# \#midi-and-clock **URL:** https://backstage.polyend.com/tag/midi-and-clock/107.md [Latest](https://backstage.polyend.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://backstage.polyend.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://backstage.polyend.com/tags.md) --- ## [Add MIDI CCs to control delay settings](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/add-midi-ccs-to-control-delay-settings/10323)
**Author:** [@eric.moon](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/eric.moon)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2026, 11:38pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/add-midi-ccs-to-control-delay-settings/10323 "2026-10-23T23:38:41Z")
Add MIDI CCs to control delay settings. What is the problem? The delay, reverb, EQ, and limiter are really expressive effects (in particular, modulating the delay time and feedback sounds fantastic), but it’s easy for t… --- ## [Device not detected as MIDI device after Windows 11 March 2026 Cumulative Update](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/device-not-detected-as-midi-device-after-windows-11-march-2026-cumulative-update/24372)
**Author:** [@krizz79](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/krizz79)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2026, 11:20am UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/device-not-detected-as-midi-device-after-windows-11-march-2026-cumulative-update/24372 "2026-10-17T11:20:26Z")
Hi, I updated my laptop to latest cumulative update (KB5079473) recently only to discover that Synth is no longer detected as MIDI device. I suspected USB cable, or laptop itself, but after uninstalling this update Synt… --- ## [Tracker+ sends midi system reset on power up ($FF)](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/tracker-sends-midi-system-reset-on-power-up-ff/17703)
**Author:** [@Patrick](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/Patrick)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2026, 9:41pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/tracker-sends-midi-system-reset-on-power-up-ff/17703 "2026-08-02T21:41:19Z")
Bug Description When performing a fresh boot after longer unplugged powerless state, PT+ sends out system reset byte on start up ( FF 00 00) over trs. Some synths can react weird when they are in the same midi network. … --- ## [BPM under 108 does not initiate transport until the first 8 steps are played when transport is started from Tracker Mini](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/bpm-under-108-does-not-initiate-transport-until-the-first-8-steps-are-played-when-transport-is-started-from-tracker-mini/23941)
**Author:** [@Origami\_Poltergeist](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/Origami_Poltergeist)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2026, 12:08pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/bpm-under-108-does-not-initiate-transport-until-the-first-8-steps-are-played-when-transport-is-started-from-tracker-mini/23941 "2026-04-20T12:08:15Z")
Bug Description When the tracker mini is set to a tempo of 107 bpm or lower, the Play+ does not initiate when the transport is started from the mini, causing the Play’s sequences to be late. After these first 8 steps, th… --- ## [MIDI thru should forward the channel data it receives](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/midi-thru-should-forward-the-channel-data-it-receives/182)
**Author:** [@icaria36](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/icaria36)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2026, 5:25am UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/midi-thru-should-forward-the-channel-data-it-receives/182 "2026-04-12T05:25:59Z")
What is the problem? Tracker’s MIDI out can serve as MIDI thru. However, this behavior only happens when a MIDI channel is selected as an instrument in Tracker. The information about MIDI channels coming from the MIDI so… --- ## [Fluid MIDI pitchbend](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/fluid-midi-pitchbend/1164)
**Author:** [@wouternieuwenhuizen1](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/wouternieuwenhuizen1)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2026, 5:05am UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/fluid-midi-pitchbend/1164 "2026-04-12T05:05:44Z")
What is the problem? It would be great to send MIDI pitchbend data from the Tracker, but this option is not available. What do you want to achieve? Fluid MIDI pitchbend control. It would improve the use of FX types on m… --- ## [Route MIDI note input to each track, on an assignable MIDI channel, for triggering instruments and recording](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/route-midi-note-input-to-each-track-on-an-assignable-midi-channel-for-triggering-instruments-and-recording/1382)
**Author:** [@sleporesterpolyen100](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/sleporesterpolyen100)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2026, 6:30am UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/route-midi-note-input-to-each-track-on-an-assignable-midi-channel-for-triggering-instruments-and-recording/1382 "2026-03-25T06:30:36Z")
Route MIDI note input to each track, on an assignable MIDI channel, for triggering instruments and recording. What is the problem? In Pattern mode, the Tracker only receives MIDI notes on a single channel. This prevents… --- ## [Additional MIDI CC In Controls / External controller as a full-featured control surface](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/additional-midi-cc-in-controls-external-controller-as-a-full-featured-control-surface/11478)
