Midi controller not controlling virtual inst.

[jeffj]

Hey guys, I am running a Yamaha Motif XF8 through a Focusrite Scarlett 2i4,using PT 10….I get a sound from the virtual instrument when I click on the virtual keys,but when I play the Yamaha,I only get the sound that the yamaha is set on,not the virtual instrument, I also get a volume level,when clicking the virtual instrument,but not when playing the motif…I have a feeling it is an issue with the Motif…..I have replicated steps from different PT sources, to no avail…..any help would be appreciated….thanks….Jeff

[Southsidemusic]

Hi

How do you have the Motif set up in terms of Midi/usb amd audio?

There is a function on all external Synths called "Local" on and off. You need to set to either On or Off, I forgot what it should be set to so look imto that.

Also, have you done all the settings in Midi devices and made sure that PT see your Motif as a Midi Controller

Best Regards
Christopher

[albee1952]

For me, the Local on/off doesn't seem to matter(my rig works dandy).; What DOES matter are; Midi thru is enabled(in PT), My default midi instrument(in Preferences) is set to NONE, the instrument track is in Record-ready, and the Motif is correctly setup under Setup>Midi>Midi Studio(specifically the ports).

[jeffj]

Hey guys, did the local control several times, my scarlett 2i4 is my Audio AND MIDI interface, I will check the other settings that Albee1952 suggested, will let you know if it works, thanks guys!….Peace!…Jeff

[Southsidemusic]

Also make sure your midi cables are correctly inserted. Midi out goes to midi In and vice versa, not in to in and out to out.

Cheers
Christopher

[jeffj]

Hey guys, I have tried ALL of the suggestions that have been posted, please let me know what you need to see,or Skype,or phone call, I have networked through Motifator,Tutorials,owners manuals……..My cell is 1 631 338 4439, my email addy is [email protected]……my Facebook page is jeff.winn.165 I am waiting for any help……Peace……its still my birthday,but not giving up on this

[Jay_uk]

Albee said…(Motif is correctly setup under Setup>Midi>Midi Studio(specifically the ports).

Assuming you created a new instrument (naming it Motif) and matched the ports. Then tested the midi., it should be fine.
Here is an Avid vid describing it. No assumptions on my part here. its a process that needs to be confirmed thats all.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZYTbY-OTMI

Happy Birthday

[jeffj]

I got it guys, I did everything correctly, via the Motif and Pro tools, what I realized was that even though i record enabled, I did not highlight the track……..Go figure,something so simple……a lesson well learned……hope it helps someone else……..everyday is a school day for me…….thanks for the help……..Peace to all………Jeff!