Michigan Synth Works XVI Desktop USB 16 Channel Fader Bank with CV, I2C, and MIDI 2026 - Metal

Purchased brand new, the Michigan Synth Works XVI Desktop USB 16 Channel Fader Bank has been contained in my smoke-free personal production studio, never been gigged. The XVI is fully functional and like-new both functionally as well as cosmetically. Sale includes original box, TRS MIDI Adaptor, USB-C to Type A USB cable, and Michigan Synth Works sticker.

Shipping includes postal insurance for your purchase price and the XVI will ship double-boxed within one business day of payment.

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XVI Desktop is a 16 channel desktop control surface.  

Features:

• Long throw LED 60mm faders
• 0-5V, 0-10V, -5 to +5V CV ranges per channel
• USB Powered (USB C, Cable included)
• Fully analog CV outputs
• I2C communications as leader or follower
• 1x Fully buffered I2C Port for longer cable runs. (3.5mm TRS)
• USB MIDI and TRS A MIDI (can be used simultaneously with different mappings)
  
• I2C, MIDI, and CV can be used simultaneously
• Enclosure is 220mmx125mmx31mm
• Black case/Red LEDS, White Case/White LEDs.  LEDs are user replaceable,  different color LEDs available separately
• Includes: XVI Desktop Unit, 1.5m USB C to USB A Cable, 1.5m TRS A Midi to MIDI Cable

Item Dimensions: 23cm x 12cm x 4cm

IMPORTANT: This device requires a USC C 5V power supply which supplies 500mA or more (not included) for stand alone use.  It is NOT recommend for use with passive USB hubs, only powered ones.

Other Important note:  As of Serial#4161, all devices have TRS MIDI A.   The spec has been official for a while now so all MiSW devices will conform to TRS MIDI A.  Both types of cables will be available in the shop

Basic Usage instructions:

Front:

Voltage Select switches:  Independent for each channel. Does NOT affect MIDI/I2C data

Back I/O:

USB: USB C connection for power and/or connection to computer.  For use, simply connect to a 5V USB wall wart, 500 mA min (not included).  The device is a class compliant MIDI device and requires no drivers.

I2C: Default State: Follower, Default Address: 0x31

PCB Rear:

Power backpack: This is the power supply for the device.  When converting to the eurorack configuration simply remove.  There is a standard 10pin power header below.