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- Page 1 VersaKey Series MIDI Keyboards VersaKey 25, 49, 61, 88 User Manual The information included in this user manual is subject to change at any time and without notification: Version: Date and author initials: 02-11-2020 RV Revision date and author initials: -...
- Page 2 To use Bitwig 8-Track, simply register at www.bitwig.com/8-track and follow the steps to install Bitwig 8-Track on your computer. A special function has been included in Bitwig for the Devine VersaKey Series, ensuring that your model is included in the list of compatible MIDI devices. This way, when you connect your device up to a computer running Bitwig, the device will immediately switch to the correct operating mode for Bitwig.
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Page 3: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions WARNING! Keep this device away from moisture, water and rain to prevent risk of electric shocks! Every person involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this device must: - Be qualified. - Be skilled. - Have read the instructions included in this user manual. - Be sure that neither the device nor any included accessories are damaged. - Page 4 - Should the device not be used in the manner described in this user manual, damages or even injuries could occur. Devine cannot be held responsible for any injuries or damages that occur as a result of improper use of this product.
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Page 5: Symbol Explanation
Suitable for indoor use only: This product was designed for indoor use only. The maximum environmental temperature must not exceed 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit). Contact: Devine Pro Audio Products Verrijn Stuartweg 18 4462 GE Goes The Netherlands Please do not send any physical products to this correspondence address. - Page 6 Devine VersaKey MIDI controllers. Using the VersaKey Without Bitwig 8-Track Any of the Devine VersaKey USB MIDI controllers can be used with software other than Bitwig. Since MIDI devices are universal, it is possible to use almost any software that supports MIDI over USB in combination with any of the VersaKey controller models.
- Page 7 Using the VersaKey Series With and Without Bitwig It is also possible to use the VersaKey Series controllers with Bitwig 8-Track before changing to a different DAW programme, other software, or another computer. The information included in this user manual is subject to change at any time and without notification:...
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Page 8: Product Features And Specifications
Product Features & Specifications Devine VersaKey MIDI keyboards have a similar construction and functionality. The difference between each model lies in the number of keys and the number of fitted parameter buttons. Below, an overview of the 61-key model has been included. Each of the other models included in the VersaKey Series all offer similar features. - Page 9 adjustment depending on the selected preset. 4. LED Display The LED display provides continuous information regarding the status of the last selected function. For example, when adjusting a rotary encoder, the MIDI value will be displayed; when selecting the MIDI channel, the channel number is displayed. Whenever a parameter is being adjusted, the LED display will show any relevant information.
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Page 10: System Requirements
The default setting for the Pedal A socket is set up for a sustain pedal. The default setting for the Pedal B socket is set up for an expression pedal. 10. 5-pin DIN MIDI Output This output can be used to connect and control older, more standard MIDI hardware fitted with a 5-pin DIN port. - Page 11 Connecting the VersaKey to a computer or laptop The VersaKey should be automatically recognised as a generic MIDI input and output device as soon as it is connected to a computer or laptop. If you’re using an application that supports MIDI input, go to the settings and select the VersaKey as the MIDI INPUT device. Connecting the VersaKey via analogue 5-pin DIN Every VersaKey keyboard comes fitted with a 5-pin DIN port that supports a MIDI OUT signal so that the VersaKey can also be used as a secondary keyboard for other keyboards...
- Page 12 – Then press the VEL.CURVE key to approximate the velocity setting – Turn the central transport knob to select a value between 01 and 06 – Press Enter to confirm the setting. The LED screen will now display the current curve setting Octave Function (pitch up/down) Using the Octave function, the range of the keyboard can be shifted up or down by an entire...
- Page 13 parameters, and 128 to 134 are special values. For example, these parameters can control volume, pan, expression, reverb, chorus, and portamento, as long as the software and/or hardware supports these kinds of functions. Any of the VersaKey control elements is able to send each of the 128 MIDI messages as needed, as long as the connected device is able to receive them.
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Page 14: Extra Functions
Press the Enter button to confirm and save the selection. Extra Functions All of the Devine VersaKey models offer further functionality that is not necessarily required to get the best out of the device, but can be useful if you want to use more advanced functions. - Page 15 While it doesn’t literally produce any sound itself, the MIDI data output of the VersaKey can be interrupted, essentially muting the keyboard. Press the Edit button and then press the Mute button. The LED screen will display ‘ON’ to indicate that the Mute function has been activated. Repeat the process once more to disable the Mute function.
