Apple Remote as Transport Controller for Logic ( macbook, macmini, imac )

what about using the apple remote to control Logic, is it possible ? ..?? or is it just a good idea to ask the logic team for
nicholas

Hi there
I've got the transport working ok by teaching it the midi learn via 'Key Commands' (although play and record lights do not come on on the motif, which i would have liked. Is that possible?)
I would like to get the jog/scroll wheel working like the mackies - does anyone know what that function/command is called, in the global key commands screen? I can't find it...
Cheers

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I'm composer. And i want to buy staff for makind music on computer. I found many but they arent special for Logic pro.
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