pitza1234
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Q: Import GM midi file

Hi,I have just bought a mac midi and installed logic express 8 so that i  can add better quality vocals to my own midi compositions which I have  sequenced on a PC in general midi format using a realfont  soundbank   which makes the midi instruments sound pretty good. My question is can I  bring the GM file into logic and make it sound as good as it does on my  PC so that I can add my vocals Ps  I work in  a very simple way on a  very basic Magix sequencer as I have done for years so logic seems a  bit bewildering to use so I need things explained in simple terms  please.
Cheers Pitza.

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Posted on Sep 27, 2013 2:17 PM

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  • by Guitartist,

    Guitartist Guitartist Sep 28, 2013 10:15 AM in response to pitza1234
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    Sep 28, 2013 10:15 AM in response to pitza1234

    Out of curiosity, since you like the sounds on your pc have you tried bouncing them to audio files and importing those into LE8?

     

    Otherwise, your question is rather subjective and only you can decide if Logic's instruments can give you satisfactory sounds, although I suspect you will be pleasantly surprised.  The best way to find out is to import your MIDI file or drag & drop into Logic, which will automatically create tracks and assign software instruments (e.g. the EXS24).  If you're not quite happy with any given instrument patch, just try some others until you find something you like.

     

    You should go through your LE8 manual or look here at the LE9 manual, which will be okay to show you the basics:

     

    http://documentation.apple.com/en/logicexpress_otherhelp/Exploring%20Logic%20Exp ress%209%20(en).pdf

     

    Also, you could just do a search on YouTube for importing MIDI into Logic.  You'll find tons of videos.

     

    If after this you still have some specific questions, just come on back.