Obsidian Control NX W 16 Universe USB Control Surface

The Obsidian NX W is a powerful, portable control surface designed to deliver professional-grade lighting control for users of the ONYX platform. Through its USB-C connection, NX W offers a responsive, high-precision hardware interface — enabling lighting designers and operators to control shows directly from any PC system running ONYX. With an ergonomic layout reminiscent of larger NX series consoles, NX W offers familiar tactile feedback and intuitive layout, meaning seasoned ONYX users can transition instantly with no additional setup required.

Built for speed, accuracy, and creative flexibility, NX W combines motorized playback faders, RGB-backlit optical buttons, rotary encoders, and a comprehensive keypad. This setup gives lighting professionals fine-tuned control over fixtures, cues, and live playback — even in low-light conditions thanks to bright, color-coded status LEDs.

Despite its compact and portable footprint, NX W delivers extensive connectivity. It includes multiple DMX/RDM output ports, Gigabit Ethernet for Art-Net and sACN, and a USB-A slot for license expansion — making it ideal for lighting rigs of all sizes. Whether you're programming a show in the studio or running a live production on stage, NX W gives you a rock-solid, full-featured control surface that performs.

Key Features

• Fully featured, portable and lightweight control surface for PC-based ONYX
• 10 motorized playback faders (60 mm) with RGB backlight for clear status visualization
• Low-latency, high-speed optical buttons with RGB backlight for playback commands and programming
• 10 customizable multi-function keys and full numerical keypad + command section for flexible control mapping
• Master Go section with Go, Pause, Snap and Release controls for show playback management
• 4 digital rotary encoders (push-function) with RGB status LED for fixture parameter control
• Blind / HighLight / Last / Next buttons for quick selection and navigation
• Supports DMX, RDM, Art-Net, sACN and ONYX X-Net protocols via multiple connections
• Plug-and-play USB-C connectivity to any PC running ONYX — no additional setup required
• Upgradeable ONYX license (via USB-A slot) allowing expansion beyond 16 Universes when needed

Technical Specifications

Surface: 10 × 60 mm motorized RGB backlit playback faders, each with 4 function-assignable buttons; 10 customizable multi-function keys; Master Go section with Go, Pause, Snap and Release; 4 digital rotary encoders (push-function) with RGB status LED for fixture parameter control; Blind / HighLight / Last / Next buttons; Full numerical keypad and command keys; All buttons are high-speed optical with RGB backlight.

Connections: 4 × DMX / RDM Universe In/Out via 5-pin locking XLR; 1 × Gigabit RJ45 Ethernet for Art-Net, sACN and ONYX X-Net; Locking Power In / Thru; 1 × USB-A expansion slot for ONYX license keys; USB-C input to PC.

Requirements: Windows 11 64-bit (Home, Pro or Enterprise); 8th generation Intel Core processor or newer (or comparable AMD processor)*; 16 GB RAM; SSD storage; At least 40 GB free disk space for software and content; Widescreen monitor, minimum 1280×768 (capacitive multi-touchscreen recommended); USB-C port.

Dimensions: 12.2″ (L) × 21.3″ (W) × 3.15″ (H)
Weight: 13.2 lbs
Electrical: 100–240 V nominal, 50/60 Hz, 30 W power draw