Gearank High Notes
- 2022.05: Equal Highest Rated MIDI Pad Controller
Tied With:- Ableton Push 2
- 2021.06: Equal Highest Rated MIDI Pad Controller
Tied With:- Ableton Push 2
Gearank Recommended
The Maschine MK3 first appeared on our recommended list for MIDI Pad Controllers in our April 2019 edition and it has remained on the list since.
| Website | Source | *Rating Value |
| Mac Pro Video | Hollin Jones | 90/100 |
| The Verge | Dani Deahl | 80/100 |
*Displayed values are prior to the Gearank Algorithm’s adjustments it makes when evaluating the source.
Specifications
- Pads: 16 Large Velocity Sensitive Backlit Pads (Linear Curve)
- Buttons: 16 x Multi Purpose buttons, 21 x Function Buttons, 8 x Solo/Mute/Transport buttons, 13 x Pad function buttons
- Knobs: 1 x Universal Multidirection Encoder Knob, 8 assignable encoder knobs with capacitive touch sensitivity
- Other: 1 x Dual Touch Smart Strip, Dual high-resolution color displays
- Analog Inputs:2 x 1/4″ (line in), 1 x 1/4″ (mic in)
- Analog Outputs2 x 1/4″ (line out), 1 x 1/4″ (headphones)
- Standalone Mode: Yes
- Power: 15V DC power supply (included) / USB bus power
- Connectivity: MIDI I/O, USB Slot, Kensington Lock Slot
- Compatibility: Mac with Mac OS X 10.5, Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8 or 10
- Software Bundle: 8GB built in sample library, 25 GB Komplete 11 Select library
- Dimensions: 12.6″ x 11.85″ x 1.61″
- Weight: 5.9 lbs