Running 2 Keyboards Using Only My iPhone!!

[@Johnmike]

Showing how you can run 2 midi controllers using an old iPhone 6+...If you are looking to do this with more modern iPhones(without a headphone jack) plug an audio interface into the USB hub and it will send your audio out!

[@thornestormpraise]

And do can you use the same apps

[@itsadamtruitt]

this is easily one of the most impressive compact rigs I have ever seen. nice work.

[@EduardoDiastv]

I am Brazilian and I play in a small church with 50 people and recently we bought a keyboard controller, but I have to take my computer to church, and a lot of work because I do not have a car to do the transport, this video will help me immensely, God bless your life in double bro.

[@Johnmike]

+DuGhordo wow that’s awesome!

[@TheTatocorreia]

realmente, mandou muito, pesquisa o canal do Marcos Padrinni aqui no YT.

[@Roboprogs]

See if you can get a used ipad or ipad mini. Some synth programs need the screen space of the ipad. Also, you can also get a powered USB hub which also has an "audio interface" (headphone jack) built in if you have to use a newer phone with no headphone jack. The interface in the hub avoids electrical noises that are sometimes in the devices when they get busy, as well.

[@robfriedrich2822]

You can do pretty much things with a Roland Juno series or the Yamaha synthesizer workstations in the same price range.

[@barrnycharlton8951]

Rob F Talking some sense;)

[@peterdvideos]

Thanks! What was that awesome Moog-y sound you were jamming on your upper keyboard?

[@emiel333]

Incredible how making music is evolving in our life nowadays. Technology becomes better, cheaper and smaller and running 2 MIDI keyboards with only an iPhone is simply fantastic!

[@robertnidever8127]

That is amazing! What's really interesting to me is you came up with the thought process to even think of something like this. I'm by no means brain dead, I run two I-pads and an Android tablet on my rig because of what I have to do for my band, but I've never thought how simple and cool this is just for myself. Thx for posting, great job my friend.

[@Johnmike]

Robert Nidever thanks and you're welcome!

[@johncgibson4720]

I ordered my first midi keyboard yesterday, and it will arrive tomorrow. I am using a Android phone with the CPU speed / core number slightly higher than the iPhone 6. Wish me luck. I took piano lessons for 1 year when I was 5. I am trying to pick up again after decades with all the modern tech unimaginable when I was a boy, and now the KZbin music knowledge.

[@JorgeSilvestrini]

YOU CAN DO IT! Go for it.

[@rb8058]

Can’t tell you how much I have learned on YT from church keyboard players. This is awesome. Thanks!

[@Johnmike]

You’re welcome!

[@Fufuman94]

Now I know what my iPhone 6 will be used for when my contracts end. This is not only groundbreaking information but do you how much money people can save from using this? Wow, this has blown my mind.

[@Phicxtion]

Thanks for this bro. Saved me alot of money not buying an extra synth, now I can run my iPad with multiple apps. Bless.

[@ShamekaDwight]

This video changed the game! Thanks for posting

[@donstevenson2170]

How cool. At age 68 I am just now getting into Midi. I have all technology. I just need to check out people like you who are using Midi. Thanks for the video...

[@SoundsAndGear]

Crazy to think where tech is at right now bro, nice vid!

[@Johnmike]

SoundsAndGear.com yessir!! And thanks so much!

[@stefanrobert5233]

to John Mike: Can you name some iPad apps with good sounds (other than MK Sensation, Korg Module and Roland Sound Canvas)?

[@JKEYSTRACK]

@@Johnmike what is the name of the application for Android

[@thorne4069]

This is awesome can you do an update video with the newer IPhone?

[@julsrique9148]

What a bless bro! You are a humble servant that shares you knowledge with others for the glory of the Lord!

[@jacobchiang]

Thanks! Very nice to introduce the features.

[@MitchRossMusician]

A great video John. I'd like to see Apple bring MainStage to the iOS format. I think there are alot of us out there who would use it.

[@Johnmike]

Check out AUM...it’s the closest thing to mainstage on the iPad...check this video I did: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oanSf3mdnpZlgsk

[@kalebclemmons7080]

Can you do a follow up video on where you plugged your stuff up,what you need to plug up and your amp

[@romeomc0468]

Thanks for the great tips, John! You're helping me with demystifying some of my issues with VSTs and live performance. Blessings brother!

