Swapping Buttons on Your Oakboard Mini or Slide Duo
Summary:
All Oakboard Mini, Mini 2, and Slide Duo controllers use the same interchangeable silicone buttons. Replacing them takes approximately 10 minutes and requires only a Phillips screwdriver. This guide walks you through the process step-by-step and includes important precautions to ensure proper installation and avoid damage to your device.
Oakboard Mini (and Mini 2)
Tools Required:
Phillips screwdriver
Instructions:
Remove the four large screws on the back of the enclosure using a Phillips screwdriver.
Hold the enclosure lid and base together, then carefully flip the unit over so the buttons face upward.
Lift the top half of the enclosure to expose the six buttons resting on the PCB.
Remove any buttons you wish to replace, and insert the new ones in their place.
Ensure that each button post (the small silicone stem that aligns the button to the PCB) is properly seated in its corresponding PCB hole.
Replace the top half of the enclosure, keeping the buttons aligned.
Hold the enclosure together, flip it back over, and reinstall the four screws.
Tip:
Before closing the enclosure, verify that all button posts are seated properly. Misaligned buttons can cause unresponsive or inconsistent performance.
Oakboard Slide Duo
Tools Required:
Phillips screwdriver
Instructions:
Remove the six large screws from the back of the enclosure using a Phillips screwdriver.
Hold the enclosure lid and base together, then flip the unit over so the controls face upward.
Carefully remove both fader caps.
Remove the four smaller screws located above and below the fader stems.
Lift the top half of the enclosure to access the buttons.
Remove any buttons you wish to replace, and insert the new ones in their place.
Ensure that each button post (the small silicone stem that aligns the button to the PCB) is properly seated in its corresponding PCB hole.
Replace the top half of the enclosure, reinstall the four screws around the faders, replace the fader caps (be sure to leave a little space so the caps don't create friction and impede movement).
Hold the enclosure together, flip it back over, and reinstall the four screws.
Important:
If the fader caps and screws are not removed before lifting the enclosure lid, the fader modules can be damaged and may require professional service at the Oaktone workshop.
Final Checks for Both Models
Before securing the lid completely, double-check that:
All silicone button posts are correctly seated in the PCB holes.
No buttons are pinched or tilted.
Improperly seated buttons may not function correctly, so ensure everything is aligned before final assembly.