PALMER AUDIO MONICON XL Active Studio Monitor Controller

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Latency-free analogue signal path Customisable Level indicator L/R with +4, +10 and +18 dBu calibration options Correlation meter for verifying mono-compatibility Two headphone outputs with volume controllers and main cue selector switches Three analogue inputs, one S/PDIF input Three loudspeaker outputs with volume controllers for level calibration Mono summed output for subwoofer or mono monitor […]

 

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  • Latency-free analogue signal path
  • Customisable
  • Level indicator L/R with +4, +10 and +18 dBu calibration options
  • Correlation meter for verifying mono-compatibility
  • Two headphone outputs with volume controllers and main cue selector switches
  • Three analogue inputs, one S/PDIF input
  • Three loudspeaker outputs with volume controllers for level calibration
  • Mono summed output for subwoofer or mono monitor
  • Main and cue direct outputs

Switching between different signal sources and monitors is one of the most common tasks in any studio. Ergonomic console design and two clearly structured control levels makes the Palmer MONICON XL the perfect, intuitive nerve centre for all your requirements. Selecting audio sources and loudspeakers is convenient and at the touch of a button.

The Palmer studio monitor controller features three analog stereo inputs, one S/PDIF input and outputs for three monitor pairs, each with its own volume controller for level calibration. A further mono summed full-range output is also available for connecting either a mono monitor or a subwoofer. An exclusive highlight of the MONICON XL is its correlation meter, which displays the phase difference between a stereo signal\’s left and right channels. This facilitates the quick and simple discovery of mono-compatibility errors in mixes. The controller is also customisable to your personal work style.

Its fully analogue audio circuit means that the MONICON XL demonstrates absolutely no latency or signal distortion. Additional features that are a must for any studio make the device far more than simply a monitor controller. Two headphone outputs with volume controllers and main cue selector switches, a cue master controller and an on/off talkback microphone with volume control are all also included. As are a mute button and a dim button, with volume control, that instantly reduces the monitor level by a pre-set amount.

Product type
Other Studio and Recording Equipment


Channels
3 x switchable balanced outputs, 1 x CUE output, 1 x main output


Inputs
3 + SPDIF


Input connectors
3.5 mm TRS , 6.3 mm jack , RCA , SPDIF


Input type
balanced/unbalanced (depending on TS/TRS connection)


Max. input level
20 dBu


Input impedance
(balanced) 10.000 Ohm(s) , (unbalanced) 5.000 Ohm(s)


Outputs
7 x stereo


Output connectors
TRS balanced (1 – 3) , TRS unbalanced (CUE, MAIN, headphones 1 & 2)


Output impedance
600 Ohm(s)


Frequency response
12 – 90000 Hz


Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
0.002 % (BW 20 – 20,000 Hz)


Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR)
102 dB (a-weighted) @ + 4 dBu


Dynamic range (DR AES17)
115 dB


CMRR
> 55 dB


Max. attenuation
(Attenuator + Mute) 111 dB , (Attenuator) 86 dB


Controls
attenuation , Audio DIM , input selector , mono , mute , output selector , PFL source , Talkback


