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Share your no. 1 Maschine tips
Maschinerists, how do you use your gear? We've been sharing our own Maschine tips and tricks lately, but we all have different workflows and we want to hear from you. Whether it's the tried-and-true way to fatten up your drums or the best way to use modulation, share the hot tips for Maschine and Maschine+ you can't live…
User templates for external MIDI instruments for Maschine and Maschine Plus
I'm looking at using my Maschine+ as part of my Live Rig. Mostly to perform Midi Out to External Instruments. I found the MIDIPresetsForExternalDevices.zip berried and was following this video: The problem is that the collection of presets does not have the following configurations for System 1, Arturia MicroFreak, Korg…
Probability and conditional triggers plugin for Maschine 2
I've created a VST/AU plugin called Chance Machine that allows me to set per-step probability and conditional trigger rules for patterns in Maschine. I thought I'd share this here as it might be useful to other Maschine users. It's only available for MacOS, though. It's a great way to add a bit of variation to patterns,…
Maschine+ Power Bank guide
Hi. Power bank info is scattered around a lot so consolidating all info in one thread might help new M+ users. I'll only cover the PD Option so this guide doesn't get huge, other options are in Post #2. This is not an official NI guide, just my findings and recommendations. If there are any mistakes or suggestions let me…
Maschine - how to optimize for performance?
Hello! I'm curious about how to best optimize Maschine running on my Mac Studio. I've read in a couple different places that it's best (overall) to install plugins on your built-in SSD and install+run sample libraries from an external SSD. Is this correct for Maschine, though? Currently I have all of my plugins, sample…

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About your ideas for Maschine 3
Hi everyone, With the launch of Maschine 3.0.0 this Wednesday, I wanted to take a moment to highlight that many of the new features came directly from your input in the Ideas section of our community, which we introduced at the end of 2023. Huge thanks to everyone who joined in on the discussions, cast votes, and shared…

Recent discussions

controller
Hello, I just bought Maschine plus. I'm trying to connect it to my MacBook Air M1. I follow the procedure in Controller mode, Maschine 2 is well installed. I am still on the "production and performance system" screen, no key is illuminated if not power. Nothing happens and the Maschine plus is not recognized. I installed a…
"Urgent: Recurring corrupted NA.xml Error and Maschine 2 Audio Module Not Working!!
Hi everyone, I’m experiencing an issue with the Maschine 2 software that I hope someone can help me with. About a month or two ago, I had an issue with several of my Kontakt software plugins due to errors in the Native Access file. I followed the steps provided by Native Instruments to resolve this error, which helped at…
there is no sound with my computer and my MK3
Hi everyone I'm beginner when I put my MK3 with my laptop there is no sound in the laptop it's the same when I start a video on youtube with my laptop for example When my Mk3 is fix on my laptop when I touch the pad or connect to the speaker there is no sound which go out too. I check in the settings for audio but I don't…
Why isn't Maschine MK3 an iPad app?
I've been wondering this since I got the MK3 two months ago - why isn't this piece of hardware just an iPad app? If you take away the audio interfaces at the back, everything on here could just be software running on an iPad, with more power, better and bigger screens, a smaller size etc. The only thing I can think that it…
Unable to use midi controller with Maschine software
I'm trying to use a midi keyboard with the Maschine software in reaper. Unfortunately when i go to preferences in Maschine there is no Midi tab. Would appreciate some advice. Thank you, Gordon
Brand new unit Maschine Mikro Mk3- Demo from SamAsh cant find the full 16 digits
The Barcode got damaged while Demo'ing multiple times and now I cannot add it to my Native Access. I went to the support page and it is cyclical .. Sends me here. Firmware update shows the 8 digit serial number which has never been registered as technically its a new unit being a a Demo at SamAsh Dallas. Please help
Maschine Jam/Mk3 Live Mods
Here's a demo and sources (mostly Lua) for a bunch of live performance mods I made to my Maschine Mk3/Jam: Maschine Mk3: - assign parameters to external MIDI controllers directly from the Mk3 - Drum mutes/solo are always available - Parameter lock can be updated - Parameter lock is automatically updated when muting kick -…
Footswitch settings for Maschine + and/or Maschine Jam
Hello everyone, This my first post and it's a silly question, sorry. I read that you can hook up a footswitch to Maschine devices to control transport functions (REC/PLAY) so i went ahead and purchased a Boss FS-6 dual footswitch and now I'm hooking it up, yet< no matter where I search I cannot locate the polarity…
can't record maschine mikro3 on cubase 12
hi all. got a maschine mikro 3 i tried all online instructions yet i still can't play pads and record them on cubase. The track is empty and when i stop recording it disappears. Also when, as instructed, press shift+ @ button to switch to midi mode. all pads turn white and don't play sounds. Also got 88 keys mk1 keyboard…
Maschine Libraries (Always) Missing on Startup
For months now, every time I open the Maschine software my expansions and libraries are gone and I have to rescan the library. I've been using Maschine for years and never had this problem until recently. My expansions and library are installed on a external hard drive. Could this be the issue? It never has been before.…
Unable to install a few Instruments/Expansions
Greetings! I recently wipe my MacBook Pro (Catalina 10.15.7) clean & reinstalled everything. Unfortunately, I am having trouble installing the following: Abbey Road 60s Drummer Drum Lab Ethereal Earth Hybrid Keys Scarbee Mark 1 The Gentleman The Grandeur Vintage Organs I have tried on numerous occasions. I have the latest…
Prime Bass Melody crashes Maschine 2
I've seen this asked and not answered, but I'm trying my luck. When I try to load any Prime Bass Melody instrument into Machine 2, Machine 2 crashes. Faulting application name: Maschine 2.exe, version: 2.18.1.0, time stamp: 0x66461c28 Faulting module name: Kontakt 7.vst3, version: 7.10.5.0, time stamp: 0x6654564f Exception…
Can I control Maschine+ with Pro Tools?
Id like to control Maschine+ with Pro Tools so I can record the sounds on tracks in Pro Tools. I have Maschine 2 in my iOS Applications and can pull it up as a plugin, but it doesn't control Maschine+. Is it possible to switch from Maschine 2 to Maschine+ in Pro Tools software?
please can anyone help me "an entry with the same location already exists in the library"
i've tried everything re-installing, deleting the cash and everything i have had maschine for nearly 10 years and have never across this error please can anyone help me it's super frustrating and i don't know how to work around this
Maschine Mikro + Xone 96 + 2 Xone K2
Hello, I have a little issue, and I do not know how to solve it. I have 2 Xone K2 to controll Traktor, conected via xlink to my xone 96. Then also I have a Maschine mikro to lunch samples in maschine syncronized with Traktor. In my Xone K2 I mapped some FX from maschine in the K2 knobs so I can modify the sounds from…
I need to downgrade Maschine.
I need to downgrade Maschine MK2 from 1.8.1 to 1.7.5 How do I do it?
Bounce stems for only used sounds
Every time I export individual stems out from Maschine, I end up with stems of every single sound from every group used (meaning even unused sounds ). This is an issue for me since I have lots of drum groups saved and opened but I don’t necessarily use every single sound on the group. I want only pads, samples, n drums…
What instruments is 'Bass Synth'?
Im using a sound preset from the Ignition Code expansion and the instrument is just 'Bass Synth', the preset is called Frumi. What instrument is that? Bass Synth does not show up in Komplete Kontrol and Frumi is not a Monark preset, is it only accessible from within Maschine or am I going mad? It shouldn't be this hard 😂
Maschine Hardware Serial not working, what to do?
Hey guys, I just got a brand new Maschine, and tried to register the serial through native access, but I keep getting an error message that says "an error occured while processing your serial". I dont know what to do, can someone help me? Thanks
Can't Click Any Graphics in Maschine
Anyone else run into this? After certain amount of time the whole Maschine software won't respond. It's not frozen b/c I can still click menus and select items, but nothing happens. Transport changes color when clicked, but does not play or move the cursor. If I X out the program it gives me "want to save or discard?"…

