Drawmer CMC7 Surround Monitor Controller

Drawmer CMC7 Surround Monitor Controller – Whether producing audio for film or television or transporting the listener into the venue of an all-encompassing orchestral piece, the demand for surround sound is growing and shows no signs of slowing down. The market has seen an ever-increasing number of surround products, from Blu-ray players and home cinema systems to mobile and media devices.

For example, Apple devices have been capable of reproducing 7.1 surround sound since iOS 9.3. Therefore, it is likely that every artist and engineer will eventually consider trying surround sound to stay current. The budget-friendly Drawmer  CMC7 allows you to explore surround sound without the large financial outlay that other setups require.

Coming from the same stable as the Drawmer MC2.1, MC3.1, and Drawmer MC7.1, you can be sure of the same high quality with the Drawmer CMC7 Surround Monitor Controller. The circuit is just as transparent and accurate, with controls that have the same quality feel and operation. The large volume knob provides excellent channel matching and a smooth feel.

The 8 inputs and outputs are provided via two balanced 25-pin D-sub connectors wired to the Tascam standard, making connections easy. It allows for 8 independent channels, 5.1, 7.1, quadraphonic, DTS®, Dolby Digital EX, THX Surround EX™, DTS-HD™, and more—the setup is up to the user.

With the Stereo Mix switch active, the surround mix can be bounced down to a 2.1 signal in the front left and right monitors and sub-woofer, allowing you to test the quality of the recording in stereo. Additionally, it has a professional-quality stereo headphone output with a separate amplifier and level control, providing private mix checking. A DIM switch reduces output by 20dB, and a MUTE switch is available to cut the output completely.

The circuit design of the Drawmer CMC7 ensures that the channel matching of all 8 channels is consistent throughout the full range of the volume control. Other manufacturers of surround controllers often use multi-ganged potentiometers to achieve the levels of the 8 channels, particularly in passive surround controllers. While this simplifies the circuit, it leads to discrepancies in the level of each channel, especially at lower and upper volumes where accurate channel matching can vary wildly.

The Drawmer CMC7 packs a lot of features into a small package. With a footprint of just 18x16cm and a very low profile, the Drawmer CMC7 won’t hog your desk space like some other controllers. And if you’re on the move, it’s small enough to pop into a bag and take anywhere.

While being smart and stylish, the rugged, all-steel enclosure can withstand the knocks and bumps of the studio. Coupled with high-quality components, the Drawmer CMC7 is built to last. Additionally, a Kensington security slot provides protection from thieves.

Can you trust the audio that your current monitor controller is providing? Is it colouring the sound? For all Drawmer monitor controllers, it is imperative that what you record is exactly what you hear. One thing should always be absolutely guaranteed – you can rely on the accuracy of your monitor controller.

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