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Mackie Big Knob Studio 3x2 Studio Monitor Controller
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Now with three products in the Big Knob lineup, studios of any size will benefit from the professional source/monitor selection and precise level control that made the original such a popular choice. Plus, with the addition of high-resolution Onyx USB recording and playback, studios get a powerful, hybrid solution that is truly greater than the sum of its parts.
More Than meets the eye
Sure, we all know the Mackie Big Knob is the go-to monitor controller for studios the world over. But, now that we've added in the high-resolution goodness of an Onyx recording and playback solution, Big Knob truly becomes the nerve center for your studio. Or, if you are looking for excruciatingly simple volume control/monitor switching, the Big Knob Passive delivers at an amazing price.
Proven - Pro Source and Monitor Selection
The Mackie Big Knob has proven itself for more than a decade as the go-to monitor controlling solution for project and professional studios. The all-new Big Knob family takes the best of this classic workflow, delivering the right solution for the modern studio.
HI-Rez - Premium Onyx Recording/Playback
Both the Big Knob Studio and Big Knob Studio+ offer high-resolution USB interfacing at resolutions up to 192 kHz, featuring dual Onyx mic preamps, delivering an ultra-wide 60 dB of gain range and award-winning sound quality.
Comprehensive - Flexible Integration
The expanded Big Knob lineup offers models with unique feature sets and I/O to suit a huge range of applications. Features like dual headphone outs, a dedicated amp-driven studio out, a true cue mix and more ensure Big Knob will fit right into your studio or workspace.
Mackie Big Knob Studio 3x2 Studio Monitor Controller Features:
- Monitor Controller | Interface.
- Professional source and monitor selection.
- Choose between 3 sources and 2 monitor pairs.
- Classic Big Knob volume control.
- Independent trim on all sources and monitor outs.
- Mono, mute and dim functions.
- Flexible 2x2 USB recording interface.
- Two boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps including phantom power for condenser microphones.
- High-resolution 192kHz / 24-bit recording and playback.
- Cue mix allows controlled blending of direct inputs with other signals for zero-latency recording.
- Choice of recording paths provide flexibility for applications like podcasting.
- Comprehensive feature set for professional studios.
- Flexible source connections including convenient 1/8" input for your smartphone.
- Dual headphone outs with independent level control.
- Built-in talkback mic for easy communication with artists.
- 16-segment high-resolution input source metering.
- Sturdy "Built-Like-A-Tank" design.
- Compatible with all major DAWs on both Mac and Windows.
- Includes Tracktion recording software.
Mackie Big Knob Studio Specifications:
Frequency Response Unity gain, +4 dBu All inputs: ±0.5 dB, 20 Hz - 20 kHz Unity gain, +4 dBu All outputs: ±0.5 dB, 20 Hz - 20 kHz Noise Characteristics 159 ohm terminated, 22 kHz bandwidth Mic inputs to outputs (EIN): <-125 dBu RMS, A-weighted Line inputs to outputs: <-90 dBu RMS, un-weighted Distortion (THD+N) Unity gain, 1 kHz @ +4 dBu input, 80 kHz bandwidth All Inputs to outputs: < 0.01%, un-weighted Crosstalk (between left and right channels) Unity gain, -1 dBFS input Mic inputs to outputs: <-60 dB at 1 kHz Line inputs to outputs: <-60 dB at 1 kHz Attenuation Muted: -60 dB Dim -20 dB Maximum Levels (before clipping) All inputs: +22 dBu All outputs: +22 dBu Input Type Input Type: Female XLR balanced / unbalanced
Female 1/4" balanced / unbalanced
Female 1/8" unbalancedOutput Type Output Type: Female 1/4" balanced / unbalanced USB Format: USB 2.0, 24-bit, 192 kHz Power Requirements Universal Power Supply: 100 - 240 V ~ 50/50 Hz 0.75A Physical Dimensions and Weight Shipping: Packed and shipped with TLC from idjnow HQ, Ronkonkoma, NY. Height: 3.2" / 81 mm Width: 9.9" / 251 mm Depth: 6.4" / 163 mm Weight: 3.5 lb / 1.6 kg
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