New questions

Setting up machine mk3 with ableton 9
Hello, I am writing this because I've been trying to figure out how to connect this properly for a while now. I followed the instructions to install them, however, I've been trying to figure it out by watching how to set it up through youtube videos. There was a few issues and I think I've finally figured it out, somewhat…
Can't record midi into logic from mk3
I've followed all guides and how to's but i just can't get it to work…
Can i use Maschine using a akai apc 40 mk1?
I bought the Komplete 13 pack a few years ago and now i am trying to use an akai apc 40 in the Maschine program. is this possible and how do i map it? it now only works like a keyboard, every button is like a key on the keyboard, but id like to use it to control the software if this is possible.
Maschine Software freezes when i try to export sounds
My Maschine Software freezes/crashes when i try to export sounds from Playbox, via Drag & Drop AND via Drop Down menu on Both, Maschine 2. AND 3.! There was a discussion on this board from October 2024, with at least 3 people having the same issue, which provided NO answeres and was already closed!! So … any suggestions…
Issues with Maschine 2 Plug-In and Maschine Mikro MK3 in Logic Pro
Hi there, I'm experiencing an issue with the Maschine 2 Plug-In in Logic Pro and the Maschine Mikro MK3, which I haven't been able to resolve yet. In my project, I've set up a bussing system to route each pad to a separate track (similar to the tutorial I watched - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-e9kAilOzOU&t=1s).…
I bought a Maschine 3 Bundle but only got the Maschine 3 update, no Maschine Central.
We have received a few reports regarding customers receiving the Maschine 3 Update instead of the Maschine 3 Bundle Update, which includes the Maschine Central Library. If this is your case, please reach out to support and we will switch the license as soon as possible. Here's the link: https://bit.ly/n1acc

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Tips: What to do if Maschine Plus is stuck on startup screen
If when powering up the Maschine Plus, it's stuck on "Maschine + is starting" My colleagues in the development coded a little tool that could help to get Maschine+ starting correctly. 1) Please download the file "system-reset-v2.nut" from here: 2) Get the original SD-card from Maschine+ and insert it into the SD-card slot…
I bought a Maschine 3 Bundle but only got the Maschine 3 update, no Maschine Central.
We have received a few reports regarding customers receiving the Maschine 3 Update instead of the Maschine 3 Bundle Update, which includes the Maschine Central Library. If this is your case, please reach out to support and we will switch the license as soon as possible. Here's the link: https://bit.ly/n1acc
Maschine Software won't show up after Hardware registration
Hello, I bought Maschine MIKRO MK3 and registered the hardware in NA. The instructions says that the software serial should show up in NA after registration of the hardware and I've refreshed NA several times now. So far only Massive, Monark and Prism show up but the MASCHINE software not. How can I resolve this issue?

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