Monitor Controllers

Monitor controllers manage signal routing and level control between audio sources and studio monitoring systems. In professional recording environments, accurate monitoring control is essential for reliable mix decisions, reference switching and level matching.

This archive includes analogue and digitally controlled monitor controllers used in studio production. From passive level control units to integrated switching and talkback systems, these devices form a critical link between converters, consoles and studio monitors.

Decades
Made In U.S.A.
Released in 2004 /
The Crane Song Avocet is a discrete Class-A mastering monitor controller combining pristine relay-switched analogue paths, high-resolution digital conversion, transparent headphone monitoring, and precise level control for professional mixing and mastering.
Made In U.S.A.
Released in 2006 /
The Shadow Hills Equinox combines premium mic preamps, 30 channels of analogue summing, and mastering-quality monitoring in a 2U rackmount unit. It includes switchable output transformers for flexible sonic shaping and delivers the functionality of a traditional analogue console in a modern workflow.
Made In Germany
Released in 2006 /
The SPL Neos is a 24-channel analogue summing and monitoring console built on SPL’s 120-volt technology, delivering exceptional headroom, dynamic range, and sound quality in a compact, DAW-friendly format.
Made In U.S.A.
Released in 2007 /
The Dangerous MONITOR-ST is a transparent, relay-controlled monitor controller with five inputs, three speaker outs, subwoofer routing, talkback, and a powerful headphone amp—all operated via a precision remote for total control without colouration.
Made In U.S.A.
Released in 2007 /
The Dangerous MONITOR-SR expands the MONITOR-ST into a powerful, transparent surround controller, enabling scalable multichannel monitoring with stepped analogue control, relay switching, and intuitive remote operation.
Made In U.S.A.
Released in 2013 /
Thw Grace Design m905 is a reference-standard stereo monitor controller combining pristine transparency, precision functionality, world-class conversion, and comprehensive monitoring control for mastering and critical listening applications.
Made In U.S.A.
Released in 2015 /
The Burl Audio B26 Orca is the most highly evolved of all aquatic species. One who uses sonic superiority and harmony to dominate his environment, the ORCA is the APEX PREDATOR of all of the oceans of the Earth. Thriving off of the Island of VANCOUVER, pods of ORCAS silently stalk their prey, present just under the surface, listening, threatening.
Made In Finland
Released in 2018 /
The Knif Mastering Controller offers clean digital source selection and monitoring with minimal signal path for maximum fidelity. It reduces the need for extra DA converters and supports stereo or surround setups. A 6dB loss occurs only if unbalanced inputs are used, which is rare in studios.
Made In U.S.A.
Released in 2019 /
The Dangerous D-BOX+ is a high-quality studio monitor controller and analogue summing mixer in a compact 1U rack unit. It features an upgraded 8-channel summing mixer, five analogue and digital inputs, Bluetooth streaming, and app-based remote control. With three speaker outputs, dual headphone amps, and an integrated talkback mic, it offers versatile routing and precise monitoring. Built to audiophile standards in the USA, the D-BOX+ is designed for modern professional studios.
Made In Germany
Released in 2020 /
The SPL Control One is a high-end monitor controller with dual stereo inputs, dual speaker outputs, headphone amp with crossfeed, and 120V VOLTAiR technology for ultra-clean, high-headroom desktop monitoring.
Made In Germany
Released in 2020 /
The SPL Marc One is a high-end monitor and recording controller with integrated 768 kHz/DSD256 USB DAC, dual speaker outputs, powerful headphone amp, and SPL’s 120V VOLTAiR technology for uncompromised desktop studio monitoring.
Made In Germany
Released in 2023 /
The Lake People MC100 is a high-end desktop monitor controller with five stereo inputs including USB, three speaker outputs plus subwoofer, headphone amp with crossfeed, extensive signal routing, and ultra-low noise performance.