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I just started with AUM and I'm wondering if that app (currently on sale for US $12) will do the midi learning (and split/layering) you need. Looks like AUM will do everything the Korg add-on does. Just to muddy the waters, Keystage is another "live performance" app that does splits/layers/set lists combining both external hardware as well as software (similar to AUM, Audiobus, Camelot, OnSong). But Keystage is not currently on sale; and note, it has several in-app purchases. Keystage (iPad only) https://apps.apple.com/us/app/keystage/id1406132634

Yes, $20 is the sale price (in iOS), regular price is $40.

20% off Pianoteq software, instruments and upgrades. https://www.modartt.com/buy?black_friday=2021

I think it's the same app, but they may have updated it to work properly. I use the Pro version, but to test out new sample packs, I downloaded the "free" Korg Module 2 weeks ago, so it's pretty recent.

Are you sure of this? This was my experience back in June: https://forums.musicplayer.com/ubbthreads.php/topics/3101209/need-help-with-loading-expansion-into-korg-module The Korg Module 7-day trial is working fine on my old beater iPhone. I was able to try out several expansion packs in the free version before purchasing in the paid "Pro" version.

Re: Korg Module - aside from the 'Scarbee EP-88M', there's the '80's Electric Piano' expansion set that might be worth looking at. - splits/layers functionality is an additional in-app purchase - both the free and paid versions of Korg Module let you try out the expansion packs for 7 days Korg Module (free) https://apps.apple.com/us/app/korg-module/id1048875111 Korg Module Pro (paid) https://apps.apple.com/us/app/korg-module-pro/id932191687 Notes: Am hoping we see a modeled Rhodes/WurleyClav on the level of IK Multimedia's Hammond B-3X or maybe Pianoteq's Electric Piano Packs (if they every release it for iOS).

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My portable "for fun" rig has Neo Soul Keys Studio 2 and the Hammond B-3X on a 1st gen. iPad Air; it is stable for for basic presets with very, very light f/x. Generally I leave my buffer size at 512 samples or higher, but it is possible to venture down to to 256 without incident. Neo Soul has handled extended playing at 64 samples, though once again, with basic presets and almost no f/x. On this machine, Korg Module Pro can run happily at 64 samples. To optimize/free up CPU resources I did the following: - turn OFF Notifications on all apps - turn ON Do Not Disturb - turn OFF Siri & Search - if possible, turn OFF Bluetooth and WIFI * turning Notifications off makes a most difference on both the Mac and iPad; the Notification scheduler eats up a lot of CPU cycles.

I have the Casio WU-BT10 BT Adapter and with this basic setup it's the cleanest portable rig; I'll post more photos tomorrow. But the CME BT devices arrived recently, and I've been wanting to test their claims of lower latency. The jury is still out on that.

Basic CT-S1 Rig (wireless MIDI setup) - portable/completely battery-powered - iPad and keyboard stand - CME UHost and Bud Pro wireless MIDI devices

Been using my CT-S1 quite a lot for the past 2 weeks, to brush up on Christmas tunes. Basic CT-S1 Rig - portable/completely battery-powered - iPad and keyboard stand, plus wires

... isn"t all radiation technically wireless ... ?

I get the feeling Apple wants iPhones to be completely wireless, so we may never see USB-C on an iPhone; Apple might jump directly from lightning ports to no jacks at all; leaving USB-C ports just for iPads and Macs.

What about Lounge Lizard by AAS? Usually goes on sale this time of year for US$99; just gotta wait a bit for the sale. https://www.applied-acoustics.com/lounge-lizard-ep-4/

For Apple devices without a headphone jack; the Arturia MiniFuse Interfaces have a built-in USB hub, MIDI DIN and 1/4" Audio Outs. Minifuse 1: 1x USB-A port, 2x 1/4" Outs Minifuse 2: 1x USB-A port, 2x 1/4" Outs + MIDI DIN (In/Out) Minifuse 4: 2x USB-A ports, 4x 1/4" Outs + MIDI DIN (In/Out) Notes - MiniFuse interfaces are powered by the USB-C host port - USB-C iPads probably need the Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter - iPhones still use the lightning port, so the Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter (or the older CCK).

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... and I love that Ravenscroft runs on an iPhone, along with KORG Module Pro, VB3m and OB-Xd. It makes such a cool little sound module. I finally got the Hammond B-3X (iOS) for US$59.99. It's the odd man out since it's iPad only, but that may be a blessing in disguise. It can be fussy app and runs better on its' own hardware. Hammond B-3X (iOS) - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/hammond-b-3x/id1484367101

And thanks to miden's last thread, I picked up the Hammond B-3X (iOS) for US$59.99 in a late-night feverish purchase. Couldn't resist, well worth it with the discount. Hammond B-3X (iOS) https://apps.apple.com/us/app/hammond-b-3x/id1484367101

I'm seeing a price of US$125 until the end of Nov 2021 for Neo-Soul Keys Studio 2, but the web page did load and show US$250 for a several seconds before switching to the sale price. Neo-Soul Keys Studio 2 https://gospelmusicians.com/products/neo-soul-keys-studio-2

This finally arrived in time for a weekend project. Good news is that the basic WIDI connection feels a tiny bit more responsive than the native Bluetooth (iOS and MacOS), but the more complicated WIDI connections are proving to be a challenge. There's a bit of a tech learning curve, it's all the good, bad and the ugly of MIDI, USB and Bluetooth wrapped in a teeny-tiny package, so yeah, fun times ...

His blog on the Laser Piano: https://edward-black-rose.blogspot.com/2021/08/laser-piano-homemade-laser-musical.html

His simple 'laser pickup' design is pretty cool; an opto-electric piano (OEP)! [video:youtube]

So of course you played adult eighth note patterns Nowadays middle age 8th note patterns are more my thing.

I"ve owned the FP30 for about 4-5 years, which I like just fine; but I"m planning to upgrade, after demoing the FP30x several times at a local store. The better sound and responsiveness on the new model is noticeable and I find it more enjoyable to play. Apparently this has to to with the new sound processing BMC chip and better speaker system on the FP-X models. Based on that, I hesitate to recommend the FP10 or older models unless you have a very strict budget. Aside from better sound, the extra I/O jacks and USB audio interface are nice, but it"s mainly the sound and responsiveness that has my attention. The action feels the same. I can"t speak to the Rhodes sound, but I understand it"s also been upgraded.

This is why I gave up on the iPad as a live performance sound module. It's a great idea in theory, but in practice it is a mess! There are no good "live performance" solutions, just clunky kludges to make it work (better suited for a studio setup than a live stage). So my iPad is relegated to lead sheets and backing tracks. I would love the iPad to fulfill it's promise for live performance, but I don't think Apple is interested in "pro sound". Even the USB dongle we all use is called the "Camera" Connection Kit - it's like Apple took the extra effort to let musicians know - yeah it will work but it's not for you!