Detail 01
15 amps maximum output current
Everything plugged in has to total under 15 amps, which is one standard wall circuit's worth of gear.
Product detailSKU #1273888004998
FurmanM-8DX Power Conditioner With Lights and Meter
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A single-rack-space, 15-amp power conditioner with noise filtering, surge protection, rack lights and a meter. Sized for modest stage and studio racks.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Bands running a 1U rack of wireless, effects and processors
- Dark stages where you need to see rack controls mid-set
- Studio racks where RF and line noise creeps into signal
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Racks drawing more than 15 amps total — that ceiling is real
- 230V regions; this is 120VAC 60Hz only
- Anyone needing voltage regulation or automatic shutdown on high line voltage
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
170 joules energy dissipation
Modest surge capacity. Fine for everyday spikes, light for storm-prone buildings or badly wired venues.
Detail 03
Spike protection, line to neutral
Clamps surges between hot and neutral only, so a solid building ground still matters for real-world protection.
Detail 04
1.75 x 19 x 7.5 inches
One rack space and only 7.5 inches deep, so it fits shallow racks and shock cases easily.
Detail 05
6-foot captive 14 AWG cord
The cord is permanently attached at that length. You can't swap in a longer or heavier one.
Detail 06
Two 4W incandescent lamps
Filament bulbs — dim next to LEDs, warm in color, and they burn out eventually and need replacing.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Add up the current draw of your gear before trusting the 15-amp rating
- 02Needs a 1U opening, rack screws, and 7.5 inches of depth
- 03Filtering cleans noise; it does not correct sagging or high incoming voltage
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does it regulate voltage?
No. It filters line noise and clamps spikes. Incoming voltage passes through as it arrives — a low or high line stays low or high.
02Will it work on 230V power overseas?
No. It is built for 120VAC 60Hz. A plug adapter doesn't change that, and connecting it to 230V will damage it.
03How much gear can I run from it?
Up to 15 amps total. Power amps eat that quickly, so add up actual draw rather than counting outlets.
04Can I replace the power cord?
No, the 6-foot 14 AWG cord is captive. For more reach use a heavy-gauge extension rated for the full 15 amps.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
3 detailsConnections & power
- Operating Voltage
- 120VAC 60Hz
- Maximum Output Current
- 15 amps
- Maximum Continuous Operating Voltage
- 130 VAC RMS
2 detailsSize & weight
- Dimensions Hxwxd
- 1.75 inch x 19 inch x 7.5 inch
- Weight
- 5.8
7 detailsOther
- Noise Attenuation
- Transverse mode: Greater than 26dB, 200kHz to 10mHz
- Line Cord
- 6', captive, 14 AWG, with 3-conductor Edison plug
- Lamps
- Two 120V incandescent bulbs, 4W each
- Warranty
- Merit Series units are protected by a limited three-year warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship.
- Energy Dissipation
- 170 joules
- Spike Protection Mode
- Line to neutral
- Peak Impulse Current
- 12,000 amps
