Merge-8
MIDI Merge boxes combine the data from a number of MIDI sources into a single output.
See also Merge-4.
£120.80 ex VAT
£144.96 inc VAT
Description
Merges the data from up to eight separate MIDI sources (e.g. Master keyboards or controllers) into a single MIDI data stream which appears at both of the MIDI out sockets. Merges all MIDI data including MIDI Clock, MIDI time code and SysEx.
- 8 opto-isolated MIDI INs
- 2 MIDI OUTs.
MERGE-8 can also be configured as two completely independent 4 into 1 mergers with the simple press of a recessed button.
MERGE-8 intelligently handles certain types of MIDI data:
- MIDI Clock – At power on all MIDI clock messages are passed to the MIDI OUTs. The most recent input to receive a START command (or Song Position Pointer=0 followed by CONTINUE) will become the clock master. That input continues to be the clock master until another input satisfies the above condition.
- Active Sensing – The first input to receive an Active Sensing message will become the Active Sensing master. Active sensing messages from that input will be passed to the output, any active sensing messages received at other inputs will be ignored. An input will stay as Active Sensing master until no more Active Sensing messages are received at that input for a period of around 5 seconds. Then another input has the opportunity to become the Active Sensing master.
- SysEx Messages – While any input is handling a SysEx message it becomes the SysEx master, and SysEx messages from all other inputs will be locked out until the message at the master input has finished. SysEx messages may be terminated either with an End Of SysEx command (F7) or with any other status command.
MERGE-8 is housed in a high quality aluminum case and powered from a mains adapter (wall wart) so you can fit and forget.
Features
- 8 MIDI IN ports, opto-isolated to eliminate ground-loops and hum, and prevent electrical damage
- 2 MIDI Out ports, each carrying the merged data from the MIDI IN ports
- Can be configures as 2 separate 4 IN 1 OUT Mergeers
- Works for ALL MIDI messages including Clock, SysEx, MTC etc.
- Intelligently handles Clock, SysEx and Active Sensing messages
- 0.4mS to 1mS latency, depending on message type
- Power/Data indicator LED
- Housed in a metal box so it can withstand the knocks
- Attractively finished in brushed aluminium with black screen print
Specification
| Power: | 9 V DC (regulated or unregulated) 2.1mm centre-positive. Power supply included – see below. |
| Current Draw: | 100 mA |
| Dimensions: | 155 x 80 x 32 mm |
| Weight: | 220g excluding power supply, 290 g including power supply |
| MIDI: | 5 x opto-isolated 5 pin DIN MIDI IN 2 x 5 pin DIN MIDI OUT |
| Accessories included: | User Manual 9 V multi-region, switch mode power supply is included. It has 4 interchangeable heads suitable for most parts of the world, including UK, Europe, USA, Canada, Japan, Australia & New Zealand |
Manuals
- To download the current manual click here (Acrobat File 472 Kb)
- For previous manuals see our Product Manuals page
