Styled in a limited edition white finish, the Palmer MONICONW Passive Monitor Controller White Editionis a passive monitor controller with an oversized control knob that is designed to be inserted between the stereo output of a notebook, PC, or audio interface and the inputs of a pair of active studio monitors.

The fully passive circuit design uses only a few components so as to ensure that the sound is not detrimentally affected by the monitor controller. To accommodate both professional and consumer equipment, the rear panel of the device features a pair of XLR/TRS combo connectors for the inputs, a pair of XLR connections for the monitor outputs, and a dedicated 3.5mm TRS stereo I/O path.

Precise Volume Control    Passive Design Doesn't Affect Sound    Oversized Control Knob    Insert Between Interface and Monitors    XLR/TRS Combo Inputs    XLR Outputs    3.5mm TRS Stereo Input and Output    Genuine Wood Sides    Works with Professional Electronics    Works with Consumer Electronics

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Are the XLR and 1/8" stereo mini-jack outputs active at the same time? Could I use the XLR for Left and Right monitors while using the 1/8" stereo mini-jack for a subwoofer?

A: No, the left and right XLR outputs and the 1/8" output are not able to be used at the same time for connecting speakers. You can either use the XLR outputs OR the 1/8" stereo output to connect speakers.

Q: 2. Does this come with an adapter for 120 VAC USA style outlets?

A: This unit should included a 120v power supply for US usage.

Q: 3. Made In .... GERMANY ?

A: According to the information we have, our current inventory's Country of Origin is Germany. Please be aware this can change over the product's production life without notice.

Q: 4. What is the best way to connect this to an iMac

A: You will connect it you your computers 3.5mm audio out jack to the ESIs 3.5mm audio input connector.

Q: 5. The outputs... are the XLR and Stereo Mini outs active simultaneously? Can I send to 2 sets of speakers

A: Palmer recommends not using both outputs at the same time.

Q: 6. Can you plug good studio headphones into the stereo output on the back and toggle between the headphones and Nearfield monitors?

A: Yes, you can connect studio headphones and nearfield monitors and toggle between them. Depending on the headphones, you may want to use them with a headphone amplifier to provide more gain.

Q: 7. How is the stereo image on this device? Is it an accurate representation at lower levels?

A: Being a passive device, the output is uncolored and offers solid results even at attenuated levels.

Q: 8. where is the SPDIF input? useless for me, since i monitor from the digital out of my DAW... the Presonus Central Station has all the analog in and outs plus a SPIDIF/Toslink input.

A: There are NO digital connections (SPDIF):Inputs: Balanced2 x combo XLR-1/4 Aux (unbalanced):1 x TRS 3.5 mm2 x mono RCA ----------------------------------------------------------Output Connectors: 5 x XLR: (4 x balanced; 1 x unbalanced)

Q: 9. Can you turn off the LED lights on the top panel?

A: There are no controls to turn off the LEDs on the Palmer Monicon L controller.

Q: 10. Does the output go out simultaneously on the TRS and XLR connections?

A: The question is puzzling to me because I only know of 1 stereo out. It is an XLR connection not TRS. You can use cables that connect XLR to this controller and then TRS to a monitor or other amp if you need. But there are not 2 simultaneous outs. The in is XLR as well. Additionally, I have used this device between my signal out and the monitors for about a month and I like the solid stateness and the smooth glide of the volume nob. Ability to just mute the monitors is nice too. Especially nice if those features need to be isolated from your main controlling device. Hope that helps.