<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Universal Controller MIDI — Blog</title><description>Setup walkthroughs and use-case guides for turning game controllers into MIDI controllers. DAWs, VJ hosts, hardware tips, and benchmarks.</description><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/</link><language>en-au</language><copyright>© Aidxn Design</copyright><item><title>Voicemod + DualSense — Live Voice Effects</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/voicemod-dualsense-live-voice-effects/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/voicemod-dualsense-live-voice-effects/</guid><description>Trigger Voicemod live voice effects from a DualSense — streamer + live-show rigs.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Streaming</category></item><item><title>VirtualDJ + Gamepad — Deck Effects Setup</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/virtualdj-gamepad-deck-effects-setup/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/virtualdj-gamepad-deck-effects-setup/</guid><description>Use a gamepad to drive VirtualDJ deck FX, transport, and crossfader.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>DJ</category></item><item><title>Two-Player MIDI Jams — Multi-Controller Sessions</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/two-player-midi-jams-multi-controller-sessions/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/two-player-midi-jams-multi-controller-sessions/</guid><description>Jam with a friend — two gamepads, one MIDI bridge, shared Ableton session.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Multi-controller</category></item><item><title>Two DualSense Controllers — Stereo MIDI Performance</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/two-dualsense-stereo-midi-performance/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/two-dualsense-stereo-midi-performance/</guid><description>Pair two DualSense controllers as left/right halves of a stereo MIDI rig.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Multi-controller</category></item><item><title>Traktor DJ + DualSense Mapping Guide</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/traktor-dj-dualsense-mapping-guide/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/traktor-dj-dualsense-mapping-guide/</guid><description>Trigger hot cues, ride filters, and crossfade decks in Traktor from a DualSense controller.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>DJ</category></item><item><title>Sidechain Compression Triggered from a Gamepad Button</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/sidechain-compression-gamepad-button/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/sidechain-compression-gamepad-button/</guid><description>Manual sidechain pumping driven by a gamepad button — ghost-kick patterns on demand.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Mixing</category></item><item><title>Serum Macro Knobs from a DualSense</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/serum-synth-dualsense-macro-knobs/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/serum-synth-dualsense-macro-knobs/</guid><description>Four Serum macro knobs mapped to the DualSense sticks + triggers.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Serum</category></item><item><title>QLab Show Control — DualSense MIDI Cues</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/qlab-show-control-dualsense-midi-cues/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/qlab-show-control-dualsense-midi-cues/</guid><description>Trigger QLab cues from a DualSense over MIDI — theatre and live event show control.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>QLab</category></item><item><title>Open Stage Control + DualSense — OSC/MIDI Hybrid</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/open-stage-control-dualsense-osc-hybrid/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/open-stage-control-dualsense-osc-hybrid/</guid><description>Map a DualSense as an Open Stage Control surface — OSC + MIDI together.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>OSC</category></item><item><title>Mixing on Headphones — Gamepad for Reference Track A/B</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/mixing-headphones-gamepad-reference-tracks/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/mixing-headphones-gamepad-reference-tracks/</guid><description>Use gamepad buttons to A/B reference tracks while mixing on headphones.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Mixing</category></item><item><title>Mapping Vital Synth from a Gamepad — Wavetable Control</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/mapping-vital-synth-gamepad-wavetable-control/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/mapping-vital-synth-gamepad-wavetable-control/</guid><description>Wavetable position, unison detune, and macro automation on Vital from a gamepad.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Vital</category></item><item><title>Live Looping with a Gamepad — RC-505 Workflow</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/live-looping-gamepad-rc505-workflow/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/live-looping-gamepad-rc505-workflow/</guid><description>Trigger and stutter loops on a Boss RC-505 with a gamepad over MIDI — hands-free looping.