Hotone Ampero Control

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Hotone Ampero Control

Hotone

Ampero Control

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 525606
Brand: Hotone
Model: Ampero Control
Price: $118.80

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The Hotone Ampero Control is a surprisingly capable MIDI foot controller for the price. It’s fantastic for guitarists and bassists using modelers or complex rigs who want to ditch the clunky MIDI interface. The Bluetooth integration is a real convenience, making it easy to manage your sounds on the fly.

Product Description

  • Hotone Ampero Control
  • Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
  • Compact
  • robust and programmable Bluetooth MIDI controller
  • Supports standard MIDI
  • USB MIDI and Bluetooth MIDI output
  • Send up to 16 MIDI messages via a footswitch (32 for A/B groups)
  • 100 banks (each bank contains four footswitch settings)
  • Special user-friendly mobile app
  • LED: Effect on
  • Display: 3-digit LED
  • Footswitch: 4 x bench
  • Connectors: EXP/CTRL (2 x 6.3 mm stereo jack)
  • MIDI IN (5-pin)
  • MIDI OUT/THRU (5-pin)
  • Power supply connection: Barrel connector 5.5 x 2.1 mm
  • centre negative
  • Power consumption: 100 mA
  • Power supply with a 9-18 or 5 V DC (USB) mains adapter (included)
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 259 x 56 x 49 mm
  • Weight: 440 g
  • Includes power supply

*Note:* Battery operation is not supported.

Note: Ampero Control does not support MIDI In or MIDI Thru via Bluetooth MIDI commands (only Out/Send).

PROS
  • • Robust aluminum enclosure offers excellent protection during gigging.
  • • User-friendly mobile app simplifies complex MIDI programming.
  • • Flexible MIDI connectivity (USB, Bluetooth, standard MIDI) expands versatility.
  • • Four footswitches with A/B grouping provide substantial control options.
CONS
  • • Limited to 100 banks may feel restrictive for extensive setups.
  • • No battery operation restricts use to powered environments.
  • • The 3-digit LED display is somewhat basic and lacks detailed information.

Product Video

Key Features

Buttons 4 footswitches, program/bank select buttons
MIDI Channels Supports standard MIDI channels and Bluetooth MIDI communication
Presets 100 banks, each with 4 footswitch settings
Connection MIDI IN/OUT/THRU (5-pin), USB, EXP/CTRL (2 x 6.3mm stereo jacks), Barrel connector (5.5 x 2.1mm)
Power 9-18V DC mains adapter included, 100mA power consumption
Dimensions 259 x 56 x 49 mm

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's convenient for basic control, but don't expect the ultra-low latency of a premium, dedicated interface. It's a good balance of features and affordability.
It's designed primarily for controlling one device at a time, though you can route MIDI messages to different channels to manage multiple units to a degree.
Yes, Hotone provides a mobile app for both iOS and Android platforms, streamlining the programming and bank management process.

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