MASCHINE 2 and MASCHINE STUDIO.
WATCH TUTORIALS
WATCH TUTORIALS
'A hardware and software combo that feels like hardware. The screens and larger range of dedicated buttons seriously improve workflow and the new features of Maschine 2.0 mark a promising new era for the Maschine family.'
Music Tech
Music Tech
'Maschine 2 is a triumph whichever hardware controller you use it with.'
MusicRadar
MusicRadar
'With the Maschine 2 software and the Maschine Studio controller especially, Native Instruments’ Maschine has taken the kind of quantum leap where the software goes from being a very cool and useful music creation tool to being a full-scale production powerhouse.'
DJ TechTools
DJ TechTools
Native Instruments Maschine Software Without Hardware
DON’T OWN MASCHINE?
MASCHINE is the ultimate integrated hardware/software system for beatmaking and professional production. Three hardware options give you the exact tool you need on your quest for the perfect groove.
MASCHINE STUDIO: Flagship groove production system for tactile, creative beatmaking with an acclaimed sound library.
MASCHINE: Groundbreaking groove production system for tactile, creative beatmaking with an acclaimed sound library.
MASCHINE MIKRO: Compact groove production system for tactile, creative beatmaking with an acclaimed sound library.
MASCHINE STUDIO: Flagship groove production system for tactile, creative beatmaking with an acclaimed sound library.
MASCHINE: Groundbreaking groove production system for tactile, creative beatmaking with an acclaimed sound library.
MASCHINE MIKRO: Compact groove production system for tactile, creative beatmaking with an acclaimed sound library.
Native Instruments Maschine Software Update
*The MASCHINE 2 software update was released in September 2013. If you bought your MASCHINE or MASCHINE MIKRO after that date, you’re probably already running MASCHINE 2 software and don’t need this update. To check which MASCHINE version you have, start MASCHINE, then click on Help > About MASCHINE. The version number is top-left.