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This is just a basic overview for those new to the Maschine MK2 controller. I’ve went over different aspects of the controller before but wanted to do a general overview of all the sections, buttons, knobs, etc. This quick tutorial will get you familiar with the hardware so you can dig in and get to [...]
I did a video showing how to save default project templates a while ago, but NI has updated the process since then so I wanted to redo it for those that were getting confused by the old video. This process is useful if you always setup certain things like fx, instruments, or routings, or maybe [...]
One of the things I hear from FL Studio users coming to Maschine is how much quicker it is to lay down a quick beat, since FL Studio has a dope step sequencer. I agree, it’s very quick! And if you like to work this way, don’t fret, you can do it pretty much the [...]
I use the Focusrite Saffire pro 24, and it seems to be getting popular among Maschine users. Well I’d say Focusrite in general, because of their flexible routing and good sound. The first question I usually get is how to set it up to sample from youtube, computer audio, etc. So this is a quick [...]
This is a basic tutorial explaining Maschine choke groups. I think I may have slipped it into another video or two before but wanted to have a video specifically covering this for those new to maschine or those that may not understand why you would use this feature. Many are used to this feature from [...]
One of the first questions I usually get about Maschine is how to make a sample stop overlapping itself, how to make it play only when you hold the pad, or how to make it cut itself off. I know many of you know how to do this, but when you first get Maschine this [...]
This is another tutorial from the software interface overview series that shows the various parts of the sampler and pattern view areas in Maschine You definitely want to be familiar with these areas as you will probably be doing most of your work in these sections. Editing and slicing samples and creating new patterns are [...]
Showing why it’s important to have an audio interface with Maschine and why it’s even more beneficial to have a multi-channel interface. This allows you to do some very easy routing and sampling anything from anywhere including on your computer, through itunes, external sources, and more. I show my setup with the M-Audio NRV-10 mixer/interface, [...]
This video in the software interface overview series takes a look at the header and explains some of the basic controls you will use when operating Maschine This includes the transport areas, file menus, volume control, swing, cpu meter, and other general functions that you need to be aware of when using the product. *you [...]
This quick tutorial shows you how to apply swing or groove settings to the master output, individual groups, or even individual sounds within the maschine sequencer. The ability to apply swing to individual sounds is a new feature that came in Maschine 1.6 Swing allows you to shift and pull the groove of your tracks [...]
This tutorial shows you how to get started by creating your first beat in Maschine. We go through how to start a new pattern, setting the length, adjusting the grid, and starting the sequencer. I show how to get a count-in, start the metronome, and quantize your beat after the fact. This should help you [...]
This maschine tutorial video in the software interface overview shows the various tools found in the control area, this area is where most of your sound design, creation, and manipulation will take place so it’s a good idea to be very familiar with it The control area was changed a bit in Maschine 1.6, please [...]
This is part of a series of tutorials that helps people moving over from the Akai MPC to Maschine. This free tutorial explains some of the terms and ideas that may seem different, but can really be quite similar if they are explained properly. This video deals with sounds, samples, and keygroups as it relates [...]
This is a basic tutorial going over the hardware controller and explaining the various buttons and knobs. It is a good idea to get as familiar with the hardware as possible, as this adds to the workflow, speed, and ease of use for Maschine. The way the controller integrates with the software is really what [...]
This is a quick way you can sample what’s playing on your computer into Maschine using your audio interface and a few audio cables. This may be easier for many compared to trying to find a way to stream the audio from software to software. Basically you’re going to create a physical audio loop taking [...]
This video in the software interface overview explains the basic parts of the arranger area in Maschine The arranger is where you will put together multiple patterns and scenes to form songs or foundations for songs It is important to understand this area as this is how you bring your performance together after you’ve created [...]
This is a basic maschine tutorial video showing how sounds are browsed from the hardware controller. It’s a quick look at how Maschine breaks down the banks and sounds. For instant access to all advanced tutorials, the private members forum, free downloads, and more, join the maschine tutorials membership today. Join Now!!
This is a basic tutorial showing you how to save your projects in Maschine and the various options you have for doing so. Once you get starting with making your own tracks and projects in Maschine, you will definitely want to save them for future recall. This is probably one of the first things you’ll [...]
This tutorial video shows you the different options available to you when you are ready to export your audio from Maschine. You can export as 1 whole stereo file, or export each group or even each sound individually. This is useful if you want to share your tracks and projects, or if you want to [...]
This tutorial shows the basic process of sampling from a record, adjusting the sample, and turning it into a new beat in Maschine This is the basic workflow many will be using when working with Maschine, though it’s not the only workflow, it’s a very popular one as the product is geared towards working with [...]
This tutorial shows the basic controls and features that allow you to chop your samples. I show how to do this manually or using autochop, as well as what settings you need to use to make your samples cut each other off (pads cut each other off) These are common techniques used when composing sample [...]
