Problem with MIDI using X1b QF and Axiom 61

I hardly ever use midi, except in the "simple instrument" mode. With 8.5 I never had latency problems around 128 to 512.
However using mid1 with X1 for the first time, I have a latency problem of maybe a half second or so between keyboard stroke and sound while recording.  Also when I play back I only hear ever other note or ramdom notes.
Im sure Ive set something wrong as all has worked well before today's try using X1.

Im using an Axiom 61 keyboard.
Id appreciate someone using Axiom keyboard to advise me on where to look for problem.

I use RME fireface and have both Sonar and FF800 on 128 buffer setting. (have tried 64 with same problem)

Thanks,
Jeff

better solution was to "bypass the effects bins"
I will find out "which" effect was the culprit later.
Guess it's always best to lay down any midi "before" mixing....if ya want workable latency.
Lesson learned today....

Jeff

If you have PDC plugins in the project another option is to use the PDC override feature. Click teh PDC button on the control bar and any live inputs will not be delay compensated so they will have no delay.

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