MIDI CONTROLLERS - My hardware faders and knobs

[@mookcity5781]

Imagine if every teacher was as good as Guy!? Enthusiastic, fun, engaging. Love this channel!

[@BackSlashJvb125]

I want him as my teacher

[@MrMusicopath]

his videos are good but i find him fucking annoying, i end closing the video before it ends

[@wooster7571]

Yeah it's a long journey to get anywhere with him

[@robZzdaboss]

Unfortunately math Is not the same as music... If I was a math teacher I'd be a dick too. Unlike math, most people like music and if you don't, you're dead inside and I don't trust you, the same way I don't trust people that don't like pizza.

[@serteres32]

That is why YT has become the best school and university!

[@scottyharp]

Guy is always a ray of sunshine in his sun filled shed! Who we REALLY need in these gloomy times!

[@johnwade7430]

Hey Guy - a new career beckons: Children’s TV!1;-) Better yet - call the show the Boris Pick me-up show or something...

[@skelligringphotographyandw7012]

@@johnwade7430 You might be surprised by how much he knows about TV and radio presenting, from both his own experience and that of his very famous parents.

[@AllanGildea]

Guy, you're an absolute tonic. Thank you so much!

[@DavidSJ_DAP]

Sometimes, after a particularly fatiguing day, the unbridled enthusiasm of Guy Michelmore is the perfect medicine...

[@JLXcellent]

We have at least 2 things in common: 1) I prefer tactile controllers over virtual/touch and 2) My first rule of technology is that it has to look good in the dark! Cheers :-)

[@cwgochris71]

Finally! For years I've been watching various music makers on KZbin and nobody has ever done a talk about MIDI controllers. Thanks Guy, you're the best!

[@Jamie-B]

My favourite Guy on KZbin. Always great when you post a new video, mate.

[@enado18]

Perfect timing, I started browsing yesterday for a better way to tweak EQ, automation, etc. than my mouse. Thanks for this Guy!

[@samvitpremsinghal9460]

If you use logic you can get logic controller for iPhone/iPad and use faders and cool stuff there. Idk if it’s customisable as in assigning different CC things toit but it works for mixing and all

[@cesmcmyth]

Lucky you! I have waited for this vid for moooonths! 👌🤣

[@guitboxgeek]

You've mentioned some of your controllers before, but I've been looking forward to a deeper dive!

[@Charlie_Echo]

Not sure if that keyboard wanted a deeper dive though XD

[@Mr_Crumbly]

When you were waving your arms about manically doing an excellent impression of a DJ who's had one too many Trebor Mints, it reminded me of a Scottish/Borders expression: Giving it Laldy! Thanks again for your time and enthusiasm.

[@elisabethvannebo3239]

A good blend with useful knowledge, lovely humor, a real British man and authenticity, thank you very much Guy

[@contemplativecomposer5983]

Absolutely love the energy of this 'Guy' But Seriously, I have been watching this channel for a long time now :D Such a character... and I have learned so much. Thanks Guy

[@stiffiron]

Very useful video for me! I don't know much at all about MIDI and controllers, so having those things explained is great. 😀

[@bobhume2087]

Thanks for all the information and insight! My stay sane summer project has been recording an album of original singer / songwriter tunes (not film score ... sorry ...) and the learning I've done on your channel has come in handy an incalculable number of times. Much appreciated!!!

[@ThinkSpaceEducation]

You're welcome!

[@DThompson55]

I never understood MIDI learn before. There are gems in all of your videos.

[@kurtbestormusic]

Guy - as a composer/arranger for 4 decades, I hope to always have the curiosity for learning new things - as you seem to. Thanks for putting a little "extra" into your videos. Just don't drink a Red Bull before filming! Cheers and keep it up!

[@bobe.thomas]

Another video that's all about your video - audio setup for making your videos -- your work is excellent and it all looks very simple and clear, which obviously means that you have organized some complicated tech in such a way so that it all comes across to us as a "simple" process... thanks!

[@steverose3860]

Another controller that works on an old iPad here is Metagrid, which has pre configured buttons for Logic, Cubase, FCPX, Dorico etc. Totally user configurable as well, it's been a useful addition here in my studio.

