M-Audio Announces Anniversary Editions of MIDISPORT USB MIDI Interfaces

Jan 22, 2008

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M-Audio today announced special editions of the best-selling M-Audio® MIDISPORT 2x2 and MIDISPORT 4x4 USB MIDI interfaces to celebrate the company's 20th anniversary.

The compact Midiman™ MIDISPORT 2x2 Anniversary Edition MIDI interface addresses 32 x 32 channels of discrete MIDI I/O via USB, making it ideal for connecting multiple MIDI devices to a computer, as well as eliminating delays associated with long MIDI THRU chains. Additional features include bus-powered operation and standalone functionality for MIDI throughput and merge capabilities.

The Midiman™ MIDISPORT 4x4 Anniversary Edition is a flexible multi-port USB MIDI interface. MIDISPORT 4x4 addresses a total of 64 x 64 discrete channels of MIDI I/O via USB, allowing users to connect a variety of gear. Bus-powered architecture provides the option of totally mobile operation.

"We are excited to celebrate 20 years of pioneering innovative and best-selling products like the MIDISPORT series of interfaces," said Adam Castillo, marketing director at M-Audio. "We look forward to extending our legacy of support, stability and compatibility for many years to come."

The MIDISPORT 2x2 and 4x4 Anniversary Edition interfaces are currently expected to ship in the first quarter of 2008 and carry MSRPs of USD $89.95 and $199.95, respectively.

About the MIDISPORT Product Line
The MIDISPORT 2x2 was first introduced in 2000—when the company was named Midiman—and quickly became the world's most popular USB MIDI interface. This overwhelming success inspired the creation of an entire MIDISPORT line designed to meet the varying needs of diverse music makers. M-Audio's special Anniversary-edition MIDISPORT products commemorate this success with a brand-new look.

For more information, visit their web site at www.m-audio.com.