When I tried to apply the discount code for the Synido TempoPad, I get "The promotional code you entered cannot be applied to your purchase." It doesn't seem to be valid for me. Initially it added the 12% coupon that was already on offer and I thought that it didn't work due to a doubling up on discounts. So I removed the other discount, refreshed the page to make sure it was not being applied and still your 20BESTPAD code gave me that error. To be thorough, I cleared my cache, etc as well as tried on another device and the code still kicked back that error. Any ideas?
@@Taetro Specialistic stuff like chopping, FX, and setting it up with other apps makes sense. Other than that, further breaking down the process of making a track from A to Z is helpful.
I like these suggestions, especially how you would use it efficiently with other apps/back in ableton. I played with koala a bit a year ago and it was fun making some sample beats on the couch or in the garden but it’s of course a whole different game creating on the desk with the mac and a plethora of real instruments at hand. So my question is basically: how do I implement this „fun stuff“ in a „real“ (whatever this is) track Edit: oh yeah, track breakdown is always super nice! And: I comment rarely so before I forget: @Taetro I would like to thank you sincerely for being such an inspiration! You manage to increase the time I spend with musicmaking and looking beyond the genre I’m usually focused on and for this I‘m grateful 😊
This is an amazing tutorial. I am using koala for quite awhile and I didnt know about mixer and about launching the sequences sequentially. Definetely need the part two ❤
Man, how you always know what videos I need!!! I am on holidays and I was searching for a mobile beat making app working with midi mapping for my minilab 3, and then this shows in my feed! Thank you so much TAETRO! ❤
I've been using Koala extensively for some time now. But I thought I would watch anyway... and it paid off! I learned a couple things I was overlooking. it's amazing how quickly you can learn and teach any kit or software. True professional. thank you!
Awesome tutorial! Can you show or explain how you put each sample on different pads? I have the same setup, but each pad just plays a variation of the selected sample in Koala.
Taetro- excellent overview. So much fun. Thank u! The iPad mini seems to be sitting on an adapter that lets u power the iPad mini and connect it to the Synido (via USB?-C)?
Koala is the bomb, but the number 1 best thing about it is the speed of the workflow. Its quicker than anything else I can think of to get from idea to beat.
@@Taetro This might be somewhat niche, but as an Ableton Push 3 standalone owner, I would love to see how you would go about using both in a beat making workflow. I was able to get the Push 3 standalone set up to control iPad-synths using AUM on the iPad and an iRig Pro for communication back and forth. I just haven't figured out a good workflow to put it all into practice and not let the technology get in the way of making music.
Very informative but since the was a beginners tutorial would have been nice to get a final performance to hear how it all comes together in the final song
I’ve been using koala off and on for a few months now (brand new beatmaker), and just recently bought a MidiFighter 3D (the one without the knobs) as a midi controller. I’m looking at the tempo pad and now I’m thinking it looks more like what I’m looking for, with the knobs and the other functions. It’s also significantly cheaper. Do you think I should stick with the midifighter or swap over to the tempo pad? Dope video btw. Also, yes, a part 2 would be sick lol.
If you just recently got the midi fighter, stick with that for a bit (unless you’re gonna sell it!). No need to swap out gear unless it’s reeeally hindering you. Push it as far as it can go.
@@Taetro yeah, I was considering selling it rather than keeping it; I shopped around a bit before settling on it because it wanted something still semi-portable but also with an easy way to control things. I just feel like, based on this video, the tempo pad is slightly more what I’m looking for in terms of function. Although, I do love the arcade buttons on the midifighter lol.
