How to Set Up a MainStage Keys Rig | MIDI Piano

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61 Key Keyboards
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88 Key Keyboards
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Sustain Pedals
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MIDI Control Surfaces
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Computers
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Software
MainStage https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mainsta...
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Ableton Live Standard https://www.ableton.com/en/shop/live/
Ableton Live Suite https://www.ableton.com/en/shop/live/

MainStage Template
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USB to USB Cables
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5-pin MIDI to USB Cables
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5-pin MIDI to 5-pin MIDI Cables
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3.5mm (1/8) TRS to Dual 1/4 TS Cables
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1/4 TS Cables
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Audio Interfaces - Add audio outputs to your keys rig
2 I/O, MIDI In/Out: PreSonus AudioBox (affiliate link) https://amzn.to/3n2qD8t
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6 In 4 Out, MIDI In/Out: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 (affiliate link) https://amzn.to/39BEG1B
8 In 4 Out, MIDI In/Out: Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 (affiliate link) https://amzn.to/3zXVdaO


Video Chapters
0:00 Keys rig benefits
0:21 What you need
0:31 Choosing a keyboard
1:02 Choosing a computer
1:35 Choosing software
1:45 Download KeyStudio
2:00 Free KeyStudio Sounds
2:12 Alternatives to MainStage
2:53 Connecting your keyboard
4:05 Audio output
4:26 Final steps
4:36 Assigning MIDI controls
4:46 Adding a MIDI controller
4:59 Free training course
5:20 Closing remarks