{"product_id":"boredbrain-monitr-master-output-control","title":"Boredbrain Monitr Master Output Control Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBordebrain Monitr\u003c\/strong\u003e is a comprehensive audio output monitoring utility for eurorack systems. The module is equipped with a stereo VCA-controlled input mixer with master volume control and VU meters, plus a powerful headphone section for both live performance and detailed monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"toc_0\"\u003eSTEREO VCA MIXER\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eMonitr’s two stereo inputs, IN 1 and IN 2, are AC-coupled specifically for audio signals, with the R inputs normalled to the L inputs. These input signals are amplified and mixed via stereo VCA circuits to reduce noise and allow for external voltage control. The CHAN 1 and CHAN 2 parameters are for manual adjustments of audio levels, while the VCA1 and VCA2 jacks accept control voltages. The full range of each stereo VCA is 10 Vpp. The mixed stereo signal is buffered and passed on to the master volume circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"toc_1\"\u003eMASTER CONTROL\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe VOLUME parameter is a variable attenuator which controls the master stereo output level. It can also amplify the signal up to +6 dB above unity gain.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe output volume is visually indicated by two 5-segment VU METERS, scaled appropriately for +4 dBu professional line-level output. Best practice is to keep the master signal volumes at or below +3 dBu (GREEN, YELLOW), with transient peaks occasionally reaching +6 dBu (RED). This will optimize the signal’s dynamic range when feeding into audio interfaces or amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eMonitr also features a MUTE OUTPUT switch that completely silences the main outputs. This is convenient once sound check levels are adjusted before a live performance begins, as the mute switch does not affect the VU meters or headphone cueing section.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"toc_2\"\u003eHEADPHONE CUE\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe module’s headphone circuit is designed to drive a wide-range of headphones with enough detail and power for both studio monitoring and live performance. The LEVEL parameter adjusts the volume of stereo headphone plugged into the PHONES jack. Acceptable headphone impedance ranges from 32 Ω up to 600 Ω.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe headphone source is selected with a 3-way switch, which is useful for cueing during a live performance. The center position, MSTR (Master), monitors the primary master output signal post Volume, so the master VOLUME also affects the headphone volume. The other two positions, CH1 and CH2, exclusively monitor the two input signals respectively, and are not affected by their VCA levels (CHAN 1, CHAN 2, VCA1, or VCA2).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boredbrain","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44450847064167,"sku":"177661","price":269.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/boredbrain-monitr_177661_1_f5673bc2-bc6b-491e-9711-77fee04afe57.jpg?v=1787094777","url":"https:\/\/vintageking.mom\/products\/boredbrain-monitr-master-output-control","provider":"Vintage King","version":"1.0","type":"link"}