Xbox 360 Rock Band 3 Midi PRO-Adapter
About this item
- Easily connects MIDI-compatible Drums, Keyboards and the Squier by Fender Stratocaster Guitar to console
- Versatile clip for attaching to an instrument, waistband or use on tabletop
- Velocity sensitivity adjustment for Drums
- Full-featured action buttons and D-Pad for in-game navigation with Fixed 9.8ft (3m) USB cable
- Overdrive activation button and MIDI indicator LED
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Product information
ASIN | B00409SOD2 |
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Release date | January 27, 2011 |
Customer Reviews |
4.1 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #17,931 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #42 in Xbox 360 Controllers |
Product Dimensions | 1.7 x 8.7 x 3.78 inches; 10.23 ounces |
Type of item | Video Game |
Item model number | RB3980710M02/04/1 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Item Weight | 10.2 ounces |
Manufacturer | Mad Catz |
Date First Available | September 6, 2010 |
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Product Description
The Rock Band 3 MIDI PRO-Adapter provides a link between traditional MIDI instruments and the gaming consoles. Seamless connectivity with MIDI-compatible Drums and Keyboards is now possible. With a versatile clip for use on a tabletop, or attaching to an instrument or waistband, the place-anywhere design promotes total freedom of movement. An Overdrive activation button coupled with full-featured action buttons and D-Pad for in-game navigation all deliver the perfect blend of video game and real-world rocking. Extra midi cable sold separately. The Rock Band 3 MIDI PRO-Adapter is Required for use of the the Squier by Fender Stratocaster guitar which is designed exclusively for the Rock Band 3 Pro mode, the Squier by Fender Stratocaster guitar and controller allows players to play the actual notes and chords of their favorite songs while racking up high gameplay scores.
From the Manufacturer
Rock Band 3 MIDI PRO-Adapter for Xbox 360
Rock Band 3 is the next generation of the ultimate social and interactive music gaming platform developed by the category's leading pioneers, Harmonix Music Systems. Featuring innovative game modes and instruments, Rock Band 3 will change the way fans think about and play music games.
Play Rock Band 3 Pro mode using most MIDI-compatible Keyboard and Drums and the Squier by Fender Stratocaster Guitar and Controller
The Rock Band 3 MIDI PRO-Adapter provides a link between traditional MIDI instruments and videogame consoles. Seamless connectivity with MIDI-compatible Drums, Guitars and Keyboards is now possible. With a versatile clip for use on a tabletop, or attaching to an instrument or waistband, the place-anywhere design promotes total freedom of movement. An Overdrive activation button coupled with full-featured action buttons and D-Pad for in-game navigation all deliver the perfect blend of videogame and real-world rocking.
The MIDI PRO-Adapater enables the use of real MIDI instuments for traditional Rock Band representational mode or pitch-accurate Rock Band Pro mode, which lets players experience the challenge and reward of playing along with real notes until they've mastered them on expert!
Easily connects MIDI Drums and Keyboards that follow the general MIDI spec, allowing you to play them with Rock Band 3 on the Xbox 360 console. (MIDI Cable sold separately.)
Velocity adjustment wheel for fine-tuning sensitivity helps to eliminate crosstalk by adjusting the translation of hit detection on drum pads.
3-Way switch enables the MIDI PRO-Adapter to identify drum, keyboard and guitar modes (D K G).
The MIDI PRO-Adapter features action buttons and a D-Pad for in-game and console navigation functions. The addition of a large Overdrive button makes initiating the Overdrive feature quick and easy.
MIDI signals are shown via the MIDI indicator LED. The MIDI PRO-Adapter will read all general MIDI 1.0-compliant signals for channel 1 and channel 10 as default keys and drums. The MIDI PRO-Adapter will read channels 1-6 for MIDI guitars.
