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Question posted by dionogden on February 17th, 2023

Bulk Dumps Of Midi Data From Yamaha Psr 280

My PSR 280 can successfully connect with my PC, but my PC does not appear to have any software for accepting or managing bulk dumps of midi data from my keyboard. Is any such software available

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Answer #1: Posted by Asadbekboy on February 17th, 2023 6:29 PM

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Yes, there are many software options available for accepting and managing MIDI data on your PC. Some popular options for this purpose include:

Ableton Live - Ableton Live is a popular digital audio workstation that can accept MIDI data from your keyboard and allow you to create and edit music. It includes features like MIDI sequencing, audio effects, and virtual instruments.
FL Studio - FL Studio is another popular digital audio workstation that can accept MIDI data from your keyboard. It includes features like MIDI sequencing, audio effects, and virtual instruments.
GarageBand - GarageBand is a free digital audio workstation for Mac that can accept MIDI data from your keyboard. It includes features like MIDI sequencing, audio effects, and virtual instruments.
Cubase - Cubase is a professional digital audio workstation that can accept MIDI data from your keyboard. It includes features like MIDI sequencing, audio effects, and virtual instruments.
Logic Pro - Logic Pro is a professional digital audio workstation for Mac that can accept MIDI data from your keyboard. It includes features like MIDI sequencing, audio effects, and virtual instruments.

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Owner's Manual - Page 73

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