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Live performance</category></item><item><title>Live Drum Machine — DualSense + Ableton Drum Rack</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/live-drum-machine-dualsense-ableton-drum-rack/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/live-drum-machine-dualsense-ableton-drum-rack/</guid><description>Sixteen pads on the DualSense — face buttons, d-pad, triggers, and sticks — driving an Ableton Drum Rack.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Ableton</category></item><item><title>Hyperpop Production — Gamepad Glitch Workflow</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/hyperpop-production-gamepad-glitch-workflow/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/hyperpop-production-gamepad-glitch-workflow/</guid><description>Pitch chaos, stutter buffers, and momentary destruction effects driven from gamepad buttons.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Hyperpop</category></item><item><title>Hot-Swap Controllers Mid-Song — Reliability Tactics</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/hot-swap-controllers-mid-song/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/hot-swap-controllers-mid-song/</guid><description>Swap from a DualSense to an Xbox controller without dropping a beat. Practice routines included.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Live performance</category></item><item><title>Gamepad MIDI on iPad — AUM + BeatMaker 3 Setup</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/gamepad-midi-ipad-aum-beatmaker-3-setup/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/gamepad-midi-ipad-aum-beatmaker-3-setup/</guid><description>Bluetooth a DualSense to an iPad and use it as a MIDI controller in AUM and BeatMaker 3.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>iPad</category></item><item><title>Gamepad → Hardware Synth via MIDI Out + USB Host</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/gamepad-hardware-synth-midi-out-usb-host/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/gamepad-hardware-synth-midi-out-usb-host/</guid><description>Route gamepad MIDI to a hardware synth using a USB host adapter — no laptop in the chain.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Hardware</category></item><item><title>DualSense vs Push 3 — Honest Comparison</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/dualsense-vs-push-3-comparison/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/dualsense-vs-push-3-comparison/</guid><description>Where the DualSense MIDI rig beats Push 3, and where the Push still wins by a mile.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Review</category></item><item><title>DualSense Microphone → Pitch Detection → MIDI Notes</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/dualsense-microphone-pitch-detection-midi/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/dualsense-microphone-pitch-detection-midi/</guid><description>The built-in DualSense mic feeds pitch detection that outputs MIDI notes in real time.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Audio</category></item><item><title>DualSense Disconnect Fix — Live Set Reliability</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/dualsense-disconnect-fix-live-sets/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/dualsense-disconnect-fix-live-sets/</guid><description>Why DualSense controllers drop during long live sets, and the OS-level fixes that keep them connected.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Troubleshooting</category></item><item><title>DualSense Battery Life as a MIDI Controller</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/dualsense-battery-life-midi-controller/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/dualsense-battery-life-midi-controller/</guid><description>Measured battery numbers over Bluetooth + USB-C, plus tips to make a charge last longer.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Hardware</category></item><item><title>APC mk2 → DualSense Switch — Reviewing the Trade-Offs</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/apc-mk2-to-dualsense-switch-review/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/apc-mk2-to-dualsense-switch-review/</guid><description>Switching from an APC mk2 to a DualSense MIDI rig — what you gain, what you lose.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Review</category></item><item><title>Ambient Soundscapes with Gamepad Sticks</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/ambient-soundscapes-gamepad-sticks/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/ambient-soundscapes-gamepad-sticks/</guid><description>Slow drone pads, evolving textures, and modulation rides from a gamepad stick.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Sound Design</category></item><item><title>Adaptive Trigger Velocity Curves — Deep Dive</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/adaptive-triggers-velocity-curves-deep-dive/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/adaptive-triggers-velocity-curves-deep-dive/</guid><description>Custom velocity curves on the DualSense L2/R2 triggers — exponential, log, and stepped.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Adaptive triggers</category></item><item><title>Ableton Link + Gamepad — Wireless Tempo Sync Across Devices</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/ableton-link-gamepad-sync-wireless-tempo/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/ableton-link-gamepad-sync-wireless-tempo/</guid><description>Pair a gamepad MIDI rig with Ableton Link for tap-tempo across phones, tablets, and laptops.