MIDI basics History and concept
MIDI interconnection interface, cables explained
System diagram Shows typical sequencing connections including: Local On/Off, ReChannelising, Soft Thru
These articles explain the underlying principals and features of the MIDI language.
Computer counting systems Binary / bit depth explained
Status & data bytes Structure of a MIDI message explained
What is a MIDI message? MIDI bytes and messages explained
MIDI language specification From the MIDI manufacturer's association
Active sensing What is it, how does it work?
Timecode & synchronistaion SMPTE and MTC (MIDI Timecode) in sound & film/video production explained
What is Systems Exclusive? Click here to read about the basic concepts of using Sys Ex to save patches and control your sound module parameters dynamically.
Soundcard and sequencer interconnections
Superb diagram
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