ESI MidiMate eX
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ESI
MidiMate eX
Product Info
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The MidiMate eX is a no-frills, incredibly affordable solution for anyone needing a basic USB MIDI interface. It’s perfect for hobbyists, beginners, or anyone needing a spare interface for a second synth or controller – it just gets the job done reliably.
Product Description
- ESI MidiMate eX
- USB-MIDI Interface
- With automatic input/output detection
- 2 MIDI plugs
- each of which can operate as an independent input or output
- Power-over-MIDI: 5 V power supply for the connected device directly via the USB-MIDI cable
- USB interface
- Power supply via USB
- Length approx. 1.9 mm
- Direct support of Mac OS and Windows XP/VISTA/Windows 7
- 10 (32 and 64 bit)
PROS
- • Dual MIDI ports offer flexible input/output routing options
- • Automatic detection simplifies setup and troubleshooting
- • Power-over-MIDI feature minimizes cable clutter and power needs
- • Compact size makes it highly portable and studio-friendly
CONS
- • Plastic enclosure feels somewhat cheap compared to higher-end interfaces
- • Limited to basic 16-channel MIDI functionality, lacks advanced routing
- • Driver support, while broad, can occasionally be finicky on older systems
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Key Features
MIDI Ports
2 (5-pin DIN)
USB
USB 2.0 Type A
Channels
16
Standalone
No
Power
USB-powered with Power-over-MIDI
Weight
Approximately 100g
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, it only has two MIDI ports, so you can’t directly connect two keyboards as inputs. You could use one as input and the other as output, however.
Yes, the MIDI standard is universal, and the MidiMate eX should work with any MIDI-capable device, including your Juno-106, as long as your operating system is supported.
It transmits and receives MIDI data, including MIDI clock, but it doesn’t offer advanced clock syncing features or customizable clock settings.
