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eclips1
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I was wondering if anyone is farmiliar with, or using a guitar midi controller? I'm thinking about getting one and I was wondering how they work? Or better yet how WELL they work.
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oneArtist
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eclips,
I have a POD Pro modeling amplifier which has MIDI, SPDIF, and analog connections. It also comes with Sound Diver software by Logic Audio. I've successfully transfered the Sound Diver files from the POD into my computer, but I really havn't taken the time to play with it much. The idea is to be able to record all kinds of classic amplifier sounds directly into the DAW, or some use it live. I still don't know everything Sound Diver does, but it is a $200 Logic software program. I did discover that MIDI travels in channels like a TV tuner. There are 16 channels.
That's not much help, but I can't say what I don't know.
Chuck
I have a POD Pro modeling amplifier which has MIDI, SPDIF, and analog connections. It also comes with Sound Diver software by Logic Audio. I've successfully transfered the Sound Diver files from the POD into my computer, but I really havn't taken the time to play with it much. The idea is to be able to record all kinds of classic amplifier sounds directly into the DAW, or some use it live. I still don't know everything Sound Diver does, but it is a $200 Logic software program. I did discover that MIDI travels in channels like a TV tuner. There are 16 channels.
That's not much help, but I can't say what I don't know.
Chuck
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eclips1
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Thanks for the response. I am a beginner @ guitar and I was looking to compose my music in my sequencer and tell the guitar what to play(note placement, length, velocity, ect...). Basically all the things I can do between my sequencer and other modules, but with a real guitar( module guitar sounds do no justice to the instrument ).
drstawl
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The better ones work quite well. You still have to get used to a slight delay as the analyzer has to have some sample to figure out the pitch. I recommend the Axon Neural Net. Others here like the Yamaha.
I don't know anyone that likes the Lyrrus.
I don't know anyone that likes the Lyrrus.
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gervis
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eclips,
i have a roland gr-30 guitar synth that is absolutely awesome. any type of sound is available, all fully programmable with arpeggiations, and other abilities available. i am, however, experiencing difficulty in loading the instrument definitions into my computer, but when it is finally configured right, i will be able to use the controller to play any midi sound loaded onto my computer. i think roland is the premier guitar effects company (my opinion of course)- there is also now the
gr-33, the updated version. they are a little expensive though
this kind of controller may be what you're looking for
like drstawl says, though, there is a slight delay in the response time because of the interperatation req'd
but with good software, you can edit that stuff out with precision and ease
i have a roland gr-30 guitar synth that is absolutely awesome. any type of sound is available, all fully programmable with arpeggiations, and other abilities available. i am, however, experiencing difficulty in loading the instrument definitions into my computer, but when it is finally configured right, i will be able to use the controller to play any midi sound loaded onto my computer. i think roland is the premier guitar effects company (my opinion of course)- there is also now the
gr-33, the updated version. they are a little expensive though
this kind of controller may be what you're looking for
like drstawl says, though, there is a slight delay in the response time because of the interperatation req'd
but with good software, you can edit that stuff out with precision and ease
DavidK
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There is a great article in the May issue of Electronic Musician about this, my copy arrived today. It is very informative.
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robert jaybird
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Ive got a gr 33. Its an interesting peice of equipment undoubtedly.
The sounds arent the caliber that come in rolands keyboards or jv modules, but I think theres a lot to work with none the less. As far as tracking is concerned some patches work better than others, youll want to get into the unit and make your own patches. Id say its totally workable and playable IF you have a clean technique. Its not really a multi timbral module, so if your looking to sequence your arrangements you'll also need some other unit weather it be a rompelr, modeling synth or sampler. And the best way to access it would be a "roland ready" guitar such as are made by fender, and also the ones featuring superior rmc pickups by godin and brian moore though the clumsy gk 2a will certainly suffice.
Theres also the axon ax100. Ive been told that it really is the best tracking, but its more finicky about techniques and also doesnt really have any internal sounds(though there is a special option to add an xg tone generator). Ive heard from people who werent satisfied with the gr 33 that the ax100 really is a nice improvement. The thing to realise has been stated is that with a pitch/midi system there are these issues. A way around those issues is with a guitar shaped controller such as starr labs z-tar:
www.starrlabs.com
WIth the unpredictabilityof a pitch to midi system theres trade offs. If youve got good technique and fretboard knowledge on your guitar I think one of these systems is an incredible asset. If your a 3 chord guy who only uses power chords then might as well buy a keyboard and some mel bay books.
The sounds arent the caliber that come in rolands keyboards or jv modules, but I think theres a lot to work with none the less. As far as tracking is concerned some patches work better than others, youll want to get into the unit and make your own patches. Id say its totally workable and playable IF you have a clean technique. Its not really a multi timbral module, so if your looking to sequence your arrangements you'll also need some other unit weather it be a rompelr, modeling synth or sampler. And the best way to access it would be a "roland ready" guitar such as are made by fender, and also the ones featuring superior rmc pickups by godin and brian moore though the clumsy gk 2a will certainly suffice.
Theres also the axon ax100. Ive been told that it really is the best tracking, but its more finicky about techniques and also doesnt really have any internal sounds(though there is a special option to add an xg tone generator). Ive heard from people who werent satisfied with the gr 33 that the ax100 really is a nice improvement. The thing to realise has been stated is that with a pitch/midi system there are these issues. A way around those issues is with a guitar shaped controller such as starr labs z-tar:
www.starrlabs.com
WIth the unpredictabilityof a pitch to midi system theres trade offs. If youve got good technique and fretboard knowledge on your guitar I think one of these systems is an incredible asset. If your a 3 chord guy who only uses power chords then might as well buy a keyboard and some mel bay books.
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gervis
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Hello! I'm Mel Bay, and welcome to the wonderful world of guitar!
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