Native Instruments Maschine User Manual

The Saturator in Classic mode in the Control area.
Classic Mode – Parameter Description
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Mode Selects between Classic, Tape, and Tube saturation modes. All
other parameters vary according to the mode selected here.
Input Controls the input gain of the effect. Increasing Input will also
increase the amount of compression performed on the audio
signal.
Contour Determines how closely the Saturator responds to the input
volume. Higher values create a more distorted sound.
Drive Adjusts the amount of distortion introduced by the Saturator.
The Saturator in Classic mode on the controller.
Tape Mode
The Tape mode emulates the soft compression and pleasant saturation induced by recording to
analogue magnetic tapes. It can be used lightly to add warmth and coloring to the sound, or
heavily to add aggressive distortion.
Effect Reference
Distortion Effects
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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