If you want to type a name to identify the device that is connected to the port, double-click the Device box and type a new name to identify the MIDI device connected to each MIDI input or output port. In the Make these devices available for MIDI input box, select the check box for the port where your MIDI device is connected. If you’re using a MIDI cable connected to the joystick port on your sound card, connect the connect the MIDI In plug on the cable to the MIDI Out port on your keyboard, and connect the MIDI In plug to the MIDI Out port on your keyboard.Įnable the port where your MIDI keyboard is connected:įrom the Options menu, choose Preferences. If you’re using an external MIDI interface (such as a USB-to-MIDI converter or an external sound card with MIDI ports), connect the MIDI In port on your MIDI interface to the MIDI Out port on your keyboard, and connect the MIDI Out port on your MIDI interface to the MIDI In port on your keyboard. If you’re using a USB keyboard, connect it to an available USB port on your computer and install drivers if necessary. This topic will help you set up a MIDI keyboard for recording in ACID.īefore starting ACID, connect your MIDI device.
Setting up a MIDI Keyboard for use in ACID
