MASCHINE MIKRO combines the power and flexibility of MASCHINE software with a fully integrated portable hardware controller.

Clever shortcuts on the MIKRO hardware controller provide quick access to key functions in the MASCHINE software, which are also easily accessed via the computer’s mouse and keyboard.

• Most software functions can be controlled via the hardware , providing a hands-on workflow
• When you're working in your DAW, MASCHINE MIKRO adds a new dimension to your project - explore grooves and rhythms in a fun and intuitive way - just like a hardware groove box
• Total recall of all parameters either in standalone mode or as a plug-in means you can instantly dive back into your project
• Frequent software updates means MASCHINE MIKRO continues to evolve to meet your needs
• 16 highly-sensitive back-lit pads with velocity and after-touch
• One master knob for several software functions
• One high-contrast, 128 x 64 pixel black-and-white display
• 28 backlit pads for clear visual feedback in the studio or on stage
• Bus powered hardware via USB 2.0, plus Kensington lock
• Two modes: XOX drum machine step sequencer and MPC®-style live recording
• Clip-based concept for intuitive arrangement of your project into scenes and songs
• Classic groove box functions such as 16 velocity levels, swing (sounds, groups, global), pad-link and note repeat
• Sample-length and number of samples only limited by your computer's RAM capacity
• Polyphony up to 32 voices for each sound, with choke, legato and glide options
• Powerful slicing via transient detection, fixed grid, or equal splits with automatic pad assignment
• Destructive sample editing (e.g. truncate, normalize, reverse, etc)
• Convenient import of your own samples, REX2 files and MPC® programs
• Vintage Sampling Modes emulating the sound of the MPC60® and/ SP1200®
• Supports up to 24-bit/192kHz audio when using a high-quality audio interface like KOMPLETE AUDIO 6
• An easy–to-use browser lets you tag your own imported samples and gives you instant access to any sound from the extensive MASCHINE library.
• MASCHINE MIKRO's built-in effects section contains a powerful arsenal of studio-quality effects to shape and supercharge your sound.

MASCHINE MIKRO is the perfect entry into the world of MASCHINE, giving you tactile, hands-on control for beat production, sampling and performance. This latest addition to the family has the same powerful software and 6 GB+ sample library as its big brother, as well as the same responsive pads on a more compact and portable controller. MASCHINE MIKRO makes a perfect addition for any production setup - get hands-on with your rhythms and grooves both in the studio and on the stage.

MASCHINE MIKRO is a professional music production tool, combining the flexibility of software with the immediacy of hardware. Create rhythms, bass lines, chords and melodies, and build tracks on-the-fly with the intuitive, clip-based sequencer. MASCHINE MIKRO also gives you a high-performance sampler, professional effects and full support for VST® and Audio Units™ plug-ins. What’s more, you can also run MASCHINE MIKRO as a plug-in in your DAW. If you are a user of iMASCHINE - NI’s on-the-go beat sketchpad for the iPhone and iPod Touch – you can import your iMASCHINE projects to MASCHINE MIKRO to finish your ideas in your home studio.

More than 6 GB of production-ready samples, patterns, and effects for all styles, with drums and basses plus dynamic synth and instrument sounds – many created by renowned artists and producers – and a range of dynamic studio-quality effects are included. Select sounds using MASCHINE MIKRO’s super-simple browser and start playing immediately.

MASCHINE MIKRO gives you direct access to your favorite Native Instruments or 3rd party VST or Audio Units plug-ins, to further expand your instrument and effect arsenal. Start your collection with the free copy of KOMPLETE ELEMENTS (delivered via download after product activation), with over 1,000 stunning sounds – all seamlessly integrated and fully browsable in MASCHINE MIKRO – and discover even more with your included $30/25 € e-voucher redeemable in the NI Online Shop.