CIOKS 4 power supply - introduction

[@writtenloudly]

Unboxed my new CIOKS 4 last night and was blown away by the build quality and performance--does exactly what it says on the tin! Also, I absolutely love the fact that it's an EU designed and made product, as I only buy equipment from companies/countries with ethical labor and business practices. Well done on this little box of electric goodness.

[@windowsoflife]

Absolutely the best power supply available! This KZbin should be blasted to every guitar player. I own two dc-7 and two dc-4 units and love them! The one-inch profile is absolutely amazing! Thank you Cioks!

[@tusharkakshapati7610]

Can i use a 25w or 45w usb c power supply and use the full 4x 660A ?

[@pangloss9]

I'm glad this has finally been released. I love my DC7 and have been waiting for the expander to arrive.

[@whocaresofusername]

Cioks4a super-happy user here! I loooooove it! Awesome product!

[@theoteddington9256]

is there an option to power the DC4 via one 9v output out of the DC7? I need to use the 24V for my poweramp pedal.

[@marcoramirez8885]

I was happy to finally find a perfect small size, insolated, reliable power supply for an only 4 high quality high current pedal train I have, I was about to buy it (to use it as a stand-alone supply) but I realized it is very hard and expensive to get the "24v40w adapter" and it's a must to get the complete power out of this... damn! it's a pain in the neck! I'm saddly going back for a classic Voodoo Lab ISO 5 :(

[@krees863]

Same as !!

[@g.m.1672]

Hello Cioks team, I have a few questions and would appreciate your guidance: It’s almost impossible to find a 24V40 adapter. Do you have any suggestions for a replacement? Should we consider using a laptop adapter instead? You’ve mentioned Cioks 4 Versions 1.0 and 1.1. (I have 1.2 BTW) What are the differences between these units? Which power supply would you recommend for these units? Is it acceptable to use a power supply with 5V/3A for both versions? There are many power bank options available, and people would prefer not to buy an expensive one unless there is a real benefit. There are some DC 2.1 to USB-C adapters on the market. Would we get better results with a power bank if we use these adapters? If so, which cable would you recommend? You make the best power supplies on the market, and I respect that. However, many people like me have limited knowledge of volts, watts, and currents. A simple guide would be helpful so that we can spend our limited funds on the correct units. Thank you very much, and I understand this video is four years old, so I'm not sure if I'll get a reply-but any response would be greatly appreciated! Best regards,

[@kameel68]

Great power supply. The adapter kit is not available anymore. The Boss PSA 230s(9V/500mA) does not work with it, but my GoSolid! adapter(9.1V/1000mA) does.

[@saturnskull1242]

Hello, I'm not an expert here so I have a simple question. From what I understand cioks 4 needs an adapter of 40w of power in order to reach its full potential. If I choose to power it with a 1spot 9v, hence as you said only 10w of power, does it mean that the pedals I want to power won't perform as good?

[@zothanapuia6990]

Two questions : 1. Approximately how long will a fully charged 10000 mAh power bank be able to provide power to cioks 4... Say you are using 4 analog pedals and 2 digital pedals (total of 6 pedals) ? 2. Is there any added noise if you are using power bank to power cioks 4?

[@sargentppeper]

Excellent!! 👍🏼🎸😊

[@willianbotta1622]

hi, could anyone tell me what is the minimum requirements of the power bank to work properly with the cioks 4?

[@BagusWibisono]

this can handle Pod Go or Quad Cortex?

[@mowhoudin]

Hi. Is It possible to use a USB C cable with a fast charging wall adapter?

[@bretonleo8740]

If I use a True Tone one spot to power the 4 expander I will have 4 outlets at 660mA? I also have the cioks schizophrenik on hand, can I use it to power the expander ? Thanks !

[@sudan.bajracharya]

Can I power quad cortex through dc7

[@Ratchman_5000]

I'm going to use Cioks 4 as a stand-alone power supply. I want to get the maximum 660mA output, what AC power cord would you recommend?

[@marcoramirez8885]

Damn today I'm wondering the same...

[@jesusblessthesecommentsamen]

Finaly a use for that crapy one spot cable! God bless

[@softlightsymphonyband]

Need to make an “AC Brick” like this that has four 12V AC 800ma isolated power sections. That way people could choose whatever cioks unit they need for their DC power needs and link the “AC Brick” to it.

