MIDI channels / true multitimbrality
Posted: 24 Mar 2021, 03:50
Haven't been active on this forum in a while... hope you all are doing well!
So, from my research... the earlier Nord models let you assign a different midi channel PER SOUND ENGINE. This is not true with all the newer models, right?
Stage Classic: 6-part multitimbral, on 6 different MIDI channels (2 Pianos, 2 Organs, 2 Synths/Samples)
Stage 2: 6-part multitimbral, on 6 different MIDI channels (2 Pianos, 2 Organs, 2 Synths/Samples)
Stage 2 EX: 6-part multitimbral, on 6 different MIDI channels (2 Pianos, 2 Organs, 2 Synths/Samples)
Stage 3: "6-part multitimbral" on two different MIDI channels (Layer A: 3 layers-- such as Piano, Organ, Synth/Sample, and Layer B: 3 layers)
The implementation of the earlier models is far preferred. Nord's own description: "master keyboard". Yes. 6-part multitimbral, on SIX DIFFERENT MIDI channels, is a master keyboard.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but how often do keyboardists prefer to load up a sound, and have it be 3 different sounds, such as a Grand Piano layered with a Rhodes, layered with a polyphonic synth? My guess is not very often.
A practical situation: a professional keyboardist in a pro band. Playing a Stage 2 EX. Weighted keys with a Piano Library sound. 3 other MIDI controllers connected to the Nord with a splitter box. a 61-key for top organ (Channel 2), another 61-key for bottom organ (Channel 3), and say, a 49-key controller with tons of encoders/faders for a synth sound and live tweaking of the sound via the midi CCs. All sounds easily come from the Stage 2 EX. Cost: 1 Nord Stage 2 EX, and 3 cheap midi controllers, probably $200 or less each.
I just do not see the purpose of 3 sounds layered per preset. In general, this isn't practical, real-world use.
If Nord is the #1 live stage keyboard, why limit the MIDI channel implementation, on the Stage 3? Can we re-introduce this midi channel USEFULNESS with the Stage 4, please?
Curious to hear all your thoughts.
So, from my research... the earlier Nord models let you assign a different midi channel PER SOUND ENGINE. This is not true with all the newer models, right?
Stage Classic: 6-part multitimbral, on 6 different MIDI channels (2 Pianos, 2 Organs, 2 Synths/Samples)
Stage 2: 6-part multitimbral, on 6 different MIDI channels (2 Pianos, 2 Organs, 2 Synths/Samples)
Stage 2 EX: 6-part multitimbral, on 6 different MIDI channels (2 Pianos, 2 Organs, 2 Synths/Samples)
Stage 3: "6-part multitimbral" on two different MIDI channels (Layer A: 3 layers-- such as Piano, Organ, Synth/Sample, and Layer B: 3 layers)
The implementation of the earlier models is far preferred. Nord's own description: "master keyboard". Yes. 6-part multitimbral, on SIX DIFFERENT MIDI channels, is a master keyboard.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but how often do keyboardists prefer to load up a sound, and have it be 3 different sounds, such as a Grand Piano layered with a Rhodes, layered with a polyphonic synth? My guess is not very often.
A practical situation: a professional keyboardist in a pro band. Playing a Stage 2 EX. Weighted keys with a Piano Library sound. 3 other MIDI controllers connected to the Nord with a splitter box. a 61-key for top organ (Channel 2), another 61-key for bottom organ (Channel 3), and say, a 49-key controller with tons of encoders/faders for a synth sound and live tweaking of the sound via the midi CCs. All sounds easily come from the Stage 2 EX. Cost: 1 Nord Stage 2 EX, and 3 cheap midi controllers, probably $200 or less each.
I just do not see the purpose of 3 sounds layered per preset. In general, this isn't practical, real-world use.
If Nord is the #1 live stage keyboard, why limit the MIDI channel implementation, on the Stage 3? Can we re-introduce this midi channel USEFULNESS with the Stage 4, please?
Curious to hear all your thoughts.