_____ is a communications protocol that allows computers and devices, such as musical synthesizers and sound cards, to control each other
Protocol Overview MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is an industry-standard protocol that enables electronic musical instruments, computers, and other equipment to communicate, control, and synchronize with each other. MIDI allows computers, synthesizers, MIDI controllers, sound cards, samplers and drum machines to control one another, and to exchange system data.1 MIDI messages are sent serially, and are organized into 10-bit words.