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Nefti
Total Posts: 20
Joined 03-04-2012 status: Regular |
Just bought my first Motif XF6 about a week ago. I got to where im already making my own patterns. I have no experience in playing keyboards or anything so my notes arent exactly on beat. What i would like to do is correct those notes using the cubase it came with or with PT9. I wanna be able to use the motif in pt9 or cubase so i can edit my notes. I got a Mini Mbox that came with PT9 but it doesnt have the midi in/out. I called Samash and explain them this same problem they told me ill be just fine using a midi usb connected to the motif into my mac? Is this true? By the way they told me to use the Yamaha UX16. I ended up calling a couple days after that and some guy told me i need a audio/midi interface and told me to go with Tascam US144. I need help so i can finish this beat. Never used a workstation before so this is all new to me. Used to make beats in FL but now that i got a mac I went with Reason and Pro tools 9. Would the FW16 be necessary since i already got a audio interface? Thanks for anyone who takes the time to help i’d really appreciate it. Im Kinda lost. I dont know too much about audio/midi interfaces. |
VikasSharma
Total Posts: 1523
Joined 10-05-2010 status: Guru |
First, try an learn about the QUANTIZE feature of the Motif XF.
From the XF Reference Manual Page 146:
Also, see the following threads:
http://www.motifator.com/index.php/forum/viewthread/457809/
You can also EDIT your MIDI sequences on the Motif itself.
From the XF Reference Manual Page 179:
I’d suggest you wait for some time before getting any interface, be it the FW16E (which by the way is excellent) or any other interface. Try and learn about your Motif as much as possible before you bring the computer into picture. You can, of course, post any queries here and, I’m sure, the forum can be of help. |
Redhotpoker
Total Posts: 3601
Joined 11-18-2010 status: Guru |
Hi Nefti,
I wouldn’t be able to help you too much with your concerns. But Midi cords are often used to connect several or a couple of musical instruments together. I’m sure you will get plenty of quality assistance when ever you ask, within this great Motif Forum. Ah, enjoy your Motif and time well spent here at Motifator. Only good luck… Chas |
Nefti
Total Posts: 20
Joined 03-04-2012 status: Regular |
@VikasSharma Thanks for the links and for the advice. Ill def mess around with that Quantize and see how that works. Im def going to look more about that quantize. It’ll be nice to make a straight from the motif without using the computer. I had ordered a Yamaha UX16 Midi Cable because one of the guys from samash said this is all i needed to record my patterns from the motif into cubase or pt9. I dont know too much about this but doesnt my motif have to be connected to my mini mbox for the audio? Again Thanks for the help and Links. Oh and one of the reasons why i want to use pt9 or cubase is to use reggaeton loops because i cant find any anywhere on the motif unless i skipped it somewhere. @Redhotpoker Thanks for the welcome bro and for the good luck. I’ve never spent so much money in my tiny home studio but this is the best investment i’ve ever made. Couldn’t be any happier. |
VikasSharma
Total Posts: 1523
Joined 10-05-2010 status: Guru |
You don’t need the UX16 for recording MIDI data to your favorite DAW on a computer. The Motif XF has a built-in USB MIDI interface which is much better than using a MIDI-USB converter cable. See the following: Motif XF USB-MIDI Quick Setup Guide for Macintosh Also, read the following thread: http://www.motifator.com/index.php/forum/viewthread/458088 For recording audio to a computer, of course, an audio interface would be required. You already have the Mbox Mini, so you can use that for your audio recording to a DAW. |
Redhotpoker
Total Posts: 3601
Joined 11-18-2010 status: Guru |
Hi Nefti,
You have not only taken ownership of a marvelous piece of music technology, but also a very fine instrument, which will help you achieve many of your music goals. I look forward to reading your future posts here and watching you learn & grow as you get into the heart of the wonderful Motif XF. Hey, only pleasant experiences and many rewards for your dedication and creative spirit. Enjoy the fun and climb over those hurdles smiling… Chas |
Nefti
Total Posts: 20
Joined 03-04-2012 status: Regular |
@VikasSharma I went to the USB-MIDI Quick Setup Guide I’ve followed every step until i got stuck at the part where i select DEVICES Then Studio Manager. I Go to it, File-Setup- So I can add the XF into Workspace but my problem is is that Motif XF is not showing up on Device Editor To Add it into Workspace. Did i do something wrong? Im using the USB cable from the axiom pro49 that i have because i didnt have any other cable to use for now. I Downloaded everything that page told me to download and i installed them. What did i do wrong?? @Redhotpoker Thanks for the words once again. I never owned a workstation or a keyboard other than the Axiom Pro which i cant even compare to this because this motif is just Crazy i love it. I know i’ll love it even more once i learn about it even more. Im actually working on a beat which im pretty impressed with being that this is my first keyboard. I just need to edit it before moving on i hate working on it when i know that parts of the beat are not exactly on point. Id like to get that fixed before moving on. |
VikasSharma
Total Posts: 1523
Joined 10-05-2010 status: Guru |
> What is your OS version? > What are the versions of the various software/drivers you installed? |
Nefti
Total Posts: 20
Joined 03-04-2012 status: Regular |
Version is Mac OS X 10.6.8 And this is what i downloaded from that site you gave me.
SB-MIDI Driver for Mac OS X (10.4.11 - 10.7.x) V1.3.1
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Redhotpoker
Total Posts: 3601
Joined 11-18-2010 status: Guru |
Hi Nefti,
Chas |
Nefti
Total Posts: 20
Joined 03-04-2012 status: Regular |
Ok Im doing that right now. By the way i just received my UX16 if i do not need these than i should just return them correct? |
Nefti
Total Posts: 20
Joined 03-04-2012 status: Regular |
After downloading the zip for this i press download but it wont let me download do I gotta have the motif connected to the internet for it to upgrade because my ethernet wire is no where near the motif. Sorry for the all noob questions but i know absolutely nothing about this. |
Redhotpoker
Total Posts: 3601
Joined 11-18-2010 status: Guru |
Hi Nefti,
You might try here.
When you have it open, then drag and drop “only the actual “OS v1.30” into a usb thumb drive, which you will have inserted to your computer, then place that thumb drive in the back of your Motif and follow the directions you read. It should be an easy proceure, even without previous knowledge of this operation.
Chas |
Nefti
Total Posts: 20
Joined 03-04-2012 status: Regular |
I put the whole file into a usb, took the usb out the mac, turned off the motif, I put the usb into Device, I turned on the motif and nothing happened. I followed these steps
“How to check the version of your MOTIF XF
I Did exactly this and it doesnt show me anything but volume n other things… |
Redhotpoker
Total Posts: 3601
Joined 11-18-2010 status: Guru |
Hi Nefti,
You must unzip the file before you ‘place the OS v 1.3 only’ on your thumbdrive. Then insert the thumbdrive in the Motif.
I do appologize for my quirky instructions.
Thanks Chas |
Bad_Mister
Total Posts: 36620
Joined 07-30-2002 status: Moderator |
To be very clear:
The USB stick must be in the TO DEVICE slot (check)
While the unit is powered down, you must hold the following two buttons (the instructions you posted are how to check your version - NOT how to do the UPDATE!!!!!)
Hold [UTILITY] + [UP CURSOR]
Wait while it boots up in UPDATER mode, it will take its time and search for the file. If you have properly placed it in the ROOT DIRECTORY of the USB stick all will proceed automatically… be patient .... once the file is located (all automatic) the update will proceed. Relax - it will inform you when it is finished by saying “COMPLETED! PLEASE REBOOT.” |