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Re: [SEGA MD / GEN] GenMDM SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive MIDI Interface

2013-05-23T07:11:55Z

I would suggest starting with some that will sound quite obvious, such as:

* Preset Instrument Setting Recall from RAM CC# 9
* FM Algorithm    CC# 14
* FM Feedback CC# 15
* Multiple OP 1    CC# 20
* Multiple OP 2    CC# 21
* Multiple OP 3    CC# 22
* Multiple OP 4    CC# 23

Re: [SEGA MD / GEN] GenMDM SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive MIDI Interface

2013-05-23T06:11:00Z

If i really hit the Keyboard hard.. (i mean extremely hard), the GenMdm will make a sound. The Velocifier doesnt work.
I set up the Keyboard the right way, its just the velocity i guess

aaah.. i got it.. had to set the Note Min to 0 in the velocifier (because Note Min sets the minimum of velocity for notes that the Plugin will handle).
So now its working.. yay.. just need to set up some CC# to my knobs.. which are the most common ones to play around with ?
Thank you seb

Re: [SEGA MD / GEN] GenMDM SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive MIDI Interface

2013-05-23T05:55:11Z

Try adding the Velocifier JS / MIDI effect to the MIDI track, and set the minimum to 127:

Re: [SEGA MD / GEN] GenMDM SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive MIDI Interface

2013-05-23T05:51:25Z

A velocity of 60 should still work, but it will be VERY quiet (GenMDM is sensitive to velocity, velocities of 90 - 127 already give a large range of volume). It's just the way it is with the FM synthesis and the way that it works and is mapped. :S

Is the keyboard triggering any notes at all? Is the keyboard enabled as a MIDI device? Is the keyboard enabled as a track input device with a MIDI track? Is the output of the MIDI track routed to GenMDM?

Re: [SEGA MD / GEN] GenMDM SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive MIDI Interface

2013-05-23T05:45:36Z

Ah.. think i found out.. its a velocity thing.. when i draw a note as midi pattern velocity is at 127.. when i play it on the keyboard it is around 60.. that doesnt seem to work with the genmdm

Re: [SEGA MD / GEN] GenMDM SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive MIDI Interface

2013-05-23T05:37:29Z

I am using a Axiom Pro 25 from M-Audio.
The keyboard is connected via USB, the GenMDM is connected to the Midi Out of the Soundcard. The Keyboards routed through the Midi Out of the soundcard. I use Reaper as Sequencer.

Re: [SEGA MD / GEN] GenMDM SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive MIDI Interface

2013-05-23T05:34:39Z

You can see a list of all available parameters here:
http://little-scale.com/GENMDM/GENMDM_1 … DM_102.txt

Re: [SEGA MD / GEN] GenMDM SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive MIDI Interface

2013-05-23T05:32:38Z

I assume, then, that your computer sequencer is connected via traditional MIDI and not USB? (Sorry, I just want to make sure I have a clear picture in my head!)

To change parameters with GenMDM, it is a matter of sending MIDI continuous controller messages.

What sort of keyboard are you using?

Re: [SEGA MD / GEN] GenMDM SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive MIDI Interface

2013-05-23T05:29:59Z

Hello..
I already set the jumper to internal Voltage.. so i didnt connect USB at all.
It plays the sound when turning on the Sega, also i was able to play it with drawing a midi pattern in my sequencer, but directly playing it via the keyboard was not working.
I am still a little confused on how to change parameters on the GenMDM
I also donated to Aly James because he stated that the FMDrive will work with the GenMDM.
Thanks

Re: [SEGA MD / GEN] GenMDM SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive MIDI Interface

2013-05-23T05:01:52Z

Hi RyuX,
I've tested your unit out with both USB and DIN MIDI connections, so I am confident that it *can* work.

Now, did you set the jumper on the GenMDM? If so, did you unplug the USB before doing so? And if so, once you connect the GenMDM to the SEGA (without USB but with the jumper) do you find that the sound comes on?

Cheers,

- Seb

Re: [SEGA MD / GEN] GenMDM SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive MIDI Interface

2013-05-22T18:58:00Z

Hello.. got my GenMDM.. hooked it up.. only was able to play some notes via a midi pattern.. could not directly control it via the keyboard yet.. Is there a manual out at the moment ?
Thanks guys.. cant wait to use this FM Beast

Re: [SEGA MD / GEN] GenMDM SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive MIDI Interface

2013-05-22T15:52:06Z

So far GENMDM works like a charm! with FMDrive Vsti as a controller it is total fun !!
(controller version will be available for FMDrive users with GENMDM 103)

Here is a little fake CSM mode using only SSG for vox type effect
(fast SSG envelope can act similar to the auto key on/ off in CSM mode)

Re: [SEGA MD / GEN] GenMDM SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive MIDI Interface

2013-05-20T11:59:36Z

This morning free time:
Tribute to Yuzo Koshiro on FMDrive
http://soundcloud.com/alyjameslab/ninja … mdrive-vst

Once you have the basics for the CSM working, I will talk with you on a possible way to implement a wav to csm speech...
that your coding knowledge should handle
// Wav vocal sample >> FFT analyse >> Formant Freqs >> MIDI
4 main formants in the speech>> FRQ to operators Fnumber >> midi pitch or notes
4 levels for the power of spectrum >> Db to operators TL >> midi volume or TL(cc)

These should output 4 midi files for OP4,3,2 and 1

Re: [SEGA MD / GEN] GenMDM SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive MIDI Interface

2013-05-20T11:49:17Z

Speaking of time, I'm really looking forward to having some time to add the CSM stuff to GenMDM!

Re: [SEGA MD / GEN] GenMDM SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive MIDI Interface

2013-05-20T11:47:46Z

little-scale wrote:

One man's trash is another man's treasure etc.

Xactly.

I love your releases by the way, that experimental vibe is very deep
I am looking forward to make a release with all these new chip vibes...It is kind of refreshing to include this new side of music I haven't explored yet.
when I will find some TIME...