KSR Amps - EX5 - MIDI Contact Closure Interface, Brand-New 2025 Model

Overview

Meet the EX5, the first in our new Utility Series line of products!

You may have noticed that little 1/8″ jack on our pedals labels “Ext. Control Interface”. This was added to allow for control of our pedals via an external means, such as a switcher, or what have you. Our intention all along was to eventually offer a product to utilize this port, and that’s where the EX5 comes in. The cool thing — it also controls our non-MIDI amps! With quick and easy plug ‘n play, you can operate the Ares, Juno, and Orthos, plus all our pedals. The EX5 is aptly named as it has 5 external control outputs, each an isolated TRS connection with two independent contacts.

Production

We are beginning production of the EX5 and orders will be shipped on a first-come, first-served basis.

Note: Custom colors will be available by request. To start we are offering black sparkle as the standard finish.

Features

1. 5x isolated TRS outputs, 2 contacts each
2. MIDI In / Out
3. 9V DC input >= 200 mA
4. Phantom power possible via MIDI connection
5. Latching, positive pulse, or negative pulse configuration for each output
6. Simple 2 button interface for programming
7. MIDI PC for storage of patches
8. MIDI CC for direct control of each output
9. Compact form factor — same size as the Eros pedal

Specifications

Controls: Select Output, Select T/R
Power: DC 9V, >= 200 mA via jack or MIDI phantom power
Size: 4.37″ x 2.37″ x 1.22″