Leave a Review MIDI Designer Pro X
Gamechnager for MIDI enabled guitar pedals
I've been using the app for over a year to build layouts to control many Chase Bliss pedals. I use a widi jack to connect wirelessly over bluetooth and it's been a game changer. Fun uses:
- Controlling my pedals from across the room while sat comfortably on the couch
- Accessing hidden controls (no more menu diving)
- Saving/recalling settings - no more struggling to remember dial positions
The developer also updates the app regularily.Show lessCBPedalJunkie
Subscription based
Need to subscribe for the most basic features, not worth itFaultyVaulty
Interesting BUT
I payed for a whole app without constant access denied to the other quintessential pages of this app which could make it in fact a highly versatile and effective midi control solution;BUT apparently i have to pay twice to get an usable app...more fluff than anything else at this point...EC0SMINU
Developer Response
You don't have to pay twice. If you bought before we went free, you have access to Premium forever. If you didn't, then you have to subscribe to Premium for Premium features. PLEASE get in touch via Config -> Actions -> Email Us and we will get you sorted. Thanks.Big ups to the developers!
Loving the snap-to-value-over-time and accelerometer functionality. Plus the incredible support behind the app. Huge value for the money—punches way above its weight.Tony’s Uncle
Developer Response
Thanks for the app love!Super useful app
I use this app to remotely control MIDI enabled guitar pedals and it’s perfect. Saves a lot of menu diving and fiddling with controls.Richard Yot
Poorly handled move to subscriptions
I have mixed feelings writing this. I’ve received outstanding value from Midi Designer over the years. However, the way of handling the move to subscription model was very poor! You just don’t take functionality away from a product after the fact when someone purchased it!
At the very least they should have placed a big fat warning on the update that triggered this! Ideally they should have stopped sales of the app and launched a new one. The reasons they gave for not doing that are bogus IMO.
So … deleting the app on principle. Thanks for the many years of great work though.Show lesswareismike
Developer Response
Today, we are making some changes. Everyone who purchased MIDI Designer Pro 2 prior to our switch to subscription on January 25, 2024 will have lifetime access to all existing features before the 10.0 update. For full details see mididude.com/what-about-me Thanks! DanSteep learning curve, but extremely versatile.
It really isn’t difficult once you understand it, but the interface definitely takes some getting used to. Once you do, you’ll be able to whip up a custom control set in no time.
I’ve barely scratched the surface so far. My semi modular synth only had a couple of assignable parameters, but there are over a dozen different options for one of the outputs on the patch bay that is buried deep in a menu (on a synth with no screen). I quickly figured out how to make a grid of buttons to send out the program change signal for each one. Now I can change the parameter instantly without having to even open the menu.
The app is definitely function over form, but gives you the tools to quickly design and program a MIDI control surface for your hardware and software synths, and any other conceivable use for it. Not to mention the integration with a MIDI-based scripting language. The possibilities really do seem endless.
I do hope the interface is easier to navigate in future updates. It is very difficult to make things look nice, and feels like the interface works against you. However, the devs are still active and frequently updating. I can imagine they have plans to streamline everything once they have most of the functionality set and major bugs squashed.Show lessAcksnth
Developer Response
Thanks for this, we appreciate your feedback and will work to make navigation easier.Midi ProX for Korg Volgas & Logic
This app is amazing and is organized exceptionally well. I purchased MIDI Designer Pro X for better control over Volca Beats/Bass and in order to tweak Logic Pro. I send all of my MIDI signals through my Mac which makes it a super easy process. As a beginner having the Korg layout as a starting point was ideal. Ive been loving playing with this in my studio, and I’m stoked to use it at an outdoor event next. I’m utilizing just the free version for now, but am excited to crack open the premium when I get to my next levelShow lessEmilly Flynn
Developer Response
Thanks for loving MIDI Designer. We love to hear about use cases like yours. Please consider sharing your layout -- even if you think it's only useful to you -- on our QA site (midiDesigner.com/qa). Might be a useful starting point for others. Or not, but most importantly: enjoy!Amazingly versatile controller
Gotta say, made this app running on my iPad mini the absolute centerpiece of my entire elaborate rig--and I couldn't be happier. When I use an "ad hoc" connection to my Mac mini, performance is ROCK solid. Amazing. Thanks a ton!iOSmusicMAKER
Developer Response
Thanks, glad it's working for you. Enjoy!I USED TO BE In Love w/ this MIDI app !
Until they turned it into a subscription when I had already paid for a full version for full use. My original review which I have now deleted, was an extremely wonderful and glowing review of this app. my question to the coders is simply this. By updating this app after I have already paid in full for it, what features am I losing if I’m not going to pay a subscription which I am not going to? And why in the new screenshots do you have the subscription prices intentionally blurred out? perhaps that last question is a dumb one.Show lessAshFallenBrightly
Developer Response
Today, we are making some changes. Everyone who purchased MIDI Designer Pro 2 prior to our switch to subscription on January 25, 2024 will have lifetime access to all existing features before the 10.0 update. For full details see mididude.com/what-about-me Thanks! Dan
