Anyone use the DC4 as a standalone power supply (i.e. without a DC7 or DC8)?
What are you using to power it?
What are you using to power it?
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Cioks DC4 as a standalone unit power supply
- Thread starter BunchyMutt
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I use the Eventide PowerMini, I thinks it’s the same or similar.
I had to specify I wanted the standalone not the expansion, so it came with a brick thing...
I had to specify I wanted the standalone not the expansion, so it came with a brick thing...
Can the standalone also be used as a link down the road or are you locked into standalone?
What's the brick thing like? Ideally I'm looking for something that has minimal cable length and doesn't take up power strip real estate
It looks like the brick and extension cable plugs into the same place.
There’s a pic here and there is also a bracket that comes with.
PowerMini Pedalboard Power Supply
that's the sort of thing I want to avoid: a long power cable with an additional brick that essentially doubles the size of the DC4.
As far as I know, it’s actually called the Cioks C4e (extension, without power supply) and C4a (with power supply). I was put off initially by having an outboard power converter, but the C4a version, with mounting clip, is pretty small and neat, AND has way more power and options on tap than the DC5.
You can get any of them pretty cheap at Prymaxe right now. I kept waiting to see if they would get the C4a version in stock, but might go ahead and order the C4e to get a start on wiring up my Metro 20.
You can get any of them pretty cheap at Prymaxe right now. I kept waiting to see if they would get the C4a version in stock, but might go ahead and order the C4e to get a start on wiring up my Metro 20.
The 4 is pretty small and the "brick" is basically half the size.
Rough measurements:
Cioks 4: 3-1/2" x 3" x 1"
Brick: 3-1/4" x 1-1/2" x 7/8"
Together they weight about 12 oz.
For comparison, the Adam is 4-1/2" x 3-1/2" x 1-1/4" and weighs 1 lb. 12 oz.
Rough measurements:
Cioks 4: 3-1/2" x 3" x 1"
Brick: 3-1/4" x 1-1/2" x 7/8"
Together they weight about 12 oz.
For comparison, the Adam is 4-1/2" x 3-1/2" x 1-1/4" and weighs 1 lb. 12 oz.
there's a cioks 4 that comes with an AC adapter.
CIOKS CIOKS 4 4-output Isolated Guitar Pedal Power Supply with AC Adapter
I'm planning on getting one to power a board I plan to build comprised of Singular Sound goodies.
The AC adapter like a small laptop charger basically. Shoudn't block more than the one socket of your power strip it needs.
I'm also about to replace my Ciokolate on my main with a DC7 I think as it will allow for a higher current out of two combined isolated jacks for something like the HX Stomp XL
CIOKS CIOKS 4 4-output Isolated Guitar Pedal Power Supply with AC Adapter
I'm planning on getting one to power a board I plan to build comprised of Singular Sound goodies.
The AC adapter like a small laptop charger basically. Shoudn't block more than the one socket of your power strip it needs.
I'm also about to replace my Ciokolate on my main with a DC7 I think as it will allow for a higher current out of two combined isolated jacks for something like the HX Stomp XL
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I replaced my ciokolate w a DC7 and Cioks8. Power on my board is so clean now.
Really want to snag a 4.
Yes it can. I can't remember the exact mA spec, but it was plenty for a large # of analogs.
Edit: 660mA per outlet.
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Totally depends on the current draw of the 7 pedals. Since they are analog, my guess would be absolutely yes
Added them up and it seems the Ciosk 4 provides waaay more than i need which is good. Actually go the Eventide version at a good price.
The Trutone 1 spot CS6 was recommended to me. I have recently downsized my pedalboard and the Trutone was a great addition. Extremely noise free (Digital) and adaptable with all currents. Also capable with 9v, 12v and 18 volt pedals. I use a flatter board and it is thin enough to attach it to the bottom of the board. They supply a drill card. Put the card and drill through the holds (for the included screws) and you can attach it bracket free.
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