SchwiftyBogey

SchwiftyBogey – Stealthy Multi-Button Wireless MIDI Interface

The SchwiftyBogey lets you connect up to four hidden buttons to the SchwiftyEA receiver, effortlessly turning everyday props, scenery, or lecterns into wireless MIDI cue triggers for QLab, Ableton Live, and any other MIDI-capable show control software.

Why it’s awesome

• Invisible control – embed buttons inside furniture, props, or hidden panels for seamless stage interaction.

• Broad compatibility – perfect for QLab, Ableton Live, and other MIDI-compatible systems via the SchwiftyEA.

• Impressive range – wirelessly triggers cues up to 1000 m under ideal conditions.  

• Flexible integration – pairs with any dry-contact momentary switch

Ideal use cases

• Floor-embedded “GO” spots with foot pedals to advance scenes.

• Leaf-activated escape-room panels that reveal sound effects and unlock doors.

• Lecterns with illuminated buttons to cue walk-up music.

• Props like rifles or magic wands triggering lighting and smoke FX—perfect for magicians.

Specs at a glance

• Inputs: 4 × 2-pin push-in spring-clamp terminals (26–20 AWG)

• Switch type: Dry-contact momentary (NO or NC)

• Max cable length: ~10 m shielded per input

• Wireless: Requires SchwiftyEA receiver (sold separately)

• RF range: Up to 1000 m line-of-sight (868 MHz)  

• Power: 1 × CR2032 (approx. 12 µA standby, 15 mA TX—~1 year battery life)

• Size: 55 × 35 × 18 mm (bare PCB)

• Weight: 25 g (with battery)

• Mounting: Includes two M3 through-holes

• Buttons not included—choose any momentary switch, from mini tactiles to stomp pads