[@gonrak8796]

I am so glad the Keystation 88 still works, if I still had hair, I would have ripped them off my head when I saw what you did ! :D

[@mabian69]

Never heard such a "clean" sound from an M-Audio Keyboard before :D

[@persiandrunkard]

I like Guy’s sense of humor, nice channel

[@watercolourmark]

I recall reading years ago about cleaning a qwerty computer keyboard by putting it in the dishwasher. The article did state that it wasn't recommended but was a fast way to get your keyboard pristine. So I tried it and the keyboard came out perfect, and after leaving it to dry out it worked perfectly. I wouldn't do it to any of my expensive keyboards, but I would do it again if I ever had a cheap keyboard that needed a deep clean.

[@KevinEDolan]

I mostly have no idea what he's talking about when he demonstrates techy-MIDI-controller stuff (you don't have to be a millionaire to afford & use such toys, but it helps... I still create & use soundfonts for that reason [if and when my PC with its Audigy soundcard works]) but he is irresistable even so. You can tell he once worked in local (English, Anglian) TV media. I'm British, & his parents (popular national radio & TV presenters) were familiar to me from my childhood. He may be a maniac, but he is a born teacher.

[@thesoundkid9118]

oh, finally I found very enthusiastic and expressive midi controllers review. So unique presentation.

[@raincells]

Stumbled on this video and checked out some others. These are really well done and agree with the comments below. You make learning fun! Thank you for posting.

[@DonnDeVoreMusic]

brilliant! i love my 10 year old Akai MPK88 so much i just bought another one! :D great feeling hammer action keybed, full sized faders, button, knobs, transport controls, 16 velocity sens pads with note repeat, arpeggiator... weighing in at 34kg it's a real beast!

[@colinaguiar9682]

All hail Keystation 88. You made me actually laugh out loud. Thanks Guy

[@markstudioproductions6669]

Thank you for that awesome video.. You taught me orchestration with the other videos and now you're telling me what exactly to get. I got a Nanokontrol2. And after that Keystation 88 "durability test😂" I bought a Keystation too and they're awesome. Truely Thank you!! and for keyswitches later on I would probably go for a Novation Launchpad Mini because it's programmable for cc switches as well as notes and the difference between an Akai APC Mini is very marginal

[@rockstarjazzcat]

The ergonomics and real world experience of cc assignment... Super helpful. Thanks in advance for going deeper with it all. Shame the tape was peeling. I would like to see the specifics of your assignment choices and the reasoning behind each. Cheers, Daniel, Denver

[@rockstarjazzcat]

And ouch on chlorine and circuitry. 😬

[@ThinkSpaceEducation]

CC 1 - 7- 11 - 18 - 21 - 22 - 23 so mod wheel vol expression and then the CCs spitfire use most often

[@rockstarjazzcat]

@@ThinkSpaceEducation You're the best, Guy! Thanks. Useful to get a sample from lots of folks in guiding experiments at times when I'd rather be experimenting with melody. :)

[@franklinkoo3468]

Now you've got to take the upright into the pool and see if it still works afterwards. :)

[@MarkBowenPiano]

Whilst nothing will ever completely replace a hardware unit, if you don't have the cash to splash then take a look at TouchOSC. A fantastic little app for the iPhone / iPad (better on iPad as more space but one purchase gets it for both devices). Allows you to setup your own controller app so you can change whatever you like whenever you like it. I'm currently in the process however of making my own hardware controller using an Arduino. Very easy to do with the Surface Controller Midi library available and very cheap to do. Also get the satisfaction of having made it myself. Also love knowing how things work so if they go wrong I can fix them.

[@jsmutek]

Your keyboard exploits remind me of the scene in Tim Hill's 2007 Alvin & The Chipmunks film, where Dave throws his keyboard and recording gear out in the rain, then later on brings it back inside and records a hit jam w/ Alvin & Co. :)

[@godofdefeat]

"It might just explode" thanks for making my day Guy :)

[@bassManDavis1953]

A-mazing Guy, never ever thought the keyboard would ever work again, so cool.

