MIDEX-8
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What can I do if my Multi Mode Instruments cause Timing
Problems?
Many MIDI sound modules – especially Multi Mode instruments (i.e. in-
struments that receive data on up to 16 MIDI channels) – do have prob-
lems with their processing speed when they receive large amounts of
data. As a result, delays occur between receiving a MIDI command and
its execution, which can cause noticeable timing problems.
In spite of its LTB processing, the MIDEX-8 can of course not compen-
sate for this kind of delay, which is caused by the technical characteris-
tics of the corresponding sound module.
So, what solutions are available when you encounter this problem?
• If possible, route MIDI tracks that should play back simultaneously to many dif-
ferent sound modules.
• Create a “thinner” stream of data. Besides note commands, MIDI data also
contains a lot of “continuous” data, which is created and sent by controllers like
the modulation wheel, the pitch controller etc. This type of data increases the
load on the receiving device, but much of it can be filtered out without
negative impact on the sound. Cubase e.g. offers the “Reduce Controller Data”
function for this purpose.
• Avoid the transfer of system-exclusive data.
• If you use a sequencer that can also record audio, you can separately play back
individual MIDI Tracks and record each as an audio file.
Connecting the MIDEX-8 and other USB devices to one USB Port?
You should avoid to connect USB devices with fluctuating bandwidth
requirements to the same USB port as the MIDEX-8. If this can’t be
avoided, try to make sure that these devices are not used at the same
time as the MIDEX-8.
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