Most modern MIDI devices come with a USB link that passes the MIDI signal to the USB socket of the computer. If a USB connection is not available then a MIDI to USB adapter (See links below) can be added to connect the standard MIDI sockets to the USB socket. These are widely available from various manufacturers at varying prices. The Mac usually recognises when a MIDI device is connected but they can be configured with the Audio & MIDI setup utility found in the Utilities folder within the Applications folder.
To connect and use a MIDI keyboard for music production, you need to connect the keyboard to your computer using a MIDI cable or USB connection. Then, open a digital audio workstation (DAW) software like Ableton Live or Logic Pro, and select the MIDI keyboard as the input device. You can then use the keyboard to play virtual instruments, record MIDI notes, and control various parameters in your music production software.
Logic Pro is a digital audio workstation and MIDI sequencer software application for the Mac OS X platform. Originally created by German software developer Emagic, Logic Pro became an Apple product when Apple bought Emagic in 2002. Logic Pro is part of Apple's Logic Studio bundle of professional music applications.
A Ensoniq KS-32 can be used as a MIDI controller. If you are using an audio interface that has MIDI ports, connect the MIDI Out of the Ensoniq to the Interface's MIDI In. If you don't have a MIDI port on your interface (such as with the Mbox Mini) you will have to buy a USB MIDI interface (they're about $40.00).
MIDI stands for Musical Instrument Digital Interface and allows you to connect any electronic instrument to your computer so that using software, such as Logic or Reason, you can create, record and edit your own music.
Apple Logic Pro is compatible with a range of hardware, including Mac computers running macOS. It supports various audio interfaces, MIDI controllers, and external instruments that conform to standard protocols like MIDI and USB. Additionally, Logic Pro performs well with Apple’s own hardware, such as MacBook Pro and iMac, particularly those with M1 or M2 chips for optimal performance. Users should also consider using compatible audio plugins and sample libraries to enhance their production experience.
To connect a MIDI keyboard to a PC for music production, you will need a MIDI-to-USB cable or a MIDI interface. Connect the MIDI out port on the keyboard to the MIDI in port on the interface or cable, then connect the USB end to your PC. Install any necessary drivers, select the MIDI keyboard as an input device in your music production software, and you're ready to start creating music.
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.
Logic Express was discontinued in 2011 when it was replaced with the Logic Pro by Apple. Information on the MIDI based program can be found in the Apple tutorials at the Apple website as well as on their help forums. The Logic Express is still operational and can be used on all current Mac formats.
If it's a very cheap keyboard, it may not have a midi out; but assuming it has, the easiest way is to get a midi to usb adaptor and connect using that.
You can connect a USB B device to a MIDI 5-pin interface using a USB to MIDI adapter cable. This cable will have a USB B connector on one end to plug into your device, and a MIDI 5-pin connector on the other end to connect to the MIDI interface.
Try using the MIDI audio interface. There are also MIDI USB that you can just connect from your Synthesizer to your computer.Hope this help.
To connect a MIDI device to your PC, you will need a MIDI interface or a USB MIDI cable. Simply plug one end of the interface or cable into your MIDI device and the other end into a USB port on your PC. You may need to install drivers for the MIDI device to work properly with your computer.