Continuous Controllers in the MIDI Specification
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120-127: Mode Messages
Above 119, Controller messages are considered Òmode messagesÓ, and have specific functions that address an en-
tire instrument, rather than a single voice.
Decimal Hex Name Applications and notes
120
78
All Sound Off
Instantly mutes the sound without changing the Volume
(Controller 07)
121 79
Reset All Controllers
Set all Controllers (and Pitchbend) to their initial or default
values.
122 7A
Local Control Off
“De-couples” control surface (keyboard) and sound-produc-
ing circuits for use with sequencers.
123 7B
All Notes Off
Turns off or forces into the release segment of their envelopes
all sounding notes.
124 7C
Omni Off
Takes instrument out of Omni mode (so it can receive on one
or more individual channels).
125 7D
Omni On
Puts instrument into Omni mode (it will play all incoming
MIDI data, regardless of channel).
126 7E
Mono On
Puts instrument in Mono mode, in which only one note can
play per channel. Used for solo instruments.
127 7F
Poly On
Puts instrument in Poly mode, in which multiple notes can
play per channel (the usual way things are done!)
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