I downloaded and installed and everything appeared to go fine. However, when I opened a midi file, no midi loads. The file shows as the open file but nothing is in the editor. Any ideas?
Try opening the file attached, that works in Beatbuilder here with me. If this opens it will eliminate one variable at least. It is possible that the midi file you are making does not map onto the Beatbuilder midi/instruments numbers. This often happens with non-standard midi mapping such as with the World Percussion drum kit.
Ok, thanks I will give that a try but must admit I’m a bit confused. One of the features of this editor from the OP and why I grabbed it is that it “automates converting downloaded MIDI files to a format compatible with the BeatBuddy pedal. Specifically, it remaps instruments to the subset of instruments included in the standard BeatBuddy kits”. How does it convert midi files to a compatible format if it won’t even load them?
Update - Tim’s file worked, I’m able to open it just fine (so far as I can tell) with the Beatbuilder. But the song file I have still will not open though it is mapped to BB std kit and plays fine. Is there a note limit in the Beatbuilder by chance? Also, still curious about how it remaps files. Thanks
how do i get it to work on win 10?
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Tony, instead of double-posting, let’s cut it down to a single thread, please!
you need Java and updated .
Then click on the jar files to open Beatbuilder.
If don’t work try this:
I get it working with this tool
Download the “jarfix.exe” and just 2x click, and it works
http://johann.loefflmann.net/en/software/jarfix/index.html#Download
Greetings
thx, java is up to date, have downloaded jarfix double clicked but what do i do then?
ahhh just started working, many thx
Glad for you , enjoy !!
I’m trying to use the copy and edit function but can’t figure it out. I want to copy an entire section and use the same section throughout four bars. Any advice?
Bil, just to be clear, are you trying to do this in the BeatBuddy Manager (BBM) or in the Beat Builder? If in the BBM, you can review http://forum.mybeatbuddy.com/index.php?threads/duplicating-a-part-to-move-i-give.6586/#post-27539
I’m trying to do it in the builder
I’m trying to copy notes from one measure to another. However, each time I paste the copied notes it does paste them but also ads a new blank measure. How do I copy notes without having it add a new measure?
such a shame it HAS to have Java. I refuse to install java for anything!
Anyone try editing a midi file right in the beat buddy manager? I usually use a third party software, but I thought to save some time (just editing a single hit or two) I’d right click and use the built in editor. I have to say it is aweful. There are hits that don’t show in the editor, the spacing between hits doesn’t make sense. I’m using version 1.6.4.0 so I’m not sure… maybe there’s an update somewhere. This can’t be the editing software that the BB staff developed is it? Yeesh.
Rather than try to use it as a midi editor, it is better suited as a tool to identify Non-Supported drum instruments and bass notes which should then be fixed in your DAW.
The developers are aware of the issues.
can i use boss rc-50 as a slave to beat buddy using midi sync?
You have a nice looper that works very well as a standalone device however, things become more complex when you try to get it to work with other midi pedals. Forum users have had varying degrees of success and frustration with the Boss RC-50. You can search the forum for comments on “Boss RC50” and see what they have to say. http://forum.mybeatbuddy.com/index.php?threads/beat-buddy-loopers-midi-sync.82/page-8#post-15622see post 157. The key takeaway is that the midi will work reasonably well with the Boss as master.
There are many reviews from non-forum users that also reflect that the Boss RC-50 is not very midi-friendly. http://www.zzounds.com/productreview–BOSRC50
If you figure out how to make it work well with the BeatBuddy, please share with the forum what you did to get it to work well.