Convert recorded MIDI back into the Drum machine Editor?

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I’ve got a question about Cubase and the drum machine workflow.

I’m loading drum samples onto pads in the drum machine, and I’m triggering them with my MPD18. When I record this, it just shows up as regular MIDI (as expected).

Is there a way to automatically convert that MIDI performance back into the Drum machine Editor?

Basically: I record my drums with the MPD → Cubase captures normal MIDI → I want that performance to show up properly inside the Drum machine Editor

Is this possible? Or do I need to manually redo it inside the editor?

Thanks in advance!

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It’s actually called the Pattern Editor and can be used by any MIDI based Track Type, not just the Drum Machine.

While you can convert a Pattern Event into a MIDI Part, there’s no capability to go the other way. I think there might be a feature request asking for this.

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Additionally, the Pattern Editor is the only midi based editor, where you cannot record live input.

Maybe the Drum Editor is helpful for you?