MainStage for Worship Explained in Under 10 Minutes

MainStage is a favorite of keys players around the world because of its super user friendly workspace, how easy it is to make your own layout, and the fun you can have while designing your perfect sounds.

Can a Macbook Air M1 run MainStage?

When I unpacked my new MacBook Air M1 I was REALLY hoping to be blown away - what's better than a crazy fast new Mac at the lowest price we've seen, well... ever?!

I was so excited to find out that this thing is a BEAST!

Strymon Big Sky Shimmer Reverb in MainStage Tutorial

Over the last few years shimmer reverb has exploded in popularity and one of the earliest forerunners of this effect was the Strymon Big Sky Reverb. Originally targeted at electric guitarists the pedal quickly became a hit with keys players and producers alike and many worship bands gravitated to the dense, pitch-shifted shimmer reverb mode.

The good news is that you can dial in a beautiful shimmer reverb in MainStage without having to buy a $450 reverb pedal!

Apple M1 Mac Mini for MainStage - the BEST computer for a 2021 Keys Rig?

New M1 Macs- Game changer for your keys rig or just hype?

When Apple first announced their new, in-house developed Apple Silicon based Macs the tech world was skeptical.

New Year, New Sounds! Sunday Keys 2021 Has Been Updated

Alright folks, big day for Sunday Keys 2021 owners as we've released the January update to Sunday Keys 2021!

This update brings 25 new custom instruments to Sunday Keys along with ten new layered patch ideas for you to dive into.

Beginners Guide to Layering Worship Keys Sounds

Layering sounds together as a keys player should be fun. It doesn't have to take hours and it doesn't have to be a guessing game.

Check out the video to see how:

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Intro to MainStage for Worship Teams - What is MainStage?

In this new video you'll get a beginner's guide to MainStage focused on the big picture concepts you need to know to get started on the path to success, without wasting time or budget dollars.

HUGE UPDATE! New MacBooks, Big Sur, M1 Chip, MainStage Update 3.5!

Apple has come out with macOS Big Sur and many are wondering, is it safe to upgrade?

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Sunday Keys for MainStage 2021- November Update Walkthrough

In this video you’ll find out whats new with the Sunday Keys for MainStage 2021 November update, including a DX7 custom sampled EP…

Sunday Keys 2021 November Update Is Here!

This morning we sent out the first of our planned bi-monthly updates for Sunday Keys 2021 to all Sunday Keys 2021 owners. These regular updates are available to all who purchased Sunday Keys 2021 AND to all previous Sunday Keys owners who chose to upgrade to the full version of Sunday Keys 2021

BEST MIDI CONTROLLER UNDER $100 - Korg NanoKontrol 2 Review

Do you need more faders, buttons or knobs to control your sounds? Our favorite option under $100 is the Korg nanoKontrol2. We've been recommending it for five years now, but realized we've never formally done a gear review so here we go!

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Troubleshoot Rig Problems Fast w/ These Tutorials

In this video you'll learn what to prioritize first when you need to troubleshoot, so things get back up and running as quickly as possible.

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Choosing a Version of Sunday Keys - MainStage vs Ableton Live

"Should I use MainStage or Ableton Live?" is a question we get asked all the time!
Find out which version is right for you!

Why Worship Teams Use Ableton Live for Live Keys

Ableton Live is both a fully-fledged DAW and live performance host and can make a great center-piece for your worship keys rigs.

In this new video I go into some of the reasons why Ableton Live might be the way to go for your keys rig…

Why Worship Teams Use MainStage for Live Keys

If you're new to the worship keys world (or just to this blog) then you might be wondering

"What's the big deal with MainStage?"

Arpeggiator MIDI FX Tutorial for MainStage and Logic Pro X

Hey friends, in this video you'll learn the basics of MainStage's built in arp midi effect!

Create Custom Sampled Patches- Ambient Pads Tutorial

This tutorial focuses on how to use this technique to create one of a kind soundbeds which is one of our favorite types of sounds here at Sunday Sounds, currently!