Workflow for triggering loops in Logic Pro and Mainstage with MIDI

I'm working with Logic Pro and Mainstage. Can i set up loops to play in background and trigger them with my MIDI controller while i play keys and sing? What is the basic workflow?

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 26.6

Posted on Sep 28, 2026 4:32 AM

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Sep 28, 2026 6:24 AM in response to David Bruce Hughes

You can do this in a similar fashion like you are triggering samples from a keyboard. The easy way is to assign midi notes to the pads/buttons or switches of your controller. This is usually done by a control software that came with your controller. Then you can use Sampler which is pretty straight forward or Logic's Live Loop Grid which may need a few more steps.

Workflow for triggering loops in Logic Pro and Mainstage with MIDI

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