Jaybee
December 30, 2020, 10:22am
#1
Hello
I am wanting to use a morningstar mc6 or mc8 with line 6 hx stomp using external daisy chained power source.
My question is what size is the barrel plug for the power socket?
The Stomp has a 2.5mm x 5.5mm barrel plug with output polarity - Tip Negative.
Is the mc6 / 8 also tip negative and what size barrel plug does it use? Would it be fairly easy to use in a power daisy chain with the hx stomp.
Many thanks
jmay214
December 30, 2020, 3:37pm
#2
I’m not sure on the tip size on the MC6/MC8, but they are tip negative and the standard size as the majority of my pedals.
The HX Stomp is different though, for it’s requirements I had to purchase this Current Doubler Adapter to power it off my power supply.
Voodoo Lab Current Doubler Adapter - 4" Str-Str Y Doubler | Sweetwater
and this cable to convert the 2.1mm on the adapter to 2.5mm for the HX Stomp. Amazon.com: CY 60cm DC Power 5.5 x 2.1mm / 2.5mm Male to 5.5 2.1/2.5mm Male Plug Cable Right Angled 90 Degree: Industrial & Scientific
Jaybee
December 30, 2020, 4:03pm
#3
Thanks.
So maybe the morningstar MC’s use centre negative 5.5 x 2.1mm?
Yes I have adaptors for hx stomp, one to change to centre negative and one to change the size.
Also I purchased a rip cord for my boss rc-300, it also works with hx stomp with the 2.1mm to 2.5mm adaptor fitted.
jmay214
December 30, 2020, 5:01pm
#4
I checked on what cables came with my Strymon Zuma power supply and they are 5.5mm x 2.1mm barrel connectors, center negative. So that is what works with the MC8/MC6.
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Jaybee
December 30, 2020, 5:02pm
#5
Thank you for that Jerry, much appreciated
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