Smart music production, free from cables. The BM-1 eliminates MIDI cable clutter, giving you more freedom to create. It connects to synthesizers, digital pianos, MIDI controllers, and other gear equipped with a standard 5-pin DIN MIDI connector, allowing MIDI messages to be sent and received wirelessly. With a communication range of up to 20 meters, the BM-1 works seamlessly with devices and computers that support Bluetooth MIDI, including Windows PCs, Macs, iPhones, iPads, and Bluetooth MIDI controllers. Make your favorite gear wireless-ready Instantly bring legacy MIDI gear into modern music production. Control vintage synthesizers from your DAW, connect your digital piano to a tablet, or take your newly wireless MIDI controller on stage. The possibilities are wide open. Eliminate the hassle of connecting with MIDI cables Without the limits of wired connections, you can stay focused on the creative side of making and performing music. Automatic pairing with various BLE-MIDI devices No manual setup is needed. Simply power on, and the BM-1 will detect and pair with nearby BLE-MIDI devices automatically. Flexible connection options The main adapter (MIDI OUT) and sub-adapter (MIDI IN) can be used together or separately to match your setup. Group multiple MIDI devices Using the dedicated KORG BM-1 App, you can group up to five BM-1 units to send and receive MIDI between them. No external power supply or batteries required The BM-1 runs on 5 V or 3.3 V power supplied via the MIDI OUT terminal of the connected device. There is no need for batteries or charging. Specifications: Bluetooth Bluetooth 5, MIDI over Bluetooth Low Energy-Compliant Connectors MIDI IN, OUT (5-PIN DIN) Compatible devices MIDI devices with 5-pin DIN OUT, Bluetooth MIDI controllers, Mac, iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch that supports Bluetooth 4.0 or later Supported OS Windows, macOS, iOS/iPadOSFor details on OS compatibility for the BM-1, visit the KORG website.* Group connections and firmware updates configured via the KORG BM-1 App are available only for iOS/iPadOS. Latency Approx. 3 ms (measured with BLE5 when using two BM-1 devices) Communication range 20 m (when no obstacles are present) Firmware updates Available via the KORG BM-1 App on iOS/iPadOS Power supply Compatible with 5 V/3.3 V (via MIDI OUT) Power consumption 37 mW Dimensions (W x D x H) Main adapter: 57 x 21 x 21 mm/2.24˝ x 0.83˝ x 0.83˝Sub adapter: 27 x 21 x 21 mm/1.06˝ x 0.83˝ x 0.83˝ Weight Main adapter: 12 g/0.42 ozSub adapter: 11 g/0.39 oz Included items PrecautionsDear Customer Software/driver KORG BM-1 App (iOS/iPadOS)KORG Bluetooth MIDI Connect (Mac, iOS/iPadOS)KORG BLE-MIDI Driver (Windows PC)
