Thinking of Mac + Logic for Live Playback + MIDI

I am in need of a system for playing back pre-recorded backing tracks and controlling Midi Devices (Line 6 box + Harmoniser) during playback The idea is to play my guitar and not have to operate the foot pedals but still have the patch changes at the appopriate time during playback. Is a MAC plus Logic capable of doing this? Does anybody have an opinion on how reliable this setup could be if it is possible?
Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Chris

I've used Logic since 2002 but a new user to Mainstage 2 & as far as I'm aware you control MS2 via midi (footswitch or keys). That may change with future upgrades or maybe possible by using apple scripts.
If you're on a Mac? a great option is Qlabs which is used in live theatre it will cost you about the same.
I'm giving MS 2 a go for rehearsal and if it becomes too much to change settings to keep the show flowing, I'll definitely be getting Qlabs.

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Hi. I use my MBP live for Ivory Grand piano sounds and occasional backing tracks with live piano. I suggest you set it all up and suck and see. You will quickly get an idea of what will and won't work. Set up a scenario where it is doing a fair bit more work than you anticipate it doing live, and then you will be confident of it doing what you want it to do.
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I've been using the Roland MC500 MKII and the Roland MC80 for playing back midi files for our group for over 17 years.
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2. Our light show is run by midi & is pre-programmed. After 17 years - ya start to feel like one of those chickens at a carnival - when the light comes on you - it's your turn to sing... - we might actually get lost without those cues...
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Did you try Ableton Live?
Maybe is better suited for your needs and you can download a 14 days trial full version here:
http://www.ableton.com/free-trial
But if you need only MIDI why don't to use a simple MIDI player like QMIdi?
cheers
rob

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http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?messageID=1993033&#1993033
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Can anybody help?
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The main reason for this purchase is to play live and use backing tracks and record found sounds and make creative songs.
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I have £500 already and willing to add another 500 to 700 pounds, then software extra.

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It must be super quick.
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sorry, I'd like to butt in here:
I would like to do the same thing, so I am curious about this forum and rather than starting a new one, can I get some advice on this possibility:
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