MASCHINE MK3: Getting Started
Get started with MASCHINE MK3 now! MASCHINE wiz Sami Rabia takes you from newbie to power user in no time, covering everything you need to know to get started using MASCHINE MK3 and make beats and productions.
Videos
• Introduction (02:57) - Sami takes you through the basic layout of MASCHINE's software user interface, highlighting its main features and functions.
• Preferences (14:37) - Get an in-depth look at all the options and configurations found in MASCHINE's Preferences menu.
• The Browser Pt. 1 (09:22) - Learn all about one of the most integral parts of MASCHINE, that allows you to look for and save sounds and presets. Sami explains its layout and all of its abilities inside and out.
• The Browser Pt. 2 (04:41) - Many users have their own library of sounds that they've collected over the years, and Sami explains how to properly import and integrate these into MASCHINE's architecture.
• Loading Plug-Ins (08:29) - Learn to load and manage plug-ins in MASCHINE's software, as well as the differences between NKS formatted plug-ins and regular plug-ins.
• Channels & Audio (08:01) - There are a number of details to consider when running plug-ins in MASCHINE. Here Sami details audio and MIDI routing settings, as well as how to set up effects sends.
• The Pattern Editor (12:32) - This is where you'll spend most of your time with MASCHINE, laying down patterns and ideas. Sami demonstrates and explains all the features you need to know about to get started editing.
• The Controller Overview Pt. 1 (12:45) - Sami explains the layout and function of the MK3 hardware controller, including how to browse, load and edit sounds and plug-ins.
• The Controller Overview Pt. 2 (14:33) - Continuing on from part 1, Sami now explains the transport controls as well as all the buttons surrounding the pads.
• Keyboard & Chords Mode (05:38) - Essential for musical performance and controlling instruments, the Keyboard Mode has some powerful tools to make music composition on MASCHINE fun and inspiring. Watch and see how.
• Step Edit & Touch Strip (11:11) - Saving the best for last, Sami details his favorite recording mode, Step edit, as well as the new Performance Strip and what it can do.