Housing material
sheet steel , wood


Cabinet surface
Powder coated


Width
254 mm


Height
84 mm


Depth
215 mm


Weight
1,512 kg

Weight 1.50 kg

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  • Latency-free analogue signal path
  • Customisable
  • Level indicator L/R with +4, +10 and +18 dBu calibration options
  • Correlation meter for verifying mono-compatibility
  • Two headphone outputs with volume controllers and main cue selector switches
  • Three analogue inputs, one S/PDIF input
  • Three loudspeaker outputs with volume controllers for level calibration
  • Mono summed output for subwoofer or mono monitor
  • Main and cue direct outputs
Switching between different signal sources and monitors is one of the most common tasks in any studio. Ergonomic console design and two clearly structured control levels makes the Palmer MONICON XL the perfect, intuitive nerve centre for all your requirements. Selecting audio sources and loudspeakers is convenient and at the touch of a button. The Palmer studio monitor controller features three analog stereo inputs, one S/PDIF input and outputs for three monitor pairs, each with its own volume controller for level calibration. A further mono summed full-range output is also available for connecting either a mono monitor or a subwoofer. An exclusive highlight of the MONICON XL is its correlation meter, which displays the phase difference between a stereo signal\'s left and right channels. This facilitates the quick and simple discovery of mono-compatibility errors in mixes. The controller is also customisable to your personal work style. Its fully analogue audio circuit means that the MONICON XL demonstrates absolutely no latency or signal distortion. Additional features that are a must for any studio make the device far more than simply a monitor controller. Two headphone outputs with volume controllers and main cue selector switches, a cue master controller and an on/off talkback microphone with volume control are all also included. As are a mute button and a dim button, with volume control, that instantly reduces the monitor level by a pre-set amount. Product type Other Studio and Recording Equipment
Channels 3 x switchable balanced outputs, 1 x CUE output, 1 x main output
Inputs 3 + SPDIF
Input connectors 3.5 mm TRS , 6.3 mm jack , RCA , SPDIF
Input type balanced/unbalanced (depending on TS/TRS connection)
Max. input level 20 dBu
Input impedance (balanced) 10.000 Ohm(s) , (unbalanced) 5.000 Ohm(s)
Outputs 7 x stereo
Output connectors TRS balanced (1 - 3) , TRS unbalanced (CUE, MAIN, headphones 1 & 2)
Output impedance 600 Ohm(s)
Frequency response 12 - 90000 Hz
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.002 % (BW 20 - 20,000 Hz)
Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) 102 dB (a-weighted) @ + 4 dBu
Dynamic range (DR AES17) 115 dB
CMRR > 55 dB
Max. attenuation (Attenuator + Mute) 111 dB , (Attenuator) 86 dB
Controls attenuation , Audio DIM , input selector , mono , mute , output selector , PFL source , Talkback
Housing material sheet steel , wood
Cabinet surface Powder coated
Width 254 mm
Height 84 mm
Depth 215 mm
Weight 1,512 kg

CMC3 - Monitor Controller

FULLY FEATURED MONITOR CONTROLLER FOR STUDIOS OF ALL SIZES. PRECISE, COMPACT & AFFORDABLE.

The CMC3 Compact Monitor Controller consolidates the feature sets of Drawmer's 3 most popular monitor controllers: Whilst retaining the famed accurate, and transparent audio quality of the MC2.1, it has the precision and control of the MC3.1 and the low profile, compact design of the CMC2. It is equally at home in a serious home studio as in a professional recording facility.

There is one thing that should always be absolutely guaranteed - that you can rely on the accuracy of your monitor controller. Can you trust the audio that your current monitor controller is providing? Is it colouring the sound? There are far to many monitor controllers available that do in one way or another - Drawmer monitor controllers do not flavour, colour, warm, improve or brighten the signal, the active circuit has been designed to faithfully produce the audio signal whilst removing many of the problems that a passive circuit will bring. For all Drawmer monitor controllers it is imperative that what you record is exactly what you hear.

Accurate & Transparent

With the same Drawmer pedigree as the MC2.1, the CMC3 circuit is just as transparent and accurate. It has been designed to remove the limitations that a passive circuit brings, such as the ability to increase the volume for quiet passages and improved mix checking, without adding the artifacts that lesser quality active circuits introduce. 

You hear exactly what you've recorded!

Precision

The CMC3 supports 3 sets of stereo monitors, plus a dedicated mono speaker/sub-woofer output, each can be switched individually and simultaneously and in any order, especially useful for A/B comparisons. You can listen to multiple speakers with the same sub-woofer, or turn the sub-woofer off altogether. 

The volume control utilizes a parallelled custom quad pot for excellent channel matching and smooth feel, as does the secondary preset volume control on the front. This provides repeatable calibrated output level for the monitors, so that at the flick of a switch the engineer can hear the mix at the same predetermined volume, time after time, without having to meticulously adjust controls.

Multiple Connections

The CMC3 is very well connected with 4 stereo inputs in total: 1x SPDIF digital input (24 bit/192kHz), using the same DAC chipset as our established MC3.1 monitor controller, 2 stereo balanced jack inputs, plus a 3.5mm jack with variable level control for your Smartphone/MP3 Player.

In addition, it has a 2 professional quality headphone outputs with a separate amplifier and level control, that provide the same audio quality and mix checking as the CMC3 does through the speakers. Talkback is also included with internal or external microphone, level control and audio routing to a dedicated mono output jack & headphones.

Advanced Mix Checking

The comprehensive mix checking facilities of the CMC3 include dim, mono, phase reverse, left and right cut as well as an easy access mute switch, allowing you to check the quality of your recordings: tune into your mix to hear any unwanted artefacts, test the effectiveness of the stereo mix, check for phase cancellation, listen to the stereo difference. Features that many monitor controllers lack.