[@Johnmike]

Michael Romeo you're welcome!

[@olusayoadeyemo478]

Hi, can I do this with the more recent iphones? I am having difficulty with amplifying the sound following the connection of a midi usb dongle. It generates sound on the iPhone XR max, but if I put the charger/audio splitter it no longer controls the iPhone. I seem to be able to get just one out per time. This is because those new phones don’t come with a 3.5mm point. Kindly help.

[@Johnmike]

Check out this video I did kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYfLhKaPd7l8qa8

[@olusayoadeyemo478]

@@Johnmike Amazing! I will try this out and let you know. Thanks a lot!

[@joyan0001]

This is cool. I can now travel to our other campuses with my controller and my iphone6. Thanks for sharing.

[@ljmotivateD]

Awesome! Can i do same with garageband on a Mac?

[@gauravarorapianist]

Can you please make a video of iOS apps that are great for keys like Korg Module and GarageBand?

[@Rricdiculos]

I appreciate the info, ​John. Before viewing this video, I didn't know this kind of setup was available via an iPhone.

[@joegar7002]

Thanks 4 sharing, would you please tell me the name of the apps?? Are those apps 4 free?

[@oljones31]

Offiong Jones. St. Louis Mo. Just wanted to say thank you for this video. I have a Williams Allegra and I don't like the sounds the board came with. But by using your setup, I'm looking forward to elevating the worship in our service. Thank you and God bless you

[@Mat-q5z]

Thank you for this impressive simple example for a setup, Captain Future :) All the best & be blessed!

[@mistaish]

Thanks for the dope video. This video goes out to the person always thinking that they need more. NOPE YOU DON'T. Rock the phone and be happy. It sounds great.

[@arwidtheuer-kock8402]

Please State the wo lead Sounds once more you used in korg module. Cheers Arwid

[@krstmrkr]

yo bro just watched a recent review video of yours from the search bar was dope, your voice sounded familiar and I remember you from this video, just wanted to say your voice sound good man, but get more adventurous with your content. hope ya get to a 100k subs, claim it

[@aswardjnocharles5305]

How much gig’s on your iPad / or iPad Pro ? Tuff video. Thx 🙏🏿

[@Johnmike]

256

[@aswardjnocharles5305]

@@Johnmike thank you 🙏🏿. Luv all you videos. 🔥full 💯

[@starboy0995]

Hey man, can you share abit more about the set up to get the output to the house speakers at church? I have an iPad and the lightening to usb as well as the usb hub, do I need a mixer or is there another way around it?

[@thornestormpraise]

Is there an updated setup for 2023 with the iPhone or ipad

[@harrysimply]

Bro help me out with Free Apps for Ipad to be used with Keyboard. Korg module all are premium apps right. Which one is the best app so i can use in my ipad. How about Korg M1 app, Sample tank from ik multimedia, Plz suggest good free app or best app with affordable price

[@Johnmike]

I’ve never used the Korg M-1 app but there aren’t many good sounding free apps that cost less than $20...MKSensation comes with some free sounds but to get the good ones in the app you have to pay for them...SampleTank is the same way...

[@Tubolicious82]

that opening track is where its at! you have a complete track for that song???

[@Zeisslermusic]

My Setup is an Ipad Pro with Ravenscroft 275 piano app and as you the Korg and as drummer, the Launchpad. I record in Garageband. My Keys are an Roland Digital Piano for the Ravenscroft and an Novation Impulse. :-)

[@Zeisslermusic]

Now i have Cubasis 2 too, yes i got my stof :-)

[@melvintaylor4611]

Looking for the link in the description. Could you please tell me where to find the description. Thanks bro

[@mcdavetv6124]

Does the MKSensation app have a transpose?

[@Johnmike]

No

[@mcdavetv6124]

Could you search for an app on iOS with transpose please

[@edsn0124]

How did you power up the mixer without using it as an audio interface.

[@Hellemmm]

no ext sound card? what latency do you have here? thanx)

[@ismaelarredondo6796]

Can you give me the link to the USB flagship adapter?

[@Johnmike]

It’s in the description of the video

[@ElizaATkaczMusic]

The music you're playing at the beginning is so good, so inspiring! Thanks for sharing your tips. Hugs |ElizaT

[@lourbentv485]

Sir John thank you for this demo. I have a couple question. Why my Mksensation didn't work in backgroup. If i press the Home button of my iphone 6.i don't have a sound.please help me Sir what should I do.

