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[Dipp]

Hi guys!

Please help me. I need all the recommendations that i can possibly get from this group..
Here's the scene:


I am a keyboardist[musician] and haven't used my keyboards with a Mac/Pc using Midi. I know what it can do but haven't tried it. I believe a midi interface is best for this setup. What is a good brand that will work with Mac since I will be soon exploring Mac as well.

Also, what is a good audio interface and a good software? Is Garage Band enough? Im not sure though if Gband supports midi.

I have read about M-audio. Is this a good brand? MOtu is a bit expensive If there are complete starter kits out there, please let me know. Are there suppliers here? I am looking for a Sonar Power Studio-like gear that will work for Mac and PC.

Thanks for reading!

Best Regards,

dp

[paideia]

Hello, if you only need play your keyboard and make music with virtual instruments, you don´t need audio interface, only midiy. But a Tascam US 122, 122L and 144 are good choice if you need two tracks imput and midi in&out. If you need mor audio ins, MOTU Ultralite is a good choicer for me.

About the software: For the beeginer and mor, Logic Express y is gog, because if you have AKAI, Sample Cello or Giga samples, you can use its with the EXSP24 sampler player, and it cost 350 dolars. Next other option is Digital Performer (I use It), it is proffesional, mor intuitive in many aspects than Logic and have all the DAW software should do have. Of cours, Cubase y Logic Pro are excellent softs, too. If you use Reason, you have sequencer and virtual instruments, but not audio tracks.

And, If you like play virtual instruments, In Logic Express or Pro, you have the same sounds from GarageBand and others more. With the others Apps, you don´t have good sounds, except Pro Tools, with a little versions of Ableton Live, Reason and SampleTank.

Best Regards.