Native Instruments Maschine Reference Manual

MASCHINE 1.5 Reference Manual – 91
5.1.2 Page 2: Pitch & Swing
The Pitch & Swing Page of the Group Source Tab on the hardware
The Pitch & Swing Page of the Group Source Tab on the software
Pitch
tUnE
This parameter provides tuning for the Group as a whole:
all Sounds of the Group will be tuned together. Dial it to
the right to get a higher pitch and to the left to get a lower
pitch.
Swing
amoUnt
Groups can have an individual Swing value independent of
the Global Swing settings. Swing allows for rhythmic shift-
ing of a Pattern where the rst note in a series plays up to
twice as long as the one that follows, creating a “shufed”
feel. This effect is also found in vintage drum machines
and is often used in Chicago House and some Hip-Hop
styles. Increasing this parameter increases the strength of
the effect. Swing is a function better heard than described!
CyClE
This determines on what musical resolutions the Swing is
applied. The default value is 1/8.
InvErt
This Button allows you to invert the Swing function so that
instead of a long note followed by a short note, the oppo-
site is true.

Native Instruments Maschine Specifications

General

Weight	4.85 lbs (2.2 kg)
Pads	16 velocity-sensitive pads with aftertouch
Connectivity	USB, MIDI In/Out
Software	Maschine Software
Compatibility	Mac and PC
Power Supply	USB powered
Audio Interface	No built-in audio interface
Sequencer	Yes, pattern-based sequencer
Sampling	Yes, integrated sampler
Effects	Yes, includes a variety of effects
Encoders	8 knobs with LED ring indicators
DAW Integration	Yes, works as a plugin within most major DAWs