Mackie Big Knob Studio+

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Mackie Big Knob Studio+

Mackie

Big Knob Studio+

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 407306
Brand: Mackie
Model: Big Knob Studio+
Price: $328.90

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The Big Knob Studio+ is a seriously handy piece for anyone running multiple monitors and needing a quick way to route signals. The built-in USB interface is a nice bonus for grabbing vocals or samples on the fly, and the cue mix is a real time-saver for recording. It's a great solution for home studios and smaller commercial setups.

Product Description

  • Mackie Big Knob Studio+
  • Active Monitor Controller
  • For up to three monitor pairs and four stereo sources built-in 2x4 USB audio interface 24-bit / 192 kHz
  • Large volume control
  • Switches for mute
  • mono
  • monitor and signal source
  • Independent trim for all sources and monitor outputs
  • Cue mix function
  • Built-in talkback microphone
  • 16-Segment LED metering
  • +48 V phantom power
  • 2 Mic/line XLR/jack 6.3 mm combo inputs
  • 4 Line inputs: 6.3 mm jack balanced
  • 6 Monitor outputs: 6.3 mm jack balanced
  • 2 Stereo headphone outputs: 6.3 mm jack
  • 1 Stereo line input: 3.5 mm mini jack
  • 2-Track connection: 6.3 mm jack (L/R)
  • Talkback microphone input XLR with footswitch connection 6.3 mm jack
  • USB connection
  • iOS support with optional Lightning to USB 3.0 camera adapter for connection to iPad and iPhone (adapter not included)
  • Power supply connection
  • Steel housing
  • For PC and Mac
  • Dimensions: 302 x 173 x 81 mm
  • Weight: 2.1 kg
  • Includes Tracktion Waveform Recording Software
PROS
  • • Excellent source routing flexibility for complex setups
  • • Solid build quality; feels robust for studio use
  • • Built-in USB interface is genuinely useful for quick tracking
  • • Cue mix functionality is surprisingly effective for vocalists
CONS
  • • USB interface lacks advanced routing options found in dedicated interfaces
  • • Talkback mic quality is adequate, not professional-grade
  • • Limited headroom at higher volumes; can introduce noise

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Key Features

Channels 10
Sources 4 Stereo + 2 Mic/Line
Talkback Built-in XLR mic with footswitch input
Headphone Outs 2 Stereo
Connections XLR, TRS, Mini-Jack, 2-Track, USB
Weight 12.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

No, the Big Knob Studio+ acts as a monitor controller; it doesn’t offer bi-amping capabilities.
Latency is minimal, suitable for most recording purposes, but more demanding applications may benefit from a dedicated interface.
It’s fine for basic communication, but lacks the clarity and features of a professional talkback unit; better for guiding performers than critical instructions.

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