HIghly Liquid has introduced a kit that lets you control a Casio VL-1 “VL-Tone” via MIDI.

The new VL-1-MIDI retrofit kit is based on the UMR and includes custom firmware for the VL-1.

The kit retails for $40.95.

Features:

• Adds a standard MIDI IN port to your Casio VL-1 “VL-Tone”
• Control VL-1 keyboard with MIDI notes 55-83
• Notes triggered with MIDI are functionally identical to local keypress
• Does not interfere with “stock” functionality of keyboard
• Power and activity LEDs
• User-selected MIDI channel

Kit Contents

• Printed circuit board
• All required components
• Standard MIDI jack
• Hook-up wire
• LED panel bezels