**Author:** [@spacekid.90](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/spacekid.90)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2026, 3:19pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/additional-midi-cc-in-controls-external-controller-as-a-full-featured-control-surface/11478 "2026-01-26T15:19:40Z")
While the Tracker Mini form factor is perfect for portabilty, it lacks immediate controls for efficient workflow. Same applies to Tracker+ in terms of controls. What is the problem? Tracker Mini/Tracker+ can receive MI… --- ## [USB MIDI not working on Conductive Labs MRCC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/usb-midi-not-working-on-conductive-labs-mrcc/16439)
**Author:** [@Lizard-of-Oz](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/Lizard-of-Oz)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2025, 8:36pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/usb-midi-not-working-on-conductive-labs-mrcc/16439 "2025-12-15T20:36:48Z")
Yesterday I tried connecting my Synth to my MRCC via USB, and doesn’t seem to register as MIDI device. The Synth powers up reliably, and I can route MIDI to that port, however the LED next to the physical USB port on t… --- ## [Tracker + Midi sync freezes](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/tracker-midi-sync-freezes/23833)
**Author:** [@martinszijjarto](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/martinszijjarto)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2025, 4:01pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/tracker-midi-sync-freezes/23833 "2025-12-13T16:01:43Z")
Bug Description I synchronized the two trackers via MIDI, but when I stop the master tracker and exit Perform mode with the other tracker, the slave tracker freezes Steps to Reproduce The Main tracker’s MIDI out goes … --- ## [MIDI Note Velocity jumps to 100% when playing chords](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/midi-note-velocity-jumps-to-100-when-playing-chords/12509)
**Author:** [@SeanMichaelJohnston](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/SeanMichaelJohnston)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2025, 2:07pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/midi-note-velocity-jumps-to-100-when-playing-chords/12509 "2025-10-27T14:07:12Z")
Bug Description When playing more than one note at a time with a MIDI keyboard, on any instrument other than the new synth/perc options, the first note will obey the current velocity, but all subsequent notes (whether co… --- ## [Previewing sounds not working in REC mode while clock in on USB](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/previewing-sounds-not-working-in-rec-mode-while-clock-in-on-usb/17824)
**Author:** [@bertrand.vanasch](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/bertrand.vanasch)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2025, 2:46pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/previewing-sounds-not-working-in-rec-mode-while-clock-in-on-usb/17824 "2025-10-26T14:46:22Z")
Bug Description I’m syncing the tracker with ableton live 12. Transport is ok, but when clock in is set to USB in order to have ableton as a master clock, as soon as this is turned on, i can’t preview any more the sound… --- ## [ARP on synth has a delayed start when trigger via midi](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/arp-on-synth-has-a-delayed-start-when-trigger-via-midi/23003)
**Author:** [@lucas.awesome](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/lucas.awesome)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2025, 11:13am UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/arp-on-synth-has-a-delayed-start-when-trigger-via-midi/23003 "2025-08-18T11:13:44Z")
Bug Description Using Polyend play (OG) to send midi clock and note data to Polyend synth. When synth engine has an arp activated, the note trigger is delayed by one step. When arp is not active, the note triggers on tim… --- ## [External Received MIDI Clock START is incorrectly treated as a CONTINUE](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/external-received-midi-clock-start-is-incorrectly-treated-as-a-continue/20510)
**Author:** [@sean-3086](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/sean-3086)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2025, 6:03pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/external-received-midi-clock-start-is-incorrectly-treated-as-a-continue/20510 "2025-05-20T18:03:02Z")
Bug Description I’m working on mating a Polyend Play with a Polyend Tracker. When PLAY is pressed on the Play, and it sends a MIDI START, the Tracker does not restart the song from the beginning per MIDI spec. Also the… --- ## [Pass through MIDI (notably CC) during play / performance modes](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/pass-through-midi-notably-cc-during-play-performance-modes/20737)
