First post, by dreamblaster
Hey,
after getting a few mails asking why I don't make an affordable great working USB to MIDI converter
(those Chinese USB TO MIDI cables don't seem to work well, and roland cables are expensive ??), I decided to do it.
i created a small PCB that converts USB to MIDI (in and out) : UMI-1
This is the prototype, it still needs some changes before releasing.
Some things I could add for the next revision, if it makes sense (not sure) :
add a dip switch for :
- enable/disable running status support. --> is it useful to switch on running status for games ?
- switch between USB DEVICE / USB DEVICE B name in usb descriptor. (allows to use 2 USB MIDI converters at the same time without confusion).
add a second MIDI IN and OUT? (I think not relevant for games ??)
add a 3d printed enclosure
Looking for 1 person in Europe, who likes to try UMI-1's compatibility, and provide feedback.
I will send you an UMI-1 prototype for free, if you like to :
- try with different operating systems (as many as possible)
- try with different MIDI devices.
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