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Description
Unleash the full potential of your live and studio performances with the RJM MasterMind MIDI Foot Controller. This powerhouse of a pedal is your command center for seamless control over your effects and devices. Designed for musicians who demand precision and reliability, the MasterMind is compatible with a multitude of MIDI-capable devices, from RJM's own RG-16 and Amp Gizmo to other industry-standard MIDI rigs.
Switch effortlessly between up to 125 presets, organized into 25 intuitive banks. Whether you're on stage or in the studio, the MasterMind ensures that your signature sounds are just a stomp away. And with support for both Program Change and Continuous Controller messages, you have the flexibility to tailor every performance to perfection. The addition of an expression pedal input lets you inject dynamic expression into your sound, making each performance uniquely yours.
The MasterMind is built to withstand the rigors of the road, encased in a rugged 18-gauge steel enclosure. Flexibility in power requirements and phantom power capability means you can rely on it wherever your music takes you. Plus, with its Remote In jack, multiple MasterMind controllers can be synchronized, providing expansive control for complex setups.
Key Features:
- MIDI compatibility with RJM products and industry-standard devices
- 125 presets in 25 banks for easy access
- Supports Program Change and Continuous Controller messages
- Expression pedal input for added dynamics
- Rugged 18-gauge steel construction
- Phantom power capability with a 7-pin MIDI cable
- Flexible power requirements: 9V-18V, AC or DC, 200mA
- Remote In jack for synchronized multi-controller use
Product specs
| Brand | RJM |
| Model | Mastermind MIDI Foot Controller |
| Finish | Black |
| Year | 2010s |
| Made In | United States |
| Categories | Controller, Expression and Volume Pedals |
FAQs
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What are the main features of the RJM MasterMind MIDI Foot Controller?
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The RJM MasterMind MIDI Foot Controller offers extensive MIDI control capabilities, allowing musicians to manage multiple devices simultaneously. It features customizable buttons, a clear display for easy navigation, and robust build quality, making it ideal for live performances and complex setups.
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Can the RJM MasterMind MIDI Foot Controller be used to control multiple MIDI devices at once?
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Yes, the RJM MasterMind MIDI Foot Controller is designed to control multiple MIDI devices simultaneously, making it suitable for complex rig setups in live or studio environments.
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How customizable are the buttons on the RJM MasterMind MIDI Foot Controller?
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The buttons on the RJM MasterMind MIDI Foot Controller are highly customizable, allowing users to assign different functions and commands to suit their specific performance or recording needs.
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Is the RJM MasterMind MIDI Foot Controller compatible with most MIDI-enabled devices?
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Yes, the RJM MasterMind MIDI Foot Controller is compatible with most MIDI-enabled devices, providing versatile control over a wide range of musical equipment.
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What type of display does the RJM MasterMind MIDI Foot Controller feature?
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The RJM MasterMind MIDI Foot Controller features a clear, easy-to-read display that helps users navigate and manage their MIDI settings efficiently during performances or rehearsals.
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Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about RJM MasterMind MIDI Foot Controller.
Features and functionality
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The RJM PBC/6X supports matrix switching, allowing users to customize pedal order for optimal sound, enhancing flexibility for different musical setups.
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Users appreciate the PBC/6X for its ability to create song presets and set-lists, enhancing live performance efficiency with customizable button functions including single press and hold actions.
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Mods and upgrades
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The PBC/6X includes a TRS jack for controlling amp channels or analog pedals, such as the JHS Kilt v2, using external switching features like the red remote.
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The Pedalnetics Aux2 is favored for its space-saving design, stacking ingeniously on top of the switcher to control wet effects via MIDI.
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User experience
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Several users appreciate the Empress Echosystem's ability to pan different delay types to either side at varying tempos, creating a unique stereo galloping effect.
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Owners note that the built-in buffer is crucial to avoid tone suck, emphasizing the importance of enabling it to maintain sound quality.
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Use cases and applications
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The HX Stomp is often used as an amp replacement, particularly favored for its Fender Pro '64 patch when running direct to PA systems or in-ears.
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Setup and maintenance
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The Source Audio Vertigo allows stereo tremolo with adjustable symmetry, offering a nuanced, Leslie-type effect for users who prefer harmonic or bias tremolo styles.
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Custom-made cables to length and loop testing are recommended to prevent tone suck; TRS split into dual mono is used for expanding loops.
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"I recently switched to Midi controlling for all of my effects pedals. I found that with our new material I had to do too much 'tap dancing' on my pedal board to get the sounds I wanted and I needed something to that allowed me to change channels on my amp and lots of pedals at once."
"Enter the RG-16. This midi interface has made my life a lot easier. Now if I want to go from, say, my lead channel with my NS-2 and TS-9 to my clean channel with my compressor, DD7, RV5, on and my NS-2 and TS-9 off, I just have to hit one button on my Mastermind Midi Controller. It makes my life a LOT easier and makes tone changes a breeze. The setup was pretty complex and required the building of a ton of custom cables. The cable making was easy though, thanks to the custom cable making kits that Planet Waves makes. "
My rig has come a long way over the last few years. For a long time I used only an overdrive pedal, noise gate, and tuner. It’s funny how the longer I’ve played the more obsessed with gear and effects I’ve become."
In this article, Sugizo's gear is shown to consist of a RJM Mastermind MIDI foot controller.
Everything is controlled with RJM Mastermind GT/10.
Gus G. incorporates the RJM MasterMind MIDI Foot Controller into his rig, as highlighted by his guitar tech, Chet Haun, who praises it as one of the best sound rigs he has worked with. This setup was featured in a 2011 Guitar.com article on Gus G.'s gear for Ozzy Osbourne.
Zach Blair talks about his use of a MiDi foot controller to control his pedals and program them without too much of a mess.
In a video by Kontakt Films on Vimeo, Luke Hoskin of Protest The Hero discusses using the RJM MasterMind MIDI Foot Controller to communicate with his RJM RG-16, highlighting its role in his gear setup.
In his world tour his is using this pedal for effects. It is in the video at 0:25.
In a photo of Toko Yasuda's pedalboard, crafted by Nice Rack Canada, the RJM MasterMind MIDI Foot Controller is prominently featured. This MIDI controller is part of a compact setup designed to fit under an "X" brace keyboard stand, with all switches conveniently placed in the bottom row for easy access. The RJM MasterMind is highlighted as a cost-effective, professional-grade solution for such configurations.
Brandon uses a foot controller to control his effects.
Album Usage
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