Can you play your own instrument in Magix???

anizza wrote on 8/3/2010, 6:26 AM

I JUST bought Magix (Magix 16 Premium) , I really like how it works but since i am totally New to it, my question is ( might sound stupid to you experts) but is it possible to put in my digital piano to play and record it in the program??
I have a casio CDP-200R and i connect it to the pc with an usb cable...so what kind of options do i need to change in the program??
Pleaaaaaaaaaaaaaaase help meeeeeeee!!!

thx thxx in advance

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Former user wrote on 8/3/2010, 8:45 AM

Hi anizza,

if Your operating system knows the device(driver) it should be no problem. MMM 16 should also detect the device, but it is strongly recommended to read the manual of this software so that You can use it properly. Please, read the manual.

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Procyon wrote on 8/3/2010, 8:47 AM

Absolutely!

However, since MMM is not a full DAW, it may not have all of the functionality as if used with a DAW. For instance, MMM will not respond to pitch bend or modulation wheel commands (in MIDI). I don't know if it will for other VST plug-ins or not.

To record the sounds from your keyboardyou need to connect the AUDIO OUTPUT from the keyboard to the AUDIO INPUTS of your sound card (blue jack). Then, make sure that the soundcard is listed as the recording input device in Window control panel (Sounds...) and in the program settings in MMM ('Y' key, Audio/MIDI tab).

However, to use the keyboard as a MIDI controller via the USB connection...

If your keyboard is set up and recognized by your computer, you're already half way there. All you need do is make sure that the keyboard is listed as the recording input device in Window control panel (Sounds...) and in the program settings in MMM ('Y' key, Audio/MIDI tab).

But then, you must go into your Casio keyboard's settings and set it to Local Off so that it will act as a MIDI controller. This will turn off the sound coming from the piano.

Good luck!

nihon94 wrote on 8/3/2010, 8:47 AM

Hi,

Welcome to Magix Community.
I love Magix Music Maker Premium though I do not use Piano but some guidance for you.

As your piano got usb connect it to the computer then turn on your Magix Music Maker and check this link to watch a tutorial that will expalin easily what to do?
You should check for your answer
Advantages of the Premium version
http://www.magix.com/us/music-maker/classic/tutorials/

Later you can watch full video if you like.

I hope it will help you.
If you need any further help regarding MMM 16 premium feel free to contact.

Thank you
nihon94