Hosa MID515 Pro MIDI Cable - 15 Feet
Bottom line: The Hosa MID515 Pro MIDI Cable: 5-pin discrete wiring works with all MIDI standards, including SysEx.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ 5-pin discrete wiring works with all MIDI standards, including SysEx
- ✓ 15-foot run reaches a rack or second desk without a coupler
- ✓ Standard 5-pin DIN ends fit vintage synths, drum machines, and interfaces
Cons
- ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated
Manufacturer description
Designed to interconnect MIDI devices, the Hosa MID510 Pro MIDI 5-pin DIN to Same 10 Foot Cable is wired 5-pin discrete and compatible with all MIDI standards, including SysEx.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Hosa MID515 Pro MIDI Cable using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the audio & midi category. Hosa's audio & midi lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for audio & midi of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- MIDI 5-pin-MIDI 5-pin
- MIDI Cable
- 15' Long
Full Specifications
| Brand | Hosa |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Model | MID515 |
| Frequency | 31250 hertz |
| Cable Type | Component |
| Item Shape | Round |
| Model Name | Pro MIDI Cable |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Item Length | 15 feet |
| Part Number | MID515 |
| Connector Type | Din |
| Number of Pins | 5 |
| Maximum Voltage | 15 volts_of_direct_current |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Special Feature | Low Voltage |
| Connector Gender | Male-to-Male |
| Compatible Devices | Musical Instrument |
| Included Components | Hosa MID-515 Serviceable 5-Pin DIN to Serviceable 5-Pin DIN Pro MIDI Cable, 15 Feet |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor, Outdoor |
| Warranty Description | Limited lifetime. |
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