The MIDI PRO-Adapter features a versatile, removable clip to be used for the following play styles:
1. Attached to an instrument 2. Clipped to a belt or waistband 3. Laid flat on the Adapter's soft, non-abrasive rubber feet for use on a tabletopAdditional Features:
- Fixed 9.8ft (3m) USB cable
- Supports Overdrive Stomp Box (Sold Separately)
MIDI device compatibility list
KEYBOARDS ELECTRONIC DRUM KITS GUITARS M-Audio Axiom 25 Roland HD-1 Squier by Fender Stratocaster Guitar and Controller CME Key 49 Yamaha DT Explorer Behringer UMX-25 Yamaha DD 65 Behringer UMA-25s Alesis DM5 Akai MPK-25 The Rock Band 3 MIDI PRO-Adapter functions with the Squier by Fender Stratocaster Guitar and Controller, and is also designed to function with most MIDI-compatible drums and keyboards. References to the above third-party MIDI controllers are for compatibility purposes only and are not endorsed by Mad Catz, MTV Networks, or Harmonix Music Systems; continued compatibility is not guaranteed with any non-Rock Band controller. See www.madcatz.com/FAQ/rockband for more information on compatibility.Package Includes:
- MIDI PRO-Adapter*
- USB breakaway cable
- Clip attachment
MIDI Cable sold separately
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Customers like the performance and ease of setup of the video game controller. For example, they mention it works great, it suits its purpose well and is simple to plug and play. Some appreciate the fun, and compatibility. That said, some complain about the stickiness and smell. Opinions are mixed on quality and durability.
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Customers like the performance of the video game controller. They say it works well for guitar and midi drum sets. It suits its purpose well and works perfectly on their Xbox 360. Some mention that the calibration isn't perfect for Guitar Hero games. However, most are happy with the performance and say it's quick and easy to set up.
"...midi keyboards, including a Wii Rock Band Keyboard, and they all work flawlessly...." Read more
"Works amazing! Glad I finally bit the bullet and got one of these for drums...." Read more
"Sticky, but it works so well I don't even care. Don't forget to grab a Midi cable if you don't have one!" Read more
"...Works great though otherwise so i will continue to use it as it was intended...." Read more
Customers like the ease of setup of the video game controller. For example, they say it's simple plug and play, and works fine right out of the box. Some mention that the controller comes with a manual that tells them what they need to do.
"...Out of the box it was pretty plug and play, the only minor adjustment i had to make (using the dtx interface) was i had to change the MIDI note..." Read more
"Its great that these work as intended and are very easy to use, but besides the stickyness, the smell that comes off the device is very foul...." Read more
"...But once i got all that setup it worked flawlessly. No lag. No hassle. No problems...." Read more
"...Really great. A little hassle to set up because I'm left-handed. But it all works!..." Read more
Customers find the game very fun, and say it's more fun to play a real kit. They also say the adapter makes Rock Band a lot more fun, making it a great party game. Customers also say it’s an all-time great game with great songs.
"...were never my thing but adds a whole other aspect to the game and is very fun...." Read more
"wow. I love Rock Band 3. all-time great game. so many great songs. it's such a great party game - like karaoke x5...." Read more
"...It has made the game much more fun and challenging. I highly recommend this to any one looking to improve their drumming skills...." Read more
"...It works well and has made Rock Band 3 much more enjoyable. Highly recommended." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the compatibility of the video game controller. They mention that it works with many MIDI keyboards, including the Stratocaster. The adapter also allows them to add a real MIDi keyboard to their 360 for playing rockband. It's a perfect interface for real keyboard and Pro guitar, and it makes it possible to play real keys and electronic drums.
"...The Midi-PRO Adapter you are able to use any Midi enabled keyboard, as well as the Stratocaster Electric guitar by Fender made for RB3...." Read more
"...and wanted to play keys and drums, this adapter makes it possible to play real keys and electronic drums...." Read more
"This adapter lets you add a real midi keyboard to our 360 for playing rockband...." Read more
"...Works flawlessly with Rockband 3. Also worked for an old casio keyboard." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the adapter. Some mention it's an excellent product and a highly recommended piece of hardware to enhance Rock Band 3 playing, while others say that it gives off a very foul odor and is a complete dud. It also causes a lot of dropped notes and sometimes drops a tom when hitting two at once.
