MIDI Cables

MIDI cables are 5-pin DIN leads that carry note, timing and control data, not audio, between keyboards, synthesizers, drum machines and other MIDI instruments.

Quality MIDI cables with 5-pin DIN connectors for keyboards, synths and drum machines, including dual channel models for send and return setups and Warwick swivel-connector cables that rotate 180 degrees for tight pedalboard rigs.

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Quality MIDI cables with 5-pin DIN connectors for keyboards, synths and drum machines, including dual channel models for send and return setups and Warwick swivel-connector cables that rotate 180 degrees for tight pedalboard rigs.

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About MIDI Cables

MIDI cables transfer MIDI data between electronic instruments and music equipment, typically keyboards, synthesizers and drum machines. A standard MIDI cable has a 5-pin 180 degree DIN connector at each end and works with any MIDI in, out or thru socket. MIDI carries performance data such as notes, timing and control changes rather than audio, so one cable type covers every MIDI connection.

The range includes dual channel MIDI cables, ideal for running send and return lines to a synth in one tidy cable, plus Warwick cables with swivel connectors that rotate 180 degrees to suit tight spaces on pedalboards and compact desks. Pair your cables with a MIDI controller or keyboard, convert between connector types with audio adapters, or browse the full audio cables range for the rest of your rig.

MIDI Cable FAQs

What is a MIDI cable used for?

MIDI cables carry MIDI, a digital protocol that sends notes, timing and control messages between keyboards, synthesizers, drum machines and other gear. They do not carry audio; the sound comes from the receiving instrument or software.

Are all MIDI cables the same?

All standard MIDI cables use the same 5-pin DIN wiring, so any MIDI cable works with any MIDI in, out or thru socket. The practical differences are length, connector quality and features such as dual channel runs or swivel connectors.

Do I need a MIDI to USB cable to connect my keyboard to a computer?

Yes, if your keyboard only has 5-pin MIDI ports: computers have no 5-pin MIDI socket, so a MIDI to USB interface cable handles the conversion. Many modern keyboards also send USB MIDI over a standard USB cable. Traditional 5-pin MIDI cables remain the way to link hardware instruments to each other.