Next to none.
...midi files.
Yes. Just make midi and audio file, press the red record button on both tracks.
The file extension for MIDI Files is: .MIDA MIDI File is a 'data file'. That is, there are no sounds or audio contained in the MIDI File , just a digital set of instructions. The MIDI File data is sent to a receiving sound source like a MIDI File Player (such as the MERISH PLUS, X-Light) or through software based MIDI sequencing programs like Sonar and Cubase (for PC) and Logic, GarageBand and Pro Tools for Mac.
is a midi keyboard a processor?
Autotune is an audio effect (not MIDI) One solution would be to ... 1. export / render the MIDI track out as an audio track 2. import the rendered Audio track back into cubase... 3. Apply autotune (or Melodyne) to the Audio version of the track et voila
It doesn't play midi files
yes, as long as you have midi controller compatible software... ableton.. vdj.. cubase whatever.
Yes, you need a cable for your keyboard, usually a MIDI.
Here's what you need:1: MIDI File sound module2: MIDI sequencing program3: MIDI keyboard controller4: PC, MAC or IOS tablet (iPad, Galaxy etc)5: USB or MIDI Interface6: Professional and licensed MIDI FilesConnect a MIDI File sound module (like the Merish PLUS) or a MIDI synthesizer to a computer, iPad or other tablet via a MIDI interface like the Edirol UM and many other affordable interfaces. These are available at your local musical instrument store.The other part set up is a good MIDI sequencing program.For MAC, we recommend checking out Logic Express, Logic Studio or Cubase. For PC, try Sonar or Cubase. Mac users who want to do serious work with MIDI should not use Garageband. It's free but lacks the essential editing windows (like an event editor, score page) needed to create and tweak a MIDI File.If you are using a MIDI sound module, then adding a MIDI controller keyboard will make entering MIDI data and playing in parts a breeze.Where to get your gear?You get legal and licensed MIDI Files guaranteed to work and already formatted to 'Load & Play' in any General MIDI device.Software: For Logic, visit the Apple store. For Cubase, Sonar, go to their respective web sites for a dealer in your area.MIDI Keyboard Controller and USB/MIDI interface - From your local music store.
You can convert MIDI files to scores using music notation software like Finale or Sibelius. These programs can import MIDI files and display them as sheet music that you can edit and print.
If your keyboard has USB output, just connect that to your computer.
Many MIDI files on the internet are free and legal to download. Theoretically, a MIDI version of a popular song could be called a "derivative work" and be considered a form of copyright infringement, but I doubt that anyone cares that much about MIDI files anymore.