[@danielkinney6325]

the best video i have ever seen in my life. OMG

[@sandeepthombre74]

Thank you Bro for making life enjoyable with simple things

[@revdjeru]

Can you share that progression sir? Thanks

[@andrewantwi2867]

Thanks for the video sir! Could you post a link for where we can find the mixer you are using or something similar?

[@Johnmike]

+Andrew Antwi amzn.to/2wXsro0

[@camobanana1]

Awesome video! Is it possible to plug in a Samsung phone? How would the process go?

[@Johnmike]

No sorry you can’t do this with any android phone...the apps and the compatibility just isn’t there

[@teryllalston3327]

what's going on bro appreciate you telling me about the Korg sounds, we have a Korg Triton at church , but it seems like the software sounds much cleaner than the hardware love it bro. the click track what is it an how much it costs?plus I have more of the sample tank sounds too.

[@dornelli1]

can this setup work with no mixer? im trying to play two diferent usb midi keyboards using only one midi plus sound module but im still doubtful if it can work

[@nickespinosa3859]

Hello Mike, Great Job on your videos! I purchased the Korg Pro Module after watching your youtube video for my iphone. I cannot find the hip hop lead you used on your demo. Is it in the old Korg Module? How can I get that sound?I love it. Nick V-Texas

[@Johnmike]

It’s in the triton expansion

[@nickespinosa3859]

@@Johnmike Thank you Mike.

[@KutWrite]

Beautiful playing. Nice voice, too. Hope you have a video of more of your music. Thanks for all the tips. I have Samsung Android phone and pad, so I assume there are similar products for it.

[@Johnmike]

Thanks! Sadly there isn’t

[@jonathanrosendahl7339]

Which input on the mixer are you using for connecting the phone to the mixer.

[@Johnmike]

Just input 1

[@keizy1479]

Hey John Mike, this is really great, i’m certainly going to try this. I am already using my iPad Air with a Yamaha MO8 at church so I shouldn’t have any problem. Tell me though, can the Korg module do layers and splits or do you know of any app other than mk sensation that can do this. God bless u man.

[@Johnmike]

No not directly in the app...however you can get an app called AUM that will allow to load and control multiple software instrument apps and layer them together

[@vohehuli]

Can you please post a link for all the apps you're using. I can only find the mksensation

[@Johnmike]

just added them to the description

[@vohehuli]

Thanks. Keep the videos coming. You're truly a blessed musician

[@chrisbrown7789]

Okay so I have an iPhone 7 Plus can I still have the some configuration even though I don’t have a separate headphone jack ?

[@Johnmike]

Yup check this video that I did kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYfLhKaPd7l8qa8

[@calebtar]

Was gonna ask :)

[@howardanthony1443]

John nice video. Just wondering could you split a keyboard like your keystation with two sounds on one platform. Like piano on one side and lead on the other. Nice work Bro.

[@Johnmike]

Thanks and yes you can...if you use an app like korg module pro or AUM

[@mikemc2731]

Mannn, what chord progression is this? Sounds great!

[@GuidedSteps]

This is it John Mike!!!

[@nateofalltrades1448]

Hey any tips on using a iPhone 8 plus or iPhone X or really any of the models without a headphone jack?

[@Johnmike]

Yup check this video I did kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYfLhKaPd7l8qa8

[@abihaifa]

using power adaptor for midi controller?

[@antoniomarques5169]

Hi! Thank you for your video. Could you please tell what is the sound pack that includes your amazing lead sound?

[@Johnmike]

Kong Module

[@antoniomarques5169]

@@Johnmike Thank you! I was wondering about the viability of your approach but you proved it. I am using now a Korg D1 and a Roland A49, connected to a iPhone running Ravenscroft 275 and Korg module pro. However, that lead sound is not available. BTW, your phrasing is superb! Congrats!

[@DELIONCUB]

Hey Great vid, I know the phone u used was the iPhone 6 plus but could it work with an iPhone 5?

[@Johnmike]

Darren Massiah it would be a hard...but all you can do is try it

[@jordan78653]

Please give a tutorial on hiw you played the intro on the main keyboard 😩😩😩

[@ibrahimfadason4276]

Good Mike. Please how can one make such setup using phones with android OS?

