Studio Monitor Controllers

Notes: The MONITOR1 Premium Passive Stereo Monitor and Volume Controller takes the analogue signal to the next level, putting high-resolution audio level control right at your fingertips. With no active circuitry or digital artifacts to color the sound, you can instantly adjust the level of your active studio monitors. The large volume knob makes it easy to dial-in the perfect level every time, without having to reach for your mixer or your mouse. With XLR/TRS combo Inputs and XLR Outputs, as well as two 3.5 mm (1/8") jacks, MONITOR1 is ultra-easy to connect to your current system - and it is so affordable.

Although it sounds contradictory, the MONITOR1 is totally passive, meaning external power is not required and there is no active circuitry to affect the purity of the analogue signal coming from your mixer or audio interface. MONITOR1 doesn't get in the way of your sound source, and will not add any distortion or RF interference to your system. So whether you're recording in your bedroom or laying down tracks at a professional recording studio, MONITOR1 makes sure the volume is always exactly where you need it, when you need it. And when it's time for a break, just press the convenient Mute button to turn the sound completely off.

Small knobs make for low precision. Conversely, the bigger the knob is, the higher the precision. Think of a knob as a circle. On a small circle/knob, the distance from one degree to the next is very small, making it difficult to dial-in perfection. On MONITOR1's big knob, the distance between degrees of the circle is much larger, allowing you to make high-precision adjustments with ease. MONITOR1's bigger knob helps you set levels fast and accurately.

MONITOR1 takes up a fraction of the space on your desk as your mixer, and thanks to its tiny footprint it's never in the way. But even though it is small, MONITOR1 is all about quality, all the way from the stereo XLR/TRS combo and 1/8" Inputs to the XLR and 1/8" Outputs. Built from the highest-grade components, MONITOR1 is the perfect way to put a little easy into your current studio monitoring setup.

Notes: With a Fostex PC-1e(B), you can remotely control the volume of both left and right speakers which makes it a great addition for music and video playback on a PC. It is compact for desktop use.

The passive type Fostex PC-1e(B) volume controller features a robust metal chassis and machined aluminum knob. It does not need a battery to power. It also comes with a stereo mini cable (80cm) and 2 RCA pin cable (100cm).

Notes: With a Fostex PC-1e(W), you can remotely control the volume of both left and right speakers which makes it a great addition for music and video playback on a PC. It is compact for desktop use.

The passive type PC-1e(W) volume controller features a robust metal chassis and machined aluminum knob. It does not need battery to power. It also comes with a stereo mini cable (80cm) and 2 RCA pin cable (100cm).

Notes: The IMG Stage Line ILA100RCA passive stereo level control (RCA version) is designed for a precise volume control of line signals. It is used for inserting between analog signal sources and amplifiers or active speakers, e.g. between a PC sound card and active speaker systems.

The IMG Stage Line ILA100RCA features:

1 x stereo RCA input, 1 x 3.5mm stereo input
1 x stereo RCA output, 1 x 3.5mm stereo output
Large, easy-turning level control
Mute button
Frequency range: 20-20000Hz
Passive, no power supply required
High-quality metal console housing with brushed aluminium front panel
Dimensions: 142mm x60mm x 86mm
Weight: 300g

Notes: Welcome Nano Patch+.

SM Pro Audio's Nano Patch+ is the perfect symbiosis of their bestseller Nano Patch and iNano. You also could say the Nano Patch+ is the Nano Patch with the mini jack I/O of the iNano and it's silver colour. Something else? Well yes, it has the same price as the Nano Patch. Nothing more and nothing less. It's that simple.

The Nano Patch+ really comes into its own when connected between your computer audio interface/soundcard master outputs and a pair of active (powered) monitor speakers. One of the benefits of passive volume attenuation is that you no longer have to control volumes with your software's master volume fader. Reducing levels from your software only reduces the audio bit depth. It is much more appropriate to keep your software masters at unity and attenuate the audio to your active monitors with a passive controller like the Nano Patch+. This way you can maintain maximum audio resolution and attenuate your monitoring volume with the confidence that the sonic integrity of your audio is not compromised.

No active circuitry, buffers, transistors, batteries, or power supply of any kind can interfere with the main passive output of the Nano Patch+. It simply delivers attenuated signal. Pure, simple transparent.