"...in game, and if you're missing a simple Xbox 360 controller, this adapter is worthwhile, especially while the game's still alive and knocked down in..." Read more
"...The top rubber face was super sticky and gave off a very foul, lingering odor...." Read more
"...Highly recommended piece of hardware to enhance you Rock Band 3 playing." Read more
"...but besides the stickyness, the smell that comes off the device is very foul. You really need to clean it up before putting it in use." Read more
Customers are mixed about the durability of the video game controller. Some mention it's well built, attractive, and works great, while others say the type of plastic breaks down over time, making the surface sticky.
"...the case is made from an old "soft touch" plastic that has broke down over the years, making the surface sticky...." Read more
"Fast shipping and good condition but sadly to put this work with my real keyboard have to buy couples of cables and use the computer in between so..." Read more
"For those freaking out about the stickiness: This type of plastic breaks down over time whether in or out of a package...." Read more
"...The product does smell really weird and strong at first, and also was strangely sticky as well...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the stickiness of the video game controller. They mention that it has a sticky residue on the top, and gives off a foul odor. Some say that the entire unit was covered in a mystery sticky substance. Some customers also mention that the product is gross to touch and leaves a residue on their fingers.
"Yup. It's gross to touch it. To be clear, the issue only seems to affect the "top" of the main body of the adapter. The back is fine...." Read more
"...old "soft touch" plastic that has broke down over the years, making the surface sticky...." Read more
"Sticky, but it works so well I don't even care. Don't forget to grab a Midi cable if you don't have one!" Read more
"...The top rubber face was super sticky and gave off a very foul, lingering odor...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the smell of the video game controller. They mention that it smells weird and strong at first, and has a sticky case.
"...alcohol and cotton balls didn't more-or-less solve but it still smells a bit foul and now the top face looks really dried out...." Read more
"...in the product or packaging leeched out because it smelled like burning electrical wires...." Read more
"...Everything is as described in 'Conditions' section. Plastic shell was sticky and stinky but I was able to remove it." Read more
"...The product does smell really weird and strong at first, and also was strangely sticky as well...." Read more
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As for those controls on the adapter, they're needed to navigate within the Xbox menu and throughout the Rock Band menus. In addition, the Xbox treats the adapter as a wired Xbox controller without triggers, bumpers, or analog sticks. I was able to get away playing a few Xbox Live Arcade titles which did not require those features (and not many do), so it's pretty versatile despite its primary goal being to emulate MIDI devices.
If you have some sort of MIDI keyboard that is not officially for the Xbox 360 version of Rock Band 3 and want to play with it in game, and if you're missing a simple Xbox 360 controller, this adapter is worthwhile, especially while the game's still alive and knocked down in price.
Let it dry and then put it all back together.
Doesn't feel sticky, doesn't smell, and most importantly: let's me rock out with a real keyboard!
Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2021
Oddly, however, eventhough it arrived in a sealed package it was... oozy? The top rubber face was super sticky and gave off a very foul, lingering odor. Nothing 10 minutes of rubbing alcohol and cotton balls didn't more-or-less solve but it still smells a bit foul and now the top face looks really dried out. Works great though otherwise so i will continue to use it as it was intended. I wonder if this occured due to the age of the product and how it was stored? Who knows.
Nothing I have is on the official list but reading of others success figured to give it a try. After some initial stupidity trying to get the controller to work, hooked it up to a Yamaha EZ-150 and works perfectly. Of course I suck at it as keyboards were never my thing but adds a whole other aspect to the game and is very fun.
Also have an Awowo LD-110 electronic drum that I purchased awhile back for cheap. Having a midi in/out I thought what the heck, hook it up and see what happens. At first nothing but once I turned up the velocity adjustment wheel adjusting the sensitivity it works! YAY!! Played around with it for about an hour and am very pleased with my results using these cheap drums.
Highly recommended piece of hardware to enhance you Rock Band 3 playing.
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I would definately recommend this.
Le mapping est déjà préconfiguré donc bye bye les galères!