Obsidian Control NX1-16 ONYX 16 Universe Lighting Controller

The Obsidian NX1-16 delivers a full-featured, ultra-compact lighting control solution built for professionals. Powered by the robust ONYX software platform, the NX1-16 brings together industrial-grade hardware and intuitive control capabilities - letting you manage up to 16 universes of DMX, Art-Net, sACN, or ONYX X-Net without compromise. Despite its travel-ready footprint, this console packs serious power: a bright 10.1" full-HD multi-touch screen, a 500 GB NVMe SSD for rapid load times, a 16 GB DDR5 memory buffer, and an Intel CPU with UHD graphics to smoothly handle complex lighting setups.

On the surface, NX1-16 puts all essential controls right at your fingertips. Ten fully motorized 60 mm playback faders - each with four assignable buttons - combine with ten additional customizable playback/function keys, a Playback Select button, and a dedicated Master Go section with Go, Pause, Snap, and Release controls. For deeper fixture control, four digital rotary encoders (with push function and status LEDs) are provided, along with virtual keypad support. This layout offers a seamless, tactile, and efficient workflow for live shows, tours, theaters, houses of worship, or broadcast environments.

Under the hood, NX1-16 is built to perform under demanding production conditions. An industrial-grade motherboard, quiet copper-heat-pipe cooling design, and ready support for external USB touchscreens ensure reliability and flexibility. Connectivity is extensive - with four DMX/RDM universe ports, dual gigabit network ports, multiple USB ports, HDMI video output, audio I/O, and even USB-powered desk lamp support for work in low-light environments. All of this - packaged in a rugged, portable console - makes the NX1-16 a go-to controller for small to mid-size productions needing full ONYX power in a compact form.

Key Features

• Compact, portable lighting console - full ONYX experience in an ultra-compact package.
• 10.1" full-HD multi-touch screen plus support for external touch display.
• Full ONYX license - control up to 16 universes of DMX/Art-Net/sACN/X-Net.
• 10 motorized playback faders with 4 assignable buttons each, plus 10 customizable playback/function keys.
• Dedicated Master Go section (Go, Pause, Snap, Release) for reliable cue execution.
• 4 digital rotary encoders with push-function and status LEDs for fine fixture parameter control.
• Industrial-grade hardware: Intel CPU, 500 GB NVMe SSD, 16 GB DDR5 RAM, Intel UHD graphics.
• Quiet thermal design using copper heat-pipe cooling - ideal for live venues and tour environments.
• Extensive connectivity: 4x DMX/RDM (5-pin locking XLR), 2x Gigabit RJ45 Ethernet, 1x HDMI, 2x USB 3.2, 2x USB 2.0, 3.5 mm audio in/out, USB-powered desk lamp, IP65 lockable power input.
• Expandable with optional keypad and motorized playback wing (via magnetic alignment) for larger setups.

Technical Specifications

Surface: 10x 60 mm motorized playback faders (each with 4 assignable buttons), 10x customizable playback or multi-function keys, Playback Select button, Master Go section (Go, Pause, Snap, Release), 4x digital rotary encoders with push function and LED status for fixture parameter control, Virtual keypad control.

Hardware: Industrial 10.1" TFT 16:9 touchscreen (1920x1200 px), 500 GB NVMe M.2 storage drive, Industrial motherboard with Intel CPU, Quiet thermal design using advanced copper heat-pipe coolers, 16 GB DDR5 RAM, Intel UHD graphics processor, Windows IoT Embedded operating system, OS installation via USB 3.0 storage device, Supports Windows USB touchscreens.

Connections: 4x DMX/RDM Universe In/Out via 5-pin locking XLR, External Display: 1x HDMI, Network: 2x Gigabit RJ45 Ethernet for Art-Net, sACN, ONYX X-Net, Storage & Peripherals: 2x USB 3.2 + 2x USB 2.0, Audio Out & Mic In: 2x 3.5 mm jack, Desk Lamp: USB 5 V, IP65 locking power input.

Dimensions: 25" (width) x 11.75" (length / depth) x 2.8" (height)
Weight: 17.8 lb
Power: 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz, 104 W