Maschine Mikro MK3 - FIRST IMPRESSION REVIEW

So... Native instruments just announced the Maschine Mikro MK3! I got my hands on a unit and this is me, taking a first look at it and talking about the positives as well as the negatives.
I am a long time, heavy Maschine user so my perspective is really not from a beginners standpoint in this video.
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[@RedMeansRecording]

good review dude, thanks for being honest.

[@AccurateBeats]

Thank you man!

[@JamesSteerIsAwesome]

I've wanted an affordable way of getting into the Maschine workflow for a few months. As someone with no experience of Maschine, the Mikro MK3 will be a great way of doing that. I think the negative comments about this device are from people used to its big brother and I agree, why would you reduce your functionality if you already have the bigger Maschine but if you're just starting off, you won't miss anything.

[@AccurateBeats]

This is a great comment! I think you’re absolutely right with this one. Maschine mikro MK3 is created for people who wants an affordable way to get into the Maschine world. Not for users like myself. It is a great value considering the power of the software!

[@RoomAtTheTopStudio]

James Steer it's not just users of the bigger Maschine who are commenting negatively. If you already have a mark 2 then I can't see a reason to ditch it for this. Actually if the mark 2 is on sale for cheaper it actually makes sense to get a mark 2 to enter into the Maschine system. The pretty cosmetics doesn't really make this an upgrade in my opinion

[@JamesSteerIsAwesome]

true and if I already had the MK2 I probably wouldn't upgrade either, but for me as I am going for my first Maschine and as they currently both cost the same where I am, my preference is to go for the bigger pads and expression bar that the MK3 provides.

[@Sparrowash97]

Exactly dude, if your new to maschine I would recommend it, especially with the cool stuff you can do with the touch strip. I've got the mikro mk2 and full MK3 but I still believe this is a lovely piece of hardware, even if personally I've outgrown it's features

[@ohkamimusic8815]

Great review, especially love the editing👊🏻

[@dmanh5144]

As a Noob with pad controllers, I do appreciate your straight-to-the-point description of this unit. I bought one last year and I needed a sense of what its good for so now I'm just going to get to know it and the software for it. Other KZbinrs made this thing out to be a complex mystery so I avoided learning about it. You went right past all of that, thanks again.

[@sERVEONE116]

Love ur reviews man... love the unboxing camera angels lol

[@Sparrowash97]

Looks slick as hell, I'm the same as you when it comes to beats through, I like to get lost in the hardware with little to no use of my monitors. I still have the MK2 micro and she's always been a gem, it's what got me to fall in love with bestmaking and sample based production, shame they changed it but it's a different device that provides different benefits and drawbacks!

[@MattiasHolmgren]

Excellent review Accurate, yeah I'm also too in love with the features offered for sample editing on the Maschine mk3. =)

[@AccurateBeats]

Thanks! I know, this is not a device for us. I still like the fact That NI is working on stuff like this for new users. It’s a really impressive piece of hardware. Thanks for watching man :)

[@prod.byj.r.m.3454]

Great vid, i've had the old mikro for some time now and I've been wanting to upgrade to the mk3. this helped lots.

[@AccurateBeats]

Thanks! Glad I could help

[@imerriweather1]

Great review. Love your honesty. I’m new to this. And I’ve been making beats on my iPhone8 with iMaschine2. Right now this is a hobby and I think the MK3 mikro is going to be perfect for me. Plus it’s small enough to hide from my wife! LOL

[@AccurateBeats]

Haha, thats always a good thing! Yeah, the next step for you could definitely be Maschine Mikro MK3. As long as you have a computer that can run the software you should be all set!

[@samprock]

Great you get your hands on it right away to show us, liking your vids much! can’t wait to see it in action - without MK3 screens. As you said not for sampling, while that’s not my target use. I do like minimize space, but will be looking to automate one parameter at a time with single encoder. Either on Maschine tools or NKS. Would appreciate if you show if its easy to go between parameters and manipulate. Yes, while looking into computer screen or smaller laptop. I got Mikro Mk2 few weeks back, menu too cryptic. Returned, got full MK3, but it’s huge to the setup I’ll am using it. I love it as it is all great unit, intuitive flow. But don’t need an embedded audio interface and if can do the same job with one encoder without 8 I’d be happy

[@AccurateBeats]

Thank you! I’ll make a video, showing off some of the stuff you’re talking about but I can tell you this: If you’re ok with using the computer a little to load effects and change between the modes you’ll love the Mikro MK3. Recording automation will feel a bit strange at first but I’m sure you’ll get the hang of it soon enough. Thanks for watching

[@AndrewTSq]

2 LCD screens is like $5 in cost, so not sure why they did not add them to this... i will keep my MK2, but may look for a mk3 (non mikro) 2nd hand in the future.

[@thegroove2000]

Makes sense if you have invested into the Native Instruments eco-system. Even as beginner who wants to see and experience it for themselves.

[@AccurateBeats]

My point exactly. Well said. Thanks for watching

[@octacorazza]

Great Review, thanks for the info. Do you think it is useful for doing liveloop?

[@xaviersandrinedemay6396]

Great review!!

