Network MIDI
Neurode MIDI can enable the system CoreMIDI network session, allowing RTP-MIDI endpoints on the local network to appear alongside wired, Bluetooth, and virtual MIDI endpoints.
Enable the session
- Open Settings.
- In Connectivity, enable Network Session.
- Choose a Network Policy.
| Policy | Behaviour |
|---|---|
| Anyone | Accept connections allowed by the system network session from any host on the network |
| Contacts Only | Accept only hosts in the CoreMIDI contact list |
| No One | Reject network connections |
Changing either setting asks CoreMIDI to update the network session, then Neurode MIDI refreshes its endpoints.
Connect another device
The other device initiates or manages the RTP-MIDI connection using its operating system or MIDI software. On macOS, use Audio MIDI Setup → Window → Show MIDI Studio, then open Network.
Once the connection is active:
- Return to Neurode MIDI.
- Open Routing.
- Find the newly discovered network source or destination.
- Create and test a route as you would for any other endpoint.
The endpoint name is supplied by CoreMIDI or the remote host, so it is not guaranteed to be named “Neurode MIDI.” Neurode MIDI exposes enablement and the connection policy; it does not provide an in-app contact editor or remote-host connection browser.
Troubleshooting
The endpoint does not appear
- Confirm both devices are on the same reachable local network.
- Verify that the remote RTP-MIDI session is active.
- Temporarily choose Anyone on a trusted network to isolate contact-list problems.
- Disable VPNs or guest-network isolation that blocks local discovery.
- Refresh MIDI devices after the remote connection is established.
The connection drops or timing varies
- Prefer wired Ethernet for the most predictable connection.
- On Wi-Fi, keep both devices near the same access point and reduce congestion.
- Avoid switching networks while a route is active.
- Check the Clock screen if MIDI Clock quality matters to the performance.
Network delay and jitter depend on the devices and network. Neurode MIDI does not guarantee a fixed latency or connection count.
Privacy and security
RTP-MIDI traffic is not application-level encrypted by Neurode MIDI. Use a trusted local network and choose the narrowest policy that fits the session. Do not expose a network MIDI session directly to the public internet.