[@Johnmike]

There’s not anything like this available for Android.

[@ibrahimfadason4276]

@@Johnmike Thank you.

[@timm1611]

thank you for this concise how to! one question came up for me about charging the phone. Have u tried charging it while playing by plugging in a power source into the usb hub? greets from Berlin

[@Johnmike]

Yea I have a usb to lightning cable now with a charging port on it

[@Chris.Brisson]

@@Johnmike , which one, please?

[@Johnmike]

Chris Brisson this one amzn.to/2ZrC3Fu

[@cwtag]

How's the latency? Thanks

[@Ben-sr6cu]

Great playing mate! How do you power your phone? I don't see any power cables going to the usb hub.

[@tthhuuvv]

I have this same question

[@RinaldoJonathan]

on battery, of course.

[@jamstheholy]

Great stuff! Brilliant playing!

[@khanhnguyenvan7748]

What is the white device to connect between the usb cable and the iphone?

[@Johnmike]

USB to lighting adapter...allows me to connect usb devices to my phone

[@bigbadjojo4863]

i want to do this with the midi out put on our electric drums at church; whats a good app for drums, that has a lot of good sound choices?

[@Johnmike]

Check out beathawk...it has some acoustic drum expansions and you can midi map the pads to your drum triggers

[@vwcanter]

Can you make the Korg app run two sounds, on two different channels, at the same time?

[@Johnmike]

+Vincent Canter nope...I️ wish tho! That would make it the full package for me

[@gregtaylor8727]

John can you do a live situation where like you actually show how long you can run with your iPhone to see if there are any cut outs or lapses cause of playing with intensity and the longevity of a service vs just a review

[@Johnmike]

greg Taylor I do it all the time...I've played two 2-hour services(back to back..4 hours total using nothing but my iPhone or iPad...I have a few videos on this channel that show snippets from services

[@Johnmike]

greg Taylor kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWacoqmQnLmGjbc

[@IgorS916]

Any recommendations for gospel click tracks or percussion loops? That work with Mainstage or Kontakt? I have Stylus RMX but there’s no real midi presets for gospel. Or Latin percussion loops?

[@automan1223]

Can you post the links to the apps you use ?

[@Johnmike]

Just added them to the description

[@JaredNichols909]

Very cool. Awesome playing. Thanks for making this video.

[@rjaeb1106]

about the sir? can please give what kind of aux u used to transmit it on the mixer?

[@Johnmike]

Just a regular aux cable from Walmart

[@danquay9504]

Thanks for sharing this wonderful information, I have iPhone X , question do you have to pay for the apps used? Now I’m sure you use it on a iPad fire hd ? But this was amazing to watch and so simple you blow my mind Another question.. where was the duel keyboard stand bought from and how much was it

[@Johnmike]

Yes I paid for all of the apps...links to them all are in the description...and I got it years ago at guitar center...maybe $40-$50? I can’t remember

[@dezimiddleton5292]

there steps to get from phone to Qx49 Alesis for audio sounds

[@joshuathompson7507]

Question? So I hooked up my phone directly to the M-Audio ES and couldn't get a sound out of Garage Band or MK Sensation from my phone do I need to have a midi interface to get sound?

[@Gratitude__success]

Hello Mike I’ve recently received my. Apple to camera adaptor from Amazon. But I have a problem when I connect my M-Audio Code49 to my iPhone 6 it says ”the accessory you have connected requires too much power” 😩 is there anything I can do about this situation?

[@Gratitude__success]

It doesn't even light properly

[@thomasipad7719]

Add the power cord?

[@ernieamos5241]

John maybe this is a dumb question. Is there any way I can control (rewire) MainStage from or into studio one 3??????

[@sweetactionmax]

Great video John this was really helpful I really like your set up. What do you think of the M-Track Hub by M- Audio? This could be a great compact interface for a set up like this. I'm thinking of adding it into my setup. Thanks to you I went ahead and purchased the MKsesations and the Korg Module rather than buying an expensive new keyboard this had added a new life to my Keystation 61 & 49. It's a new digital world out there. Cheers mate.

[@JorgeSilvestrini]

Great apps - also check out Pure Synth which is available and if you'd like to add another Piano / Rhodes the FMTines (both by Gospel Musicians). The Korg Module is also amazing with all the extra sound banks and presets that can be added via in-app-purchase.

