
The hardware layout was unchanged from the previous model, and was available in either black or white.

Maschine Mk2 was available in either black or white, and features a removable magnetic top-plate and knobs for further color customization. Additionally, 3 knobs related to volume, tempo, and swing were replaced with a single jog wheel and 6 buttons.

Mikro also lacked Maschine's built in MIDI connectivity. Maschine Mikro Mk1: Introduced as a lower-priced and more portable option in the Maschine product family, Maschine Mikro featured 16 pressure sensitive pads, a single LCD screen, a single knob, and 28 buttons.

Alongside the USB connection, Maschine also featured a MIDI input and output to connect to compatible gear externally. Maschine Mk1: The original Maschine featured 16 pressure sensitive pads, 11 rotary knobs, 2 LCD screens, and 41 buttons.There are currently 8 different hardware variations: The hardware is not limited for sole use with the Maschine software, but is also compatible with Native Instruments' Traktor DJ software, and music production software such as Ableton Live and FL Studio. The controller is powered and connected by USB, with each variation featuring 16 pressure sensitive pads and back-lit buttons. The Maschine controller is designed like a drum machine, similar to products like the Akai MPC. Maschine consists of a controller that connects to the included sequencing software, which can be installed on any compatible computer or laptop. Maschine ( German for machine) is a hardware/software digital audio workstation developed by Native Instruments. If you bought a NI product second hand, you have received a Transfer ID from the seller.Hybrid hardware/software digital audio workstation by Native Instruments You can find the installers for these products here: Some discontinued products from older KOMPLETE bundles are not available in Native Access. Installers for Legacy Products From Older KOMPLETE Bundles If you need to download a product installer for an operating system that is no longer supported by Native Instruments, click on one of the links below:

Legacy Installers for Older Operating Systems All current product installers are downloaded and installed directly from the Not installed tab in Native Access as explained in this article.
