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What
is a MIDI Interface, where can I get one, and how much do
they cost?
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MIDI interface is a device that lets your midi instrument
or keyboard communicate with your computer. The midi interface
interprets the incoming or outgoing MIDI data so your midi
device(s) and computer can work together.
MIDI
interfaces can come in a variety of styles and configurations,
and can range in price from $40 up to $600 or more, depending
on just how big your MIDI setup is. From single port interfaces
to multi port interfaces, there is pretty much something
for everyone. More advanced MIDI interfaces support SMPTE
sync and generation, as well as various other methods of
syncing with video and audio. MIDI interfaces can be connected
to your computer in a variety of ways - whether it be through
the parallel printer port or serial port on your machine,
or through your joystick port on your soundcard. Be sure
to check out our Guide to
MIDI interfaces to determine what interface is right
for you.
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is MIDI?
How
do I make a MIDIFILE?
How
do I connect a MIDI keyboard to my computer?
What
is a MIDI Interface, where can I get one, and how much do
they cost?
What
is a sequencer, and why should I use one?
What
are the different sequencers, and what are the differences
between them?
Should
I be using a Macintosh computer or a PC to sequence music?
Are
there any software packages available for printing out notation
of my music or midifiles?
Can
I convert a MIDIFILE to a WAV file?
Can
I convert a WAV file to a MIDIFILE?
Help!
I'm hearing 'double notes' when I play something on my keyboard
into the sequencer!
What
does 'multitimbral' mean?
What
is 'polyphony'?
What
is the difference between a sampler and a synth?
How
do I make a midifile play on my website?
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