trying to insert a softsynth/midi track -ACID Product Family

Subject:trying to insert a softsynth/midi track Posted by: mortalengines Date:2/19/2005 12:02:12 PM Ok, I am having a tough time figuring out how to sequence my software synth. I can't seem to get the piano roll sequencer or my actual keyboard to play the inserted softsynth (native instruments pro 53 express) but I can play the synth with my mouse in the properties window. I know that I am missing something but not sure what it is.
Subject:RE: trying to insert a softsynth/midi track Reply by: Iacobus Date:2/19/2005 12:20:57 PM Is the MIDI track itself routed properly to the Pro 53? Is "enable real-time MIDI" enabled? (Options > Real-Time MIDI) Make sure that your MIDI input is enabled on the MIDI tab under Options > Preferences. Iacobus ------- RodelWorks - Original Music for the Unafraid Buy Instant ACID by JohnnyRoy and mD! Now! mD at ACIDplanet
Subject:RE: trying to insert a softsynth/midi track Reply by: mortalengines Date:2/19/2005 6:56:35 PM I did all of that & what is happening is that I am designating my soundcard midi input but the OK button is not accessible (It is obsured by my taskbar) does anyone know how to get around this I can't click ok for my soundcard designations (ASIO drivers) or midi input & it is driving me crazy - either shrinking my taskbar or shrinking the option/preferences window so I can click OK on my changes.
Subject:RE: trying to insert a softsynth/midi track Reply by: MJhig Date:2/19/2005 9:17:38 PM Make sure your display resolution is a minimum of 800 x 600 (right-click a blank area of the desktop > Properties > Settings). Right-click the Acid icon > Properties > Compatibility > make sure Run in 640 x 480 is not checked. You can right-click the taskbar > Properties and check Auto-hide the taskbar. MJ
Subject:RE: trying to insert a softsynth/midi track Reply by: JohnnyRoy Date:2/19/2005 9:19:38 PM It sounds like you need to switch your screen resolution to be a little higher. I would recommend 1024x768 at a minimum. (even if it’s just to press the OK button and get ACID all set up and then turn it back down again). What resolution are you running at 800x600? ~jr
Subject:RE: trying to insert a softsynth/midi track Reply by: mortalengines Date:2/19/2005 10:36:26 PM yeah, theat was pretty much it. running at low res... after dinking around for like, an hour after posting I figured out how to "auto hide" the task bar & now all is well in Denmark (or Portland, OR...whatever) Thanks for the replies & I am sure that I will have more questions soon. I just bought Native Instruments Reaktor Session & hope this works ok as a VST instrument, as the express keyboards are ok for starters but not quite there, if you know what I mean.

Subject:trying to insert a softsynth/midi track

Date:2/19/2005 12:02:12 PM

Ok, I am having a tough time figuring out how to sequence my software synth. I can't seem to get the piano roll sequencer or my actual keyboard to play the inserted softsynth (native instruments pro 53 express) but I can play the synth with my mouse in the properties window. I know that I am missing something but not sure what it is.