How to Connect a MIDI Keyboard to Speakers or Headset
By Anthony Oster
Music Instrument Device Interface (MIDI) keyboards are used to create and record music for professional film and music productions. While MIDI keyboards are designed to connect to a computer, using a MIDI Audio Interface or amplifier can enable you to connect a MIDI keyboard to speakers or headphones. Once connected to an amplifier, you can practice and compose tracks before recording your composition via connection to your computer's MIDI software.
Insert the MIDI audio cable into your keyboard's "MIDI Out" port.
Insert the MIDI audio cable into your amplifier's "MIDI In" port, then plug the amplifier into a power source.
Connect your headphones or external speakers to the "Audio Out" port of your amplifier.
Items you will need
MIDI Cable
MIDI Audio Interface
External Speakers or Headphones
Tips
Some MIDI amplifiers have built-in speaker, preventing you from needing to purchase separate speakers or headphones.
Some computer sound cards can act as an amplifier.
References
Writer Bio
Anthony Oster is a licensed professional counselor who earned his Master of Science in counseling psychology at the University of Southern Mississippi. He has served as a writer and lead video editor for a small, South Louisiana-based video production company since 2007. Oster is the co-owner of a professional photography business and advises the owner on hardware and software acquisitions for the company.