Using BTLE MIDI with non-iOS devices?

This might be more of a hardware compatibility question than a software one, but has anyone tried connecting a Sensel with non-iOS Bluetooth MIDI hardware like the Quicco Sound Bluetooth to CV module?

Both the Sensel and the Quicco expect the other device (with a screen) to establish the connection, so I don’t see an obvious way to set that up. Could you use an iOS device to bridge the two together?

@Dewb Thanks for reaching out. We’re not sure if there is a way around both devices needing the other to initiate the Bluetooth connection. However, there might be apps on the iPad that are worth trying, such as https://www.midiflow.com/.

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The Quicco is only able to slave to a MIDI host. The CME WIDI Master can act as both host and slave, but needs a powered MIDI DIN-6 port. The forthcoming WIDI Jack will connect to modular equipment as it supports both 5v and 3.3v MIDI, and can be powered via USB-C. It’s available on pre-order at a discount right now. If that doesn’t work for you, the WIDI Host CME is working on should do the trick, but it’s coming after the WIDI Jack. CME has a reputation for producing good MIDI interfaces; I recommend them.

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This is great to know! Thanks @StuZog!