Great job! I bought one and couldn't get the app to work with my Mac. Your tech tip really helped. Thanks!
@sonusaurelius6576
Жыл бұрын
Glad it helped! If there’s anything else you’d like to know more about let me know and I’ll make a vid!
@thesmallerbear3978
10 ай бұрын
...for Reason users: this is a perfect controller for the Kong Drum Designer. Paired with a drum sequencer (Reason Drum Sequencer plugin or the Propulsion Drum Sequencer plugin); it really helps with workflow when recording and/or programming drums. Can also be used with Redrum, of course; for those who prefer step sequencing instead of a grid or don't want to purchase a sequencer plugin. Not sure why Reason doesn't include a sequencer for Kong in the first place. But if you prefer recording them live over programming; then this controller is a great option, especially for the price. It doesn't have an arppegiator (if you use the controller for a synth). But if you're using Reason, the included arppegiators are much easier to use and can do way more than any arppegiator built into just about any controller.
@sonusaurelius6576
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for the useful advice!!
@thesmallerbear3978
10 ай бұрын
Another feature on the Starrypad that I really like and forgot to mention before is the "Full Level" button. Honestly, the sensitivity on the pads is not the best I've ever used. To get full velocity you really have to tap it HARD. Perhaps it will "break in" the more I use it...we'll have to see. That being said, the Full Level button makes all hits full velocity. Sure I'll have to go into the sequencer and manually adjust any velocity variants later (which I'd have to do either way) but at least you get an even baseline on all hits (for the purpose of setting volume levels on the initial mix). Most other midi controllers with velocity sensitive pads have this feature, however it usually involves menu diving which is one of my (and most other's) least favorite past times. And most of the time throws a wrench into workflow, which is what any producer would want the least. I'm hoping Donner continues manufacturing gear like this. They do have a midi keyboard out there currently, but the pitch and modulation "wheels" aren't wheels and I'm not a huge fan. A 49 key or even 61 key (with a little more room for bells and whistles...and of course; faders) is certainly something I'd like to see in the future.
@ZenTheMusician
Жыл бұрын
Wasn't impressed at all with the guitar pedals but the midi controllers are some of the best in the business and a fraction of the price. Best value overall that I've purchased in years.
@sonusaurelius6576
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!!
@faithfamilyfriendsforever6777
Жыл бұрын
Big fan of all the great gibson anf jackson ibanaiz guitars and a big fan of dooner guitars. As well thay are at a great price
@sonusaurelius6576
11 ай бұрын
I’ve never played their guitars!! Sounds like they’re good
@CMane
2 жыл бұрын
What I’m loving is the size of this unit. It would be a great sized basic MIDI controller for iOS applications and approach. 🤔👀
@sonusaurelius6576
2 жыл бұрын
Hey keezoflife, you’re right and you can actually use it with iOS. Just needs to be powered with a USB hub or something similar.
@kheaven
Жыл бұрын
Legend
@sonusaurelius6576
Жыл бұрын
Glad you found value on this video!
@faithfamilyfriendsforever6777
Жыл бұрын
Dooner means thunder and thats what thay are 100% thay are great
@sonusaurelius6576
11 ай бұрын
You really like donner!!
@soundboy89
10 ай бұрын
I just got an AKAI MPD218 and the pad sensitivity is absolute trash. You have to hit them full force for them to register anything. The whole reason I'm looking into other devices right now.
@sonusaurelius6576
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing your experience with the MDP218. I’m afraid you won’t get much better pads if you choose to go with the starrypad. This prices range is tricky. However, if you’re looking for quality pads and don’t mind spending a bit more, look into the native instruments maschine range. The pads are large with great sensitivity and it comes with a full production suite. Good luck with your search!
@bambeeification
5 ай бұрын
Can you connect the Donner Starrypad to an external synth like the Roland mc101, with the "midi out" from the Starrypad into the "midi in" port of the Roland? Can the two devices communicate with each other, and will the pad controller trigger sounds from the synth? Is there any particular configuration in the settings to adjust in order to make this two devices work together? Thanks.
@sonusaurelius6576
5 ай бұрын
Refer to the comment I put in my other video! Thanks for your question Barbara!!
@jarule275
2 ай бұрын
Just link it to your daws version of a virtual Mpc. FL studio uses FPC and it works great for me. Daws are almost always better than the native that comes with the controllers. Aside from using thier software to have your PC recognize it just use your Daws specified controller link VSTs.
@sonusaurelius6576
2 ай бұрын
Nice one - thanks!!
@jzplayr
7 ай бұрын
Hey - which would work with the Korg NTS-1 Custom Oscillator and its 3.5mm to midi?
