multiple input devices
Hello I just got max/msp 5 and was wondering if there was a way to have multiple input devices. So far in the DSP status it seems like I can only have one input active at a time and I have three inputs I want to use.
What OS are you running? You could try making an aggregate device if you're on mac: https://cycling74.com/forums/soundflower-aggregate-device-aggravation/
I"m using windows 7. also I'm assuming my midi won't be a problem and is separate from the inputs because I didn't see the option for it in the input devices; I don't mean to ask dumb questions but this thing takes a lot of reading to make anything happen.
Edit: I messaged a guy on soundcloud who said he used max/msp and he said I should be able to use the ctlin object to get the values for my input devices so I think I'll try that though I'm leaving for a bit and it will have to wait till the morning. If someone could give a short guide on how to do it that would be appreciated though because I mean the learning curve is pretty tough and I'm eager to make this thing work.
ahh right not exactly sure about PC's but you should see your plugged in midi devices when you double click on the object [noteout] or [notein].
Just saw your edit and [ctlin] would work to get the pots/knobs from your midi controller but not the note information.
Here's a little patch, also double click on the print object and look at what the max window sees, I find visualising the flow of data really handy. Print will be a really useful tool for learning and debugging :)
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hmm that would suck if I could only get midi controller information from ctlin, the other 3 inputs I have aren't midi controllers they're contact mics and a microphone and also the midi device I'm using is just a keyboard so it doesn't have any pots or knobs, thanks for the patch btw.
Nah man nothing sucks about max/msp it's just bullshit hard sometimes if you don't know about digital signal processing and programming.
Yeah Ctlin you won't be able to read contact mic information from, try the ezdac or adc~ to read audio information and convert it into a digital signal. Max is cleverer than all of us, takes a bit of getting used to but once you've got the hang of it, it will make you butt tonnes smarter.
I wouldn't say I've got it yet, but have decent grip from going through a really useful book for amateurs and hobbyists called "Max/msp and jitter for music" - By VJ manzo. It's aimed at beginners and builds up ability pretty quick. Can't recommend it enough, if all your questions aren't answered about basic audio/midi manipulation by the end of finishing it I will pay for the book!