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Ableton</category></item><item><title>MIDI Feedback — Haptic Rumble and Adaptive Triggers</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/midi-feedback-haptic-rumble-adaptive-triggers/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/midi-feedback-haptic-rumble-adaptive-triggers/</guid><description>Send MIDI back to the gamepad — rumble on the downbeat, trigger resistance on filter resonance.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Haptics</category></item><item><title>MIDI Clock Sync from Gamepad Buttons — Tap Tempo Workflow</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/midi-clock-sync-from-gamepad-buttons/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/midi-clock-sync-from-gamepad-buttons/</guid><description>Use a gamepad button as a tap-tempo source and broadcast MIDI clock to your whole rig.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>MIDI Clock</category></item><item><title>OSC vs MIDI for Gamepad Controllers — Protocol Comparison</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/osc-vs-midi-gamepad-protocol-comparison/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/osc-vs-midi-gamepad-protocol-comparison/</guid><description>When OSC wins, when MIDI wins — and how to bridge between them with a gamepad rig.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>OSC</category></item><item><title>SysEx Commands for a Gamepad MIDI Controller — Deep Dive</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/sysex-commands-gamepad-controller-deep-dive/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/sysex-commands-gamepad-controller-deep-dive/</guid><description>Bidirectional SysEx between gamepad and DAW — preset switching, LED states, haptic feedback.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>SysEx</category></item><item><title>MPE Polyphonic Expression from a Gamepad</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/mpe-polyphonic-expression-gamepad/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/mpe-polyphonic-expression-gamepad/</guid><description>Gamepad as an MPE controller — per-note pitch, pressure, and timbre from sticks and triggers.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>MPE</category></item><item><title>MIDI Mapping Templates Library — Download Index</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/midi-mapping-templates-library-download/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/midi-mapping-templates-library-download/</guid><description>Free downloadable MIDI mapping presets for every supported DAW and VJ host.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Resources</category></item><item><title>Stick Drift Compensation — How Our Software Fixes It</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/stick-drift-compensation-software-guide/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/stick-drift-compensation-software-guide/</guid><description>Per-axis deadzone, recentering, and dynamic calibration — how stick drift gets killed in software.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Hardware</category></item><item><title>Gamepad MIDI Latency Comparison Benchmark</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/gamepad-midi-latency-comparison-benchmark/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/gamepad-midi-latency-comparison-benchmark/</guid><description>Side-by-side latency benchmarks across DualSense, Xbox, and Switch Pro controllers in a MIDI rig.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Latency</category></item><item><title>Virtual MIDI Ports Explained — macOS, Windows, Linux</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/virtual-midi-port-mac-windows-linux-explained/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/virtual-midi-port-mac-windows-linux-explained/</guid><description>How IAC, loopMIDI, and ALSA Virtual ports actually work — and why our bridge needs none of them.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Technical</category></item><item><title>MIDI 2.0 and Gamepads — Roadmap and What It Unlocks</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/midi-2-0-gamepad-support-roadmap/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/midi-2-0-gamepad-support-roadmap/</guid><description>32-bit resolution, UMP packets, profile negotiation — what MIDI 2.0 means for gamepad-based controllers.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>MIDI 2.0</category></item><item><title>Music Education for Kids — Gamepad as a First MIDI Controller</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/music-education-kids-gamepad-as-midi/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/music-education-kids-gamepad-as-midi/</guid><description>A friendly first MIDI interface for kids — the gamepad they already know, mapped to music.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Education</category></item><item><title>Drone Control via Gamepad + OSC — MAVLink Bridge</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/drone-quadcopter-gamepad-osc-control/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/drone-quadcopter-gamepad-osc-control/</guid><description>Use a gamepad as a development controller for drone-show simulation over OSC and MAVLink.