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API MC531 Desktop Monitor Controller
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Description
Featuring the same level of craftsmanship found throughout API's entire product line, the MC531 Monitor Controller offers a stand-alone version of the monitoring functionality built into the center section of API's legendary analog consoles. Specifically designed to include fully-featured monitor control for DAW workflows, the MC531 can integrate seamlessly into any audio production environment where functionality, ease of use and an accurate reference of each audio source is required.
Features
- 3 stereo balanced line level analog audio inputs
- Digital audio input, selectable between AES3 or USB
- 3.5 mm input on front and rear panel
- Bluetooth connectivity
- All 5 inputs are buffered with the API 2510 Op Amp
- 3 stereo balanced line level outputs with individually adjustable trim levels
- Mono balanced line level output for feeding a subwoofer with adjustable trim level
- Independently assignable SUB output
- Stereo outputs include full mute, mono, and DIM controls
- 2 stereo headphone outputs
- Headphone source selection toggle switch for C/R or CUE SOURCE
- CUE SOURCE selectible from any of the 5 inputs
- Built-in Talkback Mic with gain control and activation button
- 18 segment stereo LED meter
- Balanced unity level meter output for connecting to an external meter system
- External power supply
Specs
Input Connections
- ST-1, ST-2, ST-3: 1/4" Balanced Analog, 30K Ohm Input Impedance
- ST-4: Digital Input, USB Type-B, XLR female AES3
- ST-5: Bluetooth, Mini Jack front and rear in parallel
- Control room outputs: XLR, selectable electronic or transformer balanced, 75 Ohms
- Meter output: 1/4" balanced
- Headphone: 1/4" stereo
- Maximum input level: +28 dBu
- Maximum output level: +28 dBu
- Frequency response: +/- 0.5 dB 20 Hz to 50 kHz
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 115 dB
- Power consumption: 16 watts
- Dimensions: 11" x 12.75" x 4"
- Weight: 8.5 lb.