Nonlinear Labs Manuals & User Guides

Nonlinear Labs is a German musical instrument manufacturer based in Berlin, founded in 2011. The company focuses on developing advanced digital instruments specifically designed for performing musicians who prioritize playability, expressiveness, and durability.

Their flagship product, the C15 synthesizer, is a high-resolution digital instrument that combines deep sound synthesis capabilities with a human-centric interface. Unlike many modern synthesizers that rely on static samples, Nonlinear Labs instruments emphasize real-time sound generation and physical control, bridging the gap between acoustic instrument playability and digital sound design.

• How do I perform a firmware update on the C15?

  אראפקאפיע די דערהייַנטיקן file from the Nonlinear Labs website, save it to the root directory of the included USB flash drive (do not unpack it), insert the drive into the C15, and restart the instrument to begin the process.

• What are the power supply requirements for the Nonlinear Labs C15?

  The C15 requires an 18–20 V DC power adapter with at least 2.5 A. The plug should have a 2.5 mm inner contact (+) and a 5.5 mm outer contact (-). Using non-original adapters is at your own risk.

• How do I connect to the C15 Graphical User Interface (GUI)?

  The C15 creates its own Wi-Fi hotspot. Connect your device (tablet, laptop) to the C15 network using the provided passphrase, then open a browser and navigate to 192.168.8.2.

• Does the C15 support MIDI?

  Yes, with the Studio Package software update, the C15 supports MIDI over USB, allowing it to send and receive Note, Control Change, and Program Change messages.

• How do I initialize a sound on the C15?

  Press the 'Sound' button on the edit panel, then press Soft Button 4 to select 'Init', and confirm by pressing Enter. This resets parameters to their default values.