Detail 01
192kHz/24-bit USB recording
Handles recording through its USB connection at the stated resolution.
Product detailSKU #1500000036674
MackieBig Knob Studio 3x2 Studio Monitor Controller and Interface - 192kHz USB I/O
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Big Knob Studio combines USB recording, source selection, and monitor control in a compact studio unit. Two Onyx preamps handle 192kHz/24-bit recording, with zero-latency overdubbing and built-in talkback for artist communication. Select among three sources, including USB playback from a DAW, and switch between two monitor pairs. Independent gain trim covers every input and output, while two headphone outputs have their own level controls. A front-panel smartphone input adds a direct option for a phone-based source.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Recording through two Onyx preamps while using zero-latency overdubbing and built-in artist talkback.
- Switching a studio workflow between three sources, including USB playback from a DAW.
- Working with two separately level-controlled headphone outputs during recording or monitoring.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Studios that need to switch among more than two pairs of studio monitors.
- Monitoring setups requiring more than three selectable sources.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Three selectable sources
Lets you choose among three inputs, including USB playback from a DAW.
Detail 03
Independent input and output gain trim
Each input and output has its own listening-level adjustment.
Detail 04
Two headphone outputs
Each headphone output has separate level control.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The monitor section switches between two pairs of studio monitors.
- 02The front-panel auxiliary input is intended for a smartphone.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I switch between monitor pairs?
Yes. Big Knob Studio switches between two pairs of studio monitors.
02Does it include talkback?
Yes. Built-in talkback supports communication with an artist.
03Can I play audio from a phone?
Yes. It has a front-panel smartphone input.
Reference
Full specifications
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1 detailsBody & build
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- 192kHz USB I/O
