iConnectivity Interface with 8 in x 12 Out 5-pin DIN-MIDI Ports (mioXL)

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PeteYeah, port renaming for Windows was the entire reason I got into the iConnectivity ecosphere in the first place. Sure would be nice if Microsoft might be able to make some inroads into the Windows MIDI subsystems for little details like native port renaming (wink wink, nudge nudge ) I've started a default routing spreadsheet. I just added the mio10 on firmware 2.0.5 for you. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets...it?usp=sharing

We just love this thing! It's so versatile and easy-to use. You can control all your instruments from one keyboard or several keyboards, depending on what sounds best for any given situation. There's also presets that allow you to save time by loading different ways of tweaking tone quality with ease. It makes life easier when you have options like these at your fingertips. The mioXL is basically a "fixed" version of the mio10 with some new features (presets, onboard USB hub, expanded RTP-MIDI ports, new version of the Auracle software). I currently use 2x mioXL units and 2x mio10 units in my setup and while I haven't ever tried any scientific measurements on jitter or latency, I haven't experienced any issues or noticed anything out of normal for PC-based MIDI sequencing (and I've been doing that since the DOS days). My four units are all networked together via wired Ethernet and the newer/better capabilities of the mioXL as far as configuring netMIDI makes it actually usable now and totally worth it. I'm getting very close to replacing my other two mio10s at this point.

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Perhaps the biggest advantage with network connectivity is the ability to connect multiple devices on a network. Networking allows multiple connected devices to share data with each other; it’s a much more flexible way of working than the USB paradigm of Device => Host. Now multiple computers and peripherals can seamlessly talk to each other all over the same lines.

I have been using the mio10 units since they came out, and they were not bad (better than the MOTU XTs I replaced them with). There were some growing pains, and advanced configuration of them (including network MIDI) was painful using the original iConfig utility. The Auracle software helped "normal" users who were not trying to do anything complex, but more advanced config still required the iConfig utility which is difficult to use at best...there were promises that the Auracle software would replace it for advanced config, but that has yet to materialize and they have moved the older mio devices to "legacy" status as of a few months ago when they launched the mioXL. With the mioXL, you'll never again be limited by your home or venue's length. With an Ethernet connection and up to 22 virtual network ports for syncing multiple devices across all of them at once - hooking into this Cat 5 means there is no limit on how long it can go! The iConnectivity mioXL is a versatile multi-channel MIDI interface that can be used to send performances from stage controllers or sound modules. It also provides instant access for all your synth room needs in any DAW software, with no need of installing additional drivers. With mioXL™ you’re able to streamline and expand your MIDI setup, no matter how massive and demanding. Even though it’s our most powerful MIDI interface, mioXL™ is still accessible to all users, allowing you to do whatever you want with MIDI faster, better, and in creative and exciting new ways. iConnectivity’s next generation RTP/Network- MIDI capabilities, and what they’ll do for you. It's never been more simple to connect all your MIDI gear and get them talking to each other. The power of the network connectivity means you can experience the next level of MIDI control. The processing power provides efficient powering and connection between all your MIDI devices - this makes it ideal for large synthesizer setups where you have plenty of instruments to get working together. It doesn't matter if you play on stage or in the studio, the mioMX gives you everything you need to make setup completely easy. You can even connect it up to your DAW with preset naming schemes and easy recall of settings.When it works, it works; offers extraordinary routing options and opportunities. The hardware feels solidly built and touch-screen adjustment make the smallish display surprisingly versatile. There's a generous amount of physical input & output and my studio still has room to grow even with all the DIN & USB gadgets connected. It's not cheap but it certainly seems good value for money. You can save yourself trouble by adding the number or the DIN to the name, but your max character limit is 15, so abbreviate carefully. This problem could be solved by some hardcoded "soft text" that surrounds each DIN section in the UI, so no matter what your name is, you can readily see "ah yeah, that's DIN 7." Names of port categories have been revised to be both clearer and closer to what was used in iConfig and Auracle.