Native Instruments Maschine Getting Started

2. Press Button 4 to select STEP and access the Step Grid’s resolution setting.
Now the pads represent the various resolution values available. The available resolutions
are indicated on the right display. The selected resolution is also highlighted on the right
display and the corresponding pad is lit.
3. Press any pad to select another value.
7.3 Save Your Work!
Again, it is recommended to regularly save your work. You can then open another Project or
close MASCHINE and take a break. Your tutorial Project will be recalled as is the next time you
open it.
To save your work in the MASCHINE Software:
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Press [Ctrl] + [S] ([Cmd] + [S] on Mac OS X) to save your Project.
To save your work using the Controller:
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Press SHIFT + ALL to save your Project.
7.4 To Sum Up…
In this tutorial, you have learned to:
▪ Switch the controller to Step mode.
▪ Use Step mode to record Patterns.
▪ Record modulation in Step mode.
▪ Adjust the Step Grid resolution.
Once you feel comfortable with these few tasks, proceed with the next tutorial, where you will
discover how to build a full arrangement for your song!
Creating Beats with the Step Sequencer
Save Your Work!
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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