How to connect older MIDI keyboards to USB (MIDI to USB cable)

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How to use a MIDI to USB cable to connect and older keyboard with 5-pin DIN MIDI connections to a PC, Mac, iPad or iPhone using USB.
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[@robertlucas2]

Hi, Pete, is there an Apple Lightning "like" adapter for my Amazon Kindle Fire? I don't own Apple products and certainly can't afford to purchase them. I just need the adapter for my Kindle. Thanks. - Robert Lucas

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey Robert. Really not sure sorry? I'm not familiar with the Kindle Fire and what connection it uses.

[@jakelondon]

@@robertlucas2 You want what's called a USB On the Go cable. Depending on which Fire you, you'll need either a USB A micro cable or a USB C cable.

[@kenbalram334]

I already have the cables but it's not working, do I need to run a software or app

[@lydiafortune6523]

Your video is so-o-o useful!! I've got an old YPG-625 Yamaha grand going to waste. I don't have the same back portals as the one featured. Is there a way for me to hook up to my PC similar to the way you describe for the Casio?

[@EmilyEisa]

I love the way he teaches. Super clear and explains everything on a very basic level without taking too much time/over explaining. He's really easy to listen to!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thanks Emily. Really appreciate the kind words and glad to hear it.

[@railedb0x503]

@@PeteJohnsMusic my midi keyboard only has a midi out port and no midi in port what do i do

[@reubenwhettenmusic]

Thank you so much for this video!! Very helpful! My grandpa just gave me a Yamaha PSR-300 (released in 1991 according to my research) that doesn’t have any USB or XLR cable stuff. This video has just helped me use this old keyboard to make my music! Thanks again, Pete! I’m surprised this video was made a year ago! Great job!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Nice one! Very glad to hear it my friend. 👍

[@abstacdt8510]

OMG!!! I CANT THANKYOU ENOUGH... I’VE BEEN LOOKING FOR THIS KIND OF VIDEO FOR A LONG TIME! THANKYOU SO MUCH!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@grenks6387]

@@PeteJohnsMusic please help me sir im trying to connect it but it doesn't get the sound or notes into my phone, i don't know what im doing wrong i just want to play, please help soon.

[@lakep7798]

Agreed!

[@ianwashere12345]

Thanks dude. You have made a dad and a budding musician,son, cello player very happy.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Awesome! Glad it was able to help. 🙏

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Subscribed immediately, just because of your nice personality and the incredible patience, no "to cool for this" style vibes. Amazing channel bro.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thanks my friend! Really appreciate the kind words.

[@TheSyko7]

I got the Roland um one…. Had to wait out the holiday but it arrived! And you don’t lie.. the iPhone needed no software or updates really.. I’m mind blown 🤯. My old Casio ctk -481 is actually gonna get used after collecting dust for over 20 years!!!! You ROCK!!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Bring it on!!!! That’s awesome my friend.

[@catboyzee]

Just what I needed to see. I needed a refresher on how to transmit MIDI data to computer via USB, as I haven't dabbled with MIDI in quite a while. Thanks for this posting this video, it answers a lot of questions.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@ARJ.Productions]

OH MY GOD!! I have been searching for this like *AGES*!! you are like a *samaritan* to me!!! thanks a lot pete!!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@ARJ.Productions]

@@PeteJohnsMusic I will definetely watch your other videos and subscribe my new friend, And I wanted to know if we could use the midi to usb cable in yamaha psr 260 or any other company's keyboards. Is it posible..??

[@Nationalist101]

HOLY SHIT I just found the exact video I’ve been looking for. I left a comment on another of your videos explaining how I want to hook up my old Yamaha keyboard to my iPhone. Anyway, thanks so much!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Haha! Yes, I was about to respond to your other comment when I noticed you found your way over here! My strategy of making lots of videos in the hope that one of them will be what you’re looking for seems to be working. 😄 Thanks for taking the time to comment and let me know you found it useful.

[@ClulssCrs3310]

Goodness! You made it look so easy compared to the other KZbin videos. Thank you very much for being so direct.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Awesome! Very glad to hear my friend. Appreciate you taking the time to provide feedback. I hope you get value out of the other videos on the channel and consider subscribing.

[@Fuel46]

Pete just saves us everytime with the simplest solution

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Glad to help!

