1 Reply by JYentes

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Thanks for the reply!  I think that going with the Atari at this point would be more of an aesthetic choice than anything else, but also because I have heard that they allow you to use hardware synths with very low latency....though most of my hardware synthing will be done from a purely compositional standpoint, so I guess it doesn't really matter.


This info on midi events is extremely useful.  I am sure I can do something similar within logic pro x.  I guess the real question is how to figure out which values I need to input for the SC-88.  I believe that I can actually save patches too, but it's a bit convoluted to understand without the unit sitting in front of me.  I just ordered one recently, so I haven't had a chance to play around with it yet.  Any idea where I could find the associated values i need?  I guess they would show up in Logic right?

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2 Topic by JYentes

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Hello there. 


As the title suggests, I have some questions regarding diving into the world of retro computers and midi composition.  Through my own research, I have found that the Atari STE series are great computers for doing retro midi sequencing via cubase or notator.

I suppose what I would like to ask is if anyone can give me advice on where to even begin.  I want to have a MOSTLY analog setup and compose using an older machine like one of these Atari computers.  I need to know what things I will need to find/buy including software and hardware.


I already purchased an SC-88 Pro.  I have a great recording studio setup already,  but I wanted to go the old computer route so I could find a machine/programs that can actually talk with the SC-88 as most newer computers don't offer the flexibility I need or are very convoluted in their execution.  I looked into midi quest, but I have heard some bad things about it....


Ultimately, I want to be able to create midi tracks that utilize the SC-88 exclusively.  I want to be able to write a song that can instantly load my saved presets on the SC-88.  In logic pro x, I would have to essentially record every track one at a time.  to be honest I am almost completely new to general midi.  I have only used soft synths in the past and its very difficult to find the information I need!  any help would be greatly appreciated.  Hell, I would pay you 50 bucks if you gave me a list and a bit of your time!  big_smile


thanks

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3 Reply by JYentes

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Hello,

My name is John.  I have been composing for quite a while now, mostly using soft synths, but as games and game music were probably my primary influence as a musician, I have decided to start diving into the world of chip tunes.  I live in Yokohama Japan and write music every day!  Its a pleasure to meet you all.

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