Ask Patch Foundry: How To Split Two Sounds Across The Keyboard

This week we show you how to split two sounds across your keyboard.

Eric BarfieldDecember 4, 2017

Ask Patch Foundry: How To Layer Two Sounds

I recently had a reader ask about layering two sounds together in MainStage. Using the new NS 2.0 not only is it possible to quickly combine patches, but your performance controls are automatically mapped into the Smart Control section. Here’s how to do it:

Ask Patch FoundryEric BarfieldNovember 28, 2017

Ask Patch Foundry: Using MainStage To Control External Synths

I received this email from a reader this week:

Hi Eric,

probably that's a stupid question for you but: on MS3 how can I play a VST and an hardware synth (a Roland boutique in This case) on an external instrument track with the same controller without having them playing together but mute the ext track as I'm on the VST. LPX the external instrument plugin solves this, but on MS3 there's no source to choose

How-ToEric BarfieldOctober 24, 2017external synth, hardware synth

Nashville Mapping Standard 2.0 Released

We’re excited to announce the release of a major update to the Nashville MainStage Mapping Standard, version 2.0. This update splits automatic parameter mapping into two useful modes: Patch Mode and Performance Mode.

Nashville StandardEric BarfieldSeptember 19, 2017Nashville Mapping Standard, 2.0

MainStage Tutorial: Splitting Two Sounds Across Your Keyboard

One of the handy features of MainStage is its ability to split and layer dozens of sounds across your keyboard. For instance, you could put a synth bass in the bottom half of the keyboard, and a piano sound layered with a pad in the right. Here’s how to create your first keyboard split:

How-ToEric BarfieldSeptember 4, 2017Splitting two sounds, MainStage

5 Classic Keyboards Every Synth Geek Should Know

There are so many amazing synths on the market that it’s easy to get lost in the subtleties of each one. In my humble opinion I believe you can know almost everything you need to know about classic synths by studying these 5 retro synths:

Eric BarfieldAugust 29, 2017

Ask Patch Foundry: What Should I Use for Monitors?

I received this email from a reader this week:

Hi Eric,

I'm trying to determine what kind of monitors I should use with my MacBook Pro and MainStage. Do I need powered monitors? I have an apogee quartet and a UAD Apollo twin to choose from for interfaces.

Thanks!

Patrick

Gear ReviewsEric BarfieldAugust 8, 2017

7 Ways To Crash Proof Your MainStage Rig

Using plugins and massive sample libraries live have huge advantages sonically, with one achilles heel: it’s easy to crash your computer without setting it up well. Here are some best practices for using MainStage live:

Live PerformanceEric BarfieldJuly 31, 2017crash proof, MainStage 3