KORG BM-1 - Bluetooth Wireless MIDI Interface
Transform your music production experience and free your studio from cables with the KORG BM-1 Bluetooth MIDI interface. Designed for musicians, producers, and tech enthusiasts, this compact yet powerful tool eliminates the need for traditional MIDI cables, offering a stable, low-latency wireless connection between your devices. Easily and efficiently connect your synthesizers, master keyboards, digital pianos, and any controller with standard MIDI ports to your computer (Windows/macOS) or mobile device (iOS/iPadOS).
Thanks to Bluetooth 5.0 (BLE-MIDI) technology, the BM-1 ensures reliable and fast MIDI data transmission, essential for both studio composition and live performances. Its innovative design is powered directly from your computer's MIDI OUT port, eliminating the need for batteries or external power adapters. Simply plug it in and enjoy a clean, minimalist setup with unprecedented freedom of movement.
Main Features
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Advanced Wireless Connectivity: Uses the Bluetooth 5.0 standard (Bluetooth Low Energy MIDI) for a high-speed, very low-latency wireless connection, crucial for real-time musical performance.
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Universal Compatibility: It integrates seamlessly with the most popular operating systems, including Windows, macOS, iOS, and iPadOS, ensuring a stable connection with most music production software and applications (DAW).
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Efficient Power Supply: The device is powered directly through the MIDI OUT port (compatible with 3.3V and 5V), so it does not require batteries or an external power supply.
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Wide Operating Range: Offers a communication range of up to 20 meters under optimal and unobstructed conditions, providing exceptional flexibility in any environment.
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Multi-unit configuration: Allows the configuration and management of up to five BM-1 units simultaneously via the dedicated application, ideal for complex setups with multiple MIDI devices.
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Easy Maintenance: Firmware updates are performed wirelessly and easily via the KORG BM-1 app, keeping your device always up to date.
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Exclusive Content: When connected, additional functions and sounds are activated in popular KORG applications such as Gadget LE and KORG Module.
Benefits for the Musician
The KORG BM-1 is designed to simplify your workflow and unleash your creativity. By eliminating MIDI cables, you not only gain a tidier and more aesthetically pleasing workspace, but also complete freedom of movement. You can place your controllers and synthesizers exactly where you need them, without the limitations of cable length. Its plug-and-play design and ultra-compact size make it the perfect travel companion for musicians who need a portable and reliable solution for live performances or songwriting sessions outside the studio.
Use Cases
From the home studio to the stage, the BM-1 adapts to a multitude of situations. Use it to connect a vintage controller keyboard to your iPad and trigger sounds from the latest synthesizer apps. In a live performance, control your rack-mounted sound modules from a keytar without being tethered by cables. Or simply declutter your studio by wirelessly connecting all your hardware synthesizers to your audio interface or computer, reducing clutter and simplifying troubleshooting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to install drivers to use the KORG BM-1?
No, the KORG BM-1 is a class-compliant device. Modern operating systems (Windows, macOS, iOS, and iPadOS) automatically recognize it without the need to install additional drivers.
Does it work with any device that has MIDI ports?
Yes, it works with the vast majority of devices that comply with the MIDI standard and can supply the small amount of power needed through their MIDI OUT port (3.3V or 5V).
Does the wireless connection introduce noticeable latency?
Thanks to the use of Bluetooth 5.0 (BLE-MIDI), latency is extremely low, generally imperceptible to most music applications, ensuring a smooth, real-time performance experience.
How can I update the device firmware?
Updates are easily managed through the free KORG BM-1 app, available for mobile devices. The app detects your BM-1 and guides you through the over-the-air update process.
Is it possible to use multiple KORG BM-1s at the same time?
Yes, the KORG BM-1 app allows you to configure and manage up to five units simultaneously, making it easy to create a complete wireless MIDI ecosystem in your studio.
Project description
Wireless MIDI interface with Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity compatible with the Bluetooth Low Energy MIDI (BLE-MIDI) standard. It features MIDI IN and MIDI OUT connectors (5-pin DIN). Power is supplied via the host device's MIDI OUT port (3.3V/5V) with a consumption of 25 mW. It offers an operating range of up to 20 meters line of sight. It is compatible with Windows 10 (v1709 or later), macOS 10.15 or later, iOS 13 or later, and iPadOS 13 or later. Firmware updates and group configuration of up to 5 units are supported via a dedicated application.
