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I love to play with my new TENORI-ON. However, I’ve been having trouble finding a way to sync the music from the TENORI-ON to my computer, so I can save it out as a Midi file. The TENORI-ON comes with Midi cables, so all I needed was the software to make it happen.
Finally I find it! With the free SimpleSynth, I can now easily sync the channels from the TENORI-ON perfectly to the channels on my Mac. SimpleSynth is a simple soft synth for Mac OS X that takes input from a connected MIDI device, and can play instruments from Soundfonts and DLS files including Apple’s default General MIDI sound set. It’s small but powerful!
In order to accomplish this, I connected the TENORI-ON to my Mac, using the provided MIDI cables. I then poured the music I had made into the Mac, and used SimpleSynth to synchronize the music from the TENORI-ON onto the Mac itself. If you listen, you can hear that they now play in perfect harmony, and with perfect precision. I can save this as a MIDI file on my Mac now, to open and play at a later time! How cool is that?
If you’re like me and love MIDI files, this free software is definitely for you!
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58 Comments
jack6333
December 31st, 2007
at 9:52am
first view ftw, i’m at your channel as we read xD
sportsfan89b
December 31st, 2007
at 9:54am
Second ftw
MabusPwns
December 31st, 2007
at 9:59am
Haha thats wickedly cool!
Earthtoaster
December 31st, 2007
at 10:00am
awsome job
adamkhimjirules
December 31st, 2007
at 10:03am
what happened to mac os 1
7dr7dan7
December 31st, 2007
at 10:05am
As always. Thanks for the great tips =D.
boobyman
December 31st, 2007
at 10:11am
Ther’s a pretty well known Swedish 8-bit group called SlagsmĂ„lsklubben ( copy and paste ). Maybe you could get some inspiration from them?
skyler814
December 31st, 2007
at 6:52pm
this is true there are very few placees that sell them so look at the music stors or were u got it they might have the soft ware
Spritemoney
December 31st, 2007
at 6:54pm
chris, thank you for telling me about this software, i need midi files!
hichez
December 31st, 2007
at 6:56pm
I found a midi program called finale. Works fine right now im using there free version. Finale notepad.
mike mooney
December 31st, 2007
at 7:11pm
it appears to me that even a no musical talent clod like me could use this and create music. chris on the other hands makes it sit up and beg.
now if only i could afford the 1200$ price, this is not an option on a va disability. i love to try it sometime though.
steve
December 31st, 2007
at 7:19pm
Doesnt garageband handle multiple midi inputs?
Bloomedis
December 31st, 2007
at 7:33pm
No offense, but I hate MIDI, and all other limited formats because they just - sound - weird. I really dislike the sound. Just can’t explain it in words. ARGH!
Varun
December 31st, 2007
at 7:43pm
Thanks for the program i needed becasue I love midi and symplesyth is just amazing
MutingSociety
December 31st, 2007
at 7:44pm
Thats a pretty nice device, Chris, if you like this you should definitely get Logic Pro for the Mac, then a set of Virtual Instruments, i’m sure your creative, if you get that you can create tons of cool stuff!
hotrockgeber
December 31st, 2007
at 7:46pm
its a great toy man ; yay!
Cessna154
December 31st, 2007
at 7:48pm
TENORI-ON is an awesome product. Does garageband handle the multiple inputs???
Macbookproroxs
December 31st, 2007
at 7:49pm
it looks like you really like that thing. I wish i could buy it to expensive!!! Does Garageband work with midi files.
orph4824
December 31st, 2007
at 7:50pm
Most MIDI software I’ve seen you would have to “record” the sequence as a final rendition after you have saved it on the tenori-on. Would have to use a USB type or the old joystick converter. And some soundblaster’s have a direct front panel MIDI interface.
command2k
December 31st, 2007
at 7:54pm
cool chris so thay are only out in *** right now so how long will it take to come over to G.B? because i want to get one XD
Phil
December 31st, 2007
at 8:24pm
Good move Chris!
If you enjoy, you should test GarageBand, and next Ableton Live…
There’s a bunch of free hood virtual synth (VST).
Let me know if you need some advise ;)
HNY2008, bye,
Phil
matthewserta
December 31st, 2007
at 8:46pm
That thing is sooo neat, Dosent it cost like 1.5K USD Though?
id1oT
December 31st, 2007
at 10:08pm
thanx chris i was having trouble on how to get my midi keyboard onto my new pc so thanx again :)
Bryan Werling
December 31st, 2007
at 10:15pm
where can i get one of the tenori-on devices
Jr4594
December 31st, 2007
at 10:41pm
the tenorion looks interesting i think my friend has one ima ask to use his
Toony
December 31st, 2007
at 10:53pm
GOd this will help with production!
shuai
December 31st, 2007
at 10:56pm
its really an easy way to create music especially for my kinda nurd..
