RapcoHorizon MIDI5-6 6' MIDI 5-Pin Active Cable

Professional Active MIDI Cable for Accurate Digital Performance
The RapcoHorizon MIDI5-6 is a 6-foot active 5-pin MIDI cable designed to ensure accurate, noise-free communication between your MIDI devices. Ideal for musicians, producers, and audio professionals, this cable delivers precise data transfer for notes, timing, and control messages without interference or delay. Built with high-quality components and professional shielding, the MIDI5-6 provides consistent reliability for use in studios, on stage, or in live production environments where precision matters most.

Engineered for Reliable Data Transmission
Equipped with four 24-gauge conductors, this cable offers excellent conductivity and stable signal transmission. Its active circuitry boosts signal strength, maintaining data integrity even in setups with multiple interconnected devices. Whether you’re linking keyboards, drum machines, or lighting controllers, the MIDI5-6 ensures your digital communication remains seamless and dependable throughout every session or performance.

Advanced Shielding for Noise-Free Connectivity
The MIDI5-6 features a 95% coverage bare annealed copper serve shield that effectively blocks electromagnetic and radio frequency interference. This premium shielding design prevents unwanted noise from corrupting your data signal, keeping your MIDI communication accurate and consistent. It’s particularly beneficial in complex setups where MIDI cables run alongside power lines or audio equipment, helping maintain a clean, distortion-free connection.

Durable and Flexible Construction for Daily Use
With a matte PVC jacket and a 0.230-inch outer diameter, this cable combines flexibility with rugged durability. The outer jacket resists wear and tangling while remaining easy to handle during setup and teardown. Designed for long-term reliability, the MIDI5-6 withstands the demands of live touring, repeated studio use, and mobile production without compromising performance or build quality.

Optimized Electrical Characteristics for Superior Performance
Precision engineering ensures the MIDI5-6 delivers smooth and stable signal flow. It features a capacitance of 46 pF/ft. at 1 kHz, conductor-to-shield capacitance of 57 pF/ft. at 1 kHz, and a nominal impedance of 44 ohms—values that maintain ideal electrical performance for accurate MIDI data transfer. With a low DC resistance of 23 ohms per 1000 feet, this cable guarantees minimal loss and dependable communication between devices.

Perfect for Studio, Stage, and Production Environments
At 6 feet, the MIDI5-6 offers an ideal length for most professional setups, providing flexibility without excess slack. It’s perfect for connecting instruments, control surfaces, or interfaces within compact workstations or stage rigs. Whether you’re programming synths, syncing sequencers, or controlling stage lighting, this cable ensures your signals arrive cleanly and on time.

Built with RapcoHorizon’s Trusted Craftsmanship
As part of RapcoHorizon’s professional line of cables, the MIDI5-6 upholds the company’s reputation for durability and dependable performance. Designed and manufactured with attention to detail, it provides a level of quality that professionals expect in critical audio and data applications. For those who need accuracy, reliability, and longevity, this cable is a dependable solution.