Tech note #1 The goal of this article is to simply explain rackspaces and variations for users who are already familiar with the basics of Gig Performer. What exactly is a rackspace? A rackspace is the container for a collection of interconnected plugins representing...
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Converting PDF files for use with Gig Performer ChordPro
In this article, you will learn about converting PDF files for use with Gig Performer ChordPro. Background . The ChordPro/Lyric window in Gig Performer does not yet have built-in support for viewing PDF files. However, since it does support images, a workaround is to...
Controlling the RJM GT Mastermind from Gig Performer
Background .The RJM GT Mastermind pedal controllers are MIDI pedalboards with a collection of buttons above which are little text displays. The normal way to use this pedal board is to create your banks using their software and define what information each button...
How to hide unwanted plugins
In this article, we will show you how to hide unwanted plugins. How to disable a plugin If you have a plugin that you never use (and who doesn’t!), then you can disable it in the Plugin Manager. Simply select the plugin and click the Enabled switch to disable it. When...
The System Actions plugin
The System Actions plugin is new with Gig Performer 4 and is multi-purposed. One important feature is to provide local control many Gig Performer global actions. These actions are, for example, Tap Tempo, Play/Stop, setting the Master Trim among many others....
How to change the underlying MIDI Input device for all MIDI In Blocks in all Rackspaces
In this article you will learn how to change the underlying MIDI Input device for all MIDI In blocks in all rackspaces. Scenario Suppose you connected a specific keyboard cover USB. Also, all your MIDI In blocks refer to a specific MIDI input device. Now, you have...
If your fans start running hot when you load Gig Performer, it’s probably not Gig Performer!
A few Gig Performer users have reported a problem where, after loading a gig file, the fans (laptop fans, not your audience!) turn on, your computer gets hot and your activity monitor or task manager indicates that Gig Performer is using a huge amount of CPU cycles....
Scaling Curves – Advanced Usage
The new scaling curve mechanism in Gig Performer 4 replaces the older linear-only scaling that was available in previous versions of Gig Performer. Scaling curves can be associated with widgets and with the Note Velocity values of MIDI In blocks. NB the same mechanism...
Avoid controlling plugin parameters directly from your MIDI controller
In this article, you will learn why you should avoid controlling plugin parameters directly from your MIDI controller. Background Many Gig Performer users coming from older applications often try to bypass widgets. Instead, they use the plugin’s built-in MIDI learn...
How to use ChordPro files in Gig Performer
In this article you will learn about ChordPro files, how to find them or create your own, and how to use them in Gig Performer. What is ChordPro? .ChordPro is a file format that allows you to represent lyrics and chords using text markup that can then be displayed in...
How to optimize your PC for the Stage – download FREE e-book
This comprehensive guide is intended to help musicians optimize their Windows PCs to process audio as fast and as reliably as possible. To get the most from Windows for digital audio processing, you need to be optimize many Windows settings and features. By following...
A plugin crashed Gig Performer – how to find out which one
Plugins crash due to many reasons! Learn how to troubleshoot what AU, VST3 or VST plugin crashed in Gig Performer and see tips how to resolve the issue.