MOTU MIDI Express 128 – 8×8 USB MIDI interface

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.

Meet Quartet The ultimate desktop audio interface and control center for iPad and Mac

Apogee Quartet is a professional USB audio interface designed to deliver the ultimate desktop recording experience to the iPad and Mac-based studio. Featuring 4 inputs and 8 outputs of Apogee\'s industry-leading AD/DA conversion technology as well as 4 world-class mic preamps, Quartet bridges the gap between the 2-channel Apogee Duet and Apogee\'s flagship interface, Symphony I/O.

Quartet for iPad and Mac features special circuitry designed to deliver professional performance for iPad use along with low latency USB 2.0 performance for Mac. Quartet\'s MIDI I/O connector lets you connect and power a Core MIDI compatible keyboard/controller while using Duet with your iPad or iOS device.

Apogee is an award-winning industry leader in digital recording technology with over 25 years of experience. Preferred by recording pros around the world, Apogee products like Duet, Ensemble and Symphony I/O have been instrumental in creating countless GRAMMY® and OSCAR® winning recordings and have set the industry standard in professional recording for over two decades. Quartet is built solidly on this reputation.

• First professional multi-channel audio interface for iPad
• Direct digital connection to iPod touch, iPhone, iPad
• Works with new iPhone 5, iPad (4th generation), iPad mini
  (Apple\'s Lighting to 30-pin adapter required - Sold separately)
• Works with GarageBand, Auria, MultiTrack and any Core Audio compliant app on iOS
• Works with GarageBand, Logic, Pro Tools, Ableton and any Core Audio compliant app on Mac
• Low latency monitoring, complete input/output control with Apogee\'s Maestro software (iOS & Mac)
• MIDI input/output (USB-A type connector)
• DC power supplies charge to iPod touch, iPhone or iPad
• USB 2.0 audio with 24-bit/192kHz A/D and D/A conversion
• 4 Analog inputs with world-class mic preamps and selectable 48v phantom power
• ADAT/SMUX digital Inputs
• Monitor control - up to 3 speaker sets
• 1 Independent 1/4" stereo headphone output
• QuickTouch pads for input/output selection and advanced control
• Legendary Apogee sound quality
• Designed in California - Made in the U.S.A.

• Computer: Intel Mac 1.5GHz or faster
• Memory: 2 GB RAM minimum, 4 GB recommended
• OS: 10.6.8, 10.7.4 or greater
• Connection and power: Any available USB port on a Mac
• Power: DC Power supply included

• iOS version: 5.1.1 and later
• Connection: 30-pin dock connector
• DC Power supply included

• iPod touch* (5th generation)

• iPhone 5*

• iPad* (4th generation)

• iPad mini*

* Requires Apple\'s Lightning to 30-pin adapter. Sold separately.

• iPod touch (4th generation)

• iPhone 4s

• iPhone 4

• iPad (3rd generation)

• iPad 2

• iPad

• Mac
  • Any Mac Core Audio compatible application
  • Recommended apps: Logic, GarageBand, MainStage, Final Cut, Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Digital Performer, Studio One, Cubase, and Nuendo

• iOS
  • Any iOS Core Audio compatible app. Recommended apps: GarageBand, Auria

• USB 2.0 High-speed Mac audio interface
• 4 Analog Inputs:
  • Combination line (balanced +20dBu max)
  • Mic/Instrument (+20dBu/+14dBu max)
  • 4 Microphone preamps with up to 75dB of gain
  • Selectable 48v phantom power, Soft Limit and phase invert
• Digital Inputs:
  • ADAT/SMUX Input, 8 channels, 2 Toslink connectors, 44.1kHz to 96kHz
  • MIDI input (USB-A type connector)
• 8 Analog Outputs:
  • 6 Balanced line outputs, +20 dBu maximum output level
  • 1 Independent 1/4" stereo headphone output
• Digital Outputs:
  • MIDI output (USB-A type connector)
  • Word clock output on BNC connector
• A/D and D/A conversion: 24 bit/192kHz
• 2 top panel high-resolution OLED displays
• Controller knob
• 6 touchpads for direct selection of inputs and outputs
• 3 assignable touchpads to control:
  • Mute Outputs
  • Dim Outputs
  • Sum to Mono
  • Clear Meters
  • Engage Speaker Set (allows monitoring of up to 3 pairs of speakers)

