The Kawai VPC1 marries a world class keyboard action with gorgeous design, and does so at a relatively affordable price point. Despite a few silly (to me) design flaws, the VPC1 maintains its position as the finest pure MIDI controller keyboard on the market.
TC Electronic Level Pilot Review
I recently made a few small upgrades to my home studio. My old Focusrite Saffire PRO 40 has been replaced with a RME Babyface, and my JBL LSR305 monitors are now accompanied by the larger Yamaha HS80m monitors. I wanted to keep the Babyface’s line outputs at 0dB and the HS80m’s volume knob at 12 o’clock. Unfortunately, this was WAY too loud…so I finally had an excuse to buy the TC Electronic Level Pilot.
441K Harp Gliss Trigger Reference Guide
Installation
To install the Harp Gliss Trigger MIDI FX Script, unzip the downloaded package and move the file named 441K Harp Gliss Trigger.pst to the following folder. You will have to create the Scripter folder if it doesn’t already exist.
The Best Stand Lights for Musicians
Not being able to see your music properly is a terrible feeling. Don’t let that happen on your next gig! Below are three stand lights that offer the best combination of features and value at their respective price points.
The Best Keyboards for MainStage
When shopping for a new keyboard to use as a MIDI controller for MainStage, two important things to consider are action and price. The recommendations below are the best options in their respective price points. All three modles offer superior keyboard action, as well as built-in keyboard sounds for emergency situations.
How to Clean In-Ear Monitors
Custom in-ear monitors are expensive pieces of equipment, and it’s important to keep them clean to ensure optimal performance. The outer shell of the IEM is easy enough to clean. You don’t need any special products. Just wipe it every so often with a slightly damp cloth, making sure you don’t get any water into the canal.
How to Invert Sustain Pedal Polarity in MainStage
Sustain pedal polarity is manufacturer-dependent. Some manufacturers use a value of 0 for “pedal on,” and others use 127. When a sustain pedal and keyboard are incompatible, sounds in MainStage will be sustained when the pedal is not depressed.
Which Mac Should I Get for MainStage?
You’re excited about the possibilities of using MainStage live. You’re excited to get your very first Mac, or you’re looking to upgrade from your current computer. There are so many options nowadays. Do you need a laptop, or would a desktop be a better option? Continue reading for the answers.
The Best Portable MIDI Keyboards
The portable MIDI controller industry is a very crowded space. There are literally hundreds of models to choose from. Here are three of our favorite models for work on the go — one for ultimate portability, one for serious production capability in a small package, and one that strikes a balance between functionality and affordability.
The Definitive Guide to Using Kontakt with MainStage
Apple MainStage and Native Instruments Kontakt have a history of not getting along with each other. Google “Kontakt with MainStage,” and you’ll be bombarded with dozens of support threads without any real solution.