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Maxcontrol ASX-8 Programmable Midi Audio Switcher

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Maxcontrol ASX-8 Programmable Midi Audio Switcher

Maxcontrol ASX-8 Programmable Midi Audio Switcher

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Max Control ® ASX-8 is a programmable MIDI audio switcher with 8 relay-operated true bypass audio loops and an intuitive user interface.

Features

Fully programmable 1024 user presets LCD display 8 buttons for loops activation and 4 buttons for programming 8 loop status LEDs Responds to control change and program change MIDI messages 8 relays-operated true bypass audio loops 2 selectable outputs Works with any DC power supply of any polarity and voltage between 9V and 12V

Benefits

Easy setup, just select the preset, press the activation buttons, then press Ok/Next button, and the preset is stored. Provides true bypass switching, improving the overall tone of a setup by reducing the hum, unwanted distortion, and tone sucking. Can work with any basic foot controller capable of sending program change MIDI messages. Also responds to control change messages using a configurable MIDI channel. Presets are stored in the switcher, simplifying the configuration. No configuration on the foot controller is needed. Prevents "tap dancing" when enabling/disabling effects.

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