YAY!!! I bought a MIDI keyboard!

First.... cool!

Now.... what sort of midi output does it have? is it USB or the traditional midi 5 pin plug?

If it's USB, you need a usb cable to connect it to the computer. It may need drivers for it to work properly. They might be on the disc or you can generally DL them from the mfg's website.

So I googled it: you need to go HERE and get the driver you need. It does look to be a USB connection.

Once you get the correct drivers installed, MC5 should recognize the KR49 and it will show up in the midi devices list.

Have fun... or if you have more questions....

So you got the Ableton Live software disk, but no disk for the Keyrig software?
The 49 is advertised as plug and play (with older operating systems), but you will probably need updated drivers for your newer system.
What devices show up in the Options>MIDI Devices list?

Got it working! Now to figure out how to go about working the thing.
I do NOT seem to have the Key Rig FX studio thingy shown on the front of the box. But it is controlling sounds.

Yup! That's for sure. I do see all of these lovely instruments that came with the program and keyboard, I am just baffled now on how to get to use them. Again, it is all a learning process. Luckily I have more time for the next month than I have had previously, so I should be able to fiddle with this more.

you have touch sensitive keys.... very nice. wish my dx27 had that.

for drums, you need something like Band in a Box OR Jamstix ...either will create the tracks for you.

The choices you have are:

1. create your own tracks in PRV or Staff
2. play it on the keyboard or get a midi kit
3. use an AI program like BB or JS
4. hire or beg a drummer

Carl I.


Figured out how to record. Gotta be honest, I am not liking it too much. Am I right in thinking that the way to do the drums is to actually play them on this thing? If I hit the key off time, then the beat is off time? If so, I have to say I prefer just clicking the piano roll display.

One way to do drums is to actually play them on your controller, yes. Understand that your controller allows you to play your softsynths real time. So if you play the notes off time, they will be recorded off time. I like to pound out drums on my controller, particularly hand drums, but I also keep the metronome running. If you prefer to lay out your drums using the PRV, that's fine.
Use whichever method is most comfortable or efficient.
 

I'm also finding that the kepboard isn't as loud as the actual program. Plus, the volume on the keys change depending on how hard I am hitting the keys. I can see how this is a benefit in many cases, but I really have to clobber these keys to get full volume.

I think what you are seeing here is the difference between control and defaults. Unless otherwise directed, notes entered in the PRV will be at maximum velocity(and as such, maximum volume). And yes, to get maximum volume with a velocity sensitive keyboard, you may need to really whack the keys.
You should be able to adjust the velocity range on the controller itself. If the controller is set to a lower value, such as 64, all of the notes will have a lower velocity. You may have an option to override the velocity sensitivity, if you choose to.
Most synths, including drums, respond nicely to velocity by introducing vairations in tone and timbre, even variations on the attack.
Don't be afraid to clobber the keys. I'll range from featherlight strokes to savage attacks on the keyboard. You won't hurt it.
Check your manual, and learn what adjustments you have available.
Once you get a feel for it, your controller can be a great way way to play your softsynths.

cool!
I also want buy one~



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