New MIDISport 8x8/s USB Interface from Midiman

The flagship of the MIDISPORT line, the USB MIDISPORT 8x8/s (msc: $499.95), is a powerhouse with features and band-width to burn. In addition to being a gateway to the high speed and enormous channel capacity that USB offers, the MIDISPORT 8x8/s may also be connected to the "legacy" serial ports of older computers. Rock-solid drivers on both Apple Computer and PC, full SMPTE implementation, and the ability to run multiple units simultaneously are just a few of the reasons this interface is the one to choose. Add to that stand-alone MIDI patchbay operation, a MIDI cable tester, and an easy-to-read front panel design, and it's easy to see why the MIDISPORT 8x8/s is the most sought after multi-port MIDI interface on the market today.

Features:

• 8 independent in / 8 independent out MIDI Interface (128x128 MIDI channels) in professional 19" single height rack mount chassis.
• High-speed connection to USB-equipped PC or Apple computers.
• Alternate "legacy" serial connection to non-USB PC or Apple computers.
• MIDI in and out activity indicators for each port.
• Includes 6 ft. USB cable.
• When disconnected from the PC, unit operates as a stand-alone MIDI patchbay.
• Built-in "MIDI cable tester" mode.
• Windows 98 compatible -- true Plug-and-Play installation requires no IRQ, I/O Address or DMA chan-nel setup.
• Mac OMS Compatible. Works with Mac OS 8.6 and above.
• Includes Windows and Mac Control Panel software.
• SMPTE Time Code Writer/Reader
• Reads and writes 24, 25, 29.97, 30 drop or 30 non-drop frame LTC SMPTE formats.
• Any SMPTE time write offset may be set-up via included control panel software.
• Converts LTC to MIDI Time Code (MTC) for syncing any MTC capable software.
• Selectable "flywheel" that can be set to any value from 1 frame to 255 frames, or forever.
• Can perfectly regenerate even the worst SMPTE Time Code.
• Performs "JAM" sync in all modes.
• Lifetime Warranty.Requirements: WINDOWS 98 OR MAC OS 8.6 or higher. plus OMS (OMS provided on CD)