• EIN: 128dB (un-weighted) @ 60dB, 150Ohm input
• Max input level: +20dBu
• Input impedance: 3KOhm

• Max input level 14 dBu
• Input impedance: >2MOhm 

• Max input level (+4dBu ref): +20dBu
• Max input level (-10dBV ref):  +6dBV
• Input impedance: 5KOhm
• Freq resp 20 Hz -20Khz: > +/-0.2dB (@44.1Khz)
• Rel. THD + N: -106dB (@ 96Khz)
• Dyn. Range: 114dB (A-weighted)

• Max output level (+4dBu ref): +20dBu
• Max output level (-10dBV ref): +6dBV
• Line output impedance: 90 Ohm
• Max output level headphones: 19dBu
• HPH output impedance 30 Ohm.
• Freq resp 20Hz -20 Khz: > +/- 0.05dB (@44.1Khz)
• Rel. THD+N : -113dB (@96Khz)
• Dyn Range: 123dB (A-weighted)

• Quartet
• 2 meter USB Cable
• Universal Power Supply with standard 3 pin-IEC cable
• QuickStart Guide
• Instructions for download of software and complete documentation

Shure Motiv MVi

Delivering the convenience of a professional sound studio on the go, the MOTIV MVi Portable Digital Audio Interface connects
any standard XLR microphone or ¼" plug guitar, bass, or keyboard to any Mac, PC, iPhone, iPod, iPad or Android device for
seamless, high-quality audio capture.

Equipped with 5 built-in DSP preset modes (Speech, Singing, Flat, Acoustic Instrument,Loud), the MVi includes a unique onboard touch panel control for quick access to gain, mute and headphone volume adjustmentsin real time. 

A portable, low-profile footprint with all-metal construction that is designed, built and rigorously tested by Shure to
ensure reliable performance in any environment.

Apple MFi (Made for iPhone/iPod/iPad) Certified for direct connection to any iOS device without the need for any additional
adapters or connection kits

 Features:

• Discrete JFET Class A buffered instrument preamplifier input for exceptional tone and clarity
• Supplies 12-48v phantom power (12v–iOS/48v–USB)
• 5 DSP Preset Modes (Speech, Singing, Flat, Acoustic Instrument, Loud)
• Automatically adjusts EQ, Compression and Limiting for optimal results
• Front panel touch controls for mode selection, headphone volume, microphone gain, and mute
• Built-in headphone output for real-time monitoring
• Combo XLR or ¼" jack connects XLR microphone or ¼" plug guitar/bass/keyboard
• Includes one (1) Micro-B-to-USB cable and one (1) Micro-B-to-Lightning® cable
• All-metal construction designed, built and rigorously tested by Shure

​Specifications:

• DSP Modes (Presets) Speech/Singing/Acoustic/Loud/Flat
• Input Combination XLR and ¼" (6.35 mm) TRS
• Input Impedance 3-pin XLR: >2 kΩ
• ¼" TRS: >1 MΩ
• Bit Depth 16-bit/24-bit
• Sampling Rate 44.1/48 kHz
• Frequency Response
• At minimum gain, flat mode 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz
• Adjustable Gain Range 3-pin XLR: 0 to +36 dB
• ¼" TRS: +9 dB

• Connect plugKEY to your iOS device and a 5-pin DIN MIDI controller
• “Made for iPod/iPhone/iPad" certification obtained from Apple
• Two studio-quality 1/4" jack audio outputs
• 1/8" stereo headphone output
• Volume control
• Use while charging your iOS device
• Compact design can be taken anywhere
• Free apps that let you start immediately playing and producing music

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.