Thanks. Great video. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽Some video on the best cheap/ free sound packs sources, especially those available on both android and iOS phones would be great. So would any preset rich synth apps ( I mentioned synprez fm on your short), any ideas anyone? Android compatible apps especially, no shortage on iOS. Maybe even compare some android vs iOS , or similar apps like grainstorm and FRMS ,or DRC and poison 😊👍✌️
@taetro - Thank you for creating this channel and content. I just purchased the TempoPAD because of this and a few of your other videos that featured it. Upon arrival, I immediately connected it directly to my iPad with a USB-C to USB-C cable but it didn't work. So I tried another and it also didn't work. I assumed 2:07 it was dead on arrival and was just about to box it up for return when I tried the provided cable and it worked. I then tried another USB-A to USB-C cable and it also worked. It looks like you aren't using the provided cable. What are you using? I'm trying to remove USB-A from my life.
interesting! I have so many usb c cables I cannot remember which came from where. The orange cable I’m using here came with my tempokey, but this I’m also connecting via a dock. Just tried connecting the tempo pad to my iPad directly with another cable and it works. Perhaps the cable is a dud? Or some other issue. Could be iPad specific, etc. BUT FIRST one mistake I always make is accidentally connecting to the power port on the tempopad instead of the data port. So double check that.
Hi taetro! I just purchased a Synido Tempopad (thanks for the discount code btw!). And I also got an OTG Adapter to plug it to my Ipad (5th gen), however the Koala app is not responding to the Tempopad at all. Is this a configuration issue? please help me, thanks!
How does a newbie know how many pads they need? And layout? Like Synido keys (and others) have 4x2 or 8x1 pads, but there's also 4x4 pads like used here (and maschine), but they also make an 8x8 that seems similar to ones I've seen for Ableton
It’s a good question! The 4x4 grid is a standard arrangement for a lot of samplers and a pad layout that is ideal for finger drummer. (Bigger pads!) 8x8 grids like a launchpad can still be used for finger drumming however those grids also usually have other functions like clip launching (ableton live), parameter mapping, note grids etc. So to start, most importantly, you should have a grasp on whatever software you’re going to be using and how a controller can help you interact with the software in a fun and useful way
Great video!, but I have an issue regarding how Koala works. It seems that it always assigns any sample to the C3 key, regardless of whether the sample is on a different pitch. Is there a way to fix this?
For iPhone you’ll definitely want the apple “camera connection kit” im trying some different adapters atm because it can definitely be super confusing!
@@Taetro I was wondering where are all those cables going? it looks like youre using one for a power bank underneath the tablet and maybe connecting to another port in the tablet using the "data transfer cable" into the controller. I also wanted to ask if in this setup youre using the ipad speakers or an external JBL type speaker youre plugging into. Would love to be able to monitor on wire phones or small speaker. Thanks!!
@@Taetro yeah I think those DJ jog wheels output a lot of crazy midi data vs a simple rotary encoder. I like the controller you were using. I’m looking into it now. I have a novation launchkey Mini but it has no infinite rotary encoders
Synido is hooking everyone up with a discount on their controllers! Check the code in the description!!
When I tried to apply the discount code for the Synido TempoPad, I get "The promotional code you entered cannot be applied to your purchase." It doesn't seem to be valid for me. Initially it added the 12% coupon that was already on offer and I thought that it didn't work due to a doubling up on discounts. So I removed the other discount, refreshed the page to make sure it was not being applied and still your 20BESTPAD code gave me that error. To be thorough, I cleared my cache, etc as well as tried on another device and the code still kicked back that error. Any ideas?
More in-depth Koala guides pls. This app has basically been a game changer in sampling for the masses.
any particular direction you think we should go?
@@Taetro Specialistic stuff like chopping, FX, and setting it up with other apps makes sense. Other than that, further breaking down the process of making a track from A to Z is helpful.
I like these suggestions, especially how you would use it efficiently with other apps/back in ableton. I played with koala a bit a year ago and it was fun making some sample beats on the couch or in the garden but it’s of course a whole different game creating on the desk with the mac and a plethora of real instruments at hand. So my question is basically: how do I implement this „fun stuff“ in a „real“ (whatever this is) track
Edit: oh yeah, track breakdown is always super nice!
And: I comment rarely so before I forget: @Taetro I would like to thank you sincerely for being such an inspiration! You manage to increase the time I spend with musicmaking and looking beyond the genre I’m usually focused on and for this I‘m grateful 😊
All great suggestions!! And @chrismowag6919 thanks so much - that’s great to hear. You should definitely comment more often
nice 👍...prt 2
people should like this comment if they agree!
