Maschine+ Power Bank guide

Cullen James

https://community.native-instruments.com/discussion/comment/205906#Comment_205906

yes, but you’re missing the point.
Watts = Volts * Amps

45 Watts = x * 5

45 / 5 = 9 volts

That’s how that math would work.

lord-carlos

If you have a multimeter you could quickly test it.

That is what I did before plugging in my cable into my gear.

D-One

https://community.native-instruments.com/discussion/comment/205833#Comment_205833

Like I've said repeatedly, I recommend a PD Trigger Cable that asks for a fixed 15 Volts, that's it, it's simple. I dont understand why you keep mentioning other voltages...

Like this:

https://www.amazon.com/compatible-Charger-Portable-outdoor-travel/dp/B0CY9957Y6

or

https://www.adafruit.com/product/5451

Keep in mind sellers sometimes change their listing items on Amazon, so you always gotta double check.

https://community.native-instruments.com/discussion/comment/205952#Comment_205952

Why would you use 9V on a device where the original power brick is 15V ?? AFAIK going lower than required is not dangerous like going way above, but the device might be unstable, crash, etc…

It might work because the power consumption is actually much lower than expected (probably to account for things connected to USB's that also consume power). I have a 12V cable and it does work but not sure how stable it is… Power consumption on computers can peak really high for short periods, I know they do when booting for example.

PK The DJ

On the Maschine+ FAQ on Native Instruments own site, there's one asking if it can be powered with a battery, and the answer includes the comment "15 V (This must be met exactly)"