Bluebox as a Audio Interface

[Sealion]

Or to be able to plug the op-1 in as a source.

[Sealion]

I agree class complaint USB output if only for moving files, would be a great thing. If it could port tracks right into ableton or Reaper, also good. But I would really only use it when I brought a live set home. So I can live with the micro usb card. I get tired of event organizers who document and promise performers copies of their set, and then the real world intervenes and they dont get around to it. This will allow me to document my live performances myself without getting in the way of performing and without more gear. Right now my problem is adapters for the sends. 3.5mm male to 1/4" female is not that common.

[jayneural]

I believe if the developers knew it wasn’t possible, they would tell it immediately to end the debate.

Btw really like the idea of also being able to stream in sound from USB-devices.

On the Desktop Bluebox, the ideal would be if audio (and MIDI) over USB worked both from the device and host ports.

I see it’s limited to stereo USB audio on the eurorack version though. I hope they can implement multi-track at some point.

I would definitely use it to connect a USB mic for example or even synths/MPC or another USB if it became multi-track.

I would even accept to reboot on an audio/midi interface specific mode when I need multi-track.

If this is implemented, the Bluebox becomes a definitely versatile device and an ideal compagnon to an iPad for music production on the go.

[Champ007]

Can we get some clear answers here?

There are people online making claims that audio over USB is not possible on the original Bluebox. They claim the hardware needed for that is missing.
At the same time this hole thread never acknowledged that and I never read it anywhere else on this forum that backs those claims.

Should we believe strangers online on other forums making claims (and not posting their sources btw) while this thread with massive exposure continuously keeps growing?
If it simply can't be done than to me it would make zero sense keeping this thread alive giving the impression that we some day might see this most requested feature.

I understand roadmaps won't be shared but just some clarity if that's possible would be nice. Specially now with the BB Eurorack version people would really appreciate that I think.

[iidexic]

Looks like the eurorack version has a separate USB-C port for audio output I imagine we aren't going to get this retroactively added to the standalone but hey doesn't hurt to bring it up again, right?

[Champ007]

In this day and age where you can download and read a products manual before making such an expensive purchase, I find it surprising you would buy something on assumptions that are not based on reality.

I think this sums up how deeply people want this mixer to be an audio interface. To me this was a sign 1010 overlooked the importance of the feature.

When I saw the Bluebox for the first time I myself was also expecting it to be an audio interface.

[jayneural]

I agree. I bought it though it did not tick that last box of being an USB Audio/MIDI interface.

But how cool it would be ! Small, usb audio and MIDI with plenty of inputs / outputs and USB host. The perfect companion for an iPad studio on the go.

Even if it meant booting onto a special mode that doesn’t provide mixer features at the same time, it would add much value as a second use case of the most compact and versatile audio/MIDI interface.

The T-X6 is very close to these specs but no MIDI I/O other than via USB. And it is twice the price.

[Champ007]

+100.000

Did that cheat work? Is this now become the main priority at 1010 Music's HQ?

I'll buy 2 to make up for the cheating ok!

But for real. There isn't anything like this that ticks all the boxes for me.

The 4 key features that make me love the Bluebox and the 1 missing feature that keeps me from buying it:

- It got a lot of I/O that can be freely routed.
- It has a USB hub! (most small MIDI controllers only have USB)
- It's small. Like it can literally fit in any setup no matter how small. (or pretty big for that matter)
- The built quality is well done and UI is also useable despite the limited controls.

Now the bad one, the stinker, the "how dare you!"... It's not an audio interface. Nooooooo whyyyy!?
This can't be happening! My dream audio interface was so close. This must be a conspiracy!!!

Anyway.. If it's not going to come then I really hope another similar product is in the making that can be used as an audio interface.
My wish would be keeping it the same case dimensions but only allow it to go wider so all connectivity can take place on the back.
One more feature I would love to see added as well is ADAT In & Out.

[tommydcollector]

I agree that this functionality should be considered. It's a major missed opportunity. The options for very small footprint interfaces with physical controls are scarce. The TX-6 is basically it. The next size up is something like a Zoom24, which is easily 4 or 5 times the size of the bluebox.

Being able to track directly into a DAW would dramatically upgrade my workflow. The process of physically removing an SD card to drop stems is enough of a pain where I just really don't use the bluebox as a recorder, but just as a mixer.

[Damien]

Will agree that now iOS is receiving Logic Pro for iPad … I’ve read from some feedback already that it does have some limitations and it’s slightly less to Ableton it seems. But I’m sure it will not be long before they have iOS Logic Pro updates to follow that will inevitably increase iPad demand and usage with wifi capable live venue mixers.

I an amazed of how many users of BlueBox can see its fullest potential… I wonder how many units have actually sold now ?? How many people are using BlueBox nowadays?

But BlueBox users are unnervingly told that development toward integrating a firmware upgrade to include making it a universal audio interface is not a set goal. 1010Music continually seems to begrudgingly withholding back on this development, even though through its own forum BlueBox user requests indicate that it would be the most favourable firmware upgrade EVER!

[Damien]

With Logic Pro for iPad, I wish Bluebox would work as an audio interface more than never.

More than never?!? You did mean to say ever? Yeah?

[jayneural]

So true. Most compact 12 ch audio + MIDI interface in the world at 1/4 of the price of the TX-6.

[Rafael Ikenaga de Paula]

With Logic Pro for iPad, I wish Bluebox would work as an audio interface more than never.

[Rafael Ikenaga de Paula]

Let's do this!

[pitchblender]

• Convenience refers to the smallest portable 12-track standalone recorder I'm aware of. See 1010 feature list for others
• fair enough
• I already +1'd months ago for class-compliance on other threads. No need to annoy 1010 any further, they're fully aware
• other products can be referred to when comparing the possibilites of software reprogramming of hardware regardless of what one thinks of said companies
• see third point