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Tandem Documentation

Your complete guide to creating, sharing, and mastering your MIDI workflow with Tandem.

Getting Started

Tandem app interface showing the canvas mode with MIDI controls.

Welcome to Tandem

Tandem transforms your iPhone or iPad into a powerful, collaborative MIDI controller. This guide will walk you through the core features of the app, from building your first custom layout to connecting with other musicians in real-time.

Dive into the sections below to learn about Canvas Mode, Focus Mode, connectivity options, and how to use the powerful DSL to create your own presets and themes.

Core Concepts

Connectivity

Connection Options

Tandem connection interfaces showing multiple connectivity options
USB-C

The most reliable, lowest-latency connection. Perfect for studio use.

Bluetooth MIDI

A wireless solution for connecting to iOS/macOS devices and compatible hardware.

Wi-Fi Network

Connect devices on the same Wi-Fi network for a wireless setup.

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For Developers

Configuration DSL (.tandemc)
Create powerful MIDI layouts with our simple YAML-based DSL.
format: tandem-preset-dsl
version: 0.1
metadata:
  name: "808 Drum Machine"
canvas:
  grid:
    rows: 4
    cols: 4
    component: drumpad-neumorphic
    notes: C1,C#1,D1,D#1,...
    channel: 10
Theme File Schema (.tandemt)
Customize the look and feel of Tandem with your own themes.
{
  "metadata": { ... },
  "themes": [
    {
      "name": "My-Theme",
      "lookData": {
        "colors": {
          "accent": "00BCD4",
          ...
        }
      }
    }
  ]
}