[@AccurateBeats]

Thanks

[@chriskali1470]

Nice surprise... Im waiting for the Maschine MK4 ;)

[@stainesjohn5491]

@Accurate Beats Any idea when NI will anncounce Midi mode? Great vids by the way :)

[@KaitavSapreMusic]

Thank you for this great video. Very good comparison. I liked Mikro MK3 quite a lot and I think it is great for what it is made for. For $249 one cannot expect audio interface or high-res displays. I would have loved a bigger display, but I think since you've got to use it with computer, it should not be a problem to work with the software.

[@AccurateBeats]

Right!!

[@tryhardclips5669]

HELP!! I can’t get audio sound on my drum pads except for the 1st and 2nd pad, can you pleAse help me out. I put kick, hi hat, snare on each individual pad and load each beat to them but no sound on the 3rd and 4th and so on....

[@faces316]

Super dope review sir. Im hoping NI bring out a Maschine Studio mk2

[@duncancoleman8403]

great video, looking to get one, combined with an audio interface, to start making some beats. would love a standalone sampler, but can't justify the cost at the moment. Start with the Mikro first

[@smackdownosnap2112]

Mines not working can u help me plz when plug in. it comes on the shuts off can u help me is it broke?

[@umanoid1523]

Good review. I’m an old Maschine adopter from mk1. Ive never upgraded my box and it’s been in storage for a few years. NI left it in the dust a long time ago as well and to be honest I’ve always been more comfortable with mouse and keys. BUT I like the option of pads when making beats. I spent a year or so learning the maschine workflow to see if I could make it work with my Ableton workflow and found it got in the way of me making music. I do have some investment in NI software which I use less and less but would like to start using again. I’m hesitant with buying any NI hardware since I’ve been burned by NI before with KORE the “ future “ of NI which they promptly abandoned and resurrected as their keyboard software with less functionality. Maschine seems to still be a huge part of the NI family so while I’m hesitant this looks like a good option for me. I don’t chop up samples much (and if I do I use Ableton) and I’d have easy access to my NI library again. The pads are still great. I like the control ribbon and chord features.The price is reasonable. While i would miss having the knobs easy access from the larger maschine I think I can live without them.

[@BennyFade]

Great video. I got a Maschine mk2 mikro to mess around with. Not shure yet if I should get the micro or the big one? It’s still a workflow thing, using Ableton and Maschine is kind of unusual.

[@alaster33]

Great video I just go one second hand , but when i plug it in the lights flash then nothing it goes off again , when i plug into my PC it does the same thing and the pc does not register or acknowledges it to my knowledge ?!? I am hoping its because i have not registered it yet or downloaded the software ...will yours stay lit up with just plugging into an interface?! Many thanks 🙏

[@mariusgroche9888]

Yo homie i need ur help can u tell me how to connect my audio spintable with my mk3 maschine so i can sample direct to it?

[@RS-bw5we]

Thx for the vid 👍🏿 Question: You uploaded a vid where you tested the Expressive Touché tool. But I cannot find it anymore. Have your managed recording anything with it? I'm going crazy trying 🙄 Many many thanks

[@AccurateBeats]

I just used it in a alive stream and ran into some problems with it.- I rarely leave my live-streams as videos on the channel so I’m now planning on making a proper video on the touché. I use it much more than I thought I would - I think it’s amaizing. The software for it is very cpu intensive so that’s kinda hard for me with a 5 year old MacBook.

[@RS-bw5we]

@@AccurateBeats Many thanks for the fast response. You will make me a very happy guy, when you produce an extra vid for this tool. Cause it's REALLY productive and you can do sooo many creative things with it. But as already mentioned in my last comment, it's just not possible to record the created sounds. So.. Many many thanks in advance 🙏🏿

[@PhantomViper]

with this maschine can i make a sample from another synthesizers?

[@Ambitiouz_mindset]

Can you use this chord mode to play the session guitarist electric sunburst or even shreddage 3 Stratus?

[@KnockSquared]

Hes so Accurate ;-) Dope vid bro !

[@AccurateBeats]

Thank you man :) Long time fan

[@user-uj2vm1yt1z]

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[@alexshdvideo]

Thank you for posting. So getting a MK3 Mikkro as a first step sequencer/drumming would be a decent/fun purchase vs dropping $400 for the MK3? The $250 is a lot less to risk than $650 on a new thing...

[@skripnigor]

Great b-roll work 👍

[@AccurateBeats]

Thanks! I did put a little work into t actually! Glad someone noticed!

[@DMRCapitalHill]

This channel inspire me to be a better musician, I don’t even use NI but I have so much respect for people who do

[@AccurateBeats]

Thanks! Cobwebbed m comments like these makes me want to make more videos and keep putting stuff out. I'm glad to be in a position to inspire!

[@DMRCapitalHill]

One video of his inspired me to make a whole album and it’s coming out soon! It’s called “Influences”

[@hailnarii4239]

I love that machine!!!! It's my favorite!!!! It's fits my personality!!! I’m quite sure it fits others as well.

[@iThinkWeGotIt]

Can you still use the pads to manual chop?

[@mortisreginaable]

i’m looking into making beats, do you guys have any suggestions for what software and hardware?

