What's new in Maschine 3.5 and Maschine+ 2.2.0
We are pleased to release Maschine 3.5 for desktop and Maschine+ 2.2.0.
This update improves the Sampler UI and connected hardware workflows across Maschine. Maschine 3.5 introduces a redesigned Sampler UI in Mixer view, deeper Kontrol S-Series MK3 integration, and new Sound Focus behavior for performance workflows. Maschine+ 2.2.0 brings Kontrol S-Series MK3 Browser and Master / Group / Sound navigation support to standalone.
What's new at a glance
- Redesigned Sampler UI in Mixer view for Maschine 3.5
- Kontrol S-Series MK3 Browser integration in Maschine 3 and Maschine+
- Master / Group / Sound navigation from Kontrol S-Series MK3
- New Sound Focus behavior: On Trigger / Pinned
- Improved Browser and navigation behavior for Kontrol S-Series MK3 workflows
Redesigned Sampler UI in Maschine 3.5
Maschine 3.5 introduces a redesigned Sampler UI in Mixer view as part of the ongoing modernization of Maschine.
This is a visual and workflow update to the Sampler interface. The new Sampler UI includes updated Main and FX views, improved waveform display, timeline handling, play range markers, loop markers, and playhead display. This makes everyday sampling workflows clearer and more consistent while keeping the core Maschine workflow familiar.
How to use it
Open a Sound using the Sampler plug-in and switch to Mixer view. The redesigned Sampler UI is shown directly in the Mixer area, where you can access the updated Main and FX views, edit parameters, and work with the improved waveform display.
Kontrol S-Series MK3 integration in Maschine 3.5
Maschine 3.5 adds deeper integration for Kontrol S-Series MK3.
You can now open and use the Maschine Browser directly from the keyboard, navigate between Master, Groups, and Sounds, and move through items at the current level using the 4D encoder.
Navigation has also been updated to better match Maschine’s structure:
- Up / Down navigates items at the current level
- Left / Right switches navigation level between Master / Groups / Sounds
Plugin-chain navigation from Kontrol S-Series MK3 is also improved, with better synchronization between the focused slot and the Browser experience.
How to use it
Connect Kontrol S-Series MK3 (FW update required) and open Maschine 3.5.
- Press Browser on Kontrol S-Series MK3 to browse from the keyboard
- Use the 4D encoder Up / Down to move through items at the current level
- Use the 4D encoder Left / Right to switch between Master / Groups / Sounds
- Use soft buttons 1 and 2 to navigate the plug-in chain
New Sound Focus behavior: On Trigger / Pinned
Maschine 3.5 adds a new Sound Focus option that lets you choose whether software focus follows the pads you play.
- On Trigger: Focus follows the pad / sound you play. This is the default behavior.
- Pinned: Focus stays locked to the currently selected sound, even when you play other pads.
Pinned focus is useful when performing, editing a plug-in, or adjusting modulation while triggering sounds from other pads.
How to use it
In the Maschine software, choose between On Trigger and Pinned Sound Focus behavior.
On supported Maschine hardware controllers, the setting is available from:
- PAD MODE > Page 2/2 > Encoder 4
When focus is pinned, you can still change Sound focus from hardware using:
- Maschine: Select + Pad
- Mixer: 4D encoder Left / Right or soft buttons
- Kontrol S-Series MK3: 4D encoder Up / Down
Supported hardware access includes Maschine MK3, Maschine+, and Maschine Studio. Maschine Mikro MK3 follows the software setting but does not provide direct hardware access to the setting.
Maschine+ 2.2.0: Kontrol S-Series MK3 support
Maschine+ System 2.2.0 adds important Kontrol S-Series MK3 integration improvements for standalone users.
With Kontrol S-Series MK3 connected to Maschine+, you can now:
- Open and use the Browser from the keyboard
- Navigate Sounds or Groups using the 4D encoder Up / Down
- Switch between Master / Groups / Sounds using the 4D encoder Left / Right
- Work with improved focus consistency between Kontrol S-Series MK3 and Maschine+
Note: You are required to have a Maschine 3 license in the Native Instruments account you are using on your Maschine+.
How to use it
Connect Kontrol S-Series MK3 to Maschine+.
- Press Browser on Kontrol S-Series MK3 to browse from the keyboard
- Use the 4D encoder Up / Down to navigate items at the current level
- Use the 4D encoder Left / Right to switch between Master / Groups / Sounds
Installation instructions
Maschine 3.5 desktop
Maschine 3.5 is installed via Native Access.
Open Native Access and install the latest available Maschine 3 update.
Maschine+ System 2.2.0
Maschine+ System 2.2.0 is installed directly from Maschine+.
On Maschine+, go to: SETTINGS > System tab
Then follow the on-screen update process.
Kontrol S-Series MK3 support
To use the Kontrol S-Series MK3 integration features, make sure the following are installed:
