The Mackie Big Knob Studio Monitor Controller has proven itself for more than a decade as the go-to monitor controlling solution for project and professional studios. The all-new Mackie Big Knob Studio takes the best of this classic workflow, delivering the right solution for the modern studio.

Premium ONYX Recording/Playback

The Mackie Big Knob Studio offers high-resolution USB interfacing (with resolutions up to 192 kHz), featuring dual Onyx mic preamps, delivering an ultra-wide 60 dB of gain range and award-winning sound quality.

Flexible Integration

The Mackie Big Knob Studio offers unique feature set 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 the Mackie Big Knob Studio will fit right into your studio or workspace.

• 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 96kHz / 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

• Frequency Response at Unity gain, +4 dBu Input: All Inputs/Outputs; ±0.5 dB, 20 Hz – 20 KHz
• Noise Characteristics (150 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; -20dB
• Maximum Levels (Before Clipping): All Inputs/Outputs: +22 dBu
• Input Type: Female XLR balanced/ unbalanced, Female 1/4" balanced / unbalanced, Female 1/8" unbalanced
• Output Type: Female 1/4" balanced / unbalanced
• USB: Format; USB 2.0, 24-bit, 192 kHz
• Power Requirements: Universal Power Supply, 100 – 240 V~ 50/60 Hz 0.75A
• Dimensions: (H x W x D) (3.2 in x 9.9 in x 6.4 in), (79mm x 137mm x 142mm)
• Weight: 3.5 lb / 1.6 kg

• Big Knob Studio Monitor Controller
• Owners Manual
• 1 Year Warranty