Can't input chords via MIDI controller, why?
Whenever I try to input notes via my MIDI controller (Korg microKey25), I can't manage chords - just single notes. I either arpeggio chords or enter singly by mouse or keyboard. Most of the time it's ok that way as I can't figure notes out at such a speed as I need a MIDI for. But occasionally I do come up with phrases that are easier to input via MIDI.
I asked Korg about this and they say this controller should work fine inputting chords and Musescire might need adjustment and advised me to try on Garageband - a software I can do nothing with. Also I tested with Finale and Sibelius and it does work, that is I can hear and enter chords.
So, here I am asking some Musescorer to guide me through this predicament. I really appreciate.
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Currently MuseScore is limited to entering single notes from a MIDI keyboard.
The program is really designed to be operated from a computer keyboard, and there is actually very little advantage in using a MIDI keyboard for note input.
I'm not sure why there is this limitation, but I suspect it is because there is noone on the programming team who understands the nuts and bolts of MIDI well enough to implement it.
IMO it would be a very useful addition to MuseScore, so please feel free to open a Feature request for this.
And I agree with you - Garageband is useless for producing notation.
In reply to Currently MuseScore is by ChurchOrganist
Now, I see the reason why. Thank you so much for letting me know. Yes, I agree a MIDI keyboard helps little except when trying key modulations. Well, I'm sticking to Musescore anyway, so might as well get hold of an extra mini-keyboard to cover its shortcomings. Oh, much as I wish to I have no idea how to "open a feature request". Kindly guide me how - thanks.
In reply to So, that's what it is.... by wye shimamura
Go to forums on the right top of the page and then "feature request".
Pls. download the midi router software.
so that you could input chords immediately.
my setting
Roland A-49 usb midi kb, Windows 7, Musescore 1.3
just d/l the file attached, hope it will work for your system.
In reply to Pls. download the midi router by dds
Thanks for the tip. Too bad, it doesn't work. Mine is MacOS10.9 Mar. May be one for Mac?
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