Discontinued. Steinberg does not provide official Windows 10 drivers for the MI4.
Despite the lack of support, some users have reported varying degrees of success using workarounds. However, results are not guaranteed.
: Ensure your MI4 firmware is at least version 1.0.6 using the update tool provided on the same page.
For a more stable connection, ensure your MI4 is running its final firmware version, 1.0.6. You can check this from within the MI4 control panel, if accessible.
If you require the exact hardware routing features of the original Steinberg software, you can attempt to force the installation of the final official driver package using Windows 10 Compatibility Mode. Step 1: Source the Final Driver Archive Steinberg Mi4 Windows 10
The MI4 requires reliable power. Using a powered USB hub can solve disconnection issues.
This usually indicates a sample rate mismatch. Ensure that the sample rate in your DAW matches the sample rate set in the Windows Sound Control Panel (usually 44.1kHz or 48kHz).
Select or Windows 7 from the dropdown menu.
Open your Digital Audio Workstation (e.g., Cubase, Reaper, Ableton Live). Discontinued
If you have already attempted to install legacy MI4 drivers, uninstall them via the Control Panel and restart your PC. Unplug the MI4.
Based on user experiences, there are two primary ways to approach this issue, ranging from the easiest to the most manual method. Method 1: The Native Windows Driver Approach (Recommended)
For full functionality, you can attempt to force the old Vista drivers to work.
: This universal driver is the standard for legacy gear on Windows 10. However, results are not guaranteed
Locate the (or the last stable 64-bit Vista/Windows 7 driver if using a 64-bit version of Windows 10). Download the driver package as a .zip or .exe file. Extract the files to a dedicated folder on your desktop. Step 2: Disable Windows 10 Driver Signature Enforcement
Plug the MI4 back in (Windows should detect it as a generic USB audio device). Install and open ASIO4ALL.
Double-click the installer to run it. Windows will likely flash a red warning screen stating that the driver publisher cannot be verified. Click . Step 4: Connect and Verify the Hardware
Go to the audio preferences menu and change your driver type from "MME" or "DirectSound" to . Select ASIO4ALL v2 as your audio device.