MOTU Micro Express 4 In 6 Out MIDI Interface with SMPTE Sync

The micro express is a mini version of the MIDI Express XT. It has many of the same features as the Express XT - except that it is smaller and even more affordable. The micro express is a half-rack unit with 4 inputs and 6 outputs. The micro express 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 MOTU USB MIDI interface via a standard USB hub.

Key Features

• USB MIDI interface for Mac and Windows
• Stand-alone MIDI patchbay/merger/processor (when powered via USB)
• SMPTE time code sync in all formats (includes new support for 23.976* fps time code)
• 4x6 MIDI merge matrix: connects any device to any other
• 16 front panel presets
• 4 independent MIDI IN
• 6 independent MIDI OUT
• 96 MIDI channels
• Supports MIDI Machine Control transport messages
• Pedal input for momentary foot switch
• 16 presets with 8 programmable, battery-backed memory
• MIDI Time Stamping (MTS) for sub-millisecond timing accuracy
• Includes updated drivers and ClockWorks software for Mac and Windows
• USB bus-powered

Technical Specifications

Custom-designed VLSI technology
Front panel buttons and LED's for choosing presets (8 factory, 8 user)
Front panel SMPTE stripe button
Front panel SMPTE lock and tach LED's
Status lights for MIDI IN/OUT and computers
Front panel MIDI IN and OUT ports
Panic button
10 MIDI connectors
2 SMPTE quarter-inch phone (line level)
1 pedal quarter-inch phone input
Includes software console for Mac and Windows, USB cable
Chassis dimensions, excluding rack ears: 9.5 x 7 x 1.75 inches (24.13 x 17.78 x 4.45 cm). With rack ears attached, fits one half of a standard 19 inch (48.26 cm) rack at 1U high.