[@Curious_Skeptic]

I would love to see a Stream Deck design that has knobs instead of buttons!!! Just think how cool that would be! It would be amazing. I am shocked this doesn't exist out there somewhere. You'd have a 32 OLED type Rotary knob set up that was fully programmable to each induvial VST! It's tempting to build such a beast myself via the Stream Deck. Would need really small rotary dials though as to not block the whole display area. Native Should come out with this! The tech is dirt cheap, and the demand would be immediate! Who wouldn't want a fully programmable OLED type rotary knob board!? Right now, the only thing close is the NI Maschines, S series MK2, with the 2 LCD screens and labels for each knob. Overlay templates are PITA, but something that instantly adjusts as you switch VSTs? I'd buy that at just about any price.

[@Curious_Skeptic]

@Shawn Strong The price of the CT is too close to a Mpc one or such. The standard is 279.00 I think. Not that bad, but only 6 knobs. 8 would be just prefect. It's a neat device at the price point.

[@The_Digital_Arts_World]

I agree. Expected a deeper dive and more towards just midi controllers.

[@chrisw1462]

Sign the Keystation in gold sharpie and put it up on eBay for sale.. Bet you get a nice bit o' bank. :-)

[@vidunderlyd]

Using software like MidiPipe, I have remapped the CCs of the AKAI APC mini faders to CC1 CC11 and CC7. Works great

[@poorter3847]

Love the enthusiasm! 😊 👍

[@danielstartek1497]

The iCON Platform M+ is the best piece of kit I ever purchased!

[@patrickarend8707]

Excellent video! Keep up the great work. I have a bit of an obsession with midi controllers. Hardware or software. Midi learn in CUBASE has gave me much joy.

[@butterbagboy]

One of my all time faves is my trusty old peavey pc1600

[@garygimmestad4272]

After what seems like an eternal search for a simple CC fader controller, I've finally found one. 8 assignable faders. That's it. That's all I want. 4 would do but I'm sure I'll find uses for the others. It will fit nicely on the big blank space on my Komplete Kontrol S88 (where NI should have put faders, right?). $99 + $15 worldwide shipping. It's the MC-8 from Nakedboards out of Moscow. Shipping is 2 to 3 weeks. Reviewers on KZbin are happy with their products.

[@IceLocus]

The Native Instruments Komplete M32 is cheap, decently compact, and has several knobs for midi control!

[@BrianLanders]

M32 is pretty good, but it's annoying because you can't customize the two ribbon controls (only the knobs and pedal inputs)

[@IceLocus]

@@BrianLanders yeah. I started pairing it with a Roli Lightblock for that.

[@IceLocus]

@@dbmusicproductions9181 yes you can use it as an XYZ (Z being pressure), or as faders.

[@JuniorIlek]

Hey Guy thank you for sharing your video review for Cubase Elements. Because of that video I at least can say I'm Semi-Familliar with the program.

[@BIOS-berlin_institute_of_sound]

Birds everywhere. Ravens in the garden, Raven in the Studio. :D

[@Amanda-yl1oz]

omg i love you. "BUTTONS!" This guys gets it.

[@Skykingsound]

Exactly the video I needed. I've been in the market for an honest opinion about controllers, various controllers, how they're used, and if they're right for me. Thank you very much. I'd love a video on how to set up a controller with VST plugins like channel strips.

[@robertphilip1832]

Ahh finally, "Hello everybody"! I missed that.

[@Raiv1980]

Hi Guy, glad your doing well.

[@ChrisOSheaUK]

Yes, Stephen, you are ravin' mad .... :D

[@adampetley9618]

Brilliant thank you Guy great fun as usual. Thanks for the nod on the S88. It’s fantastic.

[@knuckles1006]

You also have a MAIN STUDIO. That's two more studios than I have. Well, maybe someday. Love your videos.

[@mattstaples]

Great video Guy! Worth the wait to see your Stream Deck implementation, might not chuck my MIDI keyboard in the bath just yet but it is made by M-Audio so never say never!

