Brand NEW! The limited-edition black Mackie Big Knob Passive is a monitor controller that allows you to choose between two audio sources and two monitor pairs. It can be used in project and professional studios and is designed to increase your workflow for recording and mixing applications. It features mono, mute, and dim functions and delivers pristine audio quality. Built with the classic Big Knob volume control, it is designed with a passive audio path, which requires no power supply. The Big Knob Passive studio monitor controller is sturdy and has a built-like-a-tank design. The Big Knob Passive features a download for Waveform software and the DAW Essentials Collection, which includes 16 contemporary FX plugins including EQ, Compression, Delay, Limiter, Flanger, and more. To authorize the software, simply input the mixer's serial number on the website. Professional Source and Monitor Selection Choose between two sources and two monitor pairs Classic Big Knob volume control Mono, mute, and dim functions Helpful Features for Project Studios Flexible source connections including convenient 3.5mm input for your smartphone 1/4" inputs and outputs support balanced or unbalanced connections Passive design requires no power source Professional Production Content The DAW Essentials Bundle for Waveform OEM includes 16 powerful plugins like Equalizer, Compressor, Reverber8, and Limiter DAW Essentials Collection Introducing a collection of 16 contemporary FX plugins for use with any DAW. Utilizing the very latest algorithms and coding techniques, the plugins feature extraordinary sound quality in an extremely efficient package, allowing the plugins to be used liberally across a wide range of native computer systems Equalizer: Allows you to sculpt and mix your frequencies. With an integrated analyzer, you can quickly identify areas of the frequency range and deploy the configurable 8 bands for precision adjustments. With up to 30 dB gain, various shapes and ?Q? for each band there are ample capabilities for even the most demanding mix engineer Compressor: Full featured mono/stereo side chain compressor is designed to be absolutely transparent even under the most demanding dynamic crushing scenarios. The compressor can be switched into expander mode for further versatility along with the side chain with dedicated filter and soft-clip function Reverber8: High-quality reverb plugin. Produces a pristine, highly configurable solution that could challenge the finest convolution reverbs, yet be efficient enough to be used throughout a mix with confidence Delay Studio: Build complex multi-tap delay lines for ultra-creative results or build classic dub style FX or go further into full sound design mode, crafting evolving and expressive soundscapes Stereo Delay: Fast and creative stereo delay with a distilled set of controls that can quickly add expressive stereo delay effects. Tempo synchronization, filters, crossfeed, and feedback come together to handle a wide range of stereo delay effects Tape Delay: Classic tape delay effect with tape emulation features such as wow/flutter Crossover: Allows you to separate frequency bands for downstream processing. Especially useful in environments such as T7?s ?racks? the crossover can be used to create frequency limited outputs Limiter: Simple, fast, and extremely transparent, the Limiter gives you all the control needed to tame any signal. The look ahead capability allows the processing to operate real time for low-latency situations or dial in look ahead for improved processing response on recorded clips Gate / Expander: Two essential tools in a single plugin, the Gate/Expander is also extremely transparent and also features the look ahead capability for varied processing response Ducker: Essential tool for managing levels of backing music and presenter vocal levels. The tool can also be used effectively in a mix to manage levels between elements?such as bass and kick drum Flanger: Special time-based effect with the ability to tempo synch the rate to quickly dial in rhythmic effects to match your composition Crusher: Reduces the resolution and/or bandwidth of your audio to impart varying degrees of distortion. Surgically sculpt the desired sound with comprehensive controls and clear visual feedback Chorus: Quickly thicken up any track for a slick, produced sound. With the ability to tempo synch the rate, you can quickly dial in rhythmic effects to match your composition Bus Compressor: Featuring the same processing algorithms as the flagship Compressor, the Bus Compressor is a simplified tool for deployment in areas of the mix that simply require outstanding sound quality and less tools Phaser: Using a series of variable all-pass phase-shift networks, the Phaser gives your track a sweeping effect to add movement. Popular for electric guitar and low-frequency sounds Auto Filter: Allows you to sweep, resonate, synch, and sculpt your tracks. Use a variable wave shape LFO to modulate the filter to add motion to your sounds Specs Inputs4 x 1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Line Inputs 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Stereo Input Outputs4 x 1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Monitor Outputs Mono/Mute/Dim Yes Frequency Response10 Hz to 30 kHz (1 dB, 0 dBu Input) THD + N 0.005% (0 dBu Input at 1 kHz) Crosstalk -85 dB (0 dBu Input at 1 kHz, 20 Hz to 20 kHz) Attenuation-100 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio -100 dB Maximum Input Level+22 dBu Maximum Output Level+15 dBu Power Requirements None Dimensions5.6 x 5.4 x 3.1" / 14.2 x 13.7 x 7.9 cm Weight2.2 lb / 1 kg Packaging Info Package Weight2.9 lb Box Dimensions (LxWxH)10.4 x 9 x 8.8" - All international buyers are responsible for all tax, duties and/or customs fees.