The Ultimate MIDI Course For Guitarists
Turn your pedalboard into a one-button command center. No more tap-dancing, missed changes, or simplified setlists. Guitar-focused MIDI training that works with the gear you already own.
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Introduction to MIDI For Musicians
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What is MIDI and Why Should You Care?
The Power of Omnichannel Mode
Building Your First MIDI Board
Adding an Extra Pedal
Introducing a More Capable Controller – Live Logic
All About MIDI Channels
PC Messages
CC Messages
A Complete Board Using PC and CC Messages
Introducing Expression Pedals
Expression Pedals and Pitch Shifting
Using MIDI with Amplifiers
Introducing the ES-5 and the Concept of MIDI Clock
Pedalboard Build with the ES-5
ES-5 Patch Structure
Recap and Basic Troubleshooting
Helpful Resources
Final Thoughts
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Jason
Brilliant!
Richard Oliver’s MIDI course is absolutely brilliant. It gives you all the information you need to start - or level up - your MIDI game, all in a pedalboard-friendly package. Think of it as learning to harness “the Force” of MIDI, only without the risk of turning to the Dark Side. Richard keeps things clear, practical, and (very Britishly) no-nonsense. No waffle, just solid guidance that actually works. By the end, you’ll feel like a Jedi Master of MIDI - tea in one hand, footswitch in the other
Chris
Great course for understanding the ins and outs of midi
I will admit that I have had midi devices for a long time and the technology seemed voodoo to me. I knew I could do more with my devices alone and together but I never took the time to read the thick manuals to figure out the technical details of how to make everything work. If you are like me try this course out. Richard teaches in a straightforward manner with humor and great examples. I couldn’t ask for more from an intro course dealing with midi. I feel the fog has lifted and I am able to fully use my gear now, Thanks Richard!