Playing music on the go is great, regardless of whether it’s in the park, on the train, or at the beach. You never know when creativity will strike. Unfortunately, your favorite stand-alone groove box is very power-hungry so is it even possible to portably power it without carrying a huge battery around?
The short answer is yes, you can portably power the Native Instruments MASCHINE+. The most practical and affordable way is to use portable PD chargers (also called USB-C PD power banks). PD stands for “Power Delivery” which is a fast-charging standard for smartphones and laptops. But how can you utilize these powerful batteries to power your “Maschine Plus”?
How to power Native Instruments MASCHINE+ from portable USB-C PD power banks?
This is where our new product comes into play: The Birdcord PD 15V power cable allows you to connect a USB-C PD power bank to your Maschine+ and it also tells the power bank to switch to 15V. This method gives you 45 Watts of power (3A@15V) so you can easily power your Maschine+.
Quick Facts: Elektron Digitakt II Mobile Setup
| Device | Native Instruments MASCHINE+ |
| Supply voltage | 15 V DC |
| Current draw | max. 2.66 A |
| Power consumption | max. 40 W |
| Connector | 5.5 x 2.5 mm |
| Polarity | Center positive |
| Power source | USB-C power bank* |
| Compatible power converter | Birdcord PD 15V |
| Status | Tested and verified |
*Note: Requires a USB-C power bank with USB Power Delivery (PD) support. The power rating should be higher than the power consumption.
What You Need
✅ Birdcord PD 15V – A compact USB-C power cable that requests 15 V output from a compatible USB-C power bank and delivers it to the Native Instruments MASCHINE+. View product
✅ USB-C Power Bank – A power bank that supports USB Power Delivery (PD). A minimum rating of 45 W and 20,000 mAh is recommended. Recommended: INIU 65 W 20,000 mAh USB-C PD Power Bank
✅ USB-C cable – To connect the power bank to the Birdcord PD 15V (usually included with the power bank). View product
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How long can the Native Instruments MASCHINE+ run on a USB-C power bank?
From experience, a 20,000 mAh battery will last 8 to 9 hours powering the Maschine+.
I already have a power bank. Will it work?
Yes, if it supports USB Power Delivery (PD) and is rated 45W or higher.
If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch via email (dieter@songbirdfx.com) or Instagram.
(Post updated on July 24th, 2026)
