Native Instruments says MikroMaschine (http://macte.ch/NVb0T), a new entry into the world of its popular groove production system, is now available in stores worldwide. With its compact controller, “Maschine Mikro makes the acclaimed tactile and intuitive music creation approach of Maschine available at a significantly reduced physical footprint and price” [US$399], the company adds.
Maschine Mikro includes the full-featured Maschine software with its e pattern-based live and step sequencing, VST and AU plug-in hosting, real-time audio recording, sample editing and advanced multi-effects. With the latest 1.7 software version, it also provides integration with the instruments and effects in the Komplete 8 and Komplete 8 Ultimate bundle.