M-AUDIO MIDISPORT 2×2 Anniversary Edition – 4-in/4-out USB MIDI Interface

2-in/2-out MIDI interface > 32 discrete MIDI input channels, 32 discrete MIDI output channels
standalone functionality > MIDI merge and THRU
USB bus power > requires no external power supply
class-compliant operation with Windows XP, Vista and Mac OS X > true plug-and-play functionality
compact and lightweight > mobile or desktop use

Compatibility

Class-compliant
MME
Mac OS X Core MIDI

Minimum System Requirements (PC)
Windows XP *
Windows XP (SP2), Pentium 3 – 800 MHz
256 MB RAM, Native USB port, DirectX 9.0c
Windows Vista
Windows Vista (32-bit / 64-bit editions), Pentium 3 - 1 GHz
1 GB RAM, Native USB port
* Home and Professional Edition only. Windows Media Center Edition, Windows 2000, NT, Me and 98 are not supported.

M-Audio suggests you also check the minimum system requirements for your software, as they may be greater than the above.

Minimum System Requirements (Mac)
Macintosh **
Macintosh G4 500 w/ Mac OS X 10.4.9
Macintosh G4 867 w/ Mac OS X 10.5.1
512 MB RAM, Native USB port
**G4 accelerator cards not supported

M-Audio suggests you also check the minimum system requirements for your software, as they may be greater than the above.

• High quality Kenton MIDI Thru box with opto-isolated MIDI In and separate drive for each MIDI Out. Powered from a mains adaptor (wall wart) so you can fit and forget.
• 1 MIDI In & 5 MIDI Thrus
• Works for ALL MIDI messages including Clock, SysEx, MTC etc.
• Includes schmitt trigger logic for signal quality restoration
• Less than one microsecond latency
• DC power input jack 2.1mm (centre +ve)
• Power/Data indicator light
• Housed in a metal box so it can withstand the knocks
• Attractively finished in brushed aluminium with black screen print
• 9V switch mode power supply included. Products bought directly from Kenton are supplied with the appropriate power supply for the delivery address. Four types are available, UK / EU / USA / Australia.

Overview

MIDI Express 128 is a 8-in/9-out MIDI interface compatible with Macintosh and Windows.

Built from the same technology found in MOTU's flagship MIDI Timepiece, the MIDI Express 128 is a professional MIDI interface that provides plug-and-play connectivity to any USB-equipped Macintosh or Windows computer. The Express 128 provides 8 MIDI IN, 9 MIDI OUT, 128 MIDI channels and compatibility with all Macintosh and Windows software.

The MIDI Express 128 takes full advantage of USB, giving you high-speed MIDI throughput, sub-millisecond timing accuracy, support for "hot-swapping" and plug-and-play expansion. Need to connect another sound module or synth? No problem. Just add another MOTU USB MIDI interface via any available USB port. And the Express 128 is powered by USB – no wall wart or AC plug.

No other MIDI interface offers this much value and performance at such an affordable price.

Features

MIDI connectivity - Provides eight independent MIDI inputs and outputs for a total of 128 MIDI channels.

Expansion - MOTU MIDI interfaces grow with you. Expansion is simple. Add additional MIDI ports by plugging in another MOTU MIDI interface.

Compatibility - Works with your favorite software. Includes drivers for Mac OS9, Mac OS X and Windows Me/2000/XP. High-speed USB connection.

USB-Powered - Bus-powered from USB connection. No additional power necessary.

• XLR microphone input connector
• +48V phantom power for use with condenser microphones
• 3.5 mm Headphone output for monitoring
• On/Off/+48V switch
• Gain control
• Power/Phantom Power provided by 9V battery (not included)

• Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz (+/- 1.5dB)Noise: -98 dB full band (with Phantom Power)
• Maximum Output Level: 2 Vrms
• Distortion: 0.025% THD
• Phantom Max Current: 13mA
• Dimensions: 8.8cm x 4.1cm x 4.2cm
• Weight: 75g (2.57oz)

• 1x SmartRig
• 1x User Guide
• 1x Velcro Strip
• 1x Warranty Card

FastLane USB is a 2-in/2-out MIDI interface with MIDI thru ($79, compatible with Macintosh and Windows).

The professional MIDI interface for your home studio: FastLane is a simple 2 input, 2 output, 32-MIDI channel interface for Macintosh and Windows. It installs in seconds and opens your computer to a world of music software. FastLane's unique advantage: a MIDI thru button allows you to play to your gear even when your computer is turned off-without having to disconnect cables. No other USB interface offers this feature for this price.

FastLane takes full advantage of USB, giving you increased MIDI throughput, better timing accuracy, support for "hot-swapping" and plug-and-play expansion. Need to connect another sound module or synth? No problem. Just add another FastLane via a standard USB hub. Or mix and match FastLane with our other multi-port USB interfaces, such as the affordable 4-IN, 6-OUT micro express.

FastLane is specially engineered to operate with multiple USB devices, so your software will never lose contact with it, regardless of how many times you restart your computer or how many other USB devices you connect.

FastLane's in and out status lights for each MIDI port provide quick visual confirmation of MIDI transmission.

FastLane is available in your choice of several colors, as well as classy basic black and charcoal. Check out some detailed pictures.

No power supply or batteries required! Includes USB cable.

• Switchable mic/line input
• Phantom power
• Gain control
• 1/8” headphone output
• XLR mic input
• High-impedence guitar input
• Mic input powered by two AA batteries
• Non-powered guitar input