[@KishoreRana567]

Fuckin love this guy, i see my crazyness in him near all the electronics synths and midiboards

[@gavinpeters9531]

love your enthusiasm, definitely on the same wavelength!! The interface revolution is happening

[@murraywebster1228]

Ha! Been on the mixing desk with hundreds of knobs for forty years, nice to hear from a musician what people think of me ! 🤪

[@pjdahmen]

Great tutorial and well done

[@jeanpierre1108]

Great energy - For that, I subscribed!!!

[@seanbeeson3853]

Yes flashy lights are very important , Now you just need one that goes BING !!!

[@deetee3064]

Hi guy, love your videos and find your enthusiasm is infectious. Although after you bought the S88 I took the plunge and got the S61 and love it. Are you using komplete kontrol or just loading vst stand-alone , would be interested to see any midi maps you have created

[@juancarlosusquiano8051]

I love your energy and dynamics!! I would love to have an studio like yours as well..

[@hughchapman5319]

I like the Novation launch control and launch control xl

[@kevroberts8147]

Wow,I can’t believe that keyboard still works after it’s underwater escapades.Why don’t you raffle it to your subscribers.Just think of all that beer money you would get Guy.Its a win win situation.You would get lots of money and one of us would get that keyboard from the great man himself.😀

[@ThinkSpaceEducation]

I was pleassed it came back to life

[@criticalanalystcommentary]

love your wit and quirkiness :)

[@Seafox0011]

Stream Deck is a great time saver once you've setup your preferred button assignments. The hidden power of it is being able to layer button folders so you effectively can have infinite button assignments!

[@ThinkSpaceEducation]

Yes I havent done that yet but I love it so far

[@praveenchaddha]

Guy, you are the best brother... learning is so much fun with you...thanks !🙏🏽

[@itsKaceMusic]

i dont want to be the one to correct you or want to be rude at all cause you're way better than me in any shape or form but i just wanted to point out that MIDI standard has total values upto 128 not 127, where 0 is also a value being counted as null. IM SORRY ONCE AGAIN FOR CORRECTING!!!!

[@ThinkSpaceEducation]

I always get that wrong. Thank you for pointing it out - not remotely offended to be corrected!

[@itsKaceMusic]

@@ThinkSpaceEducation phew! I'm relieved! thanks for this amazing video, Guy :)

[@GregLassalle2015]

Love your vids and tutorials Guy. Informative and entertaining, and always delivered with such infectious energy. Thank you so much. 🙏🏾🌞

[@Eric-pu7lp]

His the coolest guy iv seen today

[@WhoIsOP]

Thank you so much for this video dude! Now i can get something done before baby wakes up :D

[@jeanpierrecarpentier]

Learning can be fun,, you are living proof of it 😇

[@mvo5720]

Who needs a vaccine when Guy's about. Great stuff, a tonic for the nation.

[@michaelstram]

That black magic switcher is nice!! I need to find a Display Port switcher!!

[@hermes_logios]

Korg also makes the NanoKontrol Studio, a larger version of the slim one shown here. It's very good. Longer faders. Comes with some cool software, has Bluetooth, programmable. Not nearly as nice as the Icon Platform M+, but it's one-third of the price, so that's to be expected.

[@jayfunk5988]

So glad I found this 😊

[@1letrasdecanciones]

dude you are my hero HOW GOOD VIBES

[@ArtmanBass]

Guy, if you use Logic Pro and own an iPad, try using the Logic Remote app on the iPad. There are all sorts of helpful controls including a keyboard for portability. Not hardware, but pretty good.

[@xavicosta3014]

The "underwater keyboard" thing was uncalled for. There might be people who cannot even afford it or have to work a lot in order to get one. Still, great channel.

[@AirwaveMusic]

Huy Guy. I see your fader banks on the left. I can only recommend the Maschine Jam controller to replace that. You'd be amazed by what you can do with this gem of a device. On top of that you'd get More Toys with Maschine :-D. Kind regards

[@kadmus78]

I've subscribed a few months ago, so you can stop pointing that finger at me. Your videos are fun to watch, even if (sometimes) I already know the things that you're presenting.

