How to connect midi keyboard with audio interface

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When connecting midi keyboard to audio interface, sometimes the midi keyboard will be recognized by the computer. Still, sometimes there might be some problems like the midi keyboard can’t be identified, or midi signal can’t be passed to the software. But no worries using our guide; we will explain how to connect midi keyboard with audio interface.

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What do you need to connect midi keyboard with audio interface?

The first thing you will be doing is connecting the midi keyboard cable to the audio interface. After you have the midi cable and interface connected, the midi keyboard’s signal will naturally come into the audio interface. Once you connect both, the keyboard will be recognized by software so you can play music with your favorite midi keyboard.

  • Turn on midi keyboard
  • Turn on audio interface
  • Open the software that you want to use with midi keyboard
  • Press play or record on your midi keyboard
  • Starting recording
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