Great video, and surprising to know you were just staying and only had 10 subscribers at the time. 😮
This is an amazing tutorial. I am using koala for quite awhile and I didnt know about mixer and about launching the sequences sequentially. Definetely need the part two ❤
Good to know it was still useful! What do you want to see in part two?
@@Taetrohow to perform live with the koala app would be cool please 😅
Thank you for taking the time sir
I’ve been looking for something my son can get into sampling and sequencing.
He’s only 9, but it’s time
this is such a useful app, so many ways to get a track started or even almost 100% completed, especially with the extensive export options!
Man, how you always know what videos I need!!! I am on holidays and I was searching for a mobile beat making app working with midi mapping for my minilab 3, and then this shows in my feed! Thank you so much TAETRO! ❤
Koala with midi controller is so dope!
YUP!!!
I occasionally use koala since some years. Great app and you did a great tutorial!
thank you Julien!
I've been using Koala extensively for some time now. But I thought I would watch anyway... and it paid off! I learned a couple things I was overlooking. it's amazing how quickly you can learn and teach any kit or software. True professional. thank you!
good to know it’s got the Bobby limes stamp of approval!
@@Taetro hahahah thanks for all you do. I forwarded along to some homies starting out
Awesome video, awesome App! Thanks a lot for sharing Bro! Swane.
Awesome tutorial! Can you show or explain how you put each sample on different pads? I have the same setup, but each pad just plays a variation of the selected sample in Koala.
Taetro- excellent overview. So much fun. Thank u! The iPad mini seems to be sitting on an adapter that lets u power the iPad mini and connect it to the Synido (via USB?-C)?
Koala is the bomb, but the number 1 best thing about it is the speed of the workflow. Its quicker than anything else I can think of to get from idea to beat.
yes the workflow is crazy fast!
Looking forward to this series!
lmk if there's apps you'd like to see in the future!
@@Taetro This might be somewhat niche, but as an Ableton Push 3 standalone owner, I would love to see how you would go about using both in a beat making workflow. I was able to get the Push 3 standalone set up to control iPad-synths using AUM on the iPad and an iRig Pro for communication back and forth. I just haven't figured out a good workflow to put it all into practice and not let the technology get in the way of making music.
I think YOU should make a vid on that setup because that sounds dope and something a lot of folks would be interested in
@@Taetro Yeah, fair point! 😂
This is amazing!!
Very informative but since the was a beginners tutorial would have been nice to get a final performance to hear how it all comes together in the final song
check this one! ruclips.net/video/D7PFT52JLNo/видео.htmlsi=Z1Fg-2gQ-C1eLL2l
Im so excited to see more videos in this series🙏
I cant buy apps, so hopefully you will include some free things
what’s preventing you from buying apps?
@@Taetro parents lol
synido? that thing looks dope!
Subbed 👌🏻
Part 2 please!
What should I cover next?
@@Taetro sample chopping/management and stem separation please!
I’ve been using koala off and on for a few months now (brand new beatmaker), and just recently bought a MidiFighter 3D (the one without the knobs) as a midi controller. I’m looking at the tempo pad and now I’m thinking it looks more like what I’m looking for, with the knobs and the other functions. It’s also significantly cheaper. Do you think I should stick with the midifighter or swap over to the tempo pad? Dope video btw.
Also, yes, a part 2 would be sick lol.
If you just recently got the midi fighter, stick with that for a bit (unless you’re gonna sell it!). No need to swap out gear unless it’s reeeally hindering you. Push it as far as it can go.
@@Taetro yeah, I was considering selling it rather than keeping it; I shopped around a bit before settling on it because it wanted something still semi-portable but also with an easy way to control things. I just feel like, based on this video, the tempo pad is slightly more what I’m looking for in terms of function. Although, I do love the arcade buttons on the midifighter lol.
