fergusnoble

Hi, There is a chip from FTDI called the FT232BM which is a USB to serial converter which supports many non standard baud rates, including 31250. Its is quite easy to use, i have used it on a number of other projects, but not as a MIDI interface (yet). I think they even hav a new version (the 232R?) which needs no external components, although i dont know if this one is available in a diy friendly package. I think this would be a very simple solution to the problem, although it obviously provides only one MIDI port. Cheers, Fergus.

Hi, Just found this on the net, http://www.labmaster.com/surplus/parts/html/surplus_parts.html#ANALOG%20COMPONENTS (look at the bottom of the table 'analog components') might be good for a group buy, a whole tube of both chips, unused. just thought I would share as I have just got me two '£1' soundcards off of ebay :) Cheers, Fergus