Will switching to MIDI cables fix lack of driver updates for Sonoma?

I've tried using my different midi controllers (an AKAI MPK mini and a Keystation 61 MK3), and while both devices lit up or had their lights on, neither gave visual feedback or worked when I tried using them with Logic. I already tried manually adding both via the Control Surfaces under Settings, but didn't have any luck. I also ran a system report via the More Info from the About this Mac function, and it didn't appear under devices listed; could this be a USB 3.0 issue? I've read somehow it conflicts with things.


I read that both AKAI and Keystation haven't provided updated drivers for Sonoma, so will getting an audio interface and MIDI cable remedy this?


Thanks for any info or help!

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 14.5

Posted on Jun 21, 2024 6:02 PM

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Jun 22, 2024 1:42 PM in response to urlocalshibe

I believe that most basic MIDi devices connected via USB are class compliant, am pretty sure the Keystations are, and that most devices are just USB 2.0 anyway. So basically you shouldn't need a special driver at all.


But, yes, if you connect these devices via MIDI to a MIDI / USB interface or an USB audio interface with MIDI ports, each with updated Sonoma drivers, that should also work.

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