[@consequenciasinimaginaveis6901]

very good review. I wil save for buying the full size controller. I'm a big fan of natives hardware.

[@666Eddie123321]

thanks for your review. would you get the mikro or save up and get the mk3? i dont know if the mk 3 is 'too much' and i would be equally happy with the mikro. :D 🤔

[@MrMakemusicmike]

Less screen on the Mikro. Save and get the MK3.

[@David-mi3il]

Would be nice to see you making a beat with the Mikro, Big up

[@AccurateBeats]

Coming up!

[@AndriaLiana]

Beautiful video, thank you ! Can you use it as a midi controller in your DAW (without using Maschine 2) ? I can't find the template, but do you think I could use the mikro mk2 template ?

[@AccurateBeats]

liana ANDRIAMANAMISATA thank you! Native Instruments has t released any information at all about the midi functionality of Mikro MK3... I’m still hoping that it will get a midi mode but no one knows... Right now it only works with the Maschine software unfortunately.

[@velanche]

I have a Komplete Kontrol S49 MK2, and the Maschine Jam. Since my workspace is limited, this version of Mikro will be able to compliment the other two. I’m more of a keys guys than a pads guy, but having access to velocity-sensitive pads make this a good companion. This would be my use case.

[@AccurateBeats]

Good idea man! I just hope the Mikro MK3 will be able to run on the same instance of the software simultaneously as the full size one. I tried using the (full size) Mk1 and MK3 on the same computer... It instantly switched one of them to midi mode... I’m not sure how this’ll work.

[@velanche]

Accurate Beats I’ll be sure to let you know, for sure! I had a different controller over a year ago, along with Maschine Studio and Jam, and all worked well. I know that NI touted KK MK2 to work with MK3, so my guess is that there should be no conflicts between those two and Jam. I’ll let you know, once I get it and try it.

[@RoomAtTheTopStudio]

@@velanche I use the Jam and the Mikro mk2 alongside Komplete Kontrol mk2 and for me it's the ideal NI studio set up. That's why I didn't get Maschine mk3 last year. I just added Komplete Kontrol to my set up and I was good. I don't see any reason that would hinder you doing the same

[@velanche]

Luke Kage Good to know! Might be a month or two before I get the Mikro, so for now I am using MIDI mode to use Maschine in Logic and record beats on the fly; I spent last night learning and testing that out. For now, using the keys on the KK will do....but I’m gonna want to have some pad action to have more options.

[@travisbickle9745]

hey, great video! one question doe: can you use the Mikro also with Ableton, especially the pads to make a beat?

[@AccurateBeats]

as of right now Maschine Mikro MK3 doesn't have a midi mode at all. I'm really hoping they'll update that after the proper release omg the market.

[@travisbickle9745]

that's so disappointing...

[@yousuketanii2690]

Arigato!

[@klvAcosta]

This unit works for me for 2 reasons, first, I’m new to Maschine, second.... I travel a lot, and when I say I travel I mean I’m always on the road, I live on the road then spend just days at home, so this is perfect.

[@inspector-tech]

Firstly, good review. One of the best so far on this MM V3. I don't really care much for the NI software & will be buying this primarily as a midi controller. With that being said, how's is the midi functionality implemented? It's it easy to use this to control, say Ableton Live? (& not use the Maschine software)...

[@AccurateBeats]

Thank you! Yeah? There is a reason I’m not mentioning the midi functionality at all. In the beta version of the firmware that is available right now there is no midi option implemented at all. I guess (hope) they’ll have some midi functionality for this one when it’s released but as if today: we don’t really know. Good question, thanks for watching!

[@inspector-tech]

@@AccurateBeats Will that's a deal breaker for me. Let's hope they sort this out by release time. Would be a pretty stupid decision to leave it out indefinitely in my opinion.

[@mickekling]

Great review, I just bought my own Mikro MK3. Is there a way to copy the Pad-sound from one Pad to a Pad on another Group just using the Mikro MK3? I tried to follow the instructions from the manual (p.191), but I didn’t get it to work.

[@JBintheplacetobe]

Hi Mikael, I'm also a Mikro user and I've had the same question. My conclusion is there isn't as on the Mikro you need to use shift simultaneously to copy and to go to another group. Via the software though it's super easy. Not as elegant, but does the job. Hope that helps!

[@MRSTU1210]

does it work with traktor z2 mixer?

[@randalllawkin]

Cool thanks

[@AccurateBeats]

Thanks for watching

[@soulsynthesisrecords]

The problem with entry level maschine products is that they are less intuitive than their larger counter parts. I really struggled with mikro but the mk3 is so much easier, with the studio likely being more user friendly again. I like that people can jump on the system for a cheap price though and it is easier to learn the software first I think

[@godonholiday]

does this have to go through an additional hardware interface? or just plugs into your laptop?

[@Marrcello]

Just plugs into your laptop

[@jessehernandez3680]

I think you'll still need your audio interface because the mikro mk3 dosent have one built in

[@AccurateBeats]

It just connects to a computer over USB. Then you could just plug a pair of headphones into your computer and make beats. To be able to get good quality audio recorded into the software though, you’ll need an external audio interface.

