tc electronic Monitor Pilot

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tc electronic Monitor Pilot

tc electronic

Monitor Pilot

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 535942
Model: Monitor Pilot
Price: $163.90

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The Monitor Pilot is a surprisingly robust and straightforward solution for serious mixing. It's ideal for producers and engineers who prefer a clean, analogue signal path and need to manage multiple monitor pairs and headphones—especially those with a bit of a vintage workflow. It's not fancy, but it does its job exceptionally well.

Product Description

  • tc electronic Monitor Pilot
  • Multi-Monitor Controller System
  • Perfect for connecting up to 3 pairs of speakers and headphones
  • Analogue signal path
  • Desktop I/O housing with output volume adjustment +/- 9 dB per monitor pair
  • Wired remote control with volume control and 3 buttons for A/B switching
  • 2 Line inputs: XLR balanced
  • 1 Line input: 3.5 mm mini-jack stereo
  • 6 Monitor outputs: XLR balanced
  • 1 Stereo headphone output: 6.3 mm jack
  • Input for a remote control
  • Model: Desktop housing with an option for an under-table mounting
  • Incl. an external power supply unit
PROS
  • • Solid build quality with a reassuringly hefty metal chassis.
  • • Flexible routing handles complex setups with ease and clarity.
  • • The wired remote is a genuinely useful, tactile control option.
  • • Balanced XLR outputs ensure pristine signal transfer to monitors.
CONS
  • • Limited EQ adjustments; relies on monitor calibration for optimal results.
  • • Desktop footprint might be a constraint for smaller mixing spaces.
  • • Lack of digital connectivity feels dated compared to modern controllers.

Product Video

Key Features

Channels 6
Sources 3 (2 XLR balanced, 1 3.5mm stereo)
Talkback No
Headphone Outs 1
Connections XLR, 6.3mm jack, 3.5mm mini-jack
Weight Approximately 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the cable is generously long, typically around 3 meters, providing ample reach for most studio setups.
While you can route signals through it, the Monitor Pilot itself doesn’t offer DSP correction; it’s purely a routing and level adjustment device.
The metal chassis feels solid, but the overall construction lacks the refined feel and extensive features of high-end rack units – it's a well-built, budget-friendly alternative.

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