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Advanced Applications – Chapter 5

CHAPTER 5

MIDI APPLICATIONS

MIDI Functions

The MicroVerb 4 provides many MIDI functions, including being able to respond to program changes, sending and receiving Program information via SysEx (System Exclusive) dumps, and realtime control over effect parameters via MIDI controllers. For more information about basic MIDI connections, see Chapter 2.

MIDI Channel

The MIDI Channel is used to receive program change messages, as well as other MIDI events for use with the realtime modulation capabilities in the MicroVerb 4.

To set the MicroVerb 4’s MIDI channel:

¿Press and hold [BANK/MIDI].

The Display will dim and display the current MIDI channel.

¡Turn the [VALUE] knob to set the MIDI Channel to either 01 through16, or 00 for Omni mode (receives on all 16 channels simultaneously).

MIDI Thru

The MicroVerb 4 automatically sends information from the MIDI IN to the MIDI OUT/THRU. In order to pass on MIDI information from a control device thru the MicroVerb 4 to another MIDI device, connect the control device’s MIDI OUT to the MicroVerb 4’s [MIDI IN]. Then connect the MicroVerb 4’s [MIDI OUT/THRU] to the MIDI IN of the other device you wish to control.

If too much information is being sent thru the MicroVerb 4, the internal buffer may overflow. If this happens, the front panel will read FLO and some data going to the receiving unit may be lost. Alesis recommends that any dense MIDI information (SysEx, Midi Time Code, etc.) be routed directly to the receiving unit using a MIDI Patchbay instead of relying on the Thru port of the MicroVerb 4.

Receiving Program Changes

In order to recall programs on the MicroVerb 4 from a MIDI controller device :

¿Connect the control device’s MIDI OUT to the MicroVerb 4’s [MIDI IN].

¡Make sure that the MicroVerb 4 is set to the same MIDI Channel as the device that you are sending from (see above).

Note: It is possible to select either the Preset or User bank via MIDI by sending a Controller 0 message immediately followed by a program change message. A Controller 0 with a value of 0 will select the Preset bank, while a value of 1 or higher (up to 127) will select the User bank. Any Program Change messages over 100 will be ignored.

SYSEX Storage

In order to send and receive Program information via Sysex (System Exclusive) dumps using a computer, or some other SysEx storage device, or another

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Contents Alesis Conventions How To Use This ManualIntroduction MicroVerb 4 Reference Manual Contents Description of Controls Contents MicroVerb 4 Reference Manual MicroVerb 4 Reference Manual Unpacking and Inspection Powering UpYour First Session with Microverb Basic ConnectionsSetting Levels What’s on the Front Panel?Your First Session with the MicroVerb 4 Chapter Auditioning Internal Programs Switching Between Preset and User BanksAdjusting Effects Mix Levels Storing Edited Programs Bypassing EffectsPage Audio Connections AC Power HookupConnections Line Conditioners and ProtectorsInput Jack Wiring Typical ApplicationsInput MIX Interfacing to a Mixing Console Using Inserts Using Main Outputs Left Right Master OUT Mixer Avoiding Ground Loops ¬ to Eliminate HUM if the Above has FailedFootswitch MidiConnections Reverb Parameters Overview of EffectsReverb Effects Chorus Stereo ChorusQuad Chorus Auto Pan Chorus/Flange ParametersStereo Flange Delay Parameters Stereo Pitch Shifter Setting Delay Time Using Tap TempoPitch Shifter Effects Programs 60-69 Stereo Pitch DetunerMulti Effects Parameters Overview of Effects Chapter MicroVerb 4 Reference Manual Page Description of Controls Front PanelValue Knob Store ButtonBANK/MIDI Button Edit A/ Edit B Knobs Rear Panel Output Left & Right Page Midi Applications Midi FunctionsRealtime Modulation Functions Maintenance/Service TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Index Re-initializingObtaining Repair Service Refer All Servicing to AlesisMidi Implementation Chart Specifications Specifications