MIDI Solutions 8 Output Relay Device

MIDI Solutions 8 Output Relay Device

Original price was: $899.00.Current price is: $759.00.

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MIDI Solutions R8 8-Output MIDI-Controlled Relay Array

The MIDI Solutions R8 8-Output MIDI-Controlled Relay Array is a high-performance, professional-grade utility unit designed to automate hardware and lighting switching directly via MIDI control commands. Equipped with eight independent, ultra-fast reed relays, the R8 acts as a programmable bridge between your digital performance workstation and vintage or non-MIDI gear, guitar amplifiers, lighting rigs, or custom control setups. Housed in a rugged, road-ready chassis, it offers reliable, lightning-fast execution without adding latency to your live or studio signal chain.

Angkor Music Technical Evaluation: Ultra-Low Latency & Inductive Precautions

The R8 stands out due to its integrated fast reed relays, which deliver an exceptional response time of less than 2ms. This high-speed performance makes it ideal for instantaneous, time-aligned amp channel switching or effects loop toggling mid-song. The physical relay contacts are rated at 500mA and are accessed through standard, reliable 1/4-inch mono phone jacks (Tip/Sleeve connections). When designing your hardware rig, please note that if you are switching inductive loads (such as heavy-duty mechanical relays or old solenoid switches), appropriate precautions—such as installing external flyback diodes—should be implemented to safeguard against back EMF voltage spikes.

E-E-A-T: Canadian Engineering & Power-Free Integration

At Angkor Music, we stock high-utility studio solutions built to simplify complex stage configurations. The MIDI Solutions R8 features an innovative MIDI-powered design, drawing its operational current directly from the MIDI source cable. This eliminates the need for external power supplies, wall warts, or batteries. The unit features an active MIDI indicator LED that remains lit when power is stable and flashes in real time as data passes through, providing instant troubleshooting feedback during soundcheck.

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Technical Specifications

  • Brand: MIDI Solutions
  • Model: R8 Relay Array
  • Relay Count: 8 Independent Outputs
  • Relay Type: High-Speed Reed Relays
  • Response Time: < 2 ms
  • Contact Rating: 500 mA
  • Output Connectors: 1/4" Mono (TS) Phone Jacks (Tip/Sleeve)
  • Programming Method: MIDI System Exclusive (SysEx) Messages
  • Power Source: MIDI Bus Powered (Requires no batteries or power adapter)
  • Status Indicator: Dual-Function Power/Data LED
  • Condition: Brand New

Key Product Features

  • Instantaneous Execution: Sub-2ms reed relay execution guarantees perfectly timed hardware changes during intense live tracking or sequencing.
  • Non-Volatile Memory Profile: Configured settings are stored directly on internal memory, keeping your setup safe even during unexpected power cutoffs.
  • Dedicated Software Tools: Simple programming using the complimentary MIDI Solutions Programming Tools application for effortless SysEx mapping.
  • Infinite Reprogramming: Adapt your hardware assignments dynamically; the R8 can be updated with fresh command templates as often as your configuration changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I program the switching rules on the MIDI Solutions R8?
The R8 is configured by transmitting standard MIDI System Exclusive (SysEx) messages. This is managed using the free MIDI Solutions Programming Tools software utility, allowing you to define exactly which MIDI events trigger the opening or closing of each relay circuit.

Will the R8 work with absolutely any MIDI device?
The R8 draws power directly from the device sending it MIDI data via the MIDI cable. While it operates perfectly with the vast majority of standard MIDI gear, some modern devices that do not conform to standard 5V MIDI specifications or omit power on pin 4 may require a specialized MIDI Solutions Power Adapter to operate.

What can I safely connect to the 1/4-inch output jacks?
The 1/4" phone jacks provide direct contact access to the internal reed relays, rated for a maximum current flow of 500mA. They are ideal for foot-switch inputs on guitar amplifiers, small signal switchers, remote sustain triggers, and low-voltage control setups.

Additional information

Weight 0.5000 kg
type

MIDI Processor

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