All In One Low Noise Integrated Talkback Mic Phono Preamp

When its time to get down to the business of recording or mixing, the last thing youll want to do is crawl under your desk and run cables. The ultra-handy CONTROL2USB gets you off your knees, putting Master Volume, Talkback, Source selection and Monitor control right at your fingertips. Now you can choose from up to 3 sets of active studio monitors and 4 different stereo input sources to create powerful, custom monitor mixes. Plus the built-in Talkback mic lets you communicate directly with the talent. The incredibly-versatile CONTROL2USB makes you the master of your domain!

The high-quality, built-in USB audio interface lets you connect directly to your computer and its digital library, creating the ultimate sound source control center with no additional hardware or drivers required.

We gave the CONTROL2USB enough connectivity to handle just about anything youre likely to plug in. Four stereo Inputs allow you to connect a CD player, MP3 player, computer/ DAW and even a turntable, thanks to the built-in high-end RIAA preamp. Plus you can connect keyboards, drum machines or anything else youd like to put through your monitors.

Key Features

• Premium, ultra-low noise and high headroom studio control and communication center
• All-in-one Master Volume controller, Source selector, Monitor switcher and Talkback box
• 4 stereo inputs with independent level controls plus additional Monitor Mix input for your DAW
• 3 independent and adjustable Monitor outputs to connect up to 3 sets of studio monitors
• Built-in Talkback microphone with Level control for direct communication with musicians
• Large Volume knob with true VCA control for extremely precise level adjustments
• Built-in stereo USB Audio Interface, perfect for computer-based studios
• Premium-quality phono preamp for direct turntable connection
• 2 powerful headphone amplifiers with separate volume controls
• Convenient Mono, Mute and Dim functions right at your fingertips
• High-precision dual 12-segment LED meters with input/output source switch
• "Planet Earth" switching power supply for maximum flexibility (100 - 240 V~), noise-free audio, superior transient response plus low power consumption for energy savings

Technical Specifications

Frequency Response
Line level inputs and outputs
¼ jack, balanced or unbalanced:
10 Hz to 40 kHz (+0 dB/ -1 dB)
Phono input:
20 Hz to 20 kHz (+1 dB)
Distortion (THD & IMD)
Line level inputs to line level outputs )unity gain):
<0.02 percent, 20 kHz @ +4 dBu
Phono input:
<0.10 percent, 20 Hz to 20 kHz @ +4dBu
Noise Floor
Unity gain with Input 1, 2 and 3 assigned:
-86 dBu, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Monitor A, B and C outputs, studio output, DAW, 2 track A & B outputs:
-90 dBu, 20 Hz to 20 Khz
Phono input:
-75 dBu, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Equivalent input noise (E.I.N.):
-119 dBu, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Dynamic Range
Line inputs:
107 dB
Phono input:
88 dB
Crosstalk
Adjacent inputs:
95 dB @ 1 kHz
Left to right/right to left:
85 dB@ 1 kHz
Muted/level off:
95 dB @ 1 kHz
Control Range
Input level:
+10 dB
Output level:
-12 dB to 0 dB
Dim switch:
0 dB/-20 dB
Rated Input Voltage
Line inputs (+4 dB level setting):
+4dBu/+30 dBu (nominal/maximum)
Line inputs (-10 dB level setting):
-10 dBu/+15 dBu (nominal/maximum)
Phono input @ 1 kHz, nominal gain:
5 mV/90 mV (nominal/maximum)
Rated Output Voltage
All line outputs (+4 dB level setting):
+4 dBu/+21 dBu (nominal/maximum)
All line level outputs (-10 dB level setting):
-10 dBu/+8 dBu (nominal/maximum)
Maximum Voltage Gain
Input 1, 2 and 3 to:
Monitor A, B and C outputs:
+32 dB
DAW, 2 track A & B, and phones (rear) outputs:
+22 dB
Studio output:
32 dB
Phones 1 & 2 outputs:
32 dB (output loaded @ 100 k ohms)
Monitor mix input to:
Phones (rear) outputs:
12 dB
Studio output:
22 dB
Phones 1 & 2 outputs:
22 dB (output loaded @ 100 k ohms)
Phono input @ 1 kHz to:
Monito A, B and C outputs:
65 dB
DAW, 2 track A & B, and phones (rear) outputs:
55 dB
Studio output:
66 dB
Phones 1 & 2 outputs:
66 dB (output loaded @ 100 k ohms)
Input Impedance
Line input:
20 k ohms balanced / 14 k unbalanced
Phono input:
40 k ohms
Output Impedance
Line output:
200 ohms balanced / 100 ohms unbalanced
Headphone output:
50 ohms
Input/Output VU Meters
12 segment LED:
CLIP, +10, +7, +4, +2, 0, -2, -4, -7, -10, -20, -30 dB
Talkback Section
Automatic gain control (AGC):
Yes
Nominal output level:
_4 dBu (+4 dB output level setting)
Output level range:
-inifinty +10 dB
Power supply/Voltage (Fuses)
Mains voltage:
100-240 V~, 50/60 Hz
Fuse:
T 1AH 250 V
Power Consumption:
15 W
Mains connection:
Standard IEC receptacle
USB
Audio:
Stereo in/out
Connector:
Type B
Sample Rate:
44.1/48 kHz
Dimensions H x W x D:
87 x 389 x 198mm (3.4 x 15.3 x 7.8)
Weight:
2.4 (5.3 lbs)