Is it possible to connect 2 keyboards directly via USB?

Discussion in 'General Keyboard Discussion' started by ildoctore, Feb 1, 2010.

  1. ildoctore New Member

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    I don't think so, but just wanted to make sure. For example, using a Casio PX-130 (having only a USB to Host (USB MIDI) connector) to play sounds from a Roland Juno G (having a a USB to Host (USB MIDI) connector and MIDI in/out).

    Do I need separate MIDI in/out connectors on each keyboard?

    Thanks!
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  2. evergreenthompson New Member

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    No, you cannot connect two keyboards directly together via USB.

    (Well, actually you could if one of them is an Open Labs model running Windows, because what you have there is a full-blown computer, but I'm guessing you don't have one of these.)

    IOW, if using USB with your keyboard you need a computer at the other end of the cable.

    If you want to connect the keyboards together directly, you'll have to use the standard MIDI in/out ports.
  3. ildoctore New Member

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    Thanks a lot!
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