Cakewalk UM-3G 3x3 USB MIDI Interface

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As your recording skills expand, so will this MIDI interface with its expandable, daisy-chain design.

The UM-3G is portable, affordable and expandable, 3-In/3-Out USB MIDI Interface designed for easy connection of a computer to multiple MIDI devices. With the capability to connect three UM-3G interfaces with only one USB port, and independent MIDI Out/Thru Switches for each MIDI port, the UM-3G represents a perfect MIDI solution that can grow with you as your studio or live needs expand.

Features

- 3-In/3-Out MIDI Ports (female)
- Controls up to 48 channels of MIDI equipment
- Expandable design allows you to daisy-chain up to three UM-3G interfaces providing nine total MIDI inputs and outputs without the need for additional USB Ports
- Advanced Driver mode uses FPT (Fast Processing Technology) to ensure low-latency, even with three UM-3G interfaces daisy-chained together
- Up to 3 units can be rack mounted via Roland RAF-70 kit, available separately
- Ideal MIDI interface for the mid- to larger-sized studio
- Out or Thru selectable switches built-in; select between MIDI Out and MIDI Thru for each output port
- Great for live settings using multiple MIDI applications, including traditional instruments, synths, sequencers and live sound, lighting, and special effects

Specifications
Controllers:
- MIDI THRU switch x 3
- MODE select switch
- UNIT number select switch

Connectors:
- MIDI IN x 3 (16 MIDI Channel x 3)
- MIDI OUT x 3 (16 MIDI Channel x 3)
- USB Cable
- UM-3 Connector x 2

Power Supply: Supplied from the computer via USB

Current Draw: 90 mA

Dimensions:
- 138 (W) x 67 (D) x 42 (H) mm
- 5-7/16 (W) x 2-11/16 (D) x 1-11/16 (H) inches

Weight: 210 g / 8 oz

Accessories:
- Owner's Manual
- CD-ROM

Options: Rack Mount Adaptor - RAF-70

* In the interest of product improvement, the specifications,
appearance, and/or contents of this unit are subject to change
without prior notice.

Windows System Requirements
OS: Microsoft(R) Windows Vista(R) x32 or x64, Windows(R) XP Home x32, XP Professional x32 SP2 or later**

Computer: Windows compatible PC equipped with a USB port.

CPU: Pentium(R),Celeron(R) or compatible processor/800 MHz or faster

Memory (RAM): 256 MB or more

**Windows XP Media Center Edition not supported.

Macintosh System Requirements
OS Mac OS X v10.3.9 or later

Computer: Apple(R) Macintosh(R) series with on-board USB port.

CPU: Intel Processor or Power PC/400MHz or faster

Memory (RAM): 256 MB or more

Compatible with USB 2.0 port. Works as a USB 1.1 device without changing the specifications and performance.

The use of this product under Boot Camp is not supported.

This product will not operate in the Mac OS X Classic environment.

This product has been tested on representative computers that meet the system requirements, but we cannot guarantee that it will operate on any computer that meets these requirements. Please be aware that even under the same conditions, differences in the operating environment may produce differences in processing capability.

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 888-CAKEWALK
Manual

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. (5 ratings)
Submitted February 7, 2011 by a customer from gmail.com

"Stable, reliable MIDI interface"

Overall: 4 out of 5 stars
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Features
3 in, 3 out. Kinda wish it had an even 4, but the price is right. Each group of ports has a midi-through switch that can internally connect the midi in and out.
Ease of Use
Run the driver setup program on the disc, plug the device into usb port, plug in your midi stuff. Done. The USB cable is non-removable and not very long. I think this was done to prevent interference since it is heavily shielded as well. It does make it awkward to place in my particular setup.
Quality
I traded up from a Midisport 4x4 to a Tapco midi interface when I went to a 64-bit OS. Unfortunately there were data transmission errors with the Tapco interface using my Roland JV-1010 and the ChangeIt program. After doing research online I found that the Cakewalk midi interfaces were exceptionally stable and jitter free. The other option was the MOTU Midi Express, but I could not find any first hand experiences to verify the stability they claim. The Cakewalk interface has a plastic housing, which is fine. I would have preferred a solid metal case like the Midisport, but that takes a backseat to the stability of the interface and OS compatibility.
Value
I think this product is worth the price I paid. It offers just what I need and nothing else, and is priced reasonably.

Musical Background:

Synth Collector

Musical Style:

Electronic
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