Korg BM-1 Bluetooth MIDI Interface

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. 

FEATURES

• Make your favorite gear wireless-ready 

• Eliminate the hassle of MIDI cables 

• Automatic pairing with various BLE-MIDI devices 

• Flexible connection options for any setup 

• Group multiple MIDI devices 

• Unlock extra features in KORG Gadget LE and KORG Module 

• No external power supply or batteries required 

• Firmware updates via a dedicated app 

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. If your equipment only has a MIDI OUT terminal, you can use just the main adapter. *The sub-adapter cannot be used on its own. 

The adapters are different depths and connected by a flexible cable, making them easy to attach even when the MIDI IN and MIDI OUT jacks are close together or vertically aligned. 

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. 

Unlock extra features in KORG Gadget LE and KORG Module 
When you launch KORG’s free music apps KORG Gadget 2 LE or KORG Module with the BM-1 connected, additional gadgets, tracks, and functions become available. 

Features unlocked in KORG Gadget 2 LE

Extra gadgets: 

• [iOS/iPad OS] Amsterdam and Brussels 

• [macOS] Amsterdam, Brussels, and Chiangmai 

More tracks: 

• [iOS/iPad OS] Up to 5 tracks 

• [macOS] Up to 8 tracks 

Features unlocked in KORG Module 

• Four additional sound programs: Natural Tine EP, Simple Organ, Clav CA, Strings and Sync Lead 

• Six "Gadgetized" versions of modules in KORG Gadget 

• Set List function 

• MIDI player 

• Audio Recording 

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. 

Firmware updates via dedicated app 
Keep the BM-1 up to date using the free KORG BM-1 App. 

*KORG BM-1 App is only available for iOS/iPadOS. 

SPECIFICATIONS

Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5、MIDI over Bluetooth Low Energy-Compliant 
Connection terminals: 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/iPadOS 

For information on the OS versions that the BM-1 is compatible with, please visit the KORG website. 

https://www.korg.com/support/os/

* The KORG BM-1 App, which is used to configure group connections, firmware updates, etc., is only available for iOS/iPadOS. 

Range: 20 m (unobstructed) 
Firmware Update: Via the "KORG BM-1" app (iOS/iPadOS) 
Power supply: 5 V/3.3 V compatible (via MIDI OUT) 
Power consumption: 37 mW 

External dimensions (W x D x H) 
Main adapter: 21 x 49 x 21 mm 
Sub-adapter: 18 x 24 x 18 mm 

Weight
Main adapter: 12 g 
Sub-adapter: 11 g 

Accessories:

• Safety Precautions 

• To our 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. 

*Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. 

*All product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. 

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