What software can I use to just simply play sounds on the PC using this MIDI Controller? What software (FREE preferably) can I use to just simply play sounds through the PC using this as a basic MIDI Controller/Keyboard? I don't need any editing/recording capabilities (for now) - the simpler the interface, the better. What software can I use to just simply play sounds on the PC using this MIDI Controller? What software (FREE preferably) can I use to just simply play sounds through the PC using this as a basic... » Read More What software can I use to just simply play sounds on the PC using this MIDI Controller? What software (FREE preferably) can I use to just simply play sounds through the PC using this as a basic MIDI Controller/Keyboard? I don't need any editing/recording capabilities (for now) - the simpler the interface, the better. « Show Less
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Sampletank 3 FREE, recently released, will do this just fine. There is a free downloadable piano sample library available, along with synths and other instruments.
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Musescore is open source (free) and has a midi input mode. It has Windows, Mac OS X, & Linux verions.
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Now, this comes with the "Ignite" digital audio workstation which is fantastic and free with this purchase. It is not just a trial version but yours to keep. They even let you download it on two computers! If you bought yours before Ignite was offered, with your serial number, they still might give you a license for Ignite if you ask.
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You can download your free copy of Ignite software from http://www.airmusictech.com/download-ignite, make sure to provide a serial number.
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I would also like to purchase one of these but not until I find a reasonably priced software package.
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Thanks!Now I got this Musescore downloaded, I still have not idea to make my LPK 25 to play any sound.Quick tips?
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You could also download Ableton Live and use the trial version. Unfortunately, the trial version does not allow saving, and it's a big download size, but it's a very powerful application.
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you can get the FL Studio 10 demo for free (demo is full program but without the ability to save...you can export all day though.) the program is as simple or as complex as you want it to be. For me, it's the most user friendly. To make your MIDI work...just go to options..midi options...scan midi devices...select the lpk...click enable, and you're good to go. lol. for the other stuff, just watch youtube tutorials...djignyte makes some good ones.
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Any soundcard with midi input (about of 99.9% of the soundcards in the market)... Moreover, you don't even need a soundcard with MIDI input, since you can purchase a MIDI to USB converter (extremely cheap piece of gear), and plug it directly to the USB-IN of your PC/notebook. If your soundcard doesn't have ASIO drivers, which is common (in mac the drivers are different), you download the ASIO4ALL drivers, which will work teaming with any soundcard at all, and are free, BTW.
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This is a MIDI keyboard controller only- you need some kind of sound module for it to actually make noise. I'm not familiar with Ableton, but my Impulse 61 is fantastic used with Reason and VST instruments in Reaper.
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It is a USB keyboard so a computer with midi adapter running through the computer would work fine. I suggest you look at the Novation SL MKII - I have worked with both the Impulse and the SL and the SL is a much better KB for the bucks. Its the same size and has the Midi outputs your looking for to directly control your Yamaha or any other Midi keyboard. Still has the USB for use on your Mac or PC (does anyone actually use a PC for music production. The SL MKII works very good with Apples Logic and Logic has an amazing amount of sounds. Great production software!!
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You can get a midi to usb cable to do the trick. I have a TASCAM unit that I run my keyboard and mic thru though, because my mic needs phantom power. It came with the cable needed to connect to the PC. The biggest difference would be the price and what, if any other needs you may have.
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It has no onboard sounds, so you will have to run it through a midi sound module or a computer to use it live. It has both midi and USB outs.
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I'd guess that you could export midi from Magix Music Maker but it would playback with the sounds on the Midi machine, which are pretty unhip hop. If you have a tablet another option would be exporting the audio to something like Anytune and use something like AirFlip pedal to control playback /looping.
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Hi,This is a MIDI control keyboard with no sounds. It is meant to be used with a computer and software that would provide sounds.
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No software accompanies this controller. Most music software you buy these days is able to be controlled via MIDI by this device. It's a generic controller.
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You can use a midi controller as long as 1.its powered, 2 you intend to only input midi notes and use the pitch and mod wheels. as for going from one patch to another, its all got to be entered by hand because its analog. But thats part of what makes the sound so great. Limitations with the gear ya use open up creative doors.
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It needs to be plugged into a computer to do anything since it is midi but it does come with a free download of the M1Le syth that you can use to play the keyboard. It allows you to edit the output and layer sounds.
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Any soft with MIDI compare (cubase. logic. etc)Its mean you can use it not only with computer soft if you have MIDI connection and great desire to explore:)
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you will need an interface to record an analog line level signal into a computer. you can hook it up usb from midi with a converter, bit you will only be communicating MIDI signals, not analog sound. That goes for most usb connections between digital keys and OS's. You can control virtual instruments using it as a midi controller but thats not what you buy this for. For example though:you could control the microkorg with another MIDI controller if you want bigger keys, and with a controller with surface control faders /knobs you can assign all functions to those as well. In summary: No it doesnt come with editing software.
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Directly you cannot plug a MIDI keyboard to this. This is purely audio interface without direct MIDI In/Out. You can use it with DAW. NOw if you want to use MIDI Key board then if your keyboard has USB MIDI I/O you have to connect it to your laptop/desktop. Your MIDI will be available in DAW or other MIDI enabled program. If your keyboard has only 5-pin MIDI IN/OUT then you have to get a USB-MIDI interface or a MIDI/IO Card for desktop. If you want more clarification please reply. Thanks.
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You need a MIDI compatible sound program - like Logic, GarageBand, or the like to provide a 'voice' for the unit. It's just a controller, not an instrument in it's own right.
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It's easy to use if you've used other MIDI controllers with your DAW before. The biggest thing that you'll have to learn is about mapping the individual knobs, sliders, and buttons to your DAW if you're not using Ignite which comes with it. Also getting around the HyperControl can be tricky, but Google and YouTube are your friend for that situation.
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Yes you need a computer and a DAW program to use this. This is a midi keyboard so it does not have any speakers. This is used for creating electronic music. You can record on it through your DAW but it won't any other way. There is no headphone jack.