[@gabstech3795]

You just explained all i need to know thanks , keyboard feels back to life

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Awesome! 😎🤘

[@jamespressey8610]

This video was very helpfull. I have a Yamaha Keyboard that is over 20 years old, It is Midi Cable and now I will be buying that Roland Cable so I can use my keyboard in fl studios. Thanks a bunch.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Awesome! Yes, it is a great device to have around as you can really breathe new life in to older devices. 👍

[@juanalinho]

Do you have the yamaha sr gx76?

[@TheSyko7]

You are my hero right now! I bought an old cheap Casio knowing the sounds would already be outdated back when I got it but having midi was all I wanted. Now 20 years later, still unaware of how to utilize my Casio…. But avid GarageBand user.. you just made my world!! I’m concerned that using the premade samples, whether I tweek them or not, it’s still not my work, my music, just my mix.. now I can create my own samples with ease!! Thank you so much!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Awesome! So glad to hear I was able to help.

[@edwardmarion6525]

You've come through with exactly what I wanted to do. Signed, this old Yamaha keyboard

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[@eggsy4423]

This is such a big problem solver! I got a Yamaha pf85 which was made in the mid 80s, now I could extend the sound back with my computer and Ipad, because it only has 5 sounds. Thanks for the detail.

[@marcosroldan4297]

got a question. do you need a driver for my laptop? if so what is that and where can I get one?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. A driver for the Roland adapter? Yes, you can download this from the Roland website directly.

[@lloydnorval1989]

Thank you! I have a psr 140 Yamaha Education Suite keyboard from 1999. I look forward to getting one of these

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Nice one!!

[@lakep7798]

You. Are. The. BEST!!!! Thank you soooooo much for simplifying this! It seems that every other person I consulted TOTALLY complicated things to the point of overwhelming me...THIS is easy peasy! 👌🏾

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Great to hear! Thanks so much for your support.

[@DTGuitarTech]

Thank you for this video, you have helped me buy a similar cable to allow me to connect an old Roland RP301 to Logic Pro X on my MacBook. I siting for the cable to arrive but hopefully it will work. It will also save me from having to buy a separate midi keyboard, and enable me to use the full size Roland that I already have. You have saved me money and space. I know this is an old video but I really appreciate it. Liked and subscribed.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Good stuff. Hopefully it works for you. Some of the cheaper MIDI to USB cables are a little unreliable which is why I recommend this one.

[@DTGuitarTech]

@@PeteJohnsMusic It worked!!!!

[@anvabee208]

Finally i found a great channel. Your video really helped me, thank you very much.

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[@nagy-one4212]

Great instruction .....Saved me hours of time with this help, thank you sir

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@martinsmadhousemusic8329]

Hey there Pete.. I have been sitting here staring at my old Casio Keyboard and wondering how I could incorporate it into Garage Band.. I googled Midi to USB connections and simultaneously your KZbin and the Roland website came up in the search.. You continue to be a great source of information for me. I passed your KZbin channel info over to one of my musician kids and he is now benefiting as well.. Thanks..

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thanks so much for the kind words my friend.

[@coversongsonkeyboards]

Wow so much information in just a few minutes,thanks for share.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@Metzok]

I have an old Fatar 800-SL and needed a cable like the UM-1. Many thanx for the video!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@harolddasynth795]

Very helpful man,i have an old keys that i want to use for my VST but don't have usb,this solves the problem,thanks a lot!

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Your videos have been so helpful! Thank you so much :)

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Thank you so much for this precious video!! Really needed this info !

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[@jamesg3475]

Subscribed immediately. Beautiful presentation in your simplicity and clarity and direction. Old keyboard player but new to midi (just never went there)...want to use my old Yamaha SY-85 beast as midi controller to Mac MainStage 3. You are legend Peter. Thanks for the info and guidance. Cheers, James.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Awesome stuff James! There’s nothing quite like breathing new life in to our old gear! Welcome to the community. studiolivetoday.com

[@jamesg3475]

@@PeteJohnsMusic thanks mate.😉

[@theberryofawsomeness]

this is brilliant thank you for making this!!!

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[@alejandrorebolledoortega8123]

really helpful thanks! greetings from Colombia

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Thanks for the recommendation! Just grabbed one through the affiliate link and subbed. Was trying to find a not tough way to plug my old Alesis QS 6.1 to my laptop.