@sonusaurelius6576
7 ай бұрын
Hey! The starrypad would work with the NTS 1. However you would need a 3.5mm to 3.5mm midi cable and make sure you can feed it power through the usb c port. There are probably better options for your type of application, and I would recommend checking out at the Arturia line of midi controllers. They generally have better integration with hardware synths.
@Syncopator
2 жыл бұрын
I didn't think the Akai MPD218 had non-USB MIDI out, isn't that a feature the Starrypad has that the Akai does not?
@sonusaurelius6576
2 жыл бұрын
Hey syncopator - you're right. Thanks for pointing that out! 🙂
@shardman4227
3 ай бұрын
Hey there good video I couldent get the starry pad app it gives me a error saying can’t proceed because DLL was not found it’s on windows 10 and the terminal tip dident work is there any alternatives
@sonusaurelius6576
3 ай бұрын
I’m not familiar with the windows version. I would try reinstalling the application here’s the link to most recent software drive.google.com/file/d/1PLJ7gZ09TUI_gGtBvyDdsZgL1fCInKzc/view?usp=sharing
@shardman4227
3 ай бұрын
@@sonusaurelius6576 nvm I got it to work one more question tho my starrypad doesent give me the options to send to device and get to devic so have my midi connected and my starrypad shows up on device setup do you know how to fix this by chance
@sonusaurelius6576
3 ай бұрын
This could be two reasons 1) the starrypad hasn’t been selected as in and out device in options/device setup 2) the device isn’t connected to the computer properly, so try disconnect/reconnect. Hope that helps!
@shardman4227
3 ай бұрын
@@sonusaurelius6576 I did option 1 and 2 nothings working I watched another video of yours and you said for mac that you have to save It to a applications folder do you know if windows 10 might have something like that
@sonusaurelius6576
3 ай бұрын
Install on windows installation packages tend to put things where they need to be so it would be that. Are connecting it directly to your computer or via a usb hub? Does the starry pad light up etc?
@bigdaddyo760
Жыл бұрын
Would you happen to know why starrypad editor doesn’t work with my controller. I change colors in the editor software but nothing happens in the controller
@sonusaurelius6576
Жыл бұрын
Hello!! Glad to help. Assuming the pad is fully functional and you’ve connect the cable properly, when you’re sending information to the device you need to ensure the software sees and is able to connect to it. It’s in the top drop down menu on the software. If you’re connected be sure to then send the new configuration to the device. If you’re still having trouble try connecting with a different cable or using a different computer. Hope that helps! If not, tell me more and I’ll try and help out.
@brianwilliams4686
9 ай бұрын
If I edit the mappings in the Mac/Windows software, does the machine save my new setting when I move the device over to my iOS device?
@sonusaurelius6576
9 ай бұрын
Hi Brian, yep! Just be sure that you send the new settings from the editor to the device. Think it’s the send to device button or something, I can’t recall. Hope that helps!
@SimpleTrax
Жыл бұрын
Most important question is avoided: Are 2 assignable knobs stuck with 0-127 midi cc value or are they incremental, eg sending only the info on which direction and how fast it is tuned? Can the banks be changed with midi messages? Can the pad lights be changed with midi messages? This review was useless.
@sonusaurelius6576
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to leave feedback sample tram. Sounds like you’re looking for an in-depth tutorial on the starrypad. Let me know if that’s something you’d like to see.
@thegerman3480
6 ай бұрын
Very basic unit. Sadly the pads are limited to instrument use only & cannot be customised to start individual tracks, mute etc. Also no way to set drum pad to full intensity. Mine went back to Amazon same day.
@sonusaurelius6576
6 ай бұрын
Fair enough! Good call - there are far better MIDI drum pads out there.
@saren6538
6 ай бұрын
What would you recommend as I’m new to this ?
@Myleskielhorn
9 ай бұрын
I don’t have sound for my pad please help I’m new to this.
@sonusaurelius6576
9 ай бұрын
Happy to help. I’ll need a little more information. What are you trying to trigger with your starry pad? It’s advertised as a “drum pad” but doesn’t come with any sounds. You have to connect it to a midi capable sampler, or a digital audio workstation (e.g., GarageBand) or sampling software.
@cashkee190
2 жыл бұрын
How do u set it up it not playing any sound I have the software
@sonusaurelius6576
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Kee-San, the Starrypad doesn't make sound out of the box. It controls parameters on digital audio workstation (DAW) or stand alone music production software, like Ableton, Logic, or reaper etc. The editor software just allows you to tell the Starrypad what messages to send to the software you're using to make music. Here are some suggestions for free DAWs to get you going blog.landr.com/best-free-daw/. If you already have a DAW, just open it up and your Starrypad should work without too much fuss. Hope that helps and thanks for watching!