[@alanortega5695]

Can i connect cioks 4 to hx stomp and other 3 mini pedals? They consume 100 mA for all three

[@dannyporterguitarist]

Hey Guys I’m currently building a small pedalboard for an acoustic gig that I hopefully will have in the USA in August and I also want to continue using the board in the U.K when I get back home. I only have a digitech Jamman Stereo (4 button discontinued version) and a regular tuner pedal Boss TU2 and am wanting to get a power supply that A. Works in USA and U.K. and B. Powers the 9vAC 1.3a digitech pedal. Iv read that line the Line 6 DL4/M4 that is 9vAC 1.2a can but run off a 9vDC with 680ma or more. Is this something that is possible from the Cioks 4. Thanks Danny

[@mateorico9312]

What is the limit in amperes to the USB C input?

[@t.cole_2]

When linked to the dc7 are you getting 660ma from the 4?

[@sal1978man]

Hello Paul, can i power the Qtron plus from the 24v outlet of the dc7 ? its requieres 24 v , negative center low amp, regular boss plug ? can i use just a standard cable or will requires the cable that you are using to connect the cioks 4 here ? Cheers! Gabriel

[@郑男-p5z]

What is the difference between 1SPOT + DC4 and Ispot+ multi-plug 5 Cable?

[@Poparad]

The DC4 provides isolated outputs, whereas the multi plug simply daisy chains all of the pedals on one interconnected circuit. Depending on your pedals, that can lead to extra interference noise (especially distortion pedals) while isolated outlets help prevent that. Also, each of the four DC4 outlets can be switched to 9, 12, 15, or 18v, if you have pedals that can run at those voltages, whereas the multi plug will be all 9v.

[@bazZzment]

Wow, what a great addition to the lineup! Just to be sure: If I power the Cioks 4 with the 9V 1Spot (already got that lying around), would I still be able to provide 18V to my Cali76 TX compressor?

[@cheveyo2403]

yes

[@Azederac]

Would it be correct to assume that with an external AC Adapter of 12V and 3A (36W) it would still be possible to get from the Cioks 4 the full output power of 24W? Would there be any benefit in purchasing the 40W power adapter by Cioks, which I assume to be a 24V / 1.65A unit (or anything close to that)?

[@ciokspowersuppliesforeffec7533]

Hi, 36W adapter at 24V DC is ok if it really puts out 36W. Then you still get the full output power of CIOKS 4 but not more than the full nominal output of 24W. The 36W adapter will struggle while the C4 would still have some headroom above 24W output. But going up to the edge of nominal output power will be ok.

[@t.cole_2]

When is the next models coming out?

[@Soundwavesound]

It the powerbank you are using a usb c to usb c in the Cioks 4? Or is it usb a to usb c in the Cioks 4? I am having trouble using my powerbank from the usb c outlet to the cioks 4.

[@michalmikolajmaslowski3994]

Great video, thank you. Would it be possible to power the CIOKS 4 via the Thunderbolt port of a modern MacBook Pro (4 Thunderbolt ports)? I am thinking about using it with a small board, and I would love to be able to power the said board through the Mac without the need of using any external power supply, or battery banks. The pedals in question are the Iridium, the Flint, the MAKO D1, and JAD MeLody OD. Thanks!

[@ciokspowersuppliesforeffec7533]

Hi! Yes this is possible but you need to get the Version 1.1 of the CIOKS 4 and not the initial Version 1.0.

[@michalmikolajmaslowski3994]

CIOKS Power Supplies for Effect Pedals Thank you! How would I be able to tell the difference between the two? Can I request my dealer to get the version 1.1 directly from you? Thanks!

[@ciokspowersuppliesforeffec7533]

@@michalmikolajmaslowski3994 The version no. is stated on the bottom of the power supply. There'll be both 1.0 and 1.1 out there now so you better ask specifically. With time only version 1.1 will be avaliable.

[@michalmikolajmaslowski3994]

@@ciokspowersuppliesforeffec7533 Yup, I better do :) I will inquire through my national dealer, thank you!

