How do I connect my keyboard to my computer?

To connect your keyboard to your computer, you’ll first need to make sure that your keyboard has either a "USB to Host" port, or "MIDI In" and "MIDI Out" ports. These ports are typically located in the back of the keyboard. If using a digital piano, the ports may be located underneath the keyboard.

USB TO HOST PORT

If your keyboard has a USB to Host port,

connecting it to a computer will be done using a USB A to B cable. This cable is also referred to as a "printer cable" since it's used to connect printers to computers.

1. Plug the USB B end of the cable (squire-ish in shape) into the USB port on your keyboard. (If your keyboard has two USB ports: USB to Device and USB to Host, make sure to plug the USB B end into USB to Host).

2. Plug the USB A end of the cable into your computer. Make sure to power on the keyboard when you're ready to play.

MIDI TO USB PORT

If your keyboard has a MIDI In and MIDI Out ports,

connecting it to a computer will be done using a MIDI to USB cable.

1. To connect the keyboard using a MIDI to USB cable, plug the MIDI IN end of the cable into the MIDI OUT port on the keyboard. Plug the MIDI OUT end of the cable into the MIDI IN port on the keyboard. (If plugging the cables in the above manner doesn't establish a connection, swap out the cables).

2. Plug the USB A end of the cable into your computer. Make sure to power on the keyboard when you're ready to play.

By connecting your keyboard to your computer with the necessary cable, Playground will then be able to recognize the keys you play on your keyboard and offer real-time feedback.