How to Filter Volume Control in MainStage

If you’re using an expression pedal with MainStage, it’s usually mapped to MIDI CC#11, which controls a channel strip’s expression dial. While this method technically works, it’s not the ideal way to control volume in MainStage. The proper way to use an expression pedal is to map it to control your concert’s main outputs with a range of -∞ dB to 0 dB.

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How to Use a Mono Output in MainStage

In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to set up a mono output in Apple MainStage. While most modern virtual instruments are designed to be used in stereo, certain situations may require you to fold the mix down to a mono output. There are two ways to set up a mono output in MainStage.

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