Terabytes
December 31st, 2007
at 10:58pm
That Thing’s Awesome ! But It’s Way, Way Out Of My Price Range! Clones Will Come Out Soon And It’s Only A Matter Of Time Before The Price Drops. (fingers crossed)
redbeanmochi
December 31st, 2007
at 11:05pm
Does anyone have specs on the Tenori-on? I want to know more information on that device. Thanks!
AlexMiller
December 31st, 2007
at 11:06pm
Although I’m not crazy about the sound of this thing, I think it’s interface is really unique. Does anyone have a review out that really talks about the feel of using it?
jc_ament
December 31st, 2007
at 11:06pm
i will love to have on of those! i am trying to put my own home studio and one of those would be awesome! but right now i have other priorities. maybe some day i will buy one! …. i hope
xxerokxx
December 31st, 2007
at 11:08pm
Iv been trying to make music like that for SOOO long iv been using FL studio and it is Soooo hard you make it look like cake I want ONE!!
jon
December 31st, 2007
at 11:13pm
the tenori-on is great! I’m glad to see a review on this. Thanks chris!
Phil Buchanon
December 31st, 2007
at 11:27pm
Well, when you hear the audio coming over a webcam mic, it’s not very flattering, but I am sure it’s much better in person, right? I mean, it sounds so tinny and computer generated in a video. Chris, can you record a track and convert it to mp3 and put it up on here so we can hear what it’s really like?
Props to ya Chris!
Phil from:
http://www.passthetaters.com
Popson
December 31st, 2007
at 11:33pm
I’m not a fan of MIDI myself, I could never get the darn format to work the way i want it to. I’m sure the pebkac… Whatever!
lollerskat3z
December 31st, 2007
at 11:55pm
You’re getting pretty good with that thing. o_o
Chuck
January 1st, 2008
at 12:41am
Heh I have to check this out, I got a few MIDI files on my desktop I’ll have to check this out Thanks alot chris
kpslover_2008
January 1st, 2008
at 12:53am
Personally, I hate midi files. How bout MP3 instead?
Farty McSimmons
January 1st, 2008
at 12:58am
Pretty neat, tho expensive.
beast
January 1st, 2008
at 1:05am
Great post Chris. Midi really is a cool technology to play around with.
PaperClip
January 1st, 2008
at 1:06am
I haven’t got a TENORI-ON yet…but I’m seriously considering it! Good video, by the way.
Mrgolfcar
January 1st, 2008
at 1:15am
If it wasn’t so expensive, I would buy one. I think DJs will use them at events…
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January 1st, 2008
at 2:10am
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MidnightToday
January 1st, 2008
at 4:14am
Sounds like a dog barking lol.
HogieMorgan
January 1st, 2008
at 6:55am
i want to poop in ur mouth
jeanforthewin
January 1st, 2008
at 9:09am
chris youre sitting there complaining about programs for midi in and recording, whilst in front of a mac
GARAGEBAND DUHH
its insane!
and so easy for midi in AND voices!
gosh
CHAPO360
January 1st, 2008
at 5:49pm
O_o
Casey
January 2nd, 2008
at 12:35am
My questions are all answered now because of u
jfizz313
January 2nd, 2008
at 3:16am
sound like stupid videogame music
Ryan S. (musicmaker85)
January 2nd, 2008
at 8:44am
This sounds like an excellent piece of software. Too bad there is no version of Windows at this current time. I love MIDI files, however, it’s been a while since I’ve composed any MIDI music.
Ryan
manofmusicproduction
January 2nd, 2008
at 8:58am
Cubase - that works for Mac and PC
jgs2207
January 12th, 2008
at 4:47pm
lockerboy - this is disappointing. Ur vid is so naive. Logic Pro & GarageBand are already there mate. Remember this is Apple. IMHO U shouldnt do YouTubes on stuff you dont really know much about, mate! Makes u look silly.
jakie3012
January 21st, 2008
at 7:38am
hi check your inbox, i have asked you a few questions and hope you can answer them..
attr1b
January 31st, 2008
at 12:44pm
logic pro… ftw
jaymitch23
March 31st, 2008
at 5:16am
I need help, Im trying to hook it up using synth font! any help!!
linesoffiction
May 25th, 2008
at 4:41am
those midi sounds sound just like the ones of the roland jv series.
steve hooper
November 4th, 2008
at 8:04am
i own a roland rs-70.i want to use a usb to down load midi files.to play on my keyboard