**Author:** [@sean-3086](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/sean-3086)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 11, 2025, 8:28pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/pass-through-midi-notably-cc-during-play-performance-modes/20737 "2025-05-11T20:28:23Z")
What is the problem? It is common to connect a keyboard or other controller device to the Tracker as MIDI In for recording, and then have the Tracker connected to downstream synthesizers as MIDI Out for playing. Unfortu… --- ## [Change Instrument via MIDI in Synth Mode](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/change-instrument-via-midi-in-synth-mode/3097)
**Author:** [@callistixrs](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/callistixrs)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 11, 2025, 6:20pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/change-instrument-via-midi-in-synth-mode/3097 "2025-05-11T18:20:04Z")
Allow changing of instruments in MIDI Synth Mode. What is the problem? The Polyend Tracker can only use a single instrument at a time when in Synth-Mode. Instruments have to be changed by Hand on the Tracker. What do y… --- ## [Samples not recalled when loading WAVS/GRAIN patches via Program Change](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/samples-not-recalled-when-loading-wavs-grain-patches-via-program-change/17921)
**Author:** [@siejeje](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/siejeje)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2025, 3:43pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/samples-not-recalled-when-loading-wavs-grain-patches-via-program-change/17921 "2025-05-05T15:43:50Z")
Bug Description Source sample files for wavetable 1 and 2 are not recalled when changing WAVS presets using MIDI Program Changes messages. This does not happen when I change presets using Synth UI. Video with bug demons… --- ## [Aftertouch not supported with External MIDI controller](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/aftertouch-not-supported-with-external-midi-controller/17670)
**Author:** [@oyesiku](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/oyesiku)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2025, 3:41pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/aftertouch-not-supported-with-external-midi-controller/17670 "2025-05-05T15:41:30Z")
Bug Description Aftertouch Does not properly respond to external MIDI Controllers. Looking to add a midi keyboard to the Synth for certain situations and tried out a couple of aftertouch controllers, but the aftertouch … --- ## [Stopping external MIDI sync alters the Delay effect tail](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/stopping-external-midi-sync-alters-the-delay-effect-tail/5906)
**Author:** [@Wolfshoek](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/Wolfshoek)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2025, 1:47pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/stopping-external-midi-sync-alters-the-delay-effect-tail/5906 "2025-04-10T13:47:32Z")
Bug Description When clock-syncing two Polyend Trackers, the clock-receiving Tracker plays unwanted delay sounds after the sequence has been stopped, on any instrument that has a delay effect assigned. This sound is like… --- ## [Delay + external Clock in](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/delay-external-clock-in/20047)
**Author:** [@pitmast](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/pitmast)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2025, 1:39pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/delay-external-clock-in/20047 "2025-04-10T13:39:25Z")
Bug Description Delay fades out very long and abnormally after stopping playback on external device. Steps to Reproduce Config / MIDI / Clock In: USB or MIDI In jack Play anything with Delay effect. Start playback on b… --- ## [Note velocities are lost during polyphonic live play / preview](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/note-velocities-are-lost-during-polyphonic-live-play-preview/17400)
**Author:** [@retro\_frog](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/retro_frog)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2025, 12:23am UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/note-velocities-are-lost-during-polyphonic-live-play-preview/17400 "2025-02-23T00:23:27Z")
Bug Description It is possible to play an instrument via an external midi controller even when not yet recording. If the recording mode is set to one of the “velocity” options then those notes will also start playing wit… --- ## [Cannot send out same MIDI note on same MIDI channel/port externally](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/cannot-send-out-same-midi-note-on-same-midi-channel-port-externally/16131)
**Author:** [@BROCKSTAR](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/BROCKSTAR)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2025, 2:50pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/cannot-send-out-same-midi-note-on-same-midi-channel-port-externally/16131 "2025-01-23T14:50:57Z")
Bug Description I found a way that i love using synth as a midi controller with an external synth! Instead of using the full layout grid. Turn all 3 grids to your jack# / midi channel, and turn each grid into a different… --- ## [Midi inforbar for incoming midi information](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/midi-inforbar-for-incoming-midi-information/15412)
