Mackie Big Knob Studio+: Comprehensive Monitoring and Recording Solution for Any Studio
Combining comprehensive control over your studio monitors with a high-resolution USB audio interface, the Mackie Big Knob Studio+ delivers big value for project studios. Dedicated buttons on the Mackie Big Knob Studio+allow you to switch between four input sources and three pairs of speakers, with trim controls on the speaker outputs to balance volume between sets of monitors. And with two Onyx mic preamps onboard, two headphone outputs, and Talkback functionality, the Mackie Big Knob Studio+ monitor controller and interface is a complete monitoring and recording solution.
Mackie Big Knob Studio+ offers comprehensive connectivity for recording and monitoring
There’s a lot you can do with the Mackie Big Knob Studio+. As an audio interface, you can record two channels of 24-bit/192kHz audio courtesy of dual Onyx mic preamps. A Direct Monitoring option allows for no-latency recording, and built-in headphone outs are ready for artist monitoring. If you’re like recording engineers, you know the importance of reliable studio communication. With built-in talkback functionality, you’ll be able to communicate easily with your artists. A stereo aux input on the front panel makes it easy for artists to plug in a music player to hear a reference track. And of course, you have complete control over input source and monitor switching. For the cost of a typical USB audio interface, the Mackie Big Knob Studio+ offers much more.
Mackie Big Knob Studio+ Monitor Controller/USB Audio Interface Features:
- Studio monitor controller and USB audio interface
- Dual Onyx preamps for recording high-fidelity, low-noise audio
- Easily switch between four input sources and three monitor pairs
- Trim controls allow you to balance the volume of different pairs of monitors
- Talkback for communicating with artists
- Headphone outputs for artist monitoring
- Stereo aux input for connecting music player for reference tracks
- Large volume knob for easy level adjustments
- Handy buttons for Mono, Mute, and Dim
- Dedicated amp-driven Studio Out for headphone distribution systems
Tech Specs
- Input Channels:4 x sources
- Output Channels:3 x stereo monitors
- Analog Inputs:4 x 1/4″ TRS (line), 2 x XLR-1/4″ combo (mic), 2 x 1/4″ (cue), 1 x 1/8″ (aux in), 1 x XLR (external talkback)
- Analog Outputs:6 x 1/4″ (monitors A/B/C), 2 x 1/4″ (2-track), 2 x 1/4″ (studio/phones)
- Headphones:2 x 1/4″
- USB:1 x Type B
- Computer Connectivity:USB
- Talkback:Built-in
- A/D Resolution:24-bit/192kHz
- Software:Traktion
- Compatibility:Mac, Windows
- Form Factor:Desktop
- Power Supply:18V DC power supply (included)
- Height:3.2″
- Width:11.9″
- Depth:6.8″
- Weight:4.6 lbs.