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Page 16: Pad Options
Press the Edit button then press the Shift button to activate the lower layer. Pad Options The VersaKey Series models provide drum pads that can be used to perform functions like controlling a software sampler. Because of how these pads work, they can also be ‘played’... - Page 17 To change the velocity curve of the drum pads, press the Edit button and then press the Pad Curve button. The LED screen will display the currently selected curve. The value can then be adjusted between 01 and 06 using the transport section rotary knob. Confirm the selection by pressing the Enter button.
- Page 18 BLACK GREEN BLEU CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW ORANGE Transport Buttons / MMC / MIDI Machine Control The transport section of the VersaKey include the following buttons: [<<],[>>],[O],[stop],[play] These buttons can be used to trigger specific recording controls via MIDI. The function of these buttons will depend on whether or not the hardware or software being used is able to support them.
- Page 19 location of the sound you’re looking for. Many VST instruments like Native Instruments FM7 or the synth modules included in Reason are non-GM devices, and therefore cannot call up the correct sound according to the GM list. Bank Change messages are useful for calling up sounds from the large library of a sound module or software synth.
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Page 20: Specifications
Specifications General features: – Functionally versatile MIDI-keyboards – semi-weighted, velocity sensitive, full-size keys – fitted with extra rotary encoders and drumpads – fitted with two inputs for expression and sustain pedals – compatible with hardware and software that supports MIDI input –... -
Page 21: Appendix A --Midi Implementation Chart
Appendix A ——MIDI IMPLEMENTATION CHART Function Transmitted Recognized Remarks Basic Default 1-16 Channel Changed 1-16 Mode Default Mode 3 Messages Altered ***** Note 0-127 Number True Voice ***** Velocity Note ON Note OFF After Key’s Touch Channel Pitch Bend Control 0-119 Change 120-127... -
Page 22: Appendix B - Useful Midi Data Tables
Appendix B – Useful MIDI Data Tables BI-General MIDI Instruments-Program Change Numbers Piano Bass Reed Synth Effects 0 Acoustic Grand Piano 32 Acoustic Bass 64 Soprano Sax 96 SFX Rain 1 Bright Acoustic Piano 33 Fingered Bass 65 Alto Sax 97 SFX Soundtrack 2 Electric grand Piano 34 Electric Picked... - Page 23 B2-Roland GS and Yamaha XG NRPN Messages NRPN NRPN Data Data CC99 CC98 CC06 CC38 08-00-7F (-64-0-+63) Vibrato Rate (relative change) 09 00-7F (-64-0-+63) Vibrato Depth (relative change) 0A 00-7F (-64-0-+63) Vibrato Delay (relative change) 20 00-7F (-64-0-+63) Filter Cutoff Freq. (relative change) 21 00-7F (-64-0-+63) Filter Resonance (relative change) 63 00-7F...
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Page 24: Appendix C - General Midi Controller Numbers (Midi Cc's)
B3-General MIDI Drums-Note assignments MIDI Drum Sound MIDI Drum Sound MIDI Drum Sound Note Note Note Acoustic Bass Drum Chinese Cymbal Cabasa Bass Drum 1 Ride Bell Maracas Side Stick Tambourine Short Whistle Acoustic Snare Splash Cymbal Long Whistle Hand Clap Cowbell Short Guiro Electric Snare... -
Page 25: Appendix E-Assignable Controller Numbers To Non-Linear Controllers
Appendix E-Assignable Controller Numbers to Non-Linear Controllers The contents of this table only apply to the following control elements of the VersaKey: Transport Section, Sustain Pedal 0-127 General controller PAD controller Pitch Bend Master Volume Program Change RPN Coarse RPN Fine NRPN Coarse NRPN Fine Appendix F –... -
Page 26: Appendix H - Factory Presets
Appendix H - Factory Presets Penal controller Controller number Controller name Program Change Standard MIDI Controller Standard MIDI Controller Standard MIDI Controller Standard MIDI Controller Standard MIDI Controller Standard MIDI Controller Standard MIDI Controller PITCHBEND TOUCH STRIPS Pitch Bend MODULATION TOUCH STRIPS MODULATION Pad controller PEDAL A... - Page 27 The information included in this user manual is subject to change at any time and without notification: Version: Date and author initials: 02-11-2020 RV Revision date and author initials: -...
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