Korg BM-1 Bluetooth MIDI Interface (BM1BK)

Korg BM-1 Bluetooth MIDI Interface (BM1BK)

Standard Product Description

The Korg BM-1 Bluetooth MIDI Interface (BM1BK) is a wireless MIDI adapter designed to add Bluetooth MIDI connectivity to keyboards, synthesizers, digital pianos, MIDI controllers, drum machines, and other MIDI-equipped devices. Using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) MIDI technology, it enables reliable wireless MIDI communication between compatible instruments, computers, tablets, and smartphones, eliminating the need for traditional MIDI cables and simplifying studio and live performance setups.

Key Features

• Bluetooth 5 with MIDI over Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE-MIDI)
• Wireless MIDI transmission and reception for devices with standard 5-pin DIN MIDI ports
• Compatible with Windows, macOS, iOS, and iPadOS devices that support Bluetooth MIDI
• Supports communication range of up to 20 meters (65 feet) in unobstructed environments
• Automatic pairing with compatible Bluetooth MIDI devices
• Flexible design with separate MIDI IN and MIDI OUT adapters connected by a cable
• Group connection capability for linking up to five BM-1 units via the KORG BM-1 app
• No batteries or external power supply required
• Powered directly through the connected device's MIDI OUT port (5V/3.3V compatible)
• Low-latency wireless MIDI performance
• Firmware updates available through the KORG BM-1 app
• Compact and lightweight design for portable use
• Compatible with synthesizers, digital pianos, MIDI controllers, sound modules, and other MIDI hardware
• Enables wireless integration of legacy MIDI equipment into modern music production environments

Specifications

• Model: BM1BK
• Bluetooth Version: Bluetooth 5
• MIDI Standard: MIDI over Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE-MIDI)
• Connectors: 5-pin DIN MIDI IN and MIDI OUT
• Operating Systems: Windows, macOS, iOS, iPadOS
• Communication Range: Up to 20 m (65 ft)
• Latency: Approximately 3 ms
• Power Supply: Via MIDI OUT (5V/3.3V compatible)
• Power Consumption: 37 mW
• Color: Black