Getting Started

Making music on the ZX Spectrum is a great way to become familiar with the basics of sound synthesis and sequencing. It’s an easy and fun way to get creative with sound, allowing you to create music from scratch. To get started, you’ll need a ZX Spectrum, a MIDI controller, and a MIDI sequencer.

Connecting the Equipment

Once you have the equipment, you’ll need to connect it together. The ZX Spectrum has a MIDI input port, so you’ll need to connect the MIDI controller to this port. The MIDI controller will then need to be connected to the MIDI sequencer. Once all the equipment is connected, you’ll be ready to start making music.

Making Music

Once all the equipment is connected, you can start making music. You can program your MIDI controller to create sounds and patterns, and you can sequence them using the MIDI sequencer. You can also use the ZX Spectrum’s built-in sound chips to create different sounds. If you want to get more advanced, you can even use the ZX Spectrum’s built-in synth to create more complex sounds.

Recording Your Music

Once you’ve created a song, you can record it using the MIDI sequencer. This will allow you to save your song as a MIDI file, which can then be played back on any computer or device that supports MIDI files. You can also use the ZX Spectrum’s built-in sound chips to record your song directly to cassette. This will allow you to save your song and share it with others.

Conclusion

Making music on the ZX Spectrum is a great way to get creative with sound. You can use the ZX Spectrum’s built-in sound chips to create different sounds, and you can program your MIDI controller to create patterns and sequences. Once you’ve created your song, you can record it using the MIDI sequencer or directly to cassette. With a bit of practice, you’ll soon be making music on the ZX Spectrum like a pro.