KORG / BM-1 Bluetooth MIDI Interface

The BM-1 is a Bluetooth MIDI interface that eliminates the hassle of MIDI cables and enables greater freedom in music production.

■Bluetooth MIDI Interface

Connect to any device with a standard 5-pin DIN MIDI connector, such as a synthesizer, digital piano, or MIDI controller, and send and receive MIDI messages wirelessly.
With a communication range of up to 20 meters, it works seamlessly with Bluetooth MIDI-enabled devices, including Windows PCs, Macs, iPhones, iPads, and Bluetooth MIDI controllers.

■Key Features
・Make your favorite gear wireless
Instantly incorporate classic MIDI gear into your modern music production.
Control a vintage synthesizer from your DAW, connect a digital piano to your tablet, or bring a wireless MIDI controller to the stage. The possibilities are endless.

・Free yourself from the hassle of MIDI cables
Without having to worry about cables, you can focus more on the creative process of music production and performance.

・Automatically pairs with a variety of BLE-MIDI devices
No complicated setup required. Simply turn on the power and the BM-1 will automatically detect and pair with nearby BLE-MIDI devices.

・Flexible connection options to suit any setup
The main adapter (MIDI OUT) and sub adapter (MIDI IN) can be used in combination or separately to suit your environment.
*The sub adapter cannot be used alone.

The main adapter can be used alone with devices that only have a MIDI OUT terminal.
The adapters are connected by flexible cables of different lengths, allowing for smooth connection even when the MIDI IN/OUT terminals are adjacent or lined up vertically.

・Group multiple MIDI devices
Using the dedicated ""KORG BM-1"" app, you can group up to five BM-1 units and send and receive MIDI signals between them.

・Unlocks additional features of KORG Gadget LE and KORG Module
When the BM-1 is connected and KORG's free music app ""KORG Gadget 2 LE"" or ""KORG Module"" is launched, additional gadgets, tracks, and functions will become available.

・No external power supply or batteries required
The BM-1 operates on 5V or 3.3V power supplied from the MIDI OUT terminal of the connected device. No batteries or charging are required.

・Firmware updates via the dedicated app
You can keep your BM-1 up to date using the free ""KORG BM-1"" app.
*The KORG BM-1 app is for iOS/iPadOS only.

■ Main Specifications
・Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5, MIDI over Bluetooth Low Energy Compliant
・Connection Connectors: MIDI IN, OUT (5-pin DIN)
・Compatible Devices: MIDI devices with a 5-pin DIN OUT connector, Bluetooth MIDI controllers, Macs, iPhones/iPads/iPod Touches that support Bluetooth 4.0 or later
・Supported OS: Windows, macOS, iOS/iPadOS
For OS versions supported by the BM-1, please visit the KORG website.
*The KORG BM-1 App, which is used to configure group connections, firmware updates, and more, is only available for iOS/iPadOS.

Latency: Less than 3 ms (measured with BLE5 using two BM-1 units)
Communication Range: 20 m (unobstructed)
Firmware Updates: Via the KORG BM-1 App (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
Sub Adapter: 27 x 21 x 21 mm
Weight: Main Adapter: 12 g
Sub Adapter: 11 g
Accessories: Safety Precautions, Notice to Customers
Software/Drivers: KORG BM-1 App (iOS/iPadOS)
KORG Bluetooth MIDI Connect (Mac, iOS/iPadOS)
KORG BLE-MIDI Driver (Windows PC)

*Specifications and appearance may be changed without notice for improvement purposes.