The MOTU Micro Express is a top - notch, compact MIDI interface that's a game - changer for musicians, sound engineers, and producers. It's the mini version of the well - known MIDI Express XT, offering many great features of the larger one at a more affordable price and in a portable form. This half - rack unit is perfect for studio setups, live shows, and home recording. It offers amazing MIDI throughput and super - precise timing. With 4 MIDI inputs and 6 MIDI outputs, it lets you connect multiple devices easily. Using USB, it gives better timing, hot - swapping ability, and easy plug - and - play expansion. Whether you're syncing with other MIDI gear or managing sound modules and synthesizers, the Micro Express can handle it. Its strong SMPTE sync supports all time code formats, including the new 23.976 fps, making it a great addition to any professional setup. Key features include being a USB MIDI interface for Mac and Windows, acting as a stand - alone MIDI patchbay when USB - powered, supporting all SMPTE time code formats, having a 4x6 MIDI merge matrix, 16 front - panel presets, 4 independent inputs, 6 independent outputs, 96 MIDI channels, and the ability to transmit MIDI Machine Control messages. It also has a pedal input, MIDI Time Stamping, updated drivers, and ClockWorks software, and runs on USB bus power. Specifications cover custom - designed VLSI technology, front - panel buttons and LEDs, SMPTE stripe button, SMPTE lock and tach LEDs, status lights, front - panel MIDI ports, a panic button, 10 MIDI connectors, 2 SMPTE quarter - inch phone connections, 1 pedal quarter - inch phone input, software consoles for both systems, a USB cable, and chassis dimensions of 9.5 x 7 x 1.75 inches. It fits half of a standard 19 - inch rack when rack ears are attached. The package includes the MIDI interface, USB cable, software consoles, and a user manual.
Using the MOTU Micro Express is a breeze. First, connect it to your computer using the included USB cable. You can use it with both Mac and Windows systems. For connecting other MIDI devices, use the 4 MIDI inputs and 6 MIDI outputs. If you want to sync with other equipment using SMPTE time code, connect it through the SMPTE quarter - inch phone connections. You can also use the pedal input for foot - switch control. When using the front - panel buttons, you can select presets easily. Remember, when powering it, it runs on USB bus power, so make sure your computer can provide enough power. If you encounter any issues, you can use the panic button. As for maintenance, keep it in a dry and clean place. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or humidity. Also, make sure to keep the software updated using the provided software consoles for Mac and Windows. This will ensure that you get the best performance from your MOTU Micro Express.
