Vintage CMS-401 8-Bit ISA MIDI Interface Card Roland MPU-401 Clone w/ Cable For Sale

Vintage CMS-401 8-Bit ISA MIDI Interface Card Roland MPU-401 Clone w/ Cable
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Vintage CMS-401 8-Bit ISA MIDI Interface Card Roland MPU-401 Clone w/ Cable:
$200.00

Up for sale is a rare vintage Computer Music Supply (CMS) CMS-401 8-Bit ISA MIDI Interface Card complete with its original DB25 breakout cable.  The CMS-401 is a highly sought-after 100% hardware-compatible clone of the industry-standard Roland MPU-401 intelligent mode MIDI controller. Built on high-quality componentry (including genuine Roland microchips), this card provides full hardware support for \"Intelligent Mode\" MIDI, making it essential for authentic MS-DOS retro gaming setups utilizing external sound modules like the Roland MT-32, Sound Canvas, or CM-32L.  Key Features & Specifications
Manufacturer: Computer Music Supply (CMS)
Model: CMS-401 
FCC ID: ⁠HJ24TMCMS-401⁠ 
Bus Type: 8-Bit ISA (Compatible with IBM PC, XT, AT, 286, 386, 486, and Pentium systems) 
Compatibility: True Roland MPU-401 \"Intelligent Mode\" Hardware Clone 
Included Accessories: Original DB25 multi-head MIDI breakout cable 
Item Condition & Terms of Sale

Visual Condition: Excellent vintage physical condition. The PCB, solder joints, gold edge connector, and backplate are clean with no burns or obvious physical damage. The attached breakout cable wiring is clean and intact. 

Functional Condition: Untested & Sold AS-IS. Due to the lack of a vintage test bench or legacy ISA motherboard system, this card and cable have not been tested for full operational functionality. 

Warranty / Returns: Offered As-Is for parts, repair, or vintage collection with no returns accepted. Please inspect all high-resolution photos carefully prior to purchasing.Ask for additional pictures, if needed
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