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[@TheApril1610]

Great video thank you! Good teacher, you have a nice vibe!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@dafingaz]

Hey Pete, you NEED to get the Yamaha BT-01. That thing is a game changer. I did a live gig tonight using AUM for the first time (I preset 7 or 8 plugins that I would choose between for sounds). Triggered using Bluetooth MIDI and everything worked perfectly. For those interested, the Yamaha BT-01 is definitely worth the investment! (I do not get paid by Yamaha. LOL)...

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Haha! Awesome. I shall definitely add it to the (long) list of gear to check out! 👍

[@dafingaz]

Pete Johns Lol. Cool!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@ernstkleinm]

THANK YOU FOR THIS PETE!!!

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[@TheChromaKid]

Great tutorial! Thanks so much

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[@Vallabha318]

Thank you so much Pete! This is exactly what I was looking for.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Brilliant! Glad to hear it. I hope it helps you get connected and get creating!

[@Paul_Stillo]

What a wonderfully simple set-up! Thanks

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yes, it works a treat!

[@PatriciaVanCutsemsinger]

I have the same keyboard. How do you put it in midi modus?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

It should be just plug and play? Was in my experience.

[@PatriciaVanCutsemsinger]

@@PeteJohnsMusic That was how it worked before with me. But now it doesn't, so that is why I was looking for answers online. I'll unplug everything and try it again.

[@PatriciaVanCutsemsinger]

@@PeteJohnsMusic I wonder if it has to do that I also have plugged in a AKAI APC KEY 25 midikeyboard after I plugged in the old keyboard?

[@dt4225]

Wonderful!!!! It’s the exact info that I need for my old MIDI KB

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Wonderful! Glad to hear my friend.

[@MartinMK4]

I have the yamaha psr 510 so can i connect to my phone like you on the video?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

If it has MIDI support then pretty much yep. 👍😎

[@MartinMK4]

@@PeteJohnsMusic yes it has , thank you so much 😄

[@w3sp]

Hey Pete, I have a piano with Midi In/Out. I know the Midi Out is working 100%, never used Midi In yet so I can't say for sure but I assume it also works. Questions: 1) Can I connect such a cable to only the piano's midi out, essentially only connecting one of the midi ends? 2) Does the USB light on yours light up already when you only have the USB connected but not the midi? Reason I'm asking is because I got a similar (but different brand) cable yesterday simply can't get it to work at all. None of the LEDs are lighting up at all. I tried different USB ports on my PC already and also on my tablet.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Yes, you can totally use for just MIDI out from a keyboard. That’s how I use mine. And the issue with it not working? I’ve found that cheaper cables are super unreliable which is why I recommend the Roland/Edirol version. It’s a little more expensive but everyone I’ve recommended it to has had success.

[@designhaptic5853]

Thank you so much! Saved my life!!!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@SHORTSAIOFFICAL]

@@PeteJohnsMusic please help me

[@berinaksit868]

This was really helpful! Thank you :)

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@dynamic_jameson]

Great job Pete

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Cheers.

[@wiidlbeetle3857]

Thank you very much for this video dude!!!!!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@wiidlbeetle3857]

Pete Johns already subbed and im definitely going to check out your other vids! Ive got an old keyboard with midi and Ive been wanting to run it into my ipad. I cant stress how helpful this video was!

[@jazzylei143]

Very nice brother. Please teach us how to control a keyboard to another keyboard to control its sound

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Now that’s outside my wheelhouse I’m afraid.

[@joncrandall2955]

Thanks for the video mate! I look forward to checking your other vids!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Cheers Jon. Appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment. Hope you enjoy the other videos on the channel.

[@dwaynearthur1476]

Perfect 👍🏽, I was looking for a how-to like this forever ! Thanks 🙏

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Awesome! So glad it helped.

[@benm7487]

thanks dude this was super informative and helpful!

