Introduction

Are you an aspiring music producer looking to add expressive and dynamic elements to your compositions?

This feature adds a human touch to your digital compositions, mimicking the nuances of live instrumental performances.

Once connected, launch FL Studio and navigate to the Options menu.

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From the dropdown menu, select MIDI prefs to jump into the MIDI configuration panel.

Within the MIDI tweaks panel, locate your MIDI keyboard from the list of available input devices.

Ensure that the Enable checkbox is selected next to your MIDI controller to activate it within FL Studio.

To initiate the mapping process, select a VST instrument within FL Studios channel rack or plugin window.

These parameters govern how the VST instrument responds to pitch modulation data received from the MIDI keyboards bend knob.

Now, physically manipulate the bend knob on your MIDI keyboard.

Locate the pitch modulation parameters, which typically include options for adjusting the pitch bend range.

One of the primary applications of the bend knob is in crafting expressive melodies and solos.

This dynamic control allows you to breathe life into your melodies, creating captivating and emotionally resonant musical passages.

Furthermore, the bend knob can be harnessed to emulate the distinctive articulations and phrasing of acoustic instruments.