I was going to mention the sysex options that Mac mentioned, but figured the guy had enough to learn all at once already <grin>
SYSEX frees up channels very nicely. We used channels 12-14 for sysex based messages to multiple devices.. we ended up with a list of 'rules' for channels and devices by the time we were done..

Silvertones - I have one of those monster torpedo heaters, a couple hundred thousand BTU's ..
warms the garage up quick in the winter, nice for working on the cars. Not so nice for conversations .. Couldn't imagine that being the source of heat for a gig! Loud AND sucks the oxygen right out of the room


I do not work here, but the benefits are still awesome
Make your sound your own!