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Mackie Big Knob Passive 2x2 Bundle TAPH100 Headphones Platinum Pro 10' TRS Cable
Passive 2x2 studio monitor controller bundled with headphones and a 10' TRS cable
- Pristine audio with 10 Hz – 30 kHz frequency response
- Passive design keeps signal path free of active electronics
- Quick Mute, Mono and Dim buttons streamline workflow
- Rugged build withstands daily studio use
- Versatile 1/4" and 1/8" inputs suit many setups
Mackie Big Knob Passive 2x2 Controller
The Mackie Big Knob Passive 2x2 is a passive studio monitor controller designed for desktop audio management. It provides simple 2x2 input and monitor switching without active electronics in the signal path. This unit suits home studios, streamers and engineers who need transparent level control and source selection. The bundle adds TAPH100 headphones and a 10' TRS cable for immediate use.
Passive Signal Path Limits
A passive design means the controller adds no gain and requires no power supply, preserving the purest audio path possible. The frequency response is rated at 0 dBu Input: +/-1dB, 10Hz - 30kHz for accurate, uncoloured reproduction. Signal level and impedance are determined entirely by the connected sources and monitors. Users needing remote control, talkback or metered output will find those functions absent.
Upgrade From Software Mixing
This hardware controller replaces software-based volume management and manual cable swapping at the interface. The jump is worth it when instant Mute, Mono and Dim switching improve workflow during tracking or mixing sessions. Builders who need more than two stereo sources or monitors, or who require active gain staging, should look elsewhere. The included headphones and cable complete a basic monitoring chain.
Highlights
- Pristine audio with 10 Hz – 30 kHz frequency response
- Passive design keeps signal path free of active electronics
- Quick Mute, Mono and Dim buttons streamline workflow
- Rugged build withstands daily studio use
- Versatile 1/4" and 1/8" inputs suit many setups
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
Questions about this item
Should I choose the bundle with the TAPH100 headphones and 10' TRS cable or buy the controller alone?
The bundle adds Mackie TAPH100 headphones and a 10' TRS cable for immediate monitoring and connection, saving separate purchases.
What does the 0 dBu input with +/-1dB from 10Hz to 30kHz mean for my mixes?
It delivers a flat, uncoloured response across the full audible range so mixing decisions translate accurately to other systems.
Which connectors does the 2x2 controller use and what do they support?
Female 1/4" balanced or unbalanced and female 1/8" unbalanced inputs let you switch two sources and two monitor pairs passively.
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