MIDI Solutions Beat Indicator

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MIDI Solutions Beat Indicator

MIDI Solutions

Beat Indicator

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 435060
Model: Beat Indicator
Category: MIDI Tools
Price: $174.90

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The MIDI Solutions Beat Indicator is a surprisingly useful little gadget for any musician who needs a visual guide during breaks or intros. It's especially handy for drummers, keyboardists, or anyone using sequenced backing tracks – giving you a simple, reliable beat reference without needing to listen constantly. It's a solid, well-built tool for the price.

Product Description

  • MIDI Solutions Beat Indicator
  • MIDI Tool
  • The Beat Indicator contains an ultra bright LED that can be programmed to flash on the beat in response to MIDI Clock messages.
  • Allows the musician to keep in time with MIDI sequences during breaks or intros
  • The flash can be advanced or delayed by up to 128 ms from the actual beat
  • Is programmed via MIDI System Exclusive commands
  • Settings are retained after switching off the device
  • Can be reprogrammed with new settings as many times as needed
PROS
  • • Bright LED provides clear visual beat reference.
  • • Programmable delay/advance offers rhythmic flexibility.
  • • Compact size makes it easily portable for gigs.
  • • MIDI System Exclusive programming is standard for MIDI users.
CONS
  • • Programming via SysEx can be initially daunting for beginners.
  • • Limited to MIDI Clock; no direct audio input processing.
  • • Single LED may be insufficient for very bright stage environments.

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Key Features

Type MIDI Tool
MIDI Ports MIDI In, MIDI Thru
Functions Beat indication with programmable delay/advance
Connections Standard 5-pin MIDI DIN connectors
Power Standard 9V DC power adapter (center negative)
Weight Approximately 0.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

While bright, it’s not a blindingly powerful LED, so it might be a bit subtle in very brightly lit environments; consider this if performing on large stages.
You’ll need a MIDI interface and software capable of sending and receiving MIDI SysEx messages to program it, which is fairly common but requires a bit more setup.
No, the Beat Indicator only responds to incoming MIDI Clock messages; it doesn't have a direct click input.

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