# Connective Musical Interfaces This MIDI Interface Bridges Computing Devices & Musical Instruments By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2017-06-30 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midi-interface References: [newatlas](http://newatlas.com/ik-multimedia-irig-pro-io/50276/) & [go.redirectingat](http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=3971X1552461&site=newatlas.com&xs=1&isjs=1&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ikmultimedia.com%2Fproducts%2Firigproio%2F&xguid=4698860250f5de264c7bb7fddf68261f&xuuid=7ae9691f43fb7d1f87d7ad77e9bb2886&xsessid=2cc92b52ec58e5fd1f56c4da5aec290b&xcreo=0&xed=0&sref=http%3A%2F%2Fnewatlas.com%2Fik-multimedia-irig-pro-io%2F50276%2F&pref=http%3A%2F%2Fnewatlas.com%2F&xtz=240) Old-school MIDI interfaces no longer satisfy the growing needs and musical curiosity of modern musical tinkerers, which is precisely why [IK Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/synth-pro-x) has gone ahead and introduced a brand new version of its well-regarded iRig Pro gadget. The new and improved iRig Pro I/O Midi interface is fully capable of acting as a liaison between your gadget of choice for operating [music software](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/online-music-collaboration), whether it's a smartphone, tablet or laptop, and your musical instruments. Instruments such as electric guitars, bass guitars, keyboards, microphones and effects hardware can be used in conjunction with this interface. The device offers plenty of opportunities for [audio control](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accessible-professional-audio-equipment) in the form of digital-to-analog conversion, high-quality pre-amps, input gain control and a headphone jack for precise assessment. At a price of $149.99, the iRig Pro I/O Midi itnerface is an excellent option for musicians of all stripes who are looking to better take advantage of digital tools in their music production projects. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Connective Musical Interfaces:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced MIDI interfaces that connect computing devices and musical instruments for enhanced music production. - **Mobile Music Production:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create mobile music software and hardware solutions that enable musicians to produce high-quality music using smartphones and tablets. - **Digital Audio Control:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design digital-to-analog conversion devices with high-quality pre-amps and advanced input gain control for precise audio assessment in music production. ### Where This Applies - **Music Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative solutions for the music industry that bridge the gap between traditional instruments and digital tools for enhanced creativity and convenience. - **Mobile Device Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create accessories for smartphones and tablets that cater to musicians, providing them with professional-grade audio interfaces for music production on the go. - **Audio Equipment Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Manufacture advanced audio devices with integrated digital audio control features, catering to musicians and music producers seeking precise audio assessment capabilities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Two-in-One Creator Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irig-stream-mic-pro.md) - [Headstock-Topped MIDI Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midi-guitars.md) - [MIDI Control Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midimacro.md) - [Tone-Shaping Guitar Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guitar-interface.md) - [Portable Music Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-midi-controller.md) - [Portable Digital Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/synth-pro-x.md) - [Affordable Audio Engineer Mixers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roland-gomixer-studio.md) - [High-End Audio Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highend-audio-interface.md) - [Digital Audio-Routing Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shure.md)