Compatible USB cable for KK A25?

enigmachrysalis
enigmachrysalis Member Posts: 5 Newcomer
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So I know I need a USB cable with a type B connector for the A25, but I'm presuming that the other connector is type A from the pictures I've seen of NI controllers on eBay and Reverb.

I saw this as well: https://support.native-instruments.com/hc/en-us/articles/210293725-Choosing-the-Correct-USB-Cable-for-Your-NI-Hardware-Device

I've found some cables with 24AWG, but that's the most I can find.

My questions 1) 'is there a brand of cable that meets those specs that y'all can recommend?' and 2a) 'will it make any difference if the other end of the connector were USB-C' or 2b) if the cable is USB 3.0 is there any appreciable improvement in data transfer speeds?

Those last 2 questions are b/c I have seen both these types of cables at different prices, but I can't confirm they match the recommended specs or if I'd be spending more $ for no benefit.

This is my first MIDI device so I appreciate any info in this matter, thank you!

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  • LostInFoundation
    LostInFoundation Member Posts: 5,501 Expert

    2a I have a DigitalLife USB B to USB C cable which works perfectly. I’m sure almost every other brand will work too… it’s easier to find working ones than being so unlucky to find one that has issues. I have a ton of USB B cables lying around and never found one that doesn’t work. True that they are almost all from musical devices… Of you already have some USB B cable, test them. I’m sure they will work.

    2b If you need to use an USB C port on the other side to connect the keyboard, you can use an USB B to USB C cable without any problems. I would even say that it is better than then having to use an USB A to USB C adapter.

    2b USB 3 will not make any difference in the case of MIDI

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