midi-protocol-lookup

Translate APC Mini MK2 MIDI messages into note, channel, velocity, and SysEx components.

Updated Dec 29, 2025
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npx skills add https://github.com/naporin0624/claude-plugin-apc-mini --skill midi-protocol-lookup
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Skill: midi-protocol-lookup
Source: https://github.com/naporin0624/claude-plugin-apc-mini/tree/main/skills/midi-protocol-lookup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/naporin0624/claude-plugin-apc-mini --skill midi-protocol-lookup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Provide quick access to APC Mini MK2 MIDI protocol details including note numbers, channels, velocity values, and SysEx formatting for accurate MIDI control and documentation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Clear mappings for pad grid notes (0-63), track buttons (100-107), scene buttons (112-119), and fader CCs (48-56).
  • Explanations of MIDI messages (Note On/Off, Control Change) and SysEx RGB encoding for APC Mini MK2.
  • Use cases include education, reference lookup during development, and troubleshooting MIDI control flows.

Quick Start

Use this skill to translate a given APC Mini MK2 MIDI message into its note, channel, velocity, and SysEx components.

Frequently Asked Questions about midi-protocol-lookup

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
What are the APC Mini MK2 MIDI note numbers for the pad grid and scene buttons?

The APC Mini MK2 MIDI protocol maps the pad grid to note numbers 0-63, scene buttons to 112-119, and track buttons to 100-107. You can use these mappings to accurately configure MIDI control and documentation across your projects.

How do I encode RGB colors using SysEx for the APC Mini MK2?

To encode RGB colors on the APC Mini MK2, you format specific SysEx messages defined by the MIDI protocol. This involves structuring the SysEx data payload to target pad notes and apply specific velocity values for color output.

What MIDI control change values are assigned to the APC Mini MK2 faders?

The APC Mini MK2 faders are assigned to MIDI Control Change (CC) values 48 through 56. These CC messages transmit analog fader positions to your software for track volume adjustments and MIDI control flows.

How do I decode a MIDI message into its channel and velocity components for the APC Mini MK2?

You translate a given APC Mini MK2 MIDI message into its channel, note, velocity, and SysEx components by cross-referencing the structured mappings. This process clarifies Note On/Off and Control Change messages for troubleshooting MIDI control flows.

Why is my APC Mini MK2 MIDI mapping not triggering the correct pad colors?

Incorrect pad colors usually result from wrong velocity values or malformed SysEx RGB encoding in your APC Mini MK2 MIDI protocol configuration. Verifying the structured note mappings and specific SysEx formatting resolves color transmission issues.