Big Knob Studio

Monitor Controller & Interface

Big Knob Studio

Reach for a Mackie Big Knob Studio monitor controller and level up your workspace. This all-in-one desktop interface and monitor control solution has become the centerpiece for in-the-know producers and musicians. It even features award-winning Onyx™ mic preamps plus high-resolution USB recording and playback. You’ll wonder how you lived without one.

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MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE

MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE

Stop scrolling and fussing with your mouse, and get your hands on the Mackie Big Knob Studio—because pushing real buttons feels way better than clicking virtual ones. Enjoy real, hands-on level control with input and monitor switching, plus get everything you need for high-quality recording sessions via a full-featured 192kHz / 24-bit recording interface and integrated talkback. Dual Mackie Onyx preamps and a pair of headphone outputs with independent level controls make tracking in any studio incredibly easy and efficient.

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Full features

Professional source and monitor selection

  • Choose between 3 sources and 2 monitor pairs
  • Classic Big Knob volume control
  • Independent trim on all sources and monitor outs
  • Mono, mute and dim functions

Flexible 2x2 USB recording interface

  • Two boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps including phantom power for condenser microphones
  • High-resolution 192kHz / 24-bit recording and playback
  • Cue mix allows controlled blending of direct inputs with other signals for zero-latency recording
  • Choice of recording paths provide flexibility for applications like podcasting

Comprehensive feature set for professional studios

  • Flexible source connections including convenient 1/8” input for your smartphone
  • Dual headphone outs with independent level control
  • Built-in talkback mic for easy communication with artists
  • 16-segment high-resolution input source metering

Sturdy “Built-Like-A-Tank” design

Compatible with all major DAWs on both Mac and Windows

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Product comparison
 
Product
Source Monitor I/O
USB I/O
Resolution
Mono/Mute/Dim
Dedicated Studio Out
Headphone Outs
Up Your Game?
 
 
Big Knob Passive
Big Knob Studio
Big Knob Studio+
Big Knob Passive
Big Knob Studio
Big Knob Studio+
2x2
3x2
4x3
N/A
2x2
2x4
N/A
192 kHz / 24-bit
192 kHz / 24-bit
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
Yes
No
2 - dedicated
2 - dedicated
Of course
You know it
For sure
 

Downloads & resources
Owner's Manual
Mackie USB Driver v4.47.0 Install Instructions
Owner's Manual (German)
Mackie USB Driver v4.47.0 ASIO is a registered trademark of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH