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Description
Introducing the Tech 21 MIDI Mouse, your compact and powerful musical companion! This MIDI foot controller provides an uncomplicated yet efficient way to navigate through up to 128 patches on 16 selectable channels. Its user-friendly design features Up and Down footswitches for easy program and patch selection, along with an additional switch for toggling between Search and Active modes.
What sets the MIDI Mouse apart is its portability and versatility. Its slim design allows for easy placement even on a crowded studio console, making it an essential tool for both stage and studio settings. In addition, the large LED display ensures optimal visibility in any lighting condition, helping you stay in control of your music at all times.
Key Features:
- Up and Down footswitches for easy access to 128 patches on 16 selectable channels
- Additional footswitch for toggling between Search and Active modes
- Compact and lightweight design for easy portability
- Large, non-glare LED display for clear visibility
- Option to operate using phantom power via MIDI cable, optional DC power supply, or 9V alkaline battery
- Smooth-action actuators for easy and precise control
Product specs
| Type | MIDI Foot Controller |
| MIDI I/O | Out |
| Power Source | 9V DC power supply (sold separately) / 9V battery / Phantom power via MIDI |
| Height | 2" |
| Width | 4.75" |
| Depth | 3.75" |
| Weight | 0.69 lbs. |
FAQs
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How is the Tech 21 MIDI Mouse powered?
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The Tech 21 MIDI Mouse can be powered using a 9V DC power supply, a 9V battery, or via phantom power through the MIDI cable, making it versatile for various setups.
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What are the dimensions of the Tech 21 MIDI Mouse?
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The Tech 21 MIDI Mouse measures 4.75 inches in width, 3.75 inches in depth, and 2 inches in height, making it compact and easy to fit on most pedalboards.
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How many MIDI channels can the Tech 21 MIDI Mouse control?
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The Tech 21 MIDI Mouse can transmit on 16 selectable MIDI channels, allowing for flexible integration with a wide range of MIDI-compatible devices.
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Is the Tech 21 MIDI Mouse suitable for live performances?
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Yes, the Tech 21 MIDI Mouse is designed for live performance use, featuring a simple three-button interface that allows easy patch changes without the need for complex programming.
Videos
Vince Genella
Tech 21 MIDI Mouse Pedal Demo Review - Vince Genella
Tech 21 MIDI Mouse Pedal Demo Review - Vince Genella
Vince Genella
Tech 21 MIDI Moose & MIDI Mouse
Tech21nyc
I use a MIDI Mouse footswitch pedal to navigate programs up/down on my Nord Electro 6 keyboard
My Keys To Music
Tech 21 - MIDI Moose & MIDI Mouse
JRR Shop
Headrush MX5 MIDI with Tech21 midi mouse pedal
ILDI RIDER
Reviews
PROS
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Durable with many users reporting long-term reliability
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Easy to use, even for MIDI beginners
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Compact design saves pedalboard space
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Bright screen visible in daylight
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Well-built, solid construction
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Simplifies patch changes across various devices
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Plug and play functionality with minimal setup
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Compatible with a wide range of devices including Line 6, Boss, and Roland
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Can operate on battery for added versatility
CONS
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Power adapter not included, must be purchased separately
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Right-angle cord design can interfere with adjacent MIDI ports
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Only sends Program Change commands, not Control Change commands
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Slight mismatch in program numbers with some devices (00 on device vs 01 on MIDI Mouse)
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Some users report cheap feeling switches that may jump presets unintentionally
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Tech 21 MIDI Mouse.
Features and functionality
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Owners highlight the MIDI Mouse's compact size as a major advantage for pedalboards with limited space.
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The unit's simple three-button interface is praised for ease of use, especially during live performances.
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Users report that the MIDI Mouse works well with the Line 6 M5, offering compatibility for versatile pedal setups in various musical styles.
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Software and compatibility
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Users confirm that the MIDI Mouse effectively sends Program Change signals compatible with Chase Bliss and Strymon pedals.
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User experience
Comparisons
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Some users compare the MIDI Mouse to the Disaster Area DMC, citing the former's simplicity as a deciding factor for minimalistic setups.
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The MIDI Mouse was chosen over a Digitech Drop for its compact size and specific functionality needs, indicating its appeal for space-conscious pedalboards.
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4.5 out of 5
Based on 1 Review and 7 Ratings
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"The MIDI mouse, the real secret to the rig is that every guitar has a tone that it's supposed to reach because when we change guitars they have to be homogenous. So if we go to from a Telecaster to a Les Paul the gain has to be the same. We don't want you to tell that he's playing a Telecaster," says Billy Gibbons's guitar tech about the Tech 21 MIDI Mouse Pedal.
"The Gear Blog is a behind-the-scenes look at the instruments and equipment that graces the Austin City Limits’ stage. Our Audio Engineer Kevin Cochran goes in-depth to give our gearheads some insight." - Austin City Limits. This image of Ed's pedalboards comes from this article and you can see the Tech 21 MIDI Mouse pedal in the right pedalboard in the top right.
In this Premier Guitar Rig Rundown at 3:20, Billy runs through his pedalboard and shows off his Tech 21 MIDI Mouse Pedal.
At 1.42 onwards in this video you can see a Midi Mouse in Dusty's rack effects.
According to Guitar Geek, Jim Adkins used a Tech 21 MIDI Mouse Pedal on Jimmy Eat World's 2012 tour.
Scott uses a wet/ dry setup. The amp is dry, and the effects are in a second amp, usually a Fender combo. Scott uses a Suhr Line Out Box which is plugged into an external speaker jack on his amp. The Line Out Box converts the speaker signal to line level, which is sent to the SVC next to the wah, then into the input of a Boss SE-70 multi-FX, and then to the second amp. All SE-70 patches are 100% wet, and the SVC allows Scott to control the wet/dry mix. The Tech 21 MIDI Mouse is used to switch programs on the SE-70.
In the YouTube video titled "Yanni - 'Playtime'_1080p From the Master! 'Yanni Live! The Concert Event,'" at the 2:13 mark, Yanni is visibly using a Tech 21 MIDI Mouse as a program changer for his keyboard station. The device can be identified as the small black controller positioned on top of his TRITON keyboard. This performance is captured in the official video uploaded by Yanni.
In this image from Rhodes' website, a MIDI Mouse peadal can be seen positioned near his pedalboard.
At 3:18 of this video clip provided by Gear Gods and from their "RIGGED" series, Buz McGrath, lead guitarist of Unearth gives us a tour of his amp setup which features two Kemper Profiler PowerRack - 600 Watt Profiling Amp Rackmounts. On top o fthis rack case sits a Tech 21 MIDI Mouse Pedal.
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