hi there,
i wonder myself if there is a way to preview midi files in browser with some VST or live device instead of that nasty sound... if not, Abes please could you implement a nice solution on future versions?
For example, i have a folder with lots of midi drum tracks, and want to preview those, right in the browser (before drag&drop into the set) using some drum rack device of my choice, or even a VSTi (like Toontrack EZdrumer for example). Currently this is not possible in Live 8, am i right?
MIDI files preview in Live's browser...
MIDI files preview in Live's browser...
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Re: MIDI files preview in Live's browser...
Yes I agree. Would be nice if you highlight the track with the VSTi or Live inst on it and the midi preview uses it. I thought it was just me.
Re: MIDI files preview in Live's browser...
Ok, I have made a thread on Feature Wishlist forum if you want to vote for it / suggest solutions for that:tlennon wrote:Yes I agree. Would be nice if you highlight the track with the VSTi or Live inst on it and the midi preview uses it. I thought it was just me.
http://forum.ableton.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=137789
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Re: MIDI files preview in Live's browser...
One forseeable problem with this is that if you chose a cpu/ram demanding vst for preview, it could really tweek out your live performance situation. I think it would work out much better if you just made accompanying audio clip previews for reference.
Re: MIDI files preview in Live's browser...
It is the way that it already works, right?yur2die4 wrote:One forseeable problem with this is that if you chose a cpu/ram demanding vst for preview, it could really tweek out your live performance situation. I think it would work out much better if you just made accompanying audio clip previews for reference.
Of course, it is your choice to assing a heavy device or VSTi to preview midi clips; obviously for the dj that would not be the best choice, but at least you could choose, and for composers / producers should be a great tool IMHO. Live's today user base does not stick in dj performance only.
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