CIOKS DC7 v2 Power Supply-UK Plug

CIOKS DC7 Power Supply

We love and use CIOKS ourselves because they’re solid, reliable, and the DC7 v2 is the one we’d put on our own boards without a second thought.

What Makes the CIOKS DC7 v2 Different?

Some power supplies give you a fixed voltage and let you get on with it. Each of the DC7’s seven isolated outputs has four selectable voltages — 9V, 12V, 15V, or 18V — switched via recessed DIP switches on the top of the unit.

This means it can cope with just about any board. It’s also easy to underestimate the difference running pedals at 18V rather than 9V makes — for pedals designed to run at higher voltages, it can open things up considerably. So good for a bit of experimentation too.

Each 9V outlet delivers a generous 660mA. That will cope with most boutique and digital pedals, and the Flex cables give great flexibility in terms of connection type — without having to buy a new PSU every time your board changes.

DC7 v2 vs Original DC7 – What’s Changed?

The v2 differs a little from the original. The core power architecture is largely the same, but CIOKS have made two meaningful improvements:

• USB-C replaces USB-A: The v2’s USB outlet delivers 15W (5V / 3A) versus the original’s 5W (5V / 1A) — three times the charging power, enough to keep a tablet or modern smartphone properly topped up.
• Runs cooler: CIOKS have optimised the switch-mode circuit for greater efficiency, meaning the v2 runs noticeably cooler under load. Better thermals, longer life.

Everything else that made the original DC7 the industry standard — the noise floor, the build quality, the mounting flexibility, the 5-year warranty — is carried over intact. The v2 is simply a better version of an already excellent unit.

CIOKS DC7 v2 – Key Features

• 7 fully isolated DC outputs — zero crosstalk between channels
• 4 selectable voltages per outlet: 9V / 12V / 15V / 18V
• 660mA per outlet at 9V (500mA at 12V / 400mA at 15V / 330mA at 18V)
• 48W total output power
• USB-C outlet: 5V / 3A (15W) — charges smartphones and tablets properly
• 24V DC auxiliary outlet (max 2A) — expand with CIOKS 8, CIOKS 4, or Crux
• Built-in 3-LED true power meter (40% / 70% / 90% load thresholds)
• Per-outlet LED status indicators — overload and short-circuit warning
• Global status LED (in the CIOKS logo)
• Universal mains input: 90–265V AC — works worldwide
• 1-inch (25.4mm) profile — fits under most popular pedalboards
• Compatible with CIOKS GRIP mounting system (drill-free on Pedaltrain)
• Includes 12 Flex cables (various connector types)
• 5-year worldwide warranty
• Designed in Denmark, assembled in Poland

Voltage, Current, and Why It Matters

Here’s what separates the DC7 v2 from cheaper isolated supplies: flexibility without compromise. The DIP switches on each output let you dial in exactly the right voltage for each pedal, rather than running everything at a one-size-fits-all 9V.

Like we said — running an 18V pedal for extra headroom? One switch flip and you’re good to go.

The 24V auxiliary output extends the system further still. Connect a CIOKS 8 Expander for an additional 8 isolated outlets — giving you 15 isolated outputs from a single mains connection. If you’re building a large-format board, that combination is genuinely hard to beat.

Take a look at our pedal power supply buying guide if you want to get into the detail first.

Monitoring: Built-In Intelligence

For a unit that typically lives under your pedalboard, CIOKS have put serious thought into how you know what’s going on. Three small LEDs on top form a true power meter showing total load at 40%, 70%, and 90% thresholds. Each outlet has its own individual status LED — if an outlet overloads or short-circuits, it goes dark to immediately pinpoint the problem.

The global status indicator lives in the ‘O’ of the CIOKS logo. If it goes out, you’re approaching the unit’s limits. But don’t worry — if things get really critical, there’s a safe hiccup mode that cuts power to protect your pedals. You won’t notice it until you need it, but when you do, you’ll be grateful it’s there.

Build and Mounting

The DC7 v2’s all-metal enclosure is noticeably solid for something so slim. At 500g it’s genuinely lightweight, but nothing about it feels cheap. Three M4 threaded holes on the underside and two more along the edge cover most mounting arrangements, and the unit ships with screws and a hex key.

For Pedaltrain boards specifically, the optional CIOKS GRIP bracket lets you clamp the DC7 v2 underneath rail-type boards without drilling a single hole. Templeaudio fixings are also accommodated.

The included Flex cable kit covers most connection scenarios straight out of the box:

• Standard Flex type 1 — centre-negative 2.1mm (the standard for most pedals) x7
• Standard Flex type 2 — centre-positive 2.1mm x1
• Standard Flex type 4 — centre-positive 2.5mm x1
• Standard Flex type 5 — tip-positive 3.5mm Jack x1
• Split Flex — powers two pedals from one outlet x1
• 3-way daisy chain — powers three pedals from one outlet x1

Is the CIOKS DC7 v2 Right for Your Board?

The DC7 v2 is the obvious choice if you have more than 4–5 pedals and want reliable isolated power, if you’re running digital pedals sensitive to noise, if your board has mixed voltage requirements, or if you want to future-proof with expansion capability.

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