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Mackie Big Knob Desktop Studio Monitor System

by Mackie
3.7 out of 5 stars 17 customer reviews
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  • Tabletop level control/monitor switcher/source selector & talkback boxBig, convenient volume knob for precise level adjustmentsSwitches among 3 sets of studio monitorsBuilt-in talkback microphone eases communication with musiciansMonitor 4 independent stereo inputs including one for your DAW MixDual headphone outputs with independent volume controls and headphone mix busPhono preamp for direct turntable connectionHigh-end studio sound quality and robust constructionPerfect for computer-based stu
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Item Weight 9.7 pounds
Product Dimensions 5.9 x 13.5 x 3.2 inches
Shipping Weight 8.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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Origin Made in USA or Imported
ASIN B0006GPYDQ
Item model number Big Knob
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3.7 out of 5 stars 17 customer reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars
Best Sellers Rank #13,368 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
#49 in Musical Instruments > Recording Equipment > Studio Monitors
Date first available at Amazon.com October 2, 2001

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3.0 out of 5 starsBig Knob vs. Central Station
By Peter C. Turner on July 1, 2013
Mackie Big Knob Desktop Studio Monitor System]]I've read many reviews comparing the Big Knob to the Presonus Central Station. I can speak first hand to this. I've had a CS for 4 or 5 years. It's the main audio out for my studio. It went out over a month ago, no audio. Talked to Presonus tech support several times. They thought it was the power supply. They don't make them anymore for this first model CS. They said I was in great luck because they found the last used one in their shop and sent it to me free. 2 weeks pass with only one set of monitors plugged into my workstation instead of 3 I normally run for comparison. I get the thing and it turns out the power supply is not the problem. I have to return the CS to Presonus. 1 week shipping, 1 week repair, 1 week return. $50 shipping ground, $85 standard repair fee. Too long to work without a monitor controller, so I bought the Big Knob. It sounded very good at first connection. Finally got the CS back after about 5 weeks. Replaced the Mackie with the Big Knob. Here's what I heard.

The BK is very dynamic and offers more gain than the CS. It sounds good. But the CS is noticeably more transparent probably due to passive electronics. Quite noticeable on a well recorded acoustic piano for example. If you were just doing rock or hiphop, you might even prefer the BK. It has perhaps more umph. For clearity, the CS wins. Im keeping the BK because I can feed it audio from the CS line out to control a subwoofer, something I couldn't do with the CS alone while feeding 3 monitor sets at the same time.
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5.0 out of 5 starsThe best tool for the "other side" of your mixes
By Phillip G. on January 20, 2014
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I added the Big Knob to my small home-based studio. This was perfect for my multi-use, PC-based setup. While I have a TEAC TM-D1000 16 channel mixer for input duties, I was lacking in a simple method to switch between two different monitoring sets (Mackie HR824 mkII and a small set of bookshelf speakers to hear what mixes would sound played over a typical small home stereo) and different audio sources. The Big Knob allowed me to consolidate the "output" side of my workstation and have up-front, easy-to-reach controls for volume, signal routing and level indications. The two channel headphone amps/outputs are very welcome. The unbalanced signal paths and low-noise internal amplifiers keep the signal clean and true, adding no noisy artifacts or frequency response aberrations. Every input and output have level controls for normalizing signal levels. With the gain wide open and no signal, the internal preamps are dead silent. The Big Knob includes a phono input with built-in RIAA equalization and amplification for MM phono cartridges. There is a set up shorting plugs for the phono preamp input to use when this feature is not used; when the phono input is selected with nothing connected to it, the phono pre will produce a significant amount of white noise, this goes away when the turntable or the shorting plugs are connected.