[@spectralknights2]

I think micro mk2 is better bec it has bigger screen.

[@pixsled]

There are some better features in the mk2 and better features in the mk3

[@Matlirpas]

Hey Great Video, I've been enjoying your videos on the last couple of weeks because, I'm interested on your style of beat making and have been thinking about making my own beats. I'm not the biggest fan of working with softwares, so i wanted to know your opinion in which gear i should get to start with a price around U$600

[@CatLover-g7j]

A used MPC 1000 or a 2000XL would be best. But I truly advise the MPC Live.

[@Matlirpas]

thanks man, gonna take a look into it

[@CatLover-g7j]

@@Matlirpas You can Google " Used MPC" You can get the Live used already . Get a MPC. No question. Thank me later. :)

[@Matlirpas]

UBF BELT HOLDER yeah I’ll believe in you I heard only good things about the mpc

[@RoomAtTheTopStudio]

Lira whether you are using a DAW or the MPC "software" you still have to use a software system to program your beats. A stand alone device means you can work without using a computer but you still are working with software. At the end of the day it's all about what will suit your workflow. You get a lot more sounds to start off with when you get a Maschine product but it soon weighs down your CPU if you are building a lot of beats. Old MPC's don't give you as many sounds so you will have to sample but less strain on the CPU is a big plus. Saving to external drive on both devices is a must. Personally I prefer the Maschine workflow but MPC is still a great workflow and may well suit you more.

[@mercybarno9397]

Would love to be able to get this as my first Native product, by just connecting the MASCHINE Mikro to my Computer with the MASCHINE software, (with headphones connected to my computer, that would be okay/good enough, right?!

[@AccurateBeats]

Sounds like a great option for a beginner! :D

[@ukbullybeats]

Honestly, they should be concentrating on delivering us the big software update that's LONG OVER DUE. Customers, like myself who have been heavily invested with Maschine for years and years, have been requesting features to no avail. They haven't dropped a big update since 2.0 was introduced what 4-5 years ago? To compete with the other big names they need to focus on getting the software up to speed and where it needs to be. Such as adding audio tracks, better Mixer (maybe real send and return tracks?) better automation, and drastically improve that god awful sequencer. In 2018 why can't I record drum mutes on the fly? or why can't I drop an MP3 into the software? C'mon NI more hardware? REALLY? Yeah the new Mikro MK3 is good for entry level and live performers... Sure but come on, lets's keep it 100 here, there isn't much difference in size between that and the full size MK3 and if your going to be needing an interface you're going to need to travel with the full size controller anyway! If you are a Maschine user like me, Love the system, love the workflow but hate the limitations. Like this comment if you want to see a solid software update instead of these new pieces of hardware. Good honest review anyway Accurate! Love the honesty! Keep doing your thing mate salute...

[@CatLover-g7j]

Get the Live. Smile later..

[@AccurateBeats]

Thanks man! I tried to be as honest as possible :) I also agree with some of your points here. The software could need a little tlc and some features needs to be added... I’ve grown into the hardware/ software and adapted to a degree where I don’t even think a lot about the shortcomings any more. But you’re right. This hardware isn’t meant for users like us and I wish they did things like this AND updated the software at the same time. Let’s see what happens next. I doubt there will be a new studio version and if the Jam gets a MK2 that’s not gonna be much different. Next focus should logically be the software, right? Thanks for watching man. I really appreciate comments like these!

[@L0upyb0y]

Maschine 3 has been confirmed, tho keep in mind that it's not meant to be a fully-fleshed out daw, but more like a tracker/live sequencer on steroids. If you want all those lacking features, you can integrate Maschine in Live 9/10. To me, better automation could be a thing in 3.0, but audio tracks? I mean, what's the point in a sampler software? Sure, I'll be as happy as everyone else with every big update, only if it doesn't slow-down the software.

[@ukbullybeats]

Loupy Dautyy Confirmed? where? Not by NI. Not by open letter, or on the forums. Nothing is confirmed as of yet.

[@ukbullybeats]

bangbang300 Yeah we all thought that last year when they released the MK3...

[@conorm8]

If I bought a machine mikro MK3 and plugged it in to my laptop what would happen? Would I need to buy a DAW seperately to be able to use the maschine and see what I'm doing on screen? Or does it come with its own software that I just install once I buy?

[@AccurateBeats]

Maschine is a harware/software hybrid. You get the machine software with the purchase and it all works perfectly together. You might need an audio interface to route your audio in and out with pro quality but it also works with a pair or normal headphones connected to the computer.

[@mattbowe2352]

@@AccurateBeats Can you go from computer to audio interface to a mixer/PA to use the drum machine part live while playing with a band?

[@L0upyb0y]

Question is: with this new update, the price for mikro MK2 will probably soon drop, so what's the point in investing in mikro mk3?

[@StereogasmSounds]

the price of the MK2 is superior to the MK3 (weird right?)

[@pw6002]

I just love the comfort of a computer screen for editing my samples and so on. I perfectly understand the need of standalone products on stage, but in the studio? I have my doubts on that. And please don't tell me: "I want to make beats in the train". Who does that for real?

