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Before you get started, be sure to review the equipment checklist to make sure you have everything you need.
1

Prep

Download and install MainStage from the Apple App Store. Using the download link we sent via email, download the keyboard programming and unzip the MainStage concert file.Most audio interfaces are plug-and-play but if yours isn’t, download and install the necessary software drivers.
2

Assemble

Set your keyboard, computer, and interface on appropriate stands or surfaces. Avoid using an X-style keyboard stand because it offers the least amount of legroom and flexibility with pedals.Never put your computer or interface on a sheet music stand, even if it seems stable. It isn’t.
3

Connect

The sustain pedal normally plugs into a jack labeled “Sustain”, “Damper”, or “Switch 1”. The expression pedal should plug into a continuous control jack (likely labeled “CC1”).Your audio interface connects your computer, keyboard, and sound system together:
  • Your audio interface most likely connects to your computer with a USB cable.
  • Using a 5-pin MIDI cable, connect the MIDI OUT from your keyboard into the MIDI IN of your audio interface.
  • Connect your audio interface’s stereo output to your venue’s sound system.
Inexpensive USB hubs are prone to failure. If you must use a USB hub, plug your audio interface directly into your computer and only use the USB hub for non-critical devices (e.g., keyboard and mouse).
Plug the power adapters for the keyboard, computer, and interface (if applicable) into a surge protector.
4

Boot up

Turn on your computer, audio interface, and keyboard. Confirm that MainStage is receiving MIDI input. Depending on your keyboard’s configuration, you may need to assign your patch change and expression pedal.
Magic Fox Basic Main Stage Setup Diagram Pn

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