MP-7 MIDI Routing and Controls
2011-11-11 by ackack1020
So, firstly, thanks to everyone on here (both current and past posters). I've learned a ton by delving into the archives here, and found many helpful posts. So far I have two questions I can't find answers to; 1. How do I properly connect a hardware MIDI synth? (Keep reading...) I found these links: http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/xl7/message/21979 http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/xl7/message/19580 http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/xl7/message/20026 http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/xl7/message/20115 In my case, I have a Novation KS4 hooked up. MIDI Out of the KS to the MIDI In on the CS, MIDI Out B of the CS to the MIDI In of the KS. Local Control on the KS set to Off, and Rechannelize input to track dest set to Always (in the CS MIDI Menu). I can successfully play the KS keys to trigger it's own sounds, record in realtime and step mode, and set the channels appropriately while in 4 part multitimbral performance mode on the ks (under the pattern menu as explained in the above threads). My problem is that while in Grid Record Mode the key I press on the KS isn't selected as the input for the grid. I don't understand why that is, as the other record modes work fine. 2. Can anyone point me towards a step-by-step guide as to how to insert a Program Change at the very beginning of a pattern. I've scoured the manual, and grasp the concept of sending a CC#32 followed by a bank change and a program change (I think...), but can't figure out where in the CS to do this. Cheers to all for the help so far, and I'm loving the hands on approach to electronic music with this box!