Compact

The CMC3 packs a lot of features into a small unit. The whole package is presented in a very low profile desktop enclosure of just 3.5cm high with a footprint of 27x16cm (10.5”x6.5”x1.4”).

Tough & Secure

Whilst being smart and stylish the rugged, all steel enclosure will withstand the knocks and bumps of the studio, and, coupled with the high quality components used, the CMC3 is built to last. In addition, a Kensington security slot provides protection from thieves.

Features:
  • Ultra low noise and transparent circuit design.
  • Source switches can be active in any combination. 4 Inputs in Total - 1x Digital SPDIF (192 kHz / 24 Bit) & 2 on balanced analogue 1/4" jacks & 1 3.5mm Front Panel Aux jack for your Smartphone/MP3.
  • 3x Speakers Plus a Mono Sub can be switched individually & simultaneously or give A/B comparisons.
  • Timed relay protection on all speaker outputs to prevent power up/down bangs.
  • Volume can be set via the Variable Front Panel Knob or a Preset Control. Each has parallelled custom quad pots for excellent channel matching and smooth feel.
  • 2x Headphone Amplifiers with Individual Level Controls with easy access to the jacks on the front.
  • Front Panel 3.5mm AUX Input & Level Control for connecting MP3 player, smartphone or tablet etc.
  • Built In Talkback with Level Control, Internal or External Microphone, and Internal Routing to a Mono Output Jack & Headphones.
  • Comprehensive Mix Checking facilities Include Dim, Phase Reverse and Mono, Left and Right Cut as well as an easy access Mute switch.
  • Kensington security slot (also called a K-Slot or Kensington lock).
  • Very low profile desktop enclosure with a footprint of just 18x16cm.
  • Stylish and Rugged Enclosure will withstand the knocks of the studio.
  • Designed and manufactured by Drawmer in the UK.

MoCo is a fully passive monitor controller that helps you to provide perfect control over the playback volume of your studio monitors. \"Fully passive\" means that there are no active components involved, that could in any way alter the audio signal - keeping the maximum sound quality level for your studio monitors. MoCo provides two separate stereo inputs (one with balanced 1/4\" TRS connectors, one with both unbalanced RCA and unbalanced 1/8\" TRS connectors) and two separate stereo outputs (one with balanced XLR connectors, one with balanced / unbalanced 1/4\" TRS plus unbalanced 1/8\" TRS connectors). MoCo does not change your signals from unbalanced to balanced: what goes in, goes out! Via one switch you can select the input signal and with separate buttons, each output can be enabled. Also there is a switch that changes the monitor signal to mono and you can mute the playback audio signal quickly at the touch of a button. A quick swap of the left and right audio signal channels is also possible. And of course, the stylish big knob in the center of MoCo controls the actual playback volume.
Features

  • 2x mono balanced 1/4\" TRS input (input A)
  • 2x mono unbalanced RCA input (input B)
  • 1x stereo unbalanced 1/8\" mini jack input (input B)
  • 2x mono balanced XLR output (output A)
  • 2x mono balanced / unbalanced 1/4\" TRS output (output B)
  • 1x stereo unbalanced 1/8\" mini jack output (output B)
  • selected high quality potentiometer for passive volume control
  • A/B input selection switch
  • L/R switch to swap left & right audio channels
  • independent A and B buttons to enable and disable the outputs
  • mono downmix button (mixes left to right channel and right to left channel)
  • mute button to mute output signal instantly

MC1.1 - Monitor PreAmp

Fall in love with your vinyl again!

Hot on the heels of the Drawmer MC2.1 well known for its functionality and transparency comes its new sibling the MC1.1 Monitor Preamp, offering the same fantastic sound but with a revised feature set more suitable for a less complex post production booth or home use where multiple speaker setups are not permissible or even required, and with the addition of a new RIAA phono stage the MC1.1 is a great solution for your precious turntable setup.

The front panel is dominated by the two large, independent volume controls for the main line outs and the headphone amplifier, both incorporate a paralleled custom quad pot for excellent channel matching and the smoothest possible action. There are also individual switches for each input source and output section making an elegantly simple yet functional user interface.

