Bass MicroSynth - Can't daisy chain, short on extra outlets. Power brick?

[Invisible_Kid]

So I've recently decided to buy the Electro-Harmonix Bass MicroSynth; in fact, it's currently shipping. I was reading the manual I downloaded from EHX's website and read that daisy-chaining the Synth may cause seriously bodily harm; in other words, I have to use my regular daisy chain to power my Big Muff Pi and my Dunlop Wah and use the included power source to power the BMS. I wouldn't have a problem with this except that the 3 outlets needed total (the other for my amp) is one too many for my practice space, meaning I'd have to play in absolute darkness or only use one set of effects at a time. I've considered getting a power brick once I get a decent side-job, but I'm still concerned about what brick will be compatible with the BMS. The included adapter is 200mA, so I assume that's what the BMS's milliampere requirement is. Are there any good power bricks that meet these requirements?

TL;DR: Need a cheap power brick ≥200mA. Good ones?

[Smurf-o-Deth]

Any of the pedal power supplies with 100 mA, isolated outputs will work fine. The BMS doesn't need anywhere close to 200 mA, that's just the output rating on the included adapter. Let me reiterate though, you must have a supply with isolated outputs, such as a T Rex Fuel Tank, Jr. or a Voodoo Lab Pedal Power II+. Things like the Dunlop brick are just glorified daisy chains in a box and will not offer you much benefit over a simple 1spot.

[Invisible_Kid]

Originally Posted by Smurf-o-Deth

Any of the pedal power supplies with 100 mA, isolated outputs will work fine. The BMS doesn't need anywhere close to 200 mA, that's just the output rating on the included adapter. Let me reiterate though, you must have a supply with isolated outputs, such as a T Rex Fuel Tank, Jr. or a Voodoo Lab Pedal Power II+. Things like the Dunlop brick are just glorified daisy chains in a box and will not offer you much benefit over a simple 1spot.

Alright, so I heard that according to EHX's website, the BMS draws 180 mA. I also read that the included adapter is 9.6 volts. Why would an adapter be 9.6 volts anyways?

I was reading a thread on the EHX forums that had to do with this (kinda) but maybe it'll reveal some answers. http://www.ehx.com/forums/viewthread/537/

[Chronicle]

you'll be fine with a voodoo... i have my bms hooked up to it

[cheapbasslovin]

Voltage is often not that precise. If you're within about 10 percent of the required voltage, you'll be in pretty good shape. Truth is it would probably run on 12V and beyond, but there is no reason to push your luck.

Dunlop Brick is worthless for what you need.

BBE Supacharger
Voodoo Labs PP2+
VooDoo Labs ISO5
TRex Fuel Tank JR.

All good choices for your current troubles.

[sandmangeck]

Can't you just get a powerstrip? Strange that you could affor a bass micro synth, but not a power strip.

[Invisible_Kid]

Originally Posted by cheapbasslovin

Voltage is often not that precise. If you're within about 10 percent of the required voltage, you'll be in pretty good shape. Truth is it would probably run on 12V and beyond, but there is no reason to push your luck.

Dunlop Brick is worthless for what you need.

BBE Supacharger
Voodoo Labs PP2+
VooDoo Labs ISO5
TRex Fuel Tank JR.

All good choices for your current troubles.

Alright, since the Fuel Tank Jr. is a cheap one and has enough power holes, I think I'll go with that one.

[UnDoNe]

Another alternative is to use a Gigrig Virtual Battery attached to your diasy chain. It isolates the power on the connector of the daisy chain. I've run a BMS from a daisy chain this way - works fine.

[Invisible_Kid]

Originally Posted by UnDoNe

Another alternative is to use a Gigrig Virtual Battery attached to your diasy chain. It isolates the power on the connector of the daisy chain. I've run a BMS from a daisy chain this way - works fine.

Great, except there's nowhere to buy it.

[UnDoNe]

http://www.thegigrig.com/usa/acatalo...Batteries.html

Can order them from at the bottom of that page. I'm in the UK and Gigrig stuff seems a lot more available over here, think those guys are based over here.

[Invisible_Kid]

Originally Posted by UnDoNe

http://www.thegigrig.com/usa/acatalo...Batteries.html

Can order them from at the bottom of that page. I'm in the UK and Gigrig stuff seems a lot more available over here, think those guys are based over here.

Awesome, thanks! So I need the VB-BC, or the VB-DC?

[cheapbasslovin]

DC is the one you want.

The DC plugs into a 9v connection.

The BC plugs into a battery clip (some pedals don't have a 9v connection except via battery).

[Invisible_Kid]

Originally Posted by cheapbasslovin

DC is the one you want.

The DC plugs into a 9v connection.

The BC plugs into a battery clip (some pedals don't have a 9v connection except via battery).

Awesome! I can't thank you enough. I'd be spending an extra hundred on a brick if not for you. Stay excellent!

[UnDoNe]

Nada problemo.