**Author:** [@gravedraq](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/gravedraq)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2024, 6:43am UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/midi-inforbar-for-incoming-midi-information/15412 "2024-11-04T06:43:43Z")
What is the problem? All midi information seems very hidden on the Tracker and you are even unsure, if the tracker received midi at all, if you are not in recording mode as there are no midi monitor options etc.. #midi m… --- ## [To be able to address 32 Midi channels](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/to-be-able-to-address-32-midi-channels/13633)
**Author:** [@mawdsley.alan](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/mawdsley.alan)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 1, 2024, 5:31am UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/to-be-able-to-address-32-midi-channels/13633 "2024-11-01T05:31:10Z")
What is the problem? Currently its only possible to access 16 midi channels, either over DIN or USB not both What should this feature achieve? To be able to address the DIN and USB midi ports separately, adding 16 midi … --- ## [Sample Playback in Granular Mode - Freezes when modifying Position and Length](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/sample-playback-in-granular-mode-freezes-when-modifying-position-and-length/14783)
**Author:** [@joaquindiazescultor](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/joaquindiazescultor)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2024, 1:40pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/sample-playback-in-granular-mode-freezes-when-modifying-position-and-length/14783 "2024-10-31T13:40:24Z")
Bug Description When using an Instrument with Granular Playback and adjusting the Length and Position via MIDI CC, the device freezes after a while. Reproduction Steps Load the attached project Make sure you are playin… --- ## [Engine - Midi Perc](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/engine-midi-perc/14492)
**Author:** [@gravedraq](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/gravedraq)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2024, 5:46am UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/engine-midi-perc/14492 "2024-09-29T05:46:01Z")
What is the problem? I have many hardware drum machines and I can never remember the midi-note to trigger each pad/sound, so I have to dive into the manuals to check the midi-implementation and sometimes I like to jump b… --- ## [Inconsistent MIDI Output When Switching Patterns](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/inconsistent-midi-output-when-switching-patterns/13742)
**Author:** [@andrian.lody](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/andrian.lody)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2024, 12:18pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/inconsistent-midi-output-when-switching-patterns/13742 "2024-09-24T12:18:20Z")
Bug Description The MIDI notes are not being sent consistently to the external MIDI device. When playing just one pattern in a loop, there is no issue, but when switching patterns, sometimes the MIDI notes are sent, and … --- ## [Fill Notes Window - Using incoming midi for data-input](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/fill-notes-window-using-incoming-midi-for-data-input/13584)
**Author:** [@gravedraq](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/gravedraq)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2024, 8:55am UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/fill-notes-window-using-incoming-midi-for-data-input/13584 "2024-09-10T08:55:12Z")
What is the problem? You dont have the ability to insert data to “Fill Notes” fields from an external midi device. Lets say that you want to make a bass track and you like to example use Each → Minor → From-to Problems: … --- ## [Freeze/glitch when changing from perform to pattern while using transport control](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/freeze-glitch-when-changing-from-perform-to-pattern-while-using-transport-control/14070)
**Author:** [@djdrop02](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/djdrop02)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2024, 10:24am UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/freeze-glitch-when-changing-from-perform-to-pattern-while-using-transport-control/14070 "2024-09-05T10:24:48Z")
When toggling back to pattern mode from perform mode, the pattern blinks red and glitches and/or freezes and shuts down if i stop it from my polyend play, which is my main transport control for start/stop. It still retai… --- ## [Midi monitor view](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/midi-monitor-view/13248)
**Author:** [@gravedraq](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/gravedraq)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2024, 10:37am UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/midi-monitor-view/13248 "2024-08-30T10:37:08Z")
What is the problem? Midi can very easy become complex and a headache, when it comes to troubleshooting a setup, which includes more external midi devices. There is also no indicator, which tells the end-users if any mi… [Next page](https://backstage.polyend.com/tag/midi-and-clock/107.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=midi-and-clock)