Table Of Contents; Introduction; Table Of Contents - Mackie big knob studio Owner's Manual

Introduction

The Big Knob Studio and Big Knob Studio + combine
premium recording with the proven performance of the
world's bestselling monitor controller.
Capture world-class recordings via dual Onyx™
preamps and professional studio features like zero-
latency overdubbing and built-in talkback for artist
communication.
Easily select from sources - including USB playback
from your DAW - and switch between studio monitors.
Only Big Knob Studio and Big Knob Studio + ensure
balanced listening levels, offering independent gain trim
on all inputs and outputs.
Two separate headphone outs are available, each
with separate level control. Plus, there's even a handy
front-panel input for your smartphone.
Big Knob Studio and Big Knob Studio + are the
ultimate compact studio solutions - just add monitors.
Contents
Important Safety Instructions ...........................................................2
Introduction .....................................................................................3
Table Of Contents .............................................................................3
Big Knob Features ............................................................................4
Quick Start.......................................................................................4
Hookup Diagrams ............................................................................5
A Quick Looksie at the Big Knob Studio Series ..................................7
Rear Panel Description ....................................................................9
1. Power Connector ..............................................................9
2. Power Switch ...................................................................9
3. USB Input / Output Jack ..................................................9
4. USB Rec Src Select Switch ...............................................10
5. XLR and 1/4" Combo Inputs ..........................................10
Phantom Power .................................................................10
6. 1/4" Source Inputs ........................................................11
7. +4 dB / -10 dB Level Switch .........................................11
8. Aux Mix | Cue In 1/4" Inputs [Big Knob Studio + ] ..........11
Internal Talkback Mic (on Top Panel) ...................................11
9. Talkback Mic XLR Input [Big Knob Studio + ] .....................11
10. Talkback Int / Ext Switch [Big Knob Studio + ] ...............12
11. 1/4" Footswitch Jack [Big Knob Studio + ] ....................12
Outputs Overview ..............................................................12
12. 1/4" 2-Track Outputs ..................................................12
13. +4 dB / -10 dB Level Switch .......................................13
14. 1/4" Studio/Phones Amp Outputs [Big Knob Studio + ] 13
15. 1/4" Monitor Outputs .................................................13
Front Panel Description ..................................................................13
16. 1/8" Stereo Line Input ...............................................13
17. 1/4" Phones Jacks ......................................................13
Top Panel Description .....................................................................14
18. Mic/Line/Inst Gain Knobs ...........................................14
19. Trim Knobs ..................................................................14
20. +48V Phantom Power Switch [Ch.1 and 2 Only] .........14
21. Stereo Pan Switch [Ch.1-2] ........................................14
22. Input / 2-Track Source Select Buttons ...........................14
23. Cue Source Knob [Big Knob Studio + ] .............................15
24. Direct Monitoring Knob ................................................15
25. Phones Knobs and 2-Track / Cue Switches ..................15
26. Studio Outs On / Off Button ........................................15
27. Studio Outs Level Knob ................................................15
28. Input Meters ................................................................16
29. Volume Knob [aka Big Knob] ........................................16
30. Mono Button ................................................................16
31. Mute Button .................................................................16
32. Dim Button ...................................................................16
33. PWR / USB / +48V LEDs ............................................16
34. Monitor Select Buttons .................................................17
35. Trim Knobs ...................................................................17
36. Talkback Level Knob .....................................................17
37. To 2-Track Button [Big Knob Studio + ] ...........................17
38. To Cue Button ...............................................................17
Appendix A: Service Info ................................................................18
Troubleshooting / Repair ....................................................18
Appendix B: Technical Information ..................................................19
Big Knob Specifications ..........................................................19
Big Knob Dimensions ..............................................................20
Big Knob Block Diagrams .......................................................22
Big Knob Limited Warranty ............................................................24
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