Hi - in case anyone is considering this device - here is a quick review/update:
Pros:
- easy to setup - you can have the WIFI bridge functionality (i.e., connecting to your home network) working in about 2 minutes, and then the IOS app will detect the Kemper rack/toaster straight away
- CHEAP - found it for 18 bucks on Amazon in the US - you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08V5BW55G?…product_details
- small/light, with all necessary cables built in
- when using as a WIFI bridge (e.g., connect to your home network), it worked well and held a stable connection to the Kemper
Cons:
- when using as a dedicated WIFI hub (i.e.,the out-of-the-box mode, where it behaves like a mobile hotspot), I experienced intermittent connection issues where the IOS app would lose connection with the Kemper - in this mode, the Kemper also kept trying to sync with the IOS, which was a bit of a PITA. This is a slight bummer, since I'd like to be able to use the mobile capabilities during gigs to tweak settings. I'll continue to experiment with this to see if I can somehow improve performance in this area
Not quite a Pro or Con:
- current draw on this device is in theory under 500ma, so based on what I've read in the forums, this is within the limits of what the Kemper USB jack can provide... but I'm using this thing very sparingly at the moment, just in case... If anyone has any further details to share on this point, please do!
Hope this is helpful to someone out there - enjoy