Native Instruments just updated their popular Maschine drum machine software to version 3.1. This marks the first change of 2025 after they completely overhauled the platform last November. The previous big update brought stem separation, better MIDI editing, and a fresh instrument library. The latest changes feel smaller but add things users really want. You can create and save your chord banks with the new User Chords system, making it easier to build interesting progressions. Plus, the standalone app finally works in fullscreen mode.
The company also shared their plans for the rest of 2025. During the first quarter, Maschine+ hardware will see improvements to the Maschine 2 software running on it. These updates fix bugs and add new effects. Users will also gain the ability to change sample rates and buffer sizes for better compatibility. Around mid-year, Maschine+ will finally run Maschine 3 software with Kontakt 8 support. Many musicians will love the upcoming bounce-to-audio feature, which lets them use more demanding instruments.
Native Instruments plans to expand the Maschine+ library throughout the year. They'll add new Kontakt instruments, including their Play Series sounds, to the lineup. Beyond what they've already announced, several free feature updates will hit Maschine 3 software during 2025. The company seems committed to keeping both the hardware and software platforms fresh with regular improvements.
The Maschine 3.1 update works on computers running Windows 10 or newer. Mac users need macOS 13 or higher to run it. Anyone who has already bought Maschine 3 can download this update for free right away. This continues the trend of Native Instruments supporting their products with meaningful upgrades rather than charging extra for small improvements to existing tools.
The company also shared their plans for the rest of 2025. During the first quarter, Maschine+ hardware will see improvements to the Maschine 2 software running on it. These updates fix bugs and add new effects. Users will also gain the ability to change sample rates and buffer sizes for better compatibility. Around mid-year, Maschine+ will finally run Maschine 3 software with Kontakt 8 support. Many musicians will love the upcoming bounce-to-audio feature, which lets them use more demanding instruments.
Native Instruments plans to expand the Maschine+ library throughout the year. They'll add new Kontakt instruments, including their Play Series sounds, to the lineup. Beyond what they've already announced, several free feature updates will hit Maschine 3 software during 2025. The company seems committed to keeping both the hardware and software platforms fresh with regular improvements.
The Maschine 3.1 update works on computers running Windows 10 or newer. Mac users need macOS 13 or higher to run it. Anyone who has already bought Maschine 3 can download this update for free right away. This continues the trend of Native Instruments supporting their products with meaningful upgrades rather than charging extra for small improvements to existing tools.
