Connecting MIDI Devices

Connecting MIDI Devices on BandLab is very straightforward. Most USB devices are supported, so you only need to plug them in, and they should work fine.

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  1. Connect your MIDI device to your computer via the USB cable. To connect a 5-pin MIDI device to your computer, use a USB-to-MIDI interface cable or a dedicated audio interface with 5-pin ports.
  2. Go to the BandLab Studio and add a Virtual Instrument track.
  3. Your connected MIDI device should already be detected. If not, please make sure that your browser permissions allow MIDI devices to be connected.
  4. You can also manually select the MIDI device from the Instrument track panel.
  5. Once connected, you're all set! You can start playing and recording your MIDI Instruments.

Want to map your MIDI to BandLab? Check out MIDI Mapping for more info!

Having connection issues?

  • Make sure that your browser permissions allow MIDI devices to be connected.
  • If your MIDI Device needs a power supply, make sure you connect it to get enough power.
  • Try connecting your MIDI device to different USB ports or try using different cables to see which works for you.
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