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[@benm7487]

@@PeteJohnsMusic done good sir

[@ellieallenberry2181]

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[@madzchannel9795]

Nice one very helpfull

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[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@vasilesava9978]

@@PeteJohnsMusic .I was very close to throw my old piano..now you save me..I cam use any software to create my own rave agresive stile...and I can use my old piano ap 65r as a desk as well for computers & synthesizer and all the gear associated

[@vasilesava9978]

...I was very close to throw my old piano..now you save me..I cam use any software to create my own rave agresive stile...and I can use my old piano ap 65r as a desk as well for computers & synthesizer and all the gear associated

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Glad to hear that this helped my friend. 👍

[@vinodude1]

Nicely done! Thanks so much for this. I'd been avoiding keyboard-oriented plug-ins for my DAW because I didn't have a MIDI controller and I'm watching the budget. My Yamaha CVP-401 has 5-pin MIDI in and out, so as soon as my USB adapter shows up in the mail, I'll be off to the races.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Nice one! Yes, it’s super handy. Just make sure it’s paired with the genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter for full reliability and compatibility.

[@vinodude1]

@@PeteJohnsMusic I'll be using a Windows 11 PC, so no worries. Thanks again.

[@jeshsingh6740]

Great job can you tell me how to install an apps from my iPhone thanks

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Not sure what you’re asking sorry? You can download and install apps via the App Store.

[@mikelacross]

So what does the midi in do? Or was that the adding instructions bit?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Some apps send MIDI back to your keyboard which is where MIDI in would be used.

[@archivestereo]

Will this work in reverse? Use a usb keyboard to connect in to a midi sound module?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

I don’t believe so? Maybe ask over at the GarageBand Users Facebook group. studiolivetoday.com/gbu

[@MyChannel706]

Very nice video! Thank you.

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[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@MarkMediona]

@@PeteJohnsMusic all your videos are very informative Thank you for helping us musicians for the hacks and information❤️❤️❤️

[@GiulianoViale]

great data, greetings from argentina

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hello there! And thank you for watching and for taking the time to comment. 👍

[@1984bgy]

best video ever...and i am french!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@arxdallas8368]

With this cable, am I able to still use the instruments on my keyboard, and record?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Nope, unfortunately not. This video will help you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6i8nqB9etyiY6M

[@lilnifty]

Can you use the functions like octave, volume?

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[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@billbriles8711]

Good info.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@Born2BGod.]

This video is a shining light in the darkness of my Technics KN 1500! ♥ all the keys at the lowest octave doesn't work anymore.. Welp I still have the rest 3 on the right with in - out MIDI ports and the best incredible cool nice lovely perfect (I'd put more words if I could) guiding video I've been looking for over 10 years! Thank you so much ♥♥♥♥ (Sorry my bad EnGlitch XD) TBH You are AWESOME!!! ♥

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@drewdj45]

Thank you!!!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@dallassurfersclub8872]

Can I do this to also connect and control a newer MIDI keyboard (stack them) with an older keyboard?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Depends on the device you’re using and the software. Things like GarageBand iOS only support one MIDI input device at a time. Others allow multiple.

[@marcusr.3298]

Hi Pete. Thanks for your contribution. Have you done a presentation on how to use the midi out from garbage band to control the keyboard? That would be a nice one.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there Marcus. Alas, GarageBand doesn’t support MIDI out at this stage. Hopefully this will be added in at some stage and when it is I’ll be sure to talk about it here!

[@marcusr.3298]

Thanks for you reply Pete. It was much appreciated!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

@@marcusr.3298 - no problem. Sorry it wasn't the answer you likely wanted to hear!

[@bruceandtrishgrummett5077]

​@@PeteJohnsMusic i have an old keyboard. I need to input a midi file via USB into the keyboard but it doesnt have a USB port. Is this possible? Thank you!

[@davidtillwach5542]

What model casio keyboard is that and what version Ipad are you using

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Cant recall exactly on the iPad. Think I used my iPad Air 2 on this one? The keyboard is a pretty old one - something like a WK-3000?

[@davidtillwach5542]

@@PeteJohnsMusic I figured it out. I bought a casio wk1800 with midi . I'm making a new song for a friend Crystal Gayle

[@andyw.3048]

I just bought a merely MIDI cable. How can I connect it to the computer?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

This video should give you the method you need to use? For Mac and PC it’s pretty much plug and play.

[@andyw.3048]

@@PeteJohnsMusic The problem is, I don't have a MIDI to USB transmitter whatsoever. My PC doesnt have a MIDI port

[@randomgraham4302]

Silly question but is it better to use midi 5 port cables that connect to USB, or using midi to midi that plugs in to the back of audio interface? I plan on using my Yamaha keyboard to play in Ableton and Studio 1-4. Great video !