Koala is a superapp
Thanks. Great video. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽Some video on the best cheap/ free sound packs sources, especially those available on both android and iOS phones would be great. So would any preset rich synth apps ( I mentioned synprez fm on your short), any ideas anyone? Android compatible apps especially, no shortage on iOS. Maybe even compare some android vs iOS , or similar apps like grainstorm and FRMS ,or DRC and poison 😊👍✌️
@taetro - Thank you for creating this channel and content. I just purchased the TempoPAD because of this and a few of your other videos that featured it. Upon arrival, I immediately connected it directly to my iPad with a USB-C to USB-C cable but it didn't work. So I tried another and it also didn't work. I assumed 2:07 it was dead on arrival and was just about to box it up for return when I tried the provided cable and it worked. I then tried another USB-A to USB-C cable and it also worked. It looks like you aren't using the provided cable. What are you using? I'm trying to remove USB-A from my life.
interesting! I have so many usb c cables I cannot remember which came from where. The orange cable I’m using here came with my tempokey, but this I’m also connecting via a dock.
Just tried connecting the tempo pad to my iPad directly with another cable and it works. Perhaps the cable is a dud? Or some other issue. Could be iPad specific, etc.
BUT FIRST one mistake I always make is accidentally connecting to the power port on the tempopad instead of the data port. So double check that.
Hi taetro! I just purchased a Synido Tempopad (thanks for the discount code btw!). And I also got an OTG Adapter to plug it to my Ipad (5th gen), however the Koala app is not responding to the Tempopad at all. Is this a configuration issue? please help me, thanks!
Use the midi mapping in the settings menu! (shown in this video)
@@Taetro thanks! I will 😃
How does a newbie know how many pads they need? And layout? Like Synido keys (and others) have 4x2 or 8x1 pads, but there's also 4x4 pads like used here (and maschine), but they also make an 8x8 that seems similar to ones I've seen for Ableton
It’s a good question!
The 4x4 grid is a standard arrangement for a lot of samplers and a pad layout that is ideal for finger drummer. (Bigger pads!)
8x8 grids like a launchpad can still be used for finger drumming however those grids also usually have other functions like clip launching (ableton live), parameter mapping, note grids etc.
So to start, most importantly, you should have a grasp on whatever software you’re going to be using and how a controller can help you interact with the software in a fun and useful way
What would be the best way to connect my midi keyboard and headphones to my iPad Air? What is a recommended USB-C hub that also has a headphone jack?
check the dock I'm using - link in the description! been a while since I used anything other than that
Great video!, but I have an issue regarding how Koala works. It seems that it always assigns any sample to the C3 key, regardless of whether the sample is on a different pitch. Is there a way to fix this?
Yes you can either tune your sample to C3 or use relative pitch to basically transpose your playing
dope! first btw
thank you mr. honeybun 🍩
I likke this app since it is on Android
any other android apps you recommend?
@@Taetro Yes there are: g-Stomper Studio, FL Studio Mobile, Hexen, Mazetools Mutant, Mazetools Soniface, Cubasis and Bandpass MDAW 2.
I have forgotten n-Track Studio (pro), Grainstorm and SunVox.
👏👏👏
Any special adapters for iPhone? I feel like I’ll need a lightning adapter.
For iPhone you’ll definitely want the apple “camera connection kit” im trying some different adapters atm because it can definitely be super confusing!
@@Taetro I was wondering where are all those cables going? it looks like youre using one for a power bank underneath the tablet and maybe connecting to another port in the tablet using the "data transfer cable" into the controller. I also wanted to ask if in this setup youre using the ipad speakers or an external JBL type speaker youre plugging into. Would love to be able to monitor on wire phones or small speaker. Thanks!!
The dock im using is linked in the description
Does koala Sampler works with the mvave SMC-PAD???
if an app or software has the ability to be controlled by external MIDI, any MIDI controller will work
@taetro: What wristwatch is that?
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🏆🏆🏆
@@Taetro 😌🍺
Can I use a Launchpad x on this app?
yes!
you definitely don’t even need a controller. I’ve made full songs with just Koala and my iPhone.
true! but I find it nice to have a tactile device vs. screen for finger drumming
@@Taetro i hear you. i tried to program my DJ controller jog wheels to edit start and end sample points. it didn’t work for some reason
ahhh that would be cool but scrolling stuff like that might be a bit more complex. Maybe it would work on performance fx?
@@Taetro yeah I think those DJ jog wheels output a lot of crazy midi data vs a simple rotary encoder.
I like the controller you were using. I’m looking into it now. I have a novation launchkey Mini but it has no infinite rotary encoders