The system is very solidly constructed, just like all Mackie products of this type. There is sufficient weight to ensure the thing will not slide around on the table, and won't get tugged about even with a full load of cables connected to the myriad rear panel jacks. The unit is supplied with two line cords, for USA and EU installations, and these cords are very generous in length.Read more ›
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5.0 out of 5 starsBig Knob...more than a BIG deal!
By Peter Birchenough on March 27, 2010
I have a home studio and have used the Big Knob for about 2 years now. This is exactly what I was missing in my chain. Very well made, this thing is constructed like a tank and built to last. I can easily switch between my monitors and headphones with the push of one button and you always know where the volume knobs is. The Big Knob can also make things easier if you are using multiple inputs. My computer is hooked up to one input, my guitar to another and electric keyboard to another....and all with a push of a button or two I can easily select which combination I want to hear. Each input has a gain level knob associated with it. Two headphone jacks are included with individual volumes for each. I have not seen anything on the market that quite compares. Presonus has a similar unit, but it does not appear to be made nearly as well or useful despite it's glowing buttons. You can't go wrong with this at all. I bought mine off an auction site, so shop around for a good deal.
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5.0 out of 5 starsLove my Big Knob (haha)
By Dana L Whittle on February 19, 2014
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I love the tactile controls instead of fiddling around with twisting virtual knobs or panicking when I can't find the volume on a track. I'm using this with a Motu Traveler and Logic Pro X and it offers lots of options for configuring headphones, speakers, etc. So far, it's great! Very well made, hefty, nice looking and a pretty decent price.
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4.0 out of 5 starsMackie Big Knob: Might be considered spendy for a home studio, but effectively simplifies workflow
By Consistent Customer on February 26, 2016
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The unit performs all the functions required. Very flexible input/output routing of sound signals for multiple connections to various studio elements. I use it in conjunction with an analog patch panel so I can run feeds independently to monitors and mixer, which allows levels to be adjusted independently as well. Must say I was surprised that the power cord has only 2 conductors, with no earth ground prong. I would have thought the standard 3-prong power cord would be effective in unifying the grounding of the whole unit, but I have had no problems with hum or noise. I do notice some tiny "static" shocks every so often when I touch the mixer or Big Knob chassis, so I am going to investigate doing a common grounding between various of the metal chassis in my setup. I would say 5 stars except I have no experience with any other product of this type, so cannot compare objectively. But this rating indicates my overall satisfaction with the product. No problems with operation, and no discernible effect on the sound signals passing thru - although my criteria are not stringent. For my purposes (amateur home studio) this works very well, because it greatly simplifies my recording and monitoring workflow.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

2.0 out of 5 stars... knob has a ton of features and was the perfect compliment to my...

The big knob has a ton of features and was the perfect compliment to my Mackie HR824 monitoring setup. Read more

Published 4 months ago by Nathan Trujillo
3.0 out of 5 starsThree Stars

This my second one. Had to get another because the switches started shorting out.

Published 9 months ago by Thomas B.
1.0 out of 5 starsA Big Knob Job

Glad to see that there are satisfied users of this product. I for one am not happy at all. The big knob introduced unacceptably high hum into the output chain--even when isolated... Read more

Published 12 months ago by Selina Mead
5.0 out of 5 starsNice studio addition.

Very nice addition to my studio. Allows for easy switching between various monitors and headphones. It also allows for the monitoring of a variety of studio input sources. Read more

Published 12 months ago by D.W. Graves
4.0 out of 5 starsFour Stars

Great !!

Published 12 months ago by Samuel Calhoun
5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

Works great, sounds great, Happy with purchase, and Seller has great communication!!!!

Published 14 months ago by Brent K
5.0 out of 5 starsTying it all together

The Mackie Big Knob is a must have for any home studio (or pro studio) owner. It acts as a wonderful central switcher for your multiple (3) reference monitors, (2) headphones, and... Read more

Published on March 3, 2013 by Bob McCarroll
5.0 out of 5 starsWorks great

This is the piece of hardware I didn't know I needed, but now it's the heart of my home studio setup. It's easy to set up, easy to use, and does what it says. Read more

Published on December 31, 2012 by W. Erickson
5.0 out of 5 starsMakes life easier in the studio.

This is great for a small home studio. It uncomplicates a lot of wiring and puts the control and switching of monitor feed and headphones at your fingertips. Highly recommended.

Published on November 28, 2012 by Frank Heirtzler

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