[@AccurateBeats]

Haha! Right! I just prefer being able to do a lot of the creative, beatmaking part without using the computer screen... I do that enough on my day job.

[@pw6002]

Accurate Beats Fair enough! 🙂

[@bigsoulja6094]

Hey I'm thinking of buying the new mk3 mikro as it comes with the maschine software(never used it before). I'm using fl studio for trap beats but I'd like to try something new and get more into old school hip hop sampling. I ve seen a lot of people using maschine for sampling but I can only afford the mikro series...should I go for it or for the akai mpd226 which is more cheaper?

[@AccurateBeats]

There is no comparison between Maschine and an MPD. Maschine has its own software that is just as capable as FL and more. MPD is just a midi controller... With Maschine you’ll have to learn a completely new workflow and a pattern based sequencing system that’s a little complicated... If you have the time and the patience needed I’d definitely get a Maschine Mikro MK3! It’s an awsome controller for an awsome software. Thanks for watching the video man!

[@bigsoulja6094]

Accurate Beats Thanks for your reply and keep up the good work. I think I'll go for the mikro mk3. Do you have any tutorials for beginners on how to use the maschine software? And is it easy to chop samples with the mikro mk3?

[@beatz04]

Buy the Mikro MK2 instead. The Mikro MK3 doesn't even come with the full factory content (only 1,6 GB vs. the full 9 GB the MK2 comes with) nor Komplete Select. Plus the MK2 has a bigger display and Midi functionality (which the Mikro MK3 lacks completely).

[@bigsoulja6094]

beatz04 what do you mean by it lacks midi functionality? Is it only made for the maschine software and can't be used with other Daws?

[@gorillabeats8040]

Does this work on fl studio

[@slowflowlowlow]

no screen ? ok what about the audio interface? that would have made it way better

[@AccurateBeats]

I guess hat would drive the price up too much. It would be nice though :)

[@toMusic-vh1yp]

For someone like me just starting out, this is perfect. I will probably use my mouse and keyboard anyway. And the $250 USD price point works great for me. Will you do a review of the new expansion Infamous Flow?

[@CatLover-g7j]

Get a used MPC 1000 or 2500. Do yourself a huge favor

[@AccurateBeats]

Glad to hear it. This is not for everyone but it sounds like it’ll fit you pretty well :) I have other videos coming up actually. I’ll not cover “infamous flow” right now. Thanks for watching!

[@repoman5581]

Ive bought and taken back the mk3..the mikro and now the mpc studio... tried to justify myself having a mk3 but thought too much that I only had a glorified preset browswer and spent too much money ..so tried the mikro and mpc (mikro) studio.... now I will buy another mk3 because the mikros are fine but more menu diving and harder for me to see the tiny screen and search for one function that takes more clicking shift and another double use button and found that it just gets too complicated for me...the mk3 seemed very easy to start with.. one click and you are in keyboard mode...one click back to drum mode..octaves right there and track change also one click... so justifying myself spending 350 more than the mikro is well worth it now...I just hope the shop doesnt ban me from buying anything from then again with my neurotic tendencies :)

[@DanielIvan707]

the Mikro and Live is a beast together

[@timmyelite2951]

I have been looking to purchase my first Maschine but for the price of a Mikro Mk3, I could get a Mikro Mk2/Full size Mk2

[@timmyelite2951]

@bangbang300 Thanks

[@noahwallaart]

Would you guys recommend me maschine or mpc, I want to try to make more sampled beats but I also make the occasional trap beat

[@myheart2joy588]

what is the unit behind him next to the turntable?

[@AccurateBeats]

from the left: Arturia DrumBrute Impact - Turntable - Traktor kontrol Z2 dj mixer - MPC Live

[@KaitavSapreMusic]

I realized something. If you see the product lineup carefully, they have introduced Mikro MK3 as a companion for A-series keyboards. So, for $400-500 (which is less than Maschine MK3 and S-series keyboard individually) you get a Maschine controller and keyboard. Both of them do not have big displays and are made for work with the Mashine software.

[@AccurateBeats]

Yup. That’s the plan of it all. Different mindset from the “don’t look at the computer screen” but still a great value and a nice solution for newcomers:)

[@KaitavSapreMusic]

@@AccurateBeats Yes, exactly. I am planning to get Mikro MK3. This would be entry into the Mashine world. Would you recommend it over MK2? :)

[@AccurateBeats]

Oh.. that’s a hard question. The Mk2 allows you to access way more stuff from the hardware but it’s much easier to just use the software for those functions. If you’re ready to use the computer a bit I’d recommend the MK3 over the Mk2 any day of the week.

[@KaitavSapreMusic]

@@AccurateBeats Thanks for the helpful answer. Yes, I wouldn't mind to use it with computer. I would be keeping it next to the MIDI keyboard on my desk. One last question - Does Mikro MK3 support external audio sampling/recording?

[@AccurateBeats]

As long as you have an audio interface that can handle the incoming audio it’s just a matter of telling Maschine to sample from that input. Simple stuff :) You can even start the recording of a sample from the hardware but editing is done on the software. Everything you can do on the full-size Maschine MK3 can be done on the software, thereby also with the Mikro MK3 connected :)

[@countblainer]

That tiny oled display is a joke!! I love everything else about it though.

