INTRO
The MONTAGE’s USB TO HOST port connects MIDI and multichannel audio to your computer or iOS device with a single USB cable. This lets you do things like:
- Record and playback MIDI and multichannel audio
- Control and monitor virtual instruments
- Play and monitor computer/iOS audio through the MONTAGE’s audio outputs
Follow these next steps and you’ll be connected in no time.
DRIVER DOWNLOAD AND INSTALLATION
You’ll need the Yamaha-Steinberg USB Driver to connect to your Mac or Windows computer. Here’s where to get it:
MAC: https://usa.yamaha.com/support/updates/yamaha_steinberg_usb_driver_for_mac.htm
WIN: https://usa.yamaha.com/support/updates/yamaha_steinberg_usb_driver_for_win.htm
After downloading, unzip the file and follow the instructions located in the “Installation Guide” folder.
HARDWARE CONNECTION TO A COMPUTER
Connect MONTAGE’s USB TO HOST port to your computer’s USB port using a “type A to type B” cable:
In your DAW you’ll see MONTAGE appear as both selectable audio device and a MIDI device. Note that MONTAGE appears as the three-port MIDI device. For MIDI sequencing select MONTAGE Port One.
LINKS TO GO DEEPER
When you’re ready to go deeper with MONTAGE, check out these resources below:
- Soundmondo is the Social Sound Sharing for Yamaha synths and stage keyboards.
- For Mac and PC: Use the Google Chrome browser, connect to your computer via the MONTAGE USB To-Host port.
- For iOS: Download the app to your iOS devices and use the Apple Lightning to USB or USB-C to USB adaptor and connect via USB.
- For specific articles on MONTAGE, go here.
- Podcasts, Interviews, demos and more: Soundcloud.com/YamahaSynth