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Instruments with multi-channel outputs
The number of available individual outputs generally depends on the instrument, and
this may be adjusted via the instrument's settings. Outputs may be available in stereo
or mono.
Distributing sounds on multiple single tracks
This approach, for example, is ideal for all drum samplers if you want to address an
entire drum set, but prefer to mix and edit the drum sounds individually.
Addressing an instriment on several MIDI channels
Several MIDI tracks are typically used for so-called "multi-timbral" synthesizers which
can play several sounds on different MIDI channels simultaneously, whereby each
addresses a specific sound program (part) on a specified MIDI channel. This also has
the advantage that such instruments only require one instance of the plug-in for
several sounds. Multi-timbral software instruments often have separate audio
outputs. Please remember to route the individual parts to the desired outputs within
the VST instrument (panel).
Adjust instrument parameters
The instruments editor (panel) is then opened when an instrument is loaded and can
be opened again at any later date by right clicking on the VSTi slot in which the
instrument name is displayed. Alternately, the VSTi editor can also be opened by right
clicking on the record button on the track -> Instrument output -> VSTi editor.
The graphical interface opens by default. If the selected instrument (or plug-in) does
not have its own interface, the parameters dialog will open. This display mode is
limited to just a few control elements and can only be opened via the menu of the
instrument window. Use this mode if you find the panel of the plug-in too unclear or if
it takes up too much space on the screen. In this dialog eight freely selectable
parameters of the instrument are clearly and numerically displayed. Bar controls can
be used to adjust the parameter values.
Alongside the combi-boxes for the selection of all instrument parameters, the "Auto"
checkbox is also of importance. Once activated, the automatic processes of the
selected parameters are started. The automation curve is shown in the project track
and can be edited. The parameter can be automated using the fader.
Activate automation parameters by checking the "Auto" control box.
The parameter selection is saved for each plug-in so that the next time you use the
same plug-in in a different project, the same parameters are used. This way you have
the advantage that every frequently used parameter of the corresponding instrument
is available immediately after it has been opened.