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Drone</category></item><item><title>DMX Lighting Control from a Gamepad — MIDI to DMX Chain</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/lighting-control-dmx-gamepad-bridge/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/lighting-control-dmx-gamepad-bridge/</guid><description>Resolume → MIDI → Lumen → DMX — drive stage lights with a DualSense.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Lighting</category></item><item><title>Twitch Streaming Stingers from a Gamepad — Stream Deck Alternative</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/twitch-streaming-stinger-transitions-gamepad/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/twitch-streaming-stinger-transitions-gamepad/</guid><description>OBS scene switching, stinger transitions, and chat-react sounds — all from a gamepad you own.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Streaming</category></item><item><title>Podcast Soundboard from a Gamepad — Button-Triggered Stings</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/podcast-soundboard-gamepad-button-triggers/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/podcast-soundboard-gamepad-button-triggers/</guid><description>A live podcast soundboard rig built on a DualSense — stingers, intros, and bumpers on the buttons.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Podcast</category></item><item><title>Sound Design with a Gamepad — Sticks as LFO and Modulation Source</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/sound-design-gamepad-modulation-source/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/sound-design-gamepad-modulation-source/</guid><description>Use gamepad sticks as live modulation sources for Serum, Vital, and Phase Plant.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Sound Design</category></item><item><title>Film Scoring with a Gamepad — Articulation Switching Workflow</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/film-scoring-gamepad-orchestral-articulations/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/film-scoring-gamepad-orchestral-articulations/</guid><description>Spitfire BBC SO articulation rides from a DualSense — faster than any keyswitch macro.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Film Scoring</category></item><item><title>DJ Scratching from a PS5 Controller — Turntable Stick Mapping</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/dj-scratch-controller-mapping-ps5/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/dj-scratch-controller-mapping-ps5/</guid><description>Use a DualSense stick as a virtual turntable platter for scratching in Serato or Traktor.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>DJ</category></item><item><title>Modular Synth CV from a Gamepad — MIDI to CV Bridge</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/modular-synth-cv-from-gamepad-midi/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/modular-synth-cv-from-gamepad-midi/</guid><description>Drive your Eurorack from a DualSense — full MIDI-to-CV chain with the Expert Sleepers FH-2.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Modular</category></item><item><title>Beat Making with a PS5 Controller — Finger Drumming Workflow</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/beat-making-with-ps5-controller-finger-drumming/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/beat-making-with-ps5-controller-finger-drumming/</guid><description>A gamepad-only beat-making rig — face buttons on pads, sticks on macros, triggers on velocity.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Beat Making</category></item><item><title>Steam Controller as a MIDI Controller — Touchpad XY and Trackball</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/steam-controller-midi-mapping-guide/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/steam-controller-midi-mapping-guide/</guid><description>Two pressure touchpads, gyro, and a hardware trackball — the Steam Controller is a stealth MPE rig.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Steam Controller</category></item><item><title>MFi iOS Controllers (Backbone, Kishi) as MIDI Controllers</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/mfi-ios-bluetooth-controller-midi/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/mfi-ios-bluetooth-controller-midi/</guid><description>Use mobile MFi controllers as MIDI inputs — Backbone, Razer Kishi, and the Lightning legacy.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>MFi</category></item><item><title>GameCube Controller as MIDI via USB Adapter</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/gamecube-controller-usb-adapter-midi/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/gamecube-controller-usb-adapter-midi/</guid><description>Plug a Wii U adapter into your laptop and use a GameCube controller as a MIDI input.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>GameCube</category></item><item><title>Wii Remote + Nunchuk as a MIDI Controller</title><link>https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/wii-remote-nunchuk-midi-control/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://controller-midi.aidxn.com/blog/wii-remote-nunchuk-midi-control/</guid><description>Motion + IR pointer + nunchuk stick — a wireless gestural MIDI rig from a $5 thrift-store Wii Remote.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Wii Remote</category></item><item><title>Stadia Controller Revival — Use It as a MIDI 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