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. So, really doesn’t make much difference in my experience. Direct USB MIDI seems to be the best option most of the time but the Edirol/Roland adapter is really good and super low latency.

[@joemegguh9298]

can you use it on a yamaha motif 6

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

If it has a standard 5pin MIDI DIN connector then your can use it. 🤘😎

[@brenoweber1]

u saved my life, thx ;)

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@jasonshaw8094]

I realise that this video is 5 years old so I'm late to the game , however. what do I do if my keyboard only has midi out?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yup, that's common. You'll notice I only actually show sending MIDI data from the keyboard to the iPad so you can safely just use one of the MIDI cables with an adapter like this.

[@jasonshaw8094]

Nice one, thanks very much. I'll give it a go. ​@@PeteJohnsMusic

[@benedictgbojueh1487]

Thanks, for information been looking for this for my casio ct 700 and do you think it will be able to work with my casio?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

If the Casio sends standard general MIDI you’ll be fine. 👍😎

[@6stringgunner511]

@@PeteJohnsMusic Hey Pete. I also have a casio 700. Would I plug into my Focusrite 2i2/3rd gen. Interface? Just wondering.

[@Raffaele.Tovazzi]

Super useful, cheers!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@daanvandenbergh6944]

Lol, I had some problems with my old keyboard and started googling, came up here and see you have the exact same keyboard :'). I still hear noises i don't play in my DAW and it doesn't react as it should.

[@daanvandenbergh6944]

How to enable the midi mode on that keyboard ?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Are you using the Edirol or Roland adapter cable? It's been a while, but I don't think there is anything you need to do to enable MIDI on the Casio, but it doesn't seem to like any of the cheaper MIDI to USB cables.

[@MCDBmusic82]

Hi Pete. Thank you for this video. Im using midi to usb cables on an older Yamaha arias digitize piano. My issue is the sustain pedals are playing notes in GarageBand. How do I fix this? Thank you kindly.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Oh?! That’s a weird one. I’ve heard of sustain working backwards, needing a sustain pedal with a polarity switch.. but not playing notes? Maybe ask over at the GarageBand Users Facebook group? studiolivetoday.com/gbu

[@nothingbutmusic175]

Sir i am having Yamaha psr e303 keyboard can i connect it as a midi keyboard..

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. You might need to check the manual for details on this one, or search online. I haven’t personally used this keyboard.

[@nothingbutmusic175]

@@PeteJohnsMusic thank you sir..

[@jesseisawesome15]

@Nothing But Music I have the same keyboard and was wondering the same thing, were you able to figure it out?

[@nothingbutmusic175]

@@jesseisawesome15 i was able to connect it but it have latency problem

[@saikanth4593]

can we connect yamaha psr i455 and roland xps 30 to transfer tones one another

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

I don’t believe so? But maybe. Not familiar sorry.

[@davidamoah8697]

What is the name for both adapters please?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Check the description. All product links are down there.

[@Bronzeey1]

Would a mio iConnectivity 1-in/1 out USB to MIDI work the same was the ROLAND UM-ONE? Which is better? Thank you.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

I haven’t personally tried this adapter but others have told me it works. I’ve always used the Roland and find it super reliable.

[@ubermenschmexa]

Noob question: My keyboard is a rather old Yamaha, it has only a MIDI Output, and it has two 3.5mm connections, one for AUX output and other for Headphones. I want to connect said keyboard to my laptop to have it act as the notes input while the laptop acts as output; my intention is to use software to change the "voices" my keyboard can play. So, how would I need to go about this task? What software should I use?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. So you would need a MIDI to USB adapter like the one I’m showing. This video should help explain things. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6i8nqB9etyiY6M

[@ubermenschmexa]

@@PeteJohnsMusic Thanks a bunch!

[@contra31]

Do the MIDI to USB converters generally introduce any lag? It doesn't look like your setup in the video has much lag, if any. But even a small amount can be annoying.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

The cheaper ones can introduce quite a lot of latency, but the more advanced and higher quality ones like the Roland are actually surprisingly low latency. 👍

[@TheMrprez]

What is the model number of your Casio? I like this older ones. Mine is a Yamaha PSR 170 from about 20 years ago and still going strong.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

It’s the WK-3000. Great unit! I don’t need it anymore but I love it and just can’t say goodbye. 😄

[@TheMrprez]

Just subscribed, I will be binging on your videos for quite some time!

