Yamaha Usb-midi Interface Ux-16
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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-04-20. Price and availability subject to change.
Bottom line: The Yamaha Usb-midi Interface Ux-16 is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the audio & midi category, priced around $49.90. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
UX16 USB-MIDI Interface for Laptops or Desktop Computers Using the keyboard's MIDI output, connect the cable to the USB port on your computer. Reach your full potential using a vast selection of computer programs, software, and MIDI devices to create your own desktop studio. - 16 channel simultaneous playback - Supports your music production system with one MIDI OUT port (16 channels) and one MIDI IN port (16 channels). - Easy Hot Swap Connection (connect and disconnect the USB cable while the power to the computer is on. The UX16 operates on USB bus power and does not require a power…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Yamaha Usb-midi Interface Ux-16 using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the audio & midi category. Compare with similarly-priced alternatives in the audio & midi category before committing. 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 Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified
Full Specifications
| Brand | Yamaha |
|---|---|
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Audio Input | USB |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Model Number | UX-16 |
| Compatible Devices | Laptop |
| Number of Channels | 16 |
| Supported Software | Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro, and other industry-standard DAWs |
| Maximum Sample Rate | 192 KHz |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Manufacturer Part Number | UX-16 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04960693183496 |
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Yamaha Usb-midi Interface Ux-16 is sold on the used and vintage market, where eBay carries the live inventory — Amazon does not stock this part. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-04-20. Price and availability subject to change.
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