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mio XL MIDI Interface vs mioXM MIDI Interface

The mio XL MIDI Interface costs about $320 more than the mioXM MIDI Interface and buys you 4 more I/O, plus TRS 1/8".

mio XL MIDI Interface and mioXM MIDI Interface compared on rack space, weight, power, depth, I/O and price
Specmio XL MIDI InterfacemioXM MIDI Interface
Rack space1U1U half-rack
Weight2.2 lbs0.7 lbs
Power draw5W2W
Depth165 mm108 mm
I/O count1612
Price~$499~$179

Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.

Connectors only one of them has

mio XL MIDI Interface

  • TRS 1/8"

mioXM MIDI Interface

  • MIDI 5-pin DIN

Settle it in your own rack

Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.

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