Description
The SynthForSale geeks are now taking a look at the Native Instruments Maschine+ Standalone Groovebox, if you are looking for new Groovebox gear, then check it out. read more .
The MASCHINE+ from Native Instruments is a compact, robust standalone groovebox that’s been designed from the ground-up for both live performance and production purposes. It boasts a streamlined, quick, and smart workflow – giving you increased control over effects, synthesis, sequencing, sampling and more!
Pioneering Product
This is the first time in Native’s history where they’ve distilled their highly regarded effects, sounds, and instruments into a completely dedicated hardware-based system. Put simply, you’ll be able to use this groovebox without the need for a laptop or computer.
This allows for unplugged performances without the incorporation of a DAW. However, the MASCHINE+ can also be used with a laptop or computer if you prefer an integrated studio workflow. You can integrate any outboard gear you might have as well.
Intuitive Design
The construction of the unit ensures you’ll be able to quickly and easily craft evolving melodies and layered beats, harness powerful sampling techniques, and arrange and mix your music. It only takes a few seconds to get set up and start generating a beat too!
This is all made simple thanks to 16 velocity-sensitive pads, note repeat, a step sequencer, pad link, swing, a host of plugins and vintage sampler emulation. Hands-on controls like this allow you to tweak and take charge of every aspect of your sound. A quad-core CPU combined with 4 GB of RAM ensures that this creation is fast and headache-free.
Not to mention the build of the MASCHINE+ itself, which is made from a seriously durable anodised aluminium. This provides a ruggedness that’ll help it withstand years and years of repeat use – whether that’s at home or on the road.
Software Suite
A library of specially curated software compliments the MASCHINE+. This MASCHINE+ Selection consists of a carefully chosen package of effects, expansions and instruments which can be used in controller and standalone mode. These have all been optimised to make the standalone workflow buttery smooth.
Starting with the MASCHINE Factory Library – which is made up of 8 GB of drum kits, multi-sampled instruments, projects, patterns, loops, drum/bass synths and other intriguing sounds – you’ve got the ideal creative platform to get started with.
This is augmented further by instruments including MASSIVE, FM8, MONARK and other renowned sonic tools. Add to this effects like PHASIS and RAUM, plus a suite of additional expansions such as DEEP MATTER and TRUE SCHOOL, and you’ve got an extensive suite of software available at your fingertips.
Included Software
- Comes with MASCHINE+ Selection (consisting of effects, instruments and expansions picked for use in controller and standalone modes).
- MASCHINE Factory Library – 8 GB library of loops, drum kits, sounds, multi-sampled instruments etc.
- Instruments – MASSIVE, MONARK, FM8, PRISM, REAKTOR Factory Selection R2, KONTAKT Factory Selection, RETRO MACHINES.
- Effects – PHASIS, RAUM.
- Expansions – LILAC GLARE, SOLAR BREEZE, DEEP MATTER, TRUE SCHOOL, VELVET LOUNGE (and a voucher for two extra expansions).
System Requirements
Standalone Mode
- MASCHINE+ can be used without a computer; you’ll need a wireless internet connection and a Native ID to get started though.
Controller Mode
- macOS 10.14 or 10.15, Intel Core i5, 4 GB RAM.
- Windows 10, Intel Core i5 (or equivalent), 4 GB RAM.
- USB 2.0 Port 9 GB Free Disk Space for Software and Library, 24 GB Free Disk Space for MASCHINE+ Selection.
Specifications
- 4 GB Dual Channel DDR3L RAM
- Quad-Core Processor
- 32 GB Internal eMMC Flash Storage (for both Factory and OS Content)
- x2 Colour Displays (480 x 272)
- WiFi Enabled
- Includes a 64 GB SD Card
- 44.1 kHz / 24-Bit Audio Interface
- x2 1/4-Inch TRS Line Outputs
- x2 1/4-Inch TRS Line Inputs
- 1/4-Inch Dynamic Mic Input
- Stereo Headphone Output
- x1 MIDI In
- x1 MIDI Out
- x1 Footswitch
- x2 USB Ports (for MIDI Controllers/External HDDs
