Best USB-MIDI interface to connect Yamaha MFC10 foot controller to MacBook Air

Hi guys,
I would like to buy a Yamaha MFC10 MIDI foot controller. It has a number of advantages over other foot controllers. For instance: you can connect up to four additional expression pedals to the foot controller, which is something I might need in the future, so it's better to invest in this product so I am prepared for the future.
The thing is, I want to connect this MIDI controller to a USB port on my MacBook Air. What is the best USB-MIDI interface to get in this situation?
I love to hear your thoughts on this.
Cheers!
Best regards,
Theo

Did you set midi communications to USB? I think by default it may be set to the MIDI port on the back. You need USB.
Press Utilities, then MIDI (F6).

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