⚠️ Important Notice: Dedicated Audio MIDI Protocol & OTG Directionality

1. One-Way OTG Audio and MIDI Stream: Connect the Lightning plug to your iPhone or iPad host, and the USB Type-B plug to your musical instrument or audio interface. It does not support reverse transmission or mobile device charging.
2. Recommended Connection Sequence: Power on your electronic musical instrument and iOS device before connecting the cable. If the instrument is not immediately recognized, simply restart your iOS device and reconnect the cable.
3. In-App MIDI Device Selection: Certain music recording and learning applications require selecting the connected external MIDI device within the app audio settings to begin playing or recording.

Product Overview

This Lightning to USB Type-B MIDI OTG cable provides a direct, high-speed connection between your iPhone or iOS device and electronic musical instruments. Built with high-purity tinned copper conductors, multi-layer shielding, and a flexible TPE jacket, it ensures ultra-low latency, loss-free audio signal transmission, and zero background noise for live performance, studio recording, and music practice.

Key Features

• Plug-and-Play MIDI Connectivity: Directly connects Lightning iOS devices to USB-B musical gear without requiring adapters, driver installations, or additional hardware.
• Ultra-Low Latency Performance: High-purity tinned copper core delivers instantaneous response between instrument keystrokes and app audio triggers.
• Premium Flexible TPE Jacket: High-tensile, tear-resistant outer construction endures tight stage bending and heavy daily studio use.
• Lossless Signal & Anti-Interference: Internal aluminum foil shielding prevents signal attenuation, hum, and external electromagnetic interference.
• Multiple Length Options: Available in lengths from 100cm (3.3ft) up to 500cm (16.4ft) to accommodate various studio setups and stage layouts.

Compatible Devices

Note: The following is a partial list of verified compatible devices and applications; other standard USB-B MIDI instruments are also supported:

• Host Devices: iPhone and standard Lightning iOS devices
• Musical Instruments & Audio Equipment: Electronic Piano (E-Piano), Electronic Organ (E-Organ), Electronic Drum (E-Drum), MIDI Keyboard, Audio Interface, Audio DAC, USB Microphone
• Recommended Music Apps: GarageBand, FL Studio, Cubase, Adobe Audition, ProTools, MOTU Digital Performer

Common Daily Applications

• Live Performance & Practice: Connecting a digital piano or electronic organ to iOS apps for real-time play and practice.
• Home Studio Recording: Hooking up MIDI keyboards or drum pads to mobile DAWs like GarageBand or FL Studio for music production.
• Audio DAC & Interface Connection: Streaming pristine digital audio from an iPhone directly to dedicated USB-B DACs and audio interfaces.
• Voice & Vocal Recording: Linking compatible USB-B studio microphones for podcasting and vocal capture.

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions FAQ

Q: Can I connect my iPhone directly to a digital piano or MIDI keyboard with this cable?
Yes. It offers seamless plug-and-play OTG connection directly from your Lightning port to USB Type-B electronic pianos, keyboards, and synths without any adapter.

Q: Does this Lightning to MIDI cable support GarageBand, FL Studio, and Cubase?
Yes. It is fully compatible with popular iOS music creation and recording apps including GarageBand, FL Studio, Cubase, and Adobe Audition.

Q: Can this cable be used with electronic drums and USB audio interfaces?
Yes. It supports standard USB-B electronic drums, organs, audio DACs, and compatible USB microphones for audio and MIDI data transmission.

Q: Does this Lightning to USB B MIDI cable require extra drivers or external camera adapter kits?
No. It provides direct plug-and-play functionality without requiring external Apple camera kits, conversion dongles, or driver installations.