12-03-21, 23:38 -
Hi rajivdeo,
Upcoming release will support mutually exclusive use of USB storage: if the usb-storage contains a valid samplefolder entry, this device is used. Otherwise the internal sample space is used. This enables your usage; also in my opinion the most straightforward way.
But if the existing samplerfolder(s) contain(s) no valid sample sets, this will remain the preferred device:
It's a DIY product, one should read the docs. I understand the full docs are intimidating, therefore I added a quick start with FAQ for newbies to have an easier start. But if a newbie doesn't even want to open a FAQ, he/she should not choose a DIY product.
Mind the term "newbie" is not meant in a disqualifying tone, everybody needs to start.
I am a hobbyist sharing my code for free so I don't have "users", but only fellow hobbyists (which surely includes motivated newbies - their feedback has proved to be very helpful / inspiring many times).
Side note: Those wanting to use a thumb or other usb storage device can build a serial midi out on the midi controller and power feed the controller in an alternative way (could even be PI-pins).
This also opens a development direction of having the samplerbox-PI combined with a Pico / Arduino / ESP midi controller to add all controls for samplerbox in the same enclosure. This way the need for a complex=expensive keyboard with lots of (programmable) knobs / buttons / sliders isn't necessary anymore.
Very inspiring, so thanks for bringing up this subject!
Upcoming release will support mutually exclusive use of USB storage: if the usb-storage contains a valid samplefolder entry, this device is used. Otherwise the internal sample space is used. This enables your usage; also in my opinion the most straightforward way.
But if the existing samplerfolder(s) contain(s) no valid sample sets, this will remain the preferred device:
- You can repair an erroneous definition.txt via the webgui
- Switching to the internal sample space will result in the wrong sounds, which is also frustrating and could even cause extra confusion
It's a DIY product, one should read the docs. I understand the full docs are intimidating, therefore I added a quick start with FAQ for newbies to have an easier start. But if a newbie doesn't even want to open a FAQ, he/she should not choose a DIY product.
Mind the term "newbie" is not meant in a disqualifying tone, everybody needs to start.
I am a hobbyist sharing my code for free so I don't have "users", but only fellow hobbyists (which surely includes motivated newbies - their feedback has proved to be very helpful / inspiring many times).
Side note: Those wanting to use a thumb or other usb storage device can build a serial midi out on the midi controller and power feed the controller in an alternative way (could even be PI-pins).
This also opens a development direction of having the samplerbox-PI combined with a Pico / Arduino / ESP midi controller to add all controls for samplerbox in the same enclosure. This way the need for a complex=expensive keyboard with lots of (programmable) knobs / buttons / sliders isn't necessary anymore.
Very inspiring, so thanks for bringing up this subject!