Hi Everybody,
I have used VEP7 (and predecessors) for years with Finale, and to a lesser extent Cubase.
But now, I would like to begin using my VSL & Synchron libraries with a physical keyboard.
My purpose would be to use the keyboard like a piano ... to audition the SOUNDS of short phrases (melodic units over harmonies, played with 2 hands) primarily with piano samples, but also possibly with string samples, since they are available.
For this purpose, I do not need any of the numerous features, capabilities, effects, and articulations of VSL ... just the great basic sounds. Consequently I do not need all kinds of buttons, sliders, faders, etc. Simplicity is more important than functionality.
A desktop, 49 key (mini or full-size keys), velocity-sensitive, semi-weighted keyboard, with a sustain capability, and both speaker and headphone options seems to be the most efficient option at this point. Hopefully I would be able to just plug the keyboard into my computer and play. I don't really know the pros and cons of USB versus Midi setups.
ANY SUGGESTIONS AND COMMENTS WILL BE VERY VERY MUCH APPRECIATED
Dave W
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My Studio setup is as follows ...
iMac Pro, 64GB, Mac OS 10.15.7 (Catalina)
Mac Finale v26 Cubase 10.5 For Mac
VEP SE Libraries, Synchronized SE Libraries, Various Other VSL Libraries