[@AccurateBeats]

It is a small display but again It should be used with the computer screen as a part of it. The form factor, the quality, design and price though... Amazing

[@viviansutherland2169]

Is it metal or plastic?

[@jamieslocks1822]

Is it sad that all i want are extra pad sets to attatch to my mashine studio so i can play 2 or more groups at the same time?

[@AccurateBeats]

Hmmm... there should be a lot of midi controllers that armed capable of that? Just any set of pads but assigned over midi?

[@jamieslocks1822]

@@AccurateBeats ehh, its not the same. I want something as integrated as the maschine is but can be, say, set to group b when your main unit is set on group A... can play and record to both groups at the same time. A midi controller becomes problematic as mascine uses a type of midi that is way more expansive than standard, making using it with anything midi either super tedious or super restricted (which is why the vst is crap for it)

[@DopamineOverload]

Good, honest review, Accurate. The update to Mikro MK3 actually does let you chop samples from the hardware. HOWEVER..... the customizable MIDI mode is gone. No Controller Editor support. Fixed midi assignments on the buttons and the encoder, and fixed midi notes for the pads (and only one "page" for the pads). 2020 EDIT-- it has Controller Editor support, now. Good. To anyone curious-- go with a used Mikro MK2 (ideally with a software license transfer). Or, go with a used Maschine MK2 (with software license transfer). Only a little more money ($160 used on average these days. The Mikro is $100). They're removing too much from the new hardware.... HUGE mistake. The older controllers are better, and WAY more functional, MIDI-wise (perfect for general MIDI use... or DAW control, using Reaper, Logic, etc). Even a Maschine Studio is only $225-300 used, these days (often with license transfer included, too). Worth every penny. Mikro MK3? Nope. Pass on it.

[@DopamineOverload]

@Harry W The Studio's getting even more love, these days. Still as powerful as ever. It's better to go with the older controllers. The MK2 gives you two screens and 8 encoders. The Studio gives you two color screens and 8 encoders, and a jogwheel with 6 different pages to do whatever you want (not just with the Maschine software). The older controllers are good investments, in my humble opinion.

[@MakingMadBeats]

Pretty useless imho. MASCHINE has always been marketed as being able to look less at the computer which fails with the mikro. Maybe this unit can be useful for someone that wants to perform with it live on stage. I use the displays of my MK3 all the time and they are the biggest workflow plus to me.

[@tehjohnsonite]

I'm mainly thinking it might make sense as a companion to the Komplete Kontrol MKII keyboard, if you need the pads and have the screen. Similarly to what the new A-series keyboards might be for the Maschine MKIII

[@AccurateBeats]

As I said in the video I don’t think this is a product for people like you and me. For people that hasn’t ever used Maschine before I think this is a great option to start out with. There are people who wants to use the mouse as a part of it all and combine it with pads and such... I think this is a device for them. Hard to take that perspective though :) Thanks for watching!

[@Dispositionist]

a big part of it is... for beginners, or someone who took a hiatus and ditched all gear and software... this is a decent controller with free software for 260. who else offers that? the most basic producer version of FL is 200 alone, and Ableton is way more.

[@CharlieZelenoff]

MPC Live all day...and night!!

[@CatLover-g7j]

Exactly. Dr. Dre can tell you that.....Well, he uses the 3000.

[@gotmilk3123]

#FACTS

[@AccurateBeats]

I love to MPC Live as well but money wise that’s just on a completely different level.

[@CatLover-g7j]

@@AccurateBeats A used 1000....Dirt cheap. A used 2000XL is not expensive and the 2500 can be found for under 1k.

[@paega86]

I don't get it, why call it Mikro when in fact you need more gear to use it than with the standard MK3... Good review tho, thanks for awesome videos!

[@AccurateBeats]

Thanks a lot!

[@murtasma]

Can you please do a review on the actual Maschine software? Information about the actual software is very limited. Most of the reviews I've seen only talk about the hardware.

[@AccurateBeats]

I know... there are way too few videos out there on the Maschine software. I might get around to do that some time. Thanks for the tip!

[@beatz04]

The Mikro MK3 comes with WAY lesser software than the Mikro MK2. Only 1,6 GB compared to 9 GB that the MK2 comes with, also no Komplete Select.

[@uhldev]

Have you ever tried the Octatrack Mk 2?

[@AccurateBeats]

Actually no. I never get any replies from Elektron on my emails.

[@Estica-Music]

if you want the Pads i guess it's ok... that tiny"tiny" screen actually scares me;) fair review. t^

[@AccurateBeats]

Thanks, I dis my best to make it honest and.... Accurate :p Yeah, the screen size is nothing to write home about it it’s actually more helpful than I thought... Thanks for watching the video!

[@RoomAtTheTopStudio]

Not really my thing. The mark 2 is better in my opinion. I have it already and see no reason to upgrade to the mark 3. Nice introduction to it but just like you it's not for me

[@jr2music]

i bought mikro mk2 2 days ago in offer, i dont know this was coming. u think that mk2 has better workflow? When i see this notice of new mikro i understand the offer....i almost returned back the mk2 :/

[@RoomAtTheTopStudio]

jr2music Good thing you didn't return it.

