MIDI Target Manufacturer(s): Chase Bliss
How to use: 1) Install Midi Designer from the Apple App store 2) Download the layout file below and load it into the app 3) Open app menu -> config -> save layout. Optional - but it will save you a bit of time if you are switching layouts in future
Connecting:
- Wired: Plug your iPad/iPhone/Mac into a USB enabled midi device that’s hooked up to a Chase Bliss compatible Midi box. I have tested this with a HX Stomp.
- Bluetooth: I highly recommend the CME Widi jack. Use a midi box that's switchable to work with Chase Bliss pedals (Ring active). Because it's switchable you can then use any stereo TRS cable. I am using the Disaster Area Midi Box 4. Do not try using a Widi jack plugged directly into the Mood pedal's midi input - it won't work because the TRS cable CME use is wired up the standard way.
Midi Channel: Set to 2. You can easily change these by:
- Tapping the More menu (top centre) then design mode
- Double tap a tab and go to the controls pane.
- Click Renumber controls (Channel & CC), and pick the channel you want to change everything on the tab to. Make sure Channel only is selected,
- Tap apply.
- Repeat the process for each tab with controls on them (it's quick and should take 1-2min to do). Save your layout so settings are retained (under More/Config/Actions/Save Layout As)
Dip Switch controls: these work by swiping across the control
Reset A Dial: Tap it a few times and it will jump to what I have set as default (you can change this in design mode). I've set the Hidden setting defaults, as per the manual, and the other dials are at noon.
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In-App Presets (Please see screenshot 3)
- These need to be saved to the layout file.
- If you are adding in-app presets, make sure you save your layout at the end of a session. This will write them to the layout file. Open the App Menu -> Tap Config -> Then tap Save Layout in the Actions Tab
- Saving in-app presets: Use the ticker to pick the slot -> Hit Save -> Label your preset
- If you want to see what the preset saving module is connected to or edit them:
- Go into design mode -> double tap the ticker -> Relationships tab.
- Then look at the subcontrols
- To add subcontrols: Hold your finger over the "drag to subcontrol" button then gliding it over the control. Then hit apply and save your layout.
- To remove subcontrols: Swipe from right to left on the list. Then hit apply and save your layout.
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Hidden stuff: If you happen to open design mode you'll notice there's a lot of panels with controls that are hidden in play mode (the yellow boxes). Don't delete them - they are super or sub controls, and necessary for mapping and functionality to work.
Customising this layout: If you'd like to make your own midi layout or modify what I created, Scott UHL Music has a great video on how to use the app
Issues: If you spot anything that has not been mapped correctly, let me know and I'll do my best solve them - You can see what commands are going out by using the log function in the more menu.
My Other controller layouts: Mood MK2, Blooper, Reverse Mode C, Mood MK1, Warped Vinyl HiFi & Microcosm - If you enjoy using these layouts I'd love to know in the comments or via Instagram.
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Disclaimers
- This is a non-official layout. The Chase Bliss team are aware of it and have given me their blessing though.
- For Midi Designer Pro app issues please contact the Midi Designer support team
- For issues with pedal hardware or software please contact Chase Bliss.
