UMB06 is a 3-in-1 MIDI box - 4i/4o USB MIDI, MIDI Merge, and MIDI Thru. Using UMB06 can be a bit complex for beginners in MIDI composition. To effectively utilize UMB06, it's important to understand its three operational modes:
1. 4i/4o USB MIDI
In this mode, you connect UMB06 to your computer using a USB A-B cable.
2. MIDI Merger
For standalone use in MIDI Merger mode, it's recommended to avoid connecting UMB06 to the computer. Instead, connect the USB A-B cable to a regular USB charger.
3. MIDI Thru
Similarly, for standalone use in MIDI Thru mode, it's advised not to connect UMB06 to the computer. Connect the USB A-B cable to a regular USB charger.
Most issues occur in the USB-MIDI mode due to the multiple inputs and outputs. Here's a simple solution for beginners when encountering "issues":
1. Windows system: Use MIDI-OX, a user-friendly and easily understandable software.
- Download & Install MIDI-OX ( www.midiox.com )
- Connect Hardwares Properly.
- Run MIDI-OX & Make MIDI Routing Settings
Notes
1. Microsoft GS Wavetable Synth - To be simple, this is Audio output on computer.
2. USB Midi 4i4o - In A / Out A
3. MIDIOUT2 (USB Midi 4i4o) - In B / Out B
4. MIDIOUT3 (USB Midi 4i4o) - In C / Out C
5. MIDIOUT4 (USB Midi 4i4o) - In D / Out D
2. macOS system: Utilize the Audio MIDI Setup provided by Apple.