Features:
  • Ultra low noise and transparent circuit design.
  • Linear power supply with low hum toroidal transformer and internal voltage selector switch.
  • 3 Input Sources - Balanced XLR, MP3 Player 3.5mm Jack & Switchable Line/Phono (RIAA MM) RCA.
  • Two switchable output stages, Balanced XLR and RCA.
  • Mono Sub woofer output available simultaneous to balanced outs.
  • Parallelled custom quad pots on main and headphone level controls for excellent channel matching and smooth feel.
  • Independent volume controls for the main outputs and headphone section.
  • Rugged steel chasis and stylish brushed aluminium cover.
  • Can be stacked and is rack mountable (with the MCB 2U mounting kit).
  • Dimensions: L 272mm x W 215mm x H 81mm. Weight: 2.5kg.
  • Designed and manufactured by Drawmer in the UK.
Manage multiple audio sources and sets of monitor speakers, track using illegally loud headphone amplifiers, and talk back to your drummer—all from your desktop. Switch quickly and easily between up to four audio sources with a selection of input types. Audition your music with your choice of three stereo pairs of speaker outputs, each with separate level control—and four screaming-loud headphone outs. With Monitor Station V2, you can evict the drummer from the main room, banish the guitarist to the bathroom, shove the singer into a closet, and make them like it.

MC3.1 - Monitor Controller

Hear the music - not the equipment!

Building on the success of the MC2.1, the MC3.1 Monitor Controller is just as accurate and transparent and of the same build quality. It can still faithfully reproduce what has been recorded without colouring the sound, but comes with a much expanded feature set, including more inputs, better control, extended channel routing and a desk top \'wedge\' form factor.

Additions include a combined digital AES/SPDIF (24 bit/192kHz) input, giving a total of 5 individually switchable sources, including a front panel auxilary input with level control for the easy connection of your mp3 player, smartphone or tablet. Full cue mix facilities, with level control, provide separate source selection for main or cue outputs and the two headphone amplifiers, so the artist can listen to a completely different mix to the engineer, for example. A dedicated cue mix output is also available.

A secondary preset volume control on the front provides repeatable calibrated output level for the monitors, so that at the flick of a switch the engineer can hear the mix at the same predetermined volume, time after time, without having to meticulously adjust controls.

The MC3.1 incorporates three stereo balanced speaker outputs, plus a dedicated mono speaker/sub-woofer output each with individual left/right trims under the unit to provide complete control over level matching. Furthermore each can be switched individually and simultaneously and in any order. You can listen to multiple speakers with the same sub-woofer, or turn the sub-woofer off altogether.

Other improvements include additional mix checking capabilities, which now incorporate low, mid, high solo switches to hear how the lows bleed into the mid, or the stereo width of each, for example, and also the ability to swap the left and right channels. The talkback has been expanded to include an external mic in addition to the internal, and footswitch operation.

Can you trust the audio that your current monitor controller is providing? Is it colouring the sound? For all Drawmer monitor controllers it is imperative that what you record is exactly what you hear. The active circuit has been designed to faithfully produce the audio signal whilst removing many of the problems that a passive circuit will bring. There is one thing that should always be absolutely guaranteed - that you can rely on the accuracy of your monitor controller.

  • Ultra low noise and transparent circuit design.
  • Source switches for both Main & Cue can be active in any combination. 5 Inputs in Total - 1x Digital AES/SPDIF Neutrik XLR/JACK COMBI & 2 balanced analogue Neutrik XLR/JACK COMBI and 1 stereo RCA Analogue on the Rear Panel & 1 3.5mm Front Panel Aux.
  • 3x Speakers Plus a Mono Sub can be switched individually & simultaneously or give A/B comparisons. Each has level trims to provide precise channel matching.
  • Timed relay protection on all speaker outputs to prevent power up/down bangs.
  • Volume can be set via the Variable Front Panel Knob or a Preset Control. Each has parallelled custom quad pots for excellent channel matching and smooth feel.
  • 2x Headphone Amplifiers with Individual Level Controls & Switching between Main & Cue Inputs so the Artist can listen to a Different Mix to the Engineer.
  • Front Panel 3.5mm AUX Input & Level Control for connecting MP3 player, smartphone or tablet etc.
  • Cue Level Control adjusts the volume for the Artist\'s Monitors.
  • Built In Talkback with Level Control, Internal or External Microphone, Switching via Desktop or Footswitch, a Mono Output Jack & Internal Routing to Headphone and Cue Outputs.
  • Comprehensive Mix Checking facilities Including Low, Mid, High Solo; Dim; L/R Mute; Phase Reverse and more, help check every aspect of your Mix & Provide Ultimate Control.
  • Desktop \'wedge\' form factor.
  • Kensington security slot (also called a K-Slot or Kensington lock).
  • Rugged steel chasis and stylish brushed aluminium cover.
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