[@demetricelyles5317]

That’ll real fly John. Can you do this with a ipadmini4?

[@Johnmike]

Yes

[@jeddlawrence]

I'm not getting my iPad to read my keystation 88es.... I'm guessing it's cause of the cheap "camera connection kit" I bought off eBay... it powers it up, but not detecting.... could this be the problem?

[@kikodrums3565]

sir are you using a stereo jack and stereo adaptor? thanks for the help

[@Johnmike]

Yes

[@Kdawg189]

Can you do this with the latest Iphones? They got rid of the aux jack...

[@Johnmike]

Kelly Daniels yes...watch this vid I did kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYfLhKaPd7l8qa8

[@bobbymaestas1162]

Sounds great! But what happens if you get a call while you're playing? Does it go through the PA?

[@Johnmike]

Bobby Maestas I always put the phone in airplane mode before using it live

[@bobbymaestas1162]

Of course! Thanks!

[@Faceeatersprings]

Yes, airplane mode will help stop that.

[@Willyliemfams]

*yelloww.. momma baked you apple pie, come home lil fang*

[@edenmaestro61]

Great video!!!Can I run it on my iPod for example?...Of an iPad?

[@Johnmike]

Eden Maestro thanks and yes you can!

[@edenmaestro61]

John Mike So quick to response...If I have an iPod with 64gb,it will run it naturally?Thanks in advance :)

[@Johnmike]

Eden Maestro yes it will!

[@Johnmike]

Eden Maestro I get notifications when people comment ha ha

[@roberteaster7940]

Mike can I put Ableton live and Kontak 5 on my iPhone to use in rehearsals for the choir parts.

[@Johnmike]

robert easter no you can’t

[@siyabulelaklaasen2136]

Thanks for sharing this bro. What’s the app for tracks and loops for iPhone8 plus?

[@Johnmike]

Check out imaschine...impc...and prime multitrack app

[@siyabulelaklaasen2136]

Thanks bro!

[@kokopelli314]

I think of all gear I've lugged over the years. Man, that's sweet!

[@nigelhutchinson3698]

Hey John awesome insights as usual; tried the setup tho w/ my iPad but I need to power my controller simultaneously. How do I do this w/ only one USB port?

[@Johnmike]

Nigel Hutchinson get a powered USB hub(one that comes with a power adapter)

[@nigelhutchinson3698]

Thanks!

[@peterdvideos]

@JohnMike what patch was that great Moog-y sound you were jamming on your upper keyboard?

[@flipteezy]

wow, thanks for this video! whoo 2 keys! this whole time I was using an ipad 2017 and iphone4s for two sounds.

[@OfficialStevenCravis]

John Mike, I like your playing. Reminded me of a blend of Jeff Lorber and Jan Hammer!

[@Johnmike]

Wow thanks!

[@racingbarrow3794]

Do your Mksensation be fussing out with your sustain pedal is down ? Because I have that problem and I don’t even layer a lot of sounds ?

[@rosstec6728]

You have no power running on the keys? Is it just plugged directly to the usb? I saw videos about set up that you will need a powered usb port. I’m glad it runs just as simple as it is.

[@Johnmike]

Ross Tec power is running on the 88-key board...but it’s powering the small keyboard...

[@revhd5198]

Are you running electricity to any of this? The speakers? The keyboards? etc.?

[@Johnmike]

+Rev HD yes...the bottom board is plugged up to an outlet...but the top board is powered from the phone via usb...everything else is plugged up to a power strip

[@Killahg2007]

Hey! Big fan here. But I have a quick question. Have you ran into a product that will allow you to charge your phone while using the camera connection kit? Needless to say, sometimes forget to charge my iPad the day before a service, or I get last-minute calls for gigs... it would be nice if something like that existed. Thanks!

[@Johnmike]

Sorry for the delayed response been on vacation the last few days...but yes the newest adapter has a charging port on it in addition to the USB port

[@juansebastianlasso353]

Bro do you get o latency? Im trying to see if this work for me i play at a salsa orchestra so i need the same feeling/touch from a regular piano. I have an axiom 61, havent bought the usb adapter yet making sure it works withough an external audio interface. Blessings from Colombia

[@Johnmike]

+Juan Sebastian Lasso awesome blessings back to you! And no real noticeable latency...you can also adjust latency in the app settings...