MASCHINE has been upgraded with several new and improved features, making the process of perfecting your beats simpler and smarter. Integrating the flexibility of computer-based music production with the hands-on creative clout of MPC*-style hardware, the upgraded MASCHINE Groove Production Studio is the next step in beat production. Once you touch the hugely playable controller, the slick, intuitive, and immensely fun workflow takes over, allowing you to stay focused on what matters—the groove. MASCHINEs blending of classic feel and cutting-edge makes it the perfect standalone tool whether you are performing at the club or working at home with your DAW. Standalone Groove Production Incorporating the iconic strengths of the MPC, including the intuitive pad layout, 16 velocity levels, Note Repeat, and the ability to import MPC files, MASCHINE then breaks free of hardware-only limitations. Its supreme workflow means you can go from a rough sketch to professional production in no time. New Levels of Host Integration The easy-to-arrange sequencer, intuitive sampling, re-sampling, and slicing features, and fully integrated FX and automation keep you on top of your production. Plenty of deluxe sample ammunition is provided via a staggering 6GB of drums, synths, percussion, strings loops, and more, and you can easily hook up your existing gear to MASCHINE—it finds a home in any setup.MASCHINEs immense versatility means it also excels when working with your existing studio set up. Need to freshen up an idea from your DAW? Open MASCHINE inside your project and sequence some beats. Got a good groove flowing in MASCHINE? Drag-and-drop sections, loops or full tracks directly into your DAW as either audio or MIDI. Add professional effects and processing directly from the hardware controller for full control over your sound. Combined with MASCHINEs vast library of kits and loops, many of which have been prepared by renowned beat-makers, artists, and sound designers, and you have a powerhouse capable of revolutionizing your studio productions.Perfect for Live Use Set MASCHINE loose in a club or live environment and itll tear the joint up with its heavyweight punch. Its super-sturdy build, premium pads, and knobs are perfect for performing in uncompromising conditions, and with the complete visual feedback provided by the screens and backlit buttons, MASCHINE thrives free of mouse and keyboard control. Use MASCHINE live as a solo instrument for performing your own productions, or sync it up with other gear with the minimum of fuss. Whats more, you can instantly switch into MIDI mode and use it as a controller for any other software—such as the tightly integrated TRAKTOR PRO DJ software.This new version of MACHINE sees over 50 new and improved features as well as a massive 1GB expansion of the sample library, included improved workflow, extended DAW integration, and an overhauled sampler functionality. Current owners of MASCHINE can download these latest upgrades for free.*MPC is a trademark of Akai Professional, L.P. and used with permission.