MidiXLate — Custom Hardware MIDI Router

Q: What is a MIDI router?

A MIDI router is a hardware device that directs MIDI data from one or more input devices to one or more output devices. Unlike a simple MIDI thru box or hub that sends all data everywhere, a true MIDI router like MidiXLate inspects each MIDI packet and routes it only to the intended destination — giving you precise control over which devices receive which MIDI messages.

Q: How is MidiXLate different from a MIDI hub or MIDI thru box?

A MIDI hub or thru box simply duplicates all incoming MIDI data and sends it to every connected device. MidiXLate is a true router — it inspects every MIDI packet and routes it exactly where you define, with filtering, translation, and channel locking. You control which input ports send to which output ports, and which types of MIDI messages are allowed through.

Q: Can MidiXLate filter specific MIDI messages?

Yes. MidiXLate can filter by MIDI message type (Note, Program Change, Control Change, SysEx) on a per-port basis. For example, you can allow notes to pass from a keyboard to a synth while blocking program change messages, or limit a pedal board to only sending CC messages to specific devices.

Q: How do I configure MidiXLate?

MidiXLate includes a free Windows PC configuration app. Connect via USB-C Port 2 and use the visual rule builder to define your routing, filtering, translation, and channel locking rules. Once configured, download the rules to the router — it then operates standalone without a PC connection.

Q: Can I try MidiXLate before buying?

Yes. Sierra Digital Audio offers a rental program at $150/month (customer pays shipping both ways). The full rental cost applies toward the $850 purchase price if you decide to buy.

Q: What is the latency of MidiXLate?

MidiXLate uses an 84 MHz ARM Cortex-M3 processor that handles each MIDI message in microseconds, resulting in less than 1ms of latency — far below any perceptible threshold for live performance.

Custom Hardware

🔀 MidiXLate Router

Highly configurable MIDI hardware router for complex studio and live-performance networks.

True MIDI routing, not just a hub

Unlike a MIDI hub that broadcasts everything to everyone, MidiXLate inspects every MIDI data packet and routes it exactly where it needs to go. Define routing, filtering, translation, and channel rules from your PC, then download them to the router. A blazingly fast 84 MHz ARM Cortex-M3 CPU processes each MIDI message in microseconds — far below any perceptible latency.

Custom built hardware router with 7 MIDI In × 7 MIDI Out ports
PC configuration app with visual rule builder
Intuitive port routing as simple as a click of the mouse
Filter MIDI commands (note, PC, CC, SysEx) by input & output port
Translate MIDI commands from one format to another
Channel locking feature for more granular MIDI control
Extensive MIDI monitoring and debugging features built into router
Extremely fast Atmel SAM3X8E ARM Cortex-M3, 84 MHz processor
Test drive by renting before purchase — rent applied to purchase

✉ Inquire about rental / purchase 🔽 MidiXLate Version 1.5 installer (.exe) ▶ Hardware Tutorial (6 min) ▶ Software Tutorial (8 min)

            SHA-256: 5F546B9CA6DF67B4DD55EED60D76917C5466840F69C1D73CE07BABBB32F7B15E
            
              What is a SHA-256 hash?
              A digital fingerprint for the installer. Compare with PowerShell:

              Get-FileHash setupMidiXlate-V1.5.exe -Algorithm SHA256

MidiXLate Router — Front & Rear View

MidiXLate hardware MIDI router front and rear panel showing 7 MIDI DIN input and output ports

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MidiXLate Connection Example

Pricing & Specifications

Hand-built to order in Truckee, CA. Limited availability — contact us to discuss your requirements.

Purchase price

$850

Hand-built in Truckee, CA · includes email support

Rent before you buy: $150/month (customer pays shipping both ways). Rental cost applies toward purchase price.

Inquire about your custom built router

Specifications

Processor	Atmel SAM3X8E ARM Cortex-M3
Clock speed	84 MHz (1000+ MIDI cmds / sec)
MIDI ports	6 MIDI DIN in/out, 1 USB-C in/out
Latency	<1 ms (microsecond processing)
Configuration	via USB-C Port 2 from PC app
Logging	via USB-C Port 2 to PC TTY
Filtering	Note / CC / PC / SysEx per port
Translation	Note ↔ CC and more
Availability	Limited — custom builds

Photos & Configuration Screens

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Router hardware photos and PC configuration app screens

TFT - device name view

MidiXLate MIDI router — TFT display showing MIDI routing configuration

TFT - routing view

MidiXLate MIDI router — TFT display showing port filter settings

TFT - port filter view

MidiXLate MIDI router — TFT display showing channel lock configuration

TFT - channel lock view

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about MidiXLate and MIDI routing.

What is a MIDI router?

A MIDI router is a hardware device that directs MIDI data from one or more input devices to one or more output devices. Unlike a simple MIDI thru box or hub that sends all data everywhere, a true MIDI router like MidiXLate inspects each MIDI packet and routes it only to the intended destination — giving you precise control over which devices receive which MIDI messages.

How is MidiXLate different from a MIDI hub or thru box?

A MIDI hub or thru box simply duplicates all incoming MIDI data and sends it to every connected device. MidiXLate is a true router — it inspects every MIDI packet and routes it exactly where you define, with filtering, translation, and channel locking. You control which input ports send to which output ports, and which types of MIDI messages are allowed through.

Can MidiXLate filter specific MIDI messages?

Yes. MidiXLate can filter by MIDI message type (Note, Program Change, Control Change, SysEx) on a per-port basis. For example, you can allow notes to pass from a keyboard to a synth while blocking program change messages, or limit a pedal board to only sending CC messages to specific devices.

How do I configure MidiXLate?

MidiXLate includes a free Windows PC configuration app. Connect via USB-C Port 2 and use the visual rule builder to define your routing, filtering, translation, and channel locking rules. Once configured, download the rules to the router — it then operates standalone without a PC connection.

Can I try MidiXLate before buying?

Yes. Sierra Digital Audio offers a rental program at $150/month (customer pays shipping both ways). The full rental cost applies toward the $850 purchase price if you decide to buy.

What is the latency of MidiXLate?

MidiXLate uses an 84 MHz ARM Cortex-M3 processor that handles each MIDI message in microseconds, resulting in less than 1ms of latency — far below any perceptible threshold for live performance.

Does MidiXLate work with all MIDI devices?

Yes. MidiXLate uses standard 5-pin DIN MIDI connections and is compatible with any device that sends or receives standard MIDI. It also has a USB-C port for connection to a PC running the configuration app or for use as a USB MIDI interface.

Is this a limited product?

Yes — each MidiXLate router is hand-built to order by Larry Scott at Sierra Digital Audio in Truckee, CA. Availability is limited. Contact us to discuss your requirements and lead time.

Free Windows software to complement your MIDI hardware setup.

MidiXLate — True MIDI Routing
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🔀 MidiXLate Router

True MIDI routing, not just a hub

Pricing & Specifications

Photos & Configuration Screens

Frequently Asked Questions

Interested in MidiXLate?

🔀 MidiXLate Router

True MIDI routing, not just a hub

Pricing & Specifications

Photos & Configuration Screens

Frequently Asked Questions

Interested in MidiXLate?

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