[@nonchai]

watching this right now.. you're making my day! - controllerism is WHERE ITS AT!!! ( sort of ) ... if only NI would fix the KK88 mk II software and produce improved versions that are a little more thought out... Komplete Kontrol.... half arsed... imho.

[@CelebratAudio]

love this guy

[@felipeconceicaodasilva2932]

I was shocked to see that the keyboard worked! I have the same model, keystation 88 and It just stoped working this year out of nothing :( so frustrating, anyone can help? Love your energy btw! Good Job!

[@pblais404]

Hi Guy.... Great video. What are the chances of getting a video of your Stream Deck setup. Awesome stuff I am signed up for two of the ThinkSpace courses... Cheers Pierre from Pembroke NH, USA.... Hey Guy... I did a screen capture of your setup during your video. I think I can figure out how to do what you did but what are the chances of getting your icons please? Thanks in advance I do have a question.. I can make everything else work... but I can't make the cycle or loop button (numpad /) work in Cubase 10.5. It goes on and off with repeated presses of numpad / key but if I program that into the Stream Deck, nothing happens... Thanks

[@daniel-5377]

Thank you, Guy, this is inspiring!

[@bmsmusician]

I'm using an old iPad with a custom TouchOSC layout I've configured with CC-faders, buttons for shortcuts, jog wheel etc. It takes some time to setup but it works really nice! I had the icon platform but the software for programming the faders were a nightmare to setup for me.

[@rafaelhernandez5550]

Hi, I would like to know if you recomendation the Icon M+ for controll Spitfire strings library?

[@ftgmusicstation491]

Grandpa,can you make a review of akai mpk mini mk3? Because I hope you'll give the experienced and professional and deeeeep review than those other youtubers☺

[@andrewreeds1524]

C'mon man, he's old but still has a swag to him. As far as I know, he's the best composer on KZbin beside Junkie XL, who still look pretty damn cool.

[@JW-pz9xp]

I have a Beringer umx 61 and Edirol ur80. Marvellous.

[@geemag42]

Lol 2 days ago I was thinking about making a comment asking you to do a video on this topic. GREAT MINDS.

[@DavidTerrill]

Great video but absolutely deadly. I already have a cupboard full of midi gear and 5 minutes into this I already find myself wanting to add to it.

[@nfwaeft]

i wish i'd had him as my music teacher back in school

[@owenspottiswoode5936]

I bought an s88 mk2 last week only to have it stolen from me by the couriers who were supposed to be delivering it. Funnily enough, I'm now having to revert back to my ancient and temperamental Keystation 88! I don't have a swimming pool, unfortunately, but maybe I'll take a bath with it and see if it does the same trick for me as it did for you!

[@ThinkSpaceEducation]

NO! That's awful

[@owenspottiswoode5936]

@@ThinkSpaceEducation I know! I'm not keen on baths either!

[@owenspottiswoode5936]

(But in all seriousness, thanks for the sympathy - I'm taking the fight to Hermes so I hope to get some sort of redress)

[@ChrisYarger]

I would say that the Behringer x touch mini is a better deal then the nanokontrol 2. It has feedback on the knobs and buttons. Costs about 5 quid more. is a better build quality, and programable

[@ohmnemusic1606]

Love that energy man cool videos keep doing that!!

[@RigzoTV]

FYI - You can drop your computer or any controller on your desk and dry properly and it'll still works.

[@rdmvid11]

Guy, refreshing as always just started deep dive into controllers will be checking out the Icon / Platform & thanks for your advanced product testing with M Audio Key Station 88 next time the salt water challenge ;-)

[@connormichalec]

Hmm might need to get one of these, tired of fiddling around with the mouse

[@kurttomlinsoncompositions1067]

"Today we are going to be looking at knobs" And then my video buffered 😂

[@petehanratty950]

Thanks to Guy I just had to have the StreamDeck XL. It's sitting on my desk now and I'm loving it so far. I'm sure I've only scratched the surface (get it?). I would love to see a deeper dive into what Guy uses it for. I've got DAW control down, but what else will this madman think of?