@edashmusix
Жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣
@womeneater89
8 ай бұрын
I subd 💪🏽💯
@sonusaurelius6576
8 ай бұрын
Thanks very much for your subscription. If you have any thoughts on tutorial videos that would be useful for you, let me know!
@joshuasalley1948
2 жыл бұрын
Do you have a link to the software? I can't find it anywhere.
@sonusaurelius6576
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Josh, thanks for watching. The links to the editor software for windows and Mac are in this video description! If it doesn’t work let me know and I’ll send you a fresh one. Not sure why they make it so hard to find!!
@joshuasalley1948
2 жыл бұрын
@@sonusaurelius6576 thanks, I actually just found it and opened it, however when I paired the pad and the software together, it still doesn't make sound for me, am I doing something wrong?
@sonusaurelius6576
2 жыл бұрын
@@joshuasalley1948 happy to help - tell me more about your setup. What Digital Audio Workstation are you using? What plugins / instruments are you trying to control with the Starrypad?
@joshuasalley1948
2 жыл бұрын
@@sonusaurelius6576 thank you! everything is connected to my HP computer pretty much
@sonusaurelius6576
2 жыл бұрын
@@joshuasalley1948 OK cool - try this video from In the Mix kzitem.info/news/bejne/xYOLmI1oqIJefJg. It provides a good overview of how to setup MIDI controllers. You shouldn't need any Windows drivers for the Starrypad, but you may need to make sure you've linked the MIDI correctly depending on your DAW application you're trying to control. The video should show you how. Thanks!
@juliesalazar322
Жыл бұрын
Im using microsoft. How can i download it?
@sonusaurelius6576
Жыл бұрын
hi julie: here's the link to the WIN version drive.google.com/file/d/1SXSpdZXDXoIMMBrKArF7_6uXIHaAtKtF/view hope that helps!
@destinando33
10 ай бұрын
Funciona en Android?
@sonusaurelius6576
10 ай бұрын
Creo, si, pero no lo he prabado
@mattz5275
2 жыл бұрын
Does this work with FL?
@sonusaurelius6576
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Matt! Yep, works with any DAW!
@user-vx9qu5mg6v
Жыл бұрын
とてもいい歌のおと
@sonusaurelius6576
Жыл бұрын
ありがとうございました!
@user-vx9qu5mg6v
Жыл бұрын
Metoosame same school as youlm at a loss as to what to dols that cute!
@markus918
9 ай бұрын
Thank you. Thanks to the video, I began to understand a little what's what. But there are misunderstandings... I went to the Storypad Editor and found that the red SEND TO DEVICE button is not active. I can't save the changes. But I vaguely remember that at first I saved something. Was active. And also, GET FROM DEVICE does not work. Only the blue FACTORY RESET is active. I don't understand - what happened? And VSTi stopped sounding on the track. The signal goes, midi messages are recorded, but there is no sound...
@sonusaurelius6576
9 ай бұрын
Would a setup video be helpful?
@markus918
9 ай бұрын
@@sonusaurelius6576 Oh, my God! Really??? Yes, yes! Thanks!!! 🤓
@sonusaurelius6576
9 ай бұрын
I hope this helps - kzitem.info/news/bejne/r595yqmNoZuqano
@markus918
9 ай бұрын
@@sonusaurelius6576 Thank you for your reply. The issue was resolved in this way: when I specified the input and output for midi (Options - Device setup) in Starrypad Edition v 1.0.3, I did not highlight both parameters with the mouse pointer, because when connecting Starrypad to the computer, they were already determined automatically and I immediately clicked OK. And it was necessary to highlight the input and output lines and then click OK. And it is necessary to allocate both at once. I discovered this by accident in three days...😀
@sonusaurelius6576
8 ай бұрын
@@markus918 great news! that's the sad reality of music production. I lot of time spent on trying to make things work. But you learn as you go! good luck making music 😁
@conradpower7724
5 ай бұрын
218 sensitivity is terrible- don’t buy Akai
@sonusaurelius6576
5 ай бұрын
The larger pads on the 218 help though, compared the smaller ones on the starrypad.
@markus918
9 ай бұрын
Thanks, but where can I get Donner Starrypad control editor?
@sonusaurelius6576
9 ай бұрын
For some reason they put it under "MIDI keyboard" in their download page donnermusic.com.au/pages/download.
@markus918
9 ай бұрын
@@sonusaurelius6576Yes, I did it... Starrypad Editor. Connected. Everything works, the parameters change, the colors of the buttons and so on, BUT... the red SEND TO DEVICE button and the green GET FROM DEVICE button are inactive. I can't figure out why. Changes cannot be saved...
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