[@TheMrprez]

If you want to sell it, let me know. I’m looking.

[@eggyboi1217]

My mom gave me her old keyboard for my 19th birthday. I'm excited to have more room than what my mpk mini offers!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Awesome! Hope it helps you produce more music. 👍

[@eggyboi1217]

Pete Johns Thanks!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

🙏

[@Andrew-iv3ff]

how do i change a kurzweil sp88 keyboard to midi mode????? it's a 21 year old keyboard and the only instructions i could find were in the 8u7 page manual that i couldn't understand at all.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yeah, not sure sorry - might need to do some Googling or ask around some forums.

[@Andrew-iv3ff]

@@PeteJohnsMusic thanks for the advice

[@emmadawson7287]

Can I use one of these on a casio ck1200? It only has 2 plugs at the back and I need one for the charger. Ugh, so bad with these kind of things but so much want a realistic piano sound on my old keyboard 😩

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. It depends on what ports they actually are? If one is a MIDI port then you can.

[@emmadawson7287]

Thanks for your reply 👍 🙂 the port doesn't have any pins so I'm assuming it's not MIDI?

[@YouAintChris]

This is perfect! On IPad, Will the USB-Lightning 3 adapter you mentioned allow me to monitor the GarageBand audio output with this set up?? (Using one lightning input from keyboard Roland adapter, then another lightning cable to my speaker?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You will generally need some sort of USB audio device like an interface or sound card for monitoring. This video has some info that might help. kzbin.info/www/bejne/raHYaniFid6oqJY

[@willcamick]

Hello. When i plug it in it does not downloud the drivers fro it. Is theri a way to do this?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. You will need to use a device that doesn’t require drivers for iOS as it doesn’t support device drivers.

[@chuckbllrs3844]

Hey Pete, I have a Celviano, AP-40, on the instruction manual page E-25/26, it says i can send and receive a range of general MIDI piano Tone signals, the current 8 default tones on my AP-40 are not great and I'd like to try other tone types. Have you tried this? I just ordered a MIDI to USB and I have an Apogee Duet ii, so I'm hoping i can send a Rock Organ midi signal back into the Celviano which should alter the tone type values on my Celviano, ultimately I'd like the new tone to come out of the speakers on the Celviano. Thanks! Great video

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. GOod question Chuck? I haven't actually used MIDI back from software to a keyboard personally as none of my keyboards have supported this. But this adapter definitely supports MIDI in and out so if the hardware supports it, then it should work.

[@chuckbllrs3844]

@@PeteJohnsMusic Thanks, i'll let you know how it works out!

[@chuckbllrs3844]

@@PeteJohnsMusic Just wanted to let you know I was able to take the midi to usb cable i picked up, from my ap-40 into my duet by apogee, control the sounds using garage band, then send the signal out of the duet, using the 1/4" jacks into the 1/4" jack inputs on the back of the keyboard! I now have any sound I'd ever want or imagine! Cheers

[@abilitybjbijaybhim]

Hello sir this item is not available in Amazon

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Bummer! Hopefully you can find one somewhere.

[@zllenm]

Thanks alot

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You're very welcome. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment. I hope you get value from the other videos here on the channel and consider subscribing if you haven't already.

[@pyro3215]

So you don't need an audio interface do you?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Nope. Not for MIDI. Only if you want to record the actual audio from a keyboard.

[@BassGods]

"THANK YOU" 1000

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You’re very welcome my friend. I hope you get value from the other videos here on the channel and consider subscribing. 👍

[@SHORTSAIOFFICAL]

@@PeteJohnsMusic please help me i have only midi out on my MIDI Keyboard how to connect with pc , plz guide

[@jemuzu0944]

Sir Korg X5D is Ok?? So I can use Kontakt 6 with VST ?? It is like a To Host PC??

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hi there. All of this depends on the software you are using. Any standard MIDI keyboard with 5-pin DIN connectors will be able to send MIDI note information.

[@jemuzu0944]

@@PeteJohnsMusic Thank you sir.. God Bless

[@danidan1840]

Hello can I put rhymes in the connection of pc midi

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

I’m not sure what the question is sorry? Maybe ask over at the Create Record Release Facebook group. createrecordreleaae.com

[@HeinzeInnovate]

What app do u have on your ios to change the sounds?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

I use mostly GarageBand because it’s free and awesome.