From DIY to the MARKET: Meet the SHIK's N32B!
A review of the SHIK N32B kit, its 32 assignable knobs, buttons, display, and setup workflow.
The SHIK N32B is a kit for assembling a MIDI controller with 32 assignable knobs, buttons, and a display. SHIK supplied the kit for this evaluation. It covers the hardware and configuration workflow; follow SHIK’s current assembly instructions for a complete build.
Controls and kit contents
The N32B control surface.
The controller has 32 assignable knobs configured through SHIK’s web editor, plus buttons and a display for navigating MIDI channels and presets. The kit contents are described as a PCB, the necessary components, and an anodized aluminum faceplate. A walnut enclosure was not part of Gustavo’s reviewed build.
Assembly and configuration overview
Assembly work on the controller.
The setup workflow includes assembling the kit, updating firmware through SHIK’s web editor and checking MIDI output with MIDI monitor software. Knob behavior and MIDI channel can be configured. Consult SHIK’s current documentation for detailed assembly and firmware instructions.
After assembling and testing the supplied kit, I found the PCB and faceplate well made. This impression applies to the reviewed kit. Check current price, availability and kit contents with SHIK before purchase.
