Morningstar MC8 PRO MIDI Controller

Retailing in the region of £449.00

The Morningstar Guitar Pedals always come out on top. This is New is in stock and ready to post out to you, with fast, reliable delivery straight to your door. For more New Guitar Pedals options, read on for full specifications, demos, and secure online ordering. Here’s what Morningstar say:Step into the ultimate MIDI foot controller experience — MC8 PRO pushes everything you love about our pro controllers even further.New high-definition displays ignite punchy text, icons and bold colors for next-level visual clarity, while BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) MIDI delivers wireless freedom.More Switches, Less ScrollingMC8 PRO’s 8 foot switches serve…

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The Morningstar Guitar Pedals always come out on top. This is New is in stock and ready to post out to you, with fast, reliable delivery straight to your door. For more New Guitar Pedals options, read on for full specifications, demos, and secure online ordering.

Here’s what Morningstar say:

Step into the ultimate MIDI foot controller experience — MC8 PRO pushes everything you love about our pro controllers even further.

New high-definition displays ignite punchy text, icons and bold colors for next-level visual clarity, while BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) MIDI delivers wireless freedom.

More Switches, Less Scrolling

MC8 PRO’s 8 foot switches serve up instant access to your presets, functions and effect parameters. The less you need to scroll through banks, the better.

Cut Cables, Keep Control

With BLE MIDI built in, MC8 PRO is wireless out-of-the-box, ready to pair with your computer or mobile device. Connect to the Morningstar Editor, control your favorite music software, or pair with wireless MIDI adaptors for complete, untethered freedom.

Big Screens for Big Moments

There’s no room for second-guessing when you’re on stage or recording that perfect take. 70% larger screens give you more space to see what matters — bank & preset names, switch states, BPM and more — all at a glance.

Pixel Perfect

MC8 PRO’s screens are 20% brighter with twice the pixel density. Crystal-clear visual feedback inspires confidence for your every move.

No Bad Angles

MC8 PRO’s new displays ensure excellent visibility from all directions. Whether you’re right on top of MC8 PRO or stepping away for crowd interaction, you’ll always have a clear view.

Well Connected

Built to interface with just about anything. MC8 PRO plays nice, whatever your setup. A full suite of MIDI ports — DIN5, TRS (type A and B switchable), USB (device and host) — guarantees seamless compatibility across modern and classic gear.

Form Follows You

MC8 PRO packs 4 assignable Omniports, each ready to be whatever your rig needs. Configure them as MIDI Outputs, Aux Switch Inputs or Expression Pedal Inputs. The perfect controller doesn’t ask you to adapt — it adapts to you.

Doesn’t Stop at MIDI

Dual TRS Relay Ports unlock amp channel switching, analog tempo control and control over any device that accepts external aux switches. If it takes a pulse, you’re in control.

Specifications

  • Enclosure Dimensions: 260 x 123 x 52 mm, 10.2 x 4.8 x 2.1 in

Power Requirements

  • 9-12V DC center negative
  • Minimum 500mA (70% screen brightness)
  • Minimum 600mA if using Relay Ports
  • USB Bus Power
  • Phantom Power via MIDI Out pins 6 & 7

Hardware

  • Blasted aluminium enclosure
  • 4x Hi-res colour LCD
  • 8x Soft touch foot switch

Memory

  • No. of banks: 128
  • Pages per Bank: 3
  • Presets per Page: 8
  • Total number of Presets: 3,072

I/O

  • 1x 5-pin MIDI Out
  • 1x 5-pin MIDI In
  • 1x USB Type C (Device)
  • 1x USB Type C (Host)
  • 4x Omniport
  • 2x Relay Switching Port
  • 1x 3.5mm TRS MIDI Out
  • 1x 3.5mm TRS MIDI In

Additional information

Weight 3 kg

About the manufacturer

Morningstar

Morningstar are known for making standout effects pedals and more. Founded with a passion for tone and innovation, their gear has shaped countless records and players’ sounds. Look out for their iconic designs and flagship models — they’ve earned a reputation for reliability and creativity.

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Guitar Pedals

Guitar pedals are compact effects units that shape and enhance a guitar’s sound, sitting between the instrument and the amplifier. They include gain pedals like overdrive and distortion, modulation effects such as chorus and tremolo, time-based effects like delay and reverb, and essential utilities including tuners, compressors and loopers. Understanding basic things such as pedal type, signal order, power requirements and intended use helps players choose pedals that suit their style, setup and playing environment.

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Controller

A controller is a device used to send control information to other equipment without generating sound on its own. It allows parameters such as notes, effects, presets, or levels to be adjusted remotely, often using footswitches, knobs, sliders, or keys.

Controllers are widely used in modern music setups to manage pedals, processors, synthesizers, and software. They enable complex systems to be operated easily and consistently, especially in live performance and studio environments where hands-free or centralised control is needed.

MIDI

MIDI is a digital communication standard that allows electronic instruments, controllers, and audio equipment to send and receive performance data rather than audio signals. This data includes information such as note on and off messages, pitch, velocity, control changes, and timing, enabling different devices to work together in sync.

In music gear, MIDI is used to control synthesizers, drum machines, effects units, and software from keyboards, pedals, or computers. It allows complex setups to be automated and coordinated, making it essential for studio production, live performance, and modern electronic and hybrid music rigs.

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