Retronyms -Wej - Bluetooth LE <> USB Host MIDI hardware box

[Elantric]

Retronyms -Wej - Bluetooth LE <> USB Host MIDI hardware box
(like a cross between a  KMI Quneo "Rogue" developed the Harvey Starr)
https://www.keithmcmillen.com/products/accessories/#rogue


and a Zivix PUC+

http://practicalusage.com/zivix-puc-plus-for-bluetooth-midi-wireless-review/

http://preorder.retronyms.com/


Midi over Bluetooth
MIDI over Bluetooth

Untether your iPad. Connect your controllers to Wej, and it will transmit their MIDI messages wirelessly to your iPad.

Plenty of Power
Plenty of Power

Wej is powered. Use it to charge any USB device, including iPad, or run power-hungry MIDI controllers.

Latency? Not an issue
Latency? Not an issue

Because Apple has built MIDI over Bluetooth LE into the OS, Wej provides a low-latency wireless bridge for music controllers.

Rock solid surface
Rock solid surface

Wej is made of grippy silicone with an angle optimized for musical performance.

Hack away
Hack away

Wej is Arduino-based. Download our open-source sketch and hack away at it.

Learn more about hacking Wej

Party out back
Party out back

Use Wej to add ambiance to your studio or serve as an ultra-portable light show with its bank of ultra-bright LEDs.
http://preorder.retronyms.com/details.html


Frequently asked questions

Do you ship to my country?

Yes!

When will I receive my Wej?

We have begun production and will be shipping Wej Q2 2015.

What iOS devices are Wej compatible with?

The Bluetooth MIDI protocol uses Bluetooth LE (also known as Bluetooth Smart). The following devices are compatible: iPad 3, 4, Mini and Air. iPhone 4S and up.

What version of iOS is required to use Wej?

The Bluetooth MIDI protocol requires iOS 8.

Can I send wireless MIDI to my laptop computer with Wej?

Currently, no — however it's likely that Apple will implement their Bluetooth MIDI protocol in OSX making this possible. In addition The MMA Bluetooth working group is making a public standard for bluetooth MIDI... and presumably Windows would support that. We'll have more info about this as it develops.

How does Wej power USB controllers, charge an iPad, etc.

Wej plugs into a wall socket with a standard AC adapter.

For any other questions feel free to email support@retronyms.com



Tech Specs

Body
Material: Soft, 30 durometer, silicone body in Tabletop Grey.
Width: 200mm.
Depth: 134.4mm.
Height: 25mm - 35mm.

Microcontroller
Arduino-compatible Application Processor.

LEDs
48 full-color RGB LEDs, individually addressable from Arduino.
Animations triggerable from Tabletop-ready iOS app via MIDI or inter-app audio.

Communication
2 powered USB host ports — Two way MIDI.
Bluetooth LE configured with a service that provides Apple's MIDI over Bluetooth protocol.

[Elantric]

Retronyms is shipping WEJ




http://futuremusic.com/2016/11/29/retronyms-wej-review/