[@AccurateBeats]

YwH, it is a hard comparison between the mikro mk2 and the mikro MK3. The MK3 definitely looks better to me and the pads on the MK3 are so much nicer. It’s kinda weird how they decided to not include some of the functions from the MK2 though. If you’re happy with the mikro mk2 I really understand why you’d wanna stick with it.

[@RoomAtTheTopStudio]

@@AccurateBeats I am genuinely disappointed with the new Mikro but I suppose in a way it will actually sell the mark 2 so NI aren't missing out. Great overview of the Mikro by the way. I am sure that you will be able to demonstrate it in an upcoming video very competently for the newbies to Maschine and get some great results. Keep up the good work

[@AccurateBeats]

Nice! That’s great! I never learned to use the mikro mk2 like that but I’ve always been more into the full sized versions myself. Glad you’re happy with it. If you like it and you know it: keep it :)

[@arthatis]

Sweet intro

[@djPositive]

I read somewhere that it doesn't have midi mode (?yet). Is it true?

[@AccurateBeats]

It is true for now but we still don't know about what might come in the future. Im just hoping for some nice midi functionality :D

[@djPositive]

thanks for response. Yeah, it can be added and i feel they probably will, but i asked because i did consider using it as midi controller for traktor mapping. Weird that it doesn't include it out of box, seems a little bit rushed.

[@AccurateBeats]

Yeah, I don't know what happened there but I also guess it'll be added. It would be strange of them not to include it at all.

[@StereogasmSounds]

seems like a downgrade from the MK2

[@StereogasmSounds]

they removed more features than they added. You get a few more buttons, which are nice, but you could access them in MK2 with a modifier button (such as the shift). You also get a new touch bar (a bit gimmicky tbh). But besides that, you lose the ability to fully produce a beat without ever touching you computer. You can't edit samples, you cant use the rotary encoder on a lot of parameters that you could previously access. They even lowered the price! Overall it is a cheaper unit (both from the building and user point of view

[@StereogasmSounds]

the ideal Mikro MK3 would be similar to the MK2, with the new buttons, all the old functionalities a newly updated small LCD screen. That would have been perfect

[@stainesjohn5491]

Can u use it as a standalone midi controller?

[@AccurateBeats]

Not yet but NI has announced that it will get midi functionality. That’s awsome :)

[@stainesjohn5491]

@@AccurateBeats Any idea when that will be? Great vids by the way 😁

[@mattryan6886]

Bought a machine mikro mk3 from FB marketplace for 100$ thought wow that’s a great deal, then I found out you need the machine software to actually control the unit, w/o it the unit is basically a 100$ paper weight. Tried to buy software separately and found out On forums N.I is very weird and will not sell licenses separately for used gear............. I just sent N.I support an email and found out that they are finally selling machine licenses separately now for customer’s!!!! Yay!!’ I can finally use this thing and not have an expensive paper weight in my studio.

[@samyoe]

I might just get the MPD218 until I can afford the actual MK3

[@xxxglorpxxx]

I feel like most people are looking at this the wrong way. The mikro looks intended for someone who wants heavier integration with their computer, rather than doing it entirely without even looking at a screen like in a standard maschine mk3. The marketing seems kind of weird with them focusing more on it being smaller or less expensive when it seems more like it's just intended to function totally differently.

[@AccurateBeats]

I think you’re right. This is definitely more for that type of user.

[@CainaanDC]

Honestly I dont like it . They should come out with a stand alone version. I still support NI though but this is unnecessary in my opinion

[@klausherbert3040]

They obviously won't ever come out with a standalone version

[@Marrcello]

I hope standalone will be real someday.. or else!

[@thegroove2000]

Stand alone is the one.

[@andrewnibbi]

If they ever gave me a stand-alone full Maschine MK3 with the screens and all, I don’t care about money. I don’t care about anything, I would just need to buy one.

[@samuelsmall8449]

Truth

[@Heathcliff_hensel]

I don't know why NI doesn't embrace Touch screens the way Akai and Pioneer have.

[@AccurateBeats]

Yeah, that might seem weird. I’m actually glad they hasn’t. I personally prefer to use knobs and sliders over touch... but that’s just me. Thanks for watching

[@L0upyb0y]

Some of us don't like touchscreens, so it's great to have both options on the market ^^ ...I mean, mikro MK2 and MPC Standalone of course.

[@Heathcliff_hensel]

Accurate Beats How do you like the MPC Live is it fun?

[@AccurateBeats]

I love it :) The standalone capability is fantastic! But I still dont want Maschine to get touchscreens :p

[@Heathcliff_hensel]

Accurate Beats cool fair enough

[@MrOuija-rr8kq]

Should of added more knobs if they were going to make the screen so small. I know they can afford some more knobs and still keep it cheap

[@AccurateBeats]

Yeah, I’m thinking three knobs in total could be doable. One for selecting stuff and two more for adjusting values. Filter/ resonance Start/end of samples And so on...

[@poet215]

Think I'll stick with my MK2 :/

[@Marrcello]

Yes me too.