[@Azederac]

@@ciokspowersuppliesforeffec7533 Would it be safe to say that all the Cioks 4 Adapter Kits come with a V 1.1 updated unit?

[@Daeoxify]

Can I run just an HX Stomp and a Shure GLX pedal using this and a power bank?

[@ciokspowersuppliesforeffec7533]

What is the actual current draw of the Shure GLX pedal..?

[@Daeoxify]

@@ciokspowersuppliesforeffec7533 It requires 9V to 15V and 250 mA

[@ciokspowersuppliesforeffec7533]

@@Daeoxify HX Stomp + Shure GLX will be just on the edge of the output power capability of the CIOKS 4 when powered of a 3A powerbank. I can't promise it will work well. I'd recommend a high quality USB cable for this and you can try it. Also the capacity of the powerbank should be high as you'll be pulling all 15W on the input side of the CIOKS 4.

[@zothanapuia6990]

What power bank would you recommend for cioks 4?

[@LewWelchThePoet]

Same question here.

[@21Chamo]

Where can I buy the external ac adapter?

[@Ratchman_5000]

Following for answer. I'm thinking of buying one to use as a stand-alone supply, but i noticed the disclaimer stating that an AC source can limit the output.

[@Ratchman_5000]

...Still following for an answer

[@marcoramirez8885]

@@Ratchman_5000 Me too... I was about to buy it (to use it as a stand-alone supply too) when I realized it is very hard and expensive to get the "24v40w adapter" damn! it's a pain in the neck!

[@Ratchman_5000]

@@marcoramirez8885 After getting more pedals, I wound up buying the Cioks DC7 which comes with an output cord to power the 4. I love the low profile and overall build quality.

[@marcoramirez8885]

@@Ratchman_5000 I think it works cool that way, I would do the same but I just need it for a small vocal performer pedal train so I need a tiny, insolated and reliable PS... And I'm seeking for the Voodoo Lab ISO 5

[@jo18ist]

Can I fit this one under a Pedaltrain nano?

[@DanielSchim]

Yes! Mine fits perfectly under the Nano

[@GlitchComputer]

is the USB C bi-directional? Can I power my iPad?

[@ciokspowersuppliesforeffec7533]

No. The USB C socket on the CIOKS 4 is an input only connector.

[@GlitchComputer]

CIOKS Power Supplies for Effect Pedals that’s too bad. Would have loved to have seen that feature similar to the DC7.

[@nzm291]

good to know the versatile power input options for this product! i just got mine. just wondering alternatively, can i power the CIOKS 4 using a USB-C power adapter? as long as the output is more than 40W? the likes of Anker etc.

[@ciokspowersuppliesforeffec7533]

Yes, you can use a USB C power adapter to power the CIOKS 4 but only if you have version 1.1. Powering CIOKS 4 with a USB C is not possible for version 1.0. As CIOKS 4 only accepts 5V and 3A max. tha maxinum power you can feed into CIOKS 4 with a USB source is 15W.

[@Azederac]

​@@ciokspowersuppliesforeffec7533 That's very confusing ... isnt't the Cioks 4 in this video a Version 1.0 (Vintage 2019) unit? Yet, you're successfully powering it up with a USB C battery pack! So I really don't get the note about the v1.1 requirement in your previous reply...or is it referred to the possibility of supplying the v1.1 version with a wattage higher than 15W via the USB C connector?

[@mwicks1968]

👍

[@buckrogers5429]

OK, full power capability is 24 W. It is a bummer that USB-PD protocol is such a mess both for manufacurers like you and the consumer not knowing what exact cable is needed for such applications (in your case USB-PD V3.0 would have nailed it, then it would have been possible to accept 12V and 2A on the USB-C input to get the full power capabilty of your 4). So your power supply is always limited to 15 W when using the USB-C port both with a power bank and a USB power supply. That is 9 W less than your 4 could fully deliver. I will nevertheless buy the 4 just because it is the only (i think so) power supply on the market you could power directly with an USB power bank via its USB-C input.

[@nonexistent608]

Can you call it a power supply if it has to be plugged in? Wouldn't the wall be the power supply? This is just an expensive outlet strip.

[@3jblues]

can the CIOKS 4 be used for my 4 volcas!