5/3/2021 0 Comments Maschine Mikro Mk3 Manual
I dont even think its the material, but rather than finish thats getting marked.Since December 2016, both Maschine 2.5.5 and T raktor Pro 2.11 have sported Ableton Link, allowing them to be accurately and quickly synced up, either on the same computer, or across wired and wireless networks.With that said, I think weve set the tone for how this review approaches the Maschine Mikro MK3.
Maschine Mikro Mk3 Software Hybrid ThatHow well does the compact hybrid controller cosy up with your set up for playing other peoples music In a nutshell The third revision of the compact, fully bus powered, portable hardwaresoftware hybrid that includes the full Maschine 2.7 groove software, featuring a multi-touch strip, larger velocity-sensitive RGB pads, and a new design.First impressions Before we go into whats IN the box, lets talk about how the Mikro is packaged. Gone is the glossy full-colour box with comically oversized quick-start guide. Replaced by naked corrugated card packaging with minimal printing and a couple of stickers stuck on. For Native Instruments, the change to the new look was partially driven by a desire to be a bit more eco-friendly, saving on paint, and also cost-savings to the end customer, to quote. Weve already spoken about plastic waste in the music industry, so I applaud the Maschine team for that ecologically inclined sentiment. Opening the box up, you get everything you need to get started (which isnt much, admittedly). I was a bit disappointed to see NI using polystyrene packing, along with another layer of plastic to bag up the hardware. Keeping the electronics dry during transportation is essential, but there are alternatives to polystyrene padding, which I hope will be used in the future. Inside you get your Mikro controller, one of Native Instruments branded USB cables (which are actually quite decent quality), and a small black paper envelope with your hardware serial, warnings, quick start flyer, and the all-important Maschine logo sticker sheet. NI have kept it more and more simple as the digital age has hit, but what more do you need, really And honestly, I love it when packaging is elegant in its simplicity. Build quality The first thing youll notice with all the new Native Instruments hardware is the change in industrial design. Gone is the wrap around outer shell with the trademark branded lip at the top and bottom of the unit, replaced with a top-and-sides faceplate with very minimal almost stealth-like branding and markings. This thing is basically a single shell with buttons poking out of it. Theres no give in the casing, and all the buttons, the screen and the encoder feel fixed. The recessed USB port also provides extra protection for your cable and socket. This is despite my suspicion that the change is budget-driven. The top shell is made from plastic, which should hold up to a bit of abuse, but is vulnerable to marks. I found this out when I took the unit to a friends for a play about, and only had it sat in a bag with a F1 sitting on it. When you compare this to the design of the F1, which has a metal top plate, it definitely feels like a bit of a step back.
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