[@baserocks1]

Straight up (travis scott voice)

[@BonesTheProd]

same! Its not a big enough upgrade for me to shell out more money an a new piece of gear when the mk2 works just fine!

[@judgementu8771]

I have the mikro 2 wouldnt sense get this i just get the mk3

[@Peat030]

But I guess money is a factor for some people

[@softeyez6700]

we need sp404 beatmaking video

[@AccurateBeats]

Yeah I know :) That is coming up in a few weeks. :)

[@theswampling]

But if you have a Komplete Kontrol S49 MK2 plus the Mikro, thats a perfekt Match!

[@benjydp5262]

my first 'bitchen on native' cirtique as a NI fanboy , they shouldhave spend less money on this an make bigger screens on the s4 MK3 and make THAT a few 100,' cheaper ;-) :)

[@AccurateBeats]

Hmmmm.... I’ wanna get my hands on the S4 and see how I feel about those screens. You might be right but I’m not sure .j

[@synct]

The only good thing about this is getting another 16 pads to add to an existing Maschine setup. Otherwise it's a total waste of money.

[@andrewnibbi]

Synct the Mikro was never about adding to an existing Maschine setup. It’s meant either for people on the go or for people who don’t wanna drop $600 on a whim. A complete Maschine setup is really only a MK3 and a Jam; the Mikro is not for that use case.

[@synct]

That's funny, because Jeremy Ellis, who is employed by Native Instruments and is one of the best finger drummers on earth, seems to disagree with you. ask.video/course/maschine-virtuosity/25-25-syncopation-paradiddles-and-fills

[@AccurateBeats]

I hope this will work like that... Together with the full size MK3, on the same instance of the software but let’s see how they go about that in the new (not beta) version of the software.

[@CatLover-g7j]

Seriously....Get the MPC Live if you want to make beats and be able to take it literally ANYWHERE!

[@Notellu]

Pretty sure that people aren't selling beats that were mastered inside of the MPC Live. If standalone units were all the rave, pro studios would be all about it.

[@CatLover-g7j]

Do you have ANY......ANY knowledge of beats and the history of the MPC? Since the MPC 60 the MPC has been a PRO studio staple and has produced the MOST #1 Pop hits in history over ANY other piece of gear. The list of # 1 albums produced on the MPC is endless.....95% of ALL 90s beats were made on the MPC. Beyonce, Tibmerlake, Dr. DRE!!! Do some simple research and realize that MOST of your favorite RADIO and underground beats were made on one of the many versions of the AKAI MPC. PS. I was a head Engineer at Exstasy Recording and The Enterprise Burbank....EVERY room used the MPC. What is Dr. Dres beat machine?? The MPC 3000. He uses 6 of them. Scott Storch uses....The MPC 2000XL. PLEASE LOOK UP HIS #1 HITS. All on the MPC! =) Have a nice day. FL sounds like shit.

[@steveperry7799]

Dude,.Are you even slightly serious? Every professional A Grade studio has and uses the MPC. Have you seen the MPC X?? Do you know who Scott Storch is? YT videos of him and look up his hit list....He is using the MPC and has for 20 years. And UBF is 100% correct. Dr. Dres albums were all made on the MPC...Same as the Bestie Boys and all 90s hip hop. Do you like Pac and Biggies beats? All of them come from the 2000XL. I recommend you get one. Learn your musical history.

[@RoomAtTheTopStudio]

@@Notellu I prefer Maschine to the MPC but even I will have to side with the MPC gang on this one. MPC has history in the music business since the early 90's with the MPC 60. I used it in my first hands on production, some of the biggest tracks from the 90's straight up to present day were created on an MPC. Maschine has a lot of catching up to do

[@Notellu]

@@RoomAtTheTopStudio Like I already said, you will still a need a computers processing power to completely finish a track. Period. How many FX do you think a standalone unit can handle? How many instances of a 3rd party VST do you think a standalone unit would be able to handle? All of these tools, MPC, maschine, are just there to help get ideas out faster.

[@VillyMarlou]

I think the purpose of the unit is mainly for travel. I dig it but it's not for me.

[@menelaos2554]

0:00 what?

[@MehoyMenoy13]

im too broke for a mk3 plus ive never used any of the maschines before. plus i already have a universal audio apollo twin so i think the mikro works best for me since i have no space in my bedroom with all my guitar gear and audio gear lol

[@AccurateBeats]

Haha! Good luck man!

[@BenelyBeats]

I WOULD'VE LIKE TO SEE YOU PLAYING WITH IT (PAUSE) INSTEAD OF A VERBAL REVIEW

[@AccurateBeats]

That’s coming in a few days :)

[@theoriginalheartstrummer]

I honestly don't understand why people wanting to get into it wouldn't save up for a couple more months and get the full mk3. It's so much better. Standalone is what they should have been spending their time developing.

[@AccurateBeats]

Well... Money is more of an issue for some than others I guess... I doubt NI will release a standalone Maschine but if it happens at all I really think we’ll have to wait for a long time :/ Thanks for watching

[@vinylselektaz6475]

Creating an Mikro MK3 was unnecessary. They should’ve focused on creating something that’s standalone.

[@monomakes]

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