Scales set the vibe, you know? Checked out the video – nice choice! If LMMS isn't quite hitting the right notes, maybe tweak the scale settings or even try a different virtual instrument.
I totally get the struggle with diving into a new DAW like LMMS, especially if you're used to notation software. Soundfonts can be a bit tricky at first, but they're cool for changing up your MIDI sounds. To enable it in LMMS, go to your instrument plugin, hit the little spanner/wrench icon, and the...
My trick: instead of diving straight into the plugin abyss, try sketching out your idea first with a basic sound. Once the vibe is there, tweaking becomes way more focused.
Try checking the USB cable first, sometimes it's just a connection hiccup. Also, make sure you're using the right USB port. LMMS can be picky. If all else fails, maybe reinstall the driver or update LMMS.
I had a similar experience when experimenting with remixes and animation sounds. It's common to have a specific sound in mind but not quite know how to achieve it. What I found helpful was learning the basics of sound design, which allowed me to create the sounds I envisioned rather than endlessly s...