Using the MIDI Learn Function on Avid Virtual Instruments
In addition to pre-assigned MIDI controllers (such as Sustain Pedal and Volume), you can assign MIDI controllers to parameters within an Avid Virtual Instrument plug-in for automation or real-time control from a MIDI keyboard or control surface. MIDI assignments are saved with the session.To assign an Avid Virtual Instrument parameter to a MIDI controller:
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Control-click or Right-click (Mac) or Right-click (Windows) the control, select Assign and choose a controller number from the pop-up MIDI CC list.
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Control-click or Right-click (Mac) or Right-click (Windows) the control, select Learn from the menu and move the desired knob or controller on your MIDI keyboard or sequencer. The instrument plug-in will set this MIDI controller to the parameter you have chosen.Some MIDI continuous controllers are pre-assigned and cannot be learned, as follows:
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Control-click or Right-click (Mac), or Right-click (Windows) an assigned control and choose Forget to remove its MIDI controller assignment.
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All Avid Virtual Instrument plug-ins have pre-defined parameter assignments for Avid and supported third-party hardware control surfaces.