Connect And Record Your Keyboard or Piano: Complete Step-By-Step Video Course

Want to record the sound of your digital keyboard or piano? Or do you want to know how to use it as a MIDI keyboard controller? If so we created a whole series of step-by-step videos showing you exactly how to do that. Whether you just want to make scratch recordings with a simple audio cable, or see how to use a professional recording interface. We have also got links to more resources and all the equipment and hardware you will need to get recording!

One of the great benefits of getting connected is it will be really useful if you want to learn to play piano or keyboard. Hearing yourself play, and being able to use interactive software will help you make rapid progress.

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The video lessons below have been broken down into individual guides for Windows Laptops, iPads and Macs. Most things are the same, but there are some differences depending on where you want to connect and record. If you want then the last video on the page is a link to the entire playlist

To record your keyboard, you will need the correct cables and leads, and you may need an audio interface.

To use your keyboard or digital piano as a MIDI Controller Keyboard you may need a MIDI Interface or an audio interface. with MIDI i/o. Check your keyboard/piano as you may be able to make a MIDI connection just using a simple USB lead.

If you enjoy this very basic introductory course then the next step will be to move to something a little more advanced. There is a great, and very inexpensive, course on Udemy, Record Audio Like A Pro which will take you to the next level. The world of home studio recording is an exciting one, but there is a lot to learn, so every little helps!

Phew! We covered a lot of stuff there. Don’t forget to go back to the top of the page and check out any equipment you might need! And if you have any comments, feedback or questions then please share your thoughts on our YouTube page.

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