OXI Instruments E16 – 16-Encoder MIDI Controller with LED Rings and Scene Morphing

The OXI Instruments E16 is a portable, precision-built rotary MIDI controller with 16 endless encoders, individual LED rings, and an OLED display — all housed in a sleek aluminium unibody. Designed for studio producers and live performers who want tactile, visual control over their entire setup, it connects via dual MIDI TRS outputs, USB-C, and Bluetooth 5.0 MIDI.

Galvenās iezīmes

• 16 Endless Encoders: High-resolution rotary encoders with individual multicolor LED rings for instant visual feedback
• OLED Display: Shows parameter names, values, and page navigation at a glance
• Scene Morphing: Capture full parameter snapshots and morph smoothly between them for dynamic transitions
• Knob Recording: Record and replay encoder gestures for expressive, natural-sounding automation
• Group Control: Map one encoder to drive multiple parameters — execute complex sweeps with a single turn
• 12 Pages × 16 Controls: Up to 192 mappable controls with custom layouts per page
• Bluetooth 5.0 MIDI: Wireless connection to iOS, macOS, Android, and Windows devices
• Dual MIDI Out + MIDI In: 3.5 mm TRS (Type A) for connecting hardware synths and drum machines
• USB-C: USB MIDI and power in one cable
• OXI App: Configure mappings, create presets, import synth definitions, backup and share setups
• Aluminium Unibody: Premium build at only 370 g with included travel case

Priekšrocības

The E16 puts hands-on control back into your workflow. Instead of mouse-clicking parameters, you get 16 encoders with LED rings that show exact positions at a glance — no guessing, no staring at a screen. Scene morphing and knob recording bring performance-level expression to studio work, while Bluetooth and dual MIDI outs let you control your entire hardware and software setup from one compact device.

Īsas specifikācijas

• Encoders: 16 endless, with individual LED rings
• Display: OLED
• Pages: 12 (192 controls total)
• MIDI Out: 2× 3.5 mm TRS (Type A)
• MIDI In: 1× 3.5 mm TRS (Type A)
• USB: USB-C (MIDI + power, 3 virtual ports)
• Wireless: Bluetooth 5.0 MIDI
• Izmēri: 11.4 × 14.3 × 3.6 cm
• Svars: 370 g

Komplektācijā

• OXI Instruments E16
• USB-C cable
• Travel case

Piemērots

Ideal for DAW producers who want tactile control over plugins and mixer parameters, live electronic performers using hardware synths and grooveboxes, modular synthesists controlling multiple devices via MIDI, and DJs seeking precise hands-on control over effects and mixing parameters.

Saderība

Compatible with any MIDI-capable software or hardware. Works with Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Bitwig, and any DAW via USB MIDI or Bluetooth. Controls hardware synths, drum machines, and Eurorack modules via dual TRS MIDI outputs. OXI App available for macOS and Windows for configuration and preset management.

Plusi un mīnusi

✅ Pros:

• LED rings on every encoder — always know where your parameters are
• Scene morphing and knob recording for expressive performance
• Bluetooth 5.0 MIDI — truly wireless control
• Premium aluminium build at only 370 g with travel case
• 192 mappable controls across 12 pages

⚠️ Cons:

• No motorized faders — encoders only (by design for portability)
• Requires OXI App for deep configuration

With its LED-ringed encoders, scene morphing, and wireless connectivity packed into an aluminium shell that fits in your bag, the OXI Instruments E16 redefines what a portable MIDI controller can do — grab it at Soundium.