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[Video] NI Maschine MK2 Stand & Custom Kit Install

When Native Instruments announced the new Maschine MK2 and the Maschine Mikro MK2 a few weeks ago, they also released a set of cool accessories to make your time with the unit more enjoyable. Native Instruments has just produced the new Maschine Stand which brings the unit up and angled for better ergonomics, and a Custom Kit that allows you to change the color scheme of the Maschine MK2. The full written review of the Machine MK2 is still on the way, but you can check out my quick HD-Video install of the new NI Stand and Solid Gold Custom Kit after the jump.

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[Video] Electrix Tweaker Released!

Electrix has just released the new Tweaker DJ and Production MIDI controller with lots of intuitive backlit buttons and an all-metal chassis for durability. The Tweaker is compatible with Traktor, Ableton, and Serato Scratch Live right out of the box while super-users can map the controller to any DJ or production software of choice. Mixware.net has brought the Electrix brand to the US and they will be sending a unit my way for a full HD-Video and written review. Check out our rundown video, the full press release, and links for more information.

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[Video] Maschine MK2 Unboxing & First Impressions

The New iterations of the Native Instruments Maschine and the Maschine Mikro is now available in stores worldwide and at the NI online shop. We're talking about the new Maschine MK2 and the Maschine Mikro MK2 that has some upgraded mulit-colored pads, better screens, and better overal ergonomics. Also included in this upgrade is the new Maschine 1.8 software which works with the new color-coding system and provides a better workflow. We have a Maschine MK2 in the lab for a full HD-Video review. Check out my Unboxing & First impressions video in the meantime to see what you get in the box.

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Native Instruments IMSTA Festa in NYC

The Native Instruments team will be on-hand at the IMSTA Festa in New York City on this coming Saturday to display their new Maschine MK2 and the Maschine Mikro MK2. The new iterations of the popular Maschine music production station come with the new 1.8 software and Stoni Cooper will be there to demo the units while DJ Endo will work the S4 and F1. The event is totally free, so if you are in the NYC area on Saturday, go check them out. Registration Links and address inside.

[Video] NI Releases New Maschine & Maschine Mikro

Native Instruments has just announced the new generation of the Maschine that is set to hit store shelves on October 1st. The Maschine MK2 and Maschine Mikro MK2 will now both be available in a black version and a white version. The new Maschine & Mikro versions will also get new pad upgrades which have increased pad sensitivity and multi-colored backlit for better visual feedback. The new Mashine MK2 setups will also get redesigned displays and a new software version 1.8 that is available for free download to current Maschine users as well. Check out the video, pricing, and details inside.

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NI Maschine & Maschine Mikro Price-Drop!

Give your beats the pro-grade tools they deserve. MASCHINE and MASCHINE MIKRO are the weapons of choice for producers and DJs worldwide. Now, with a huge, limited time price drop, it’s time to step up: Get MASCHINE for only 399 $/€, and MASCHINE MIKRO for only 249 $/€. This offer ends August 31st, 2012, so don’t delay - visit your local retailer or the NI Online Shop today, and join the worldwide beat elite.

Drum Sample Broker Flash Drives

Our good friends over at www.hiphopdrumsamples.com has sent us a few examples of their newest products called the Alkota Beats Drum Sample Broker Flash Drives. These Flash Drives come in many different shapes that audio industry heads will recognize immediately. The Flash Drives come in the shape of the MPC-2000XL, the SP-1200, the TR-808, and the Yamaha NS-10. They are all 16GB and they all come in at only $39.99 each. Check out the Flash Drives and the other items available at The Drum Sample Broker after the jump.

Mostly Robot Supergroup Performs with NI Gear

Native Instruments has constantly delivered excellent DJ and Production hardware and software that performers all over the world has accepted with open arms. A few of those performers have now come together to form a new supergroup called Mostly Robot that uses a range of Native Instruments products in order to achieve musical harmony. Mostly Robot consists of DJ Shiftee, Jamie Lidell, Mr Jimmy, Jeremy Ellis, & Tim Exile. Check out the video and press release inside to get a glimpse of what they're all about.