Using a PC Keyboard as a MIDI Device in any VST Software
There are often times when a musician wants to create, yet does not have an instrument around. Fortunately, with MIDI and the right software, this is not a problem. While a computer keyboard does not have the same expressiveness as a quality MIDI instrument, it is always with your computer and can get the basics down in a pinch. Also, since MIDI can be used for more than notes, mapping MIDI to your keyboard can help speed up music production and automation.
- Computer with a MIDI-compatible VST host application
- MIDI Keys application (Mac)
- MIDI Keyboard application (PC/Mac)
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Instructions
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Download and install the software. For the Mac, you can use MIDI Keys or MIDI Keyboard. MIDI Keyboard is a java application that works with Windows as well, so make sure you get the proper version for your operating system.
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Configure software. Depending on which application you are using, there are different ways of using your keyboard to produce the notes you desire. Refer to the instructions on how each one works to ensure everything is set up as desired.
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Use with any VST Host. Both applications should work with any VST host application and sequencer.