In this post I am going to look at how I created my first drum track. I have included a video that covers all the steps from starting with a blank project in your recording software to programming your first track. If you want to follow my steps then I recommend you download the printable […]
Test Your MIDI Device On Windows or Mac: Our Complete Troubleshooting Guide
Sometimes it can be really hard to be sure if your MIDI keyboard controller or other your USB-MIDI interface is working correctly, particularly if you are using it with complicated software. My suggestion is to separate the two things! Test that the hardware is working OK first. Use your computer’s control panel then test the […]
Choosing The Best MIDI Keyboard Controller For Your Studio
A very common question: which is the best MIDI keyboard controller? Choosing the right MIDI Keyboard will depend very much on your own circumstances. Below are a number of things to think about, followed by a list of the 10 most popular MIDI controllers if you already know what features you are looking for. The […]
What is MIDI? Our Ultimate Guide To Music Software’s Most Powerful Tool
The whole subject of MIDI can be very confusing when you are setting up your first home recording studio. Here are 11 really common questions we get asked. What is the difference between MIDI and Audio recording? What does MIDI stand for? Where did it come from? What does MIDI actually do? What are MIDI […]
How to Connect a MIDI Keyboard to a Computer
Your complete quick guide to connecting your keyboard. If you are just starting out with your home recording studio set-up, the first thing you may wish to do is find out how to connect a MIDI keyboard or digital piano up to your computer. This will enable you to use any interactive MIDI software products: […]