MIDI Controller Utilizing Replaceable Controls

摘要

An electronic microcontroller-based device outputting electronic signals in one or more electronic communication protocols such as serial MIDI and MIDI-over-USB that features inputs for the connection of user selectable control devices which can control all aspects of the outputted electronic signals is disclosed. External inputs may be switches, analog or digital controls, or a combination, outputting one or more electronic values, digital control messages or both. The apparatus may be used to control: musical sounds in the manner of a limited or fully chromatic musical instrument, musical software, or any electronic device or software that permits control by externally based electronic signals, messages or both.

主权项

1. An electronic apparatus comprising: electronic components that accepts a plurality of remotely locatable switches that connect physically or wirelessly to the device; the combination of which produces an electronic signal output initiated by the user.