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SM Pro Audio Nano Patch+ Passive Stereo Volume Controller (Black)

  • Price: $59.99
  • B&H # SMPNPP1
  • Mfr# NANO PATCH+

Product Highlights

  • Ultra Compact
  • Passive Design
  • Rotary Volume Knob
  • Mute Button
  • XLR/TRS Combo Inputs
  • 1/4" TRS Outputs
  • 3.5mm I/O Jack

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The Nano Patch+ Passive Stereo Volume Controller (Black) from SM Pro Audio allows you to attenuate your audio signal without impacting the quality. Simply place the Nano Patch+ in your signal path between your computer or audio interface's master outputs and your stereo speakers. The Nano Patch+ will provide completely passive volume control.

The Nano Patch+ does not have any active circuitry, buffers, transistors, batteries, or power supply that can impact your audio signal. The result is completely transparent operation and uncompromised sonic integrity. Rather than controlling your output via software, which can reduce audio bit depth, use of a passive controller like the Nano Patch+ lets you keep your computer's output at unity for maximum quality.

The Nano Patch+ is easy to use, with a large rotary volume knob and a mute button. It also has XLR/TRS combo inputs that can accept balanced or unbalanced signals for terrific versatility and compatibility with a variety of systems. It has a pair of 1/4" TRS outputs, which also pass balanced or unbalanced signals to your speakers. There is even a 3.5mm mini input/output connector for use with smaller audio sources and portable speakers.

Provides passive analog volume attenuation of a stereo audio signal
The ultra compact design is ideal for even the smallest of studios
No batteries or power are required. This provides a clean audio signal, and also simplifies hookup and operation
The Nano Patch+ has no active circuitry, buffers, transistors, batteries, or power supply that can impact your audio signal. The result is completely transparent operation and uncompromised sonic integrity
Using a passive attenuator instead of lowering volume levels via software ensures the highest quality audio signal and bit depth
The large rotary volume knob and mute button provide simple and intuitive operation
The XLR/TRS combo inputs can accept balanced or unbalanced signals for terrific versatility and compatibility with a variety of systems. There is a pair of 1/4" TRS outputs, which pass balanced or unbalanced signals to your speakers. There is even a 3.5mm mini input/output connector for use with smaller audio sources and portable speakers
Connectors 2 x XLR/TRS combo inputs (balanced/unbalanced)
2 x 1/4" TRS outputs (balanced/unbalanced)
1 x 3.5mm mini input/output

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SM Pro AudioNano Patch+ Passive Stereo Volume Controller (Black)
 
4.5

(based on 4 reviews)

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      5.0

      A must have.

      By Clay the Walker

      from Atlanta, GA

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Clear Sound
      • Compact
      • Durable
      • Easy To Use

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Video editing

        Comments about SM Pro Audio Nano Patch+ Passive Stereo Volume Controller (Black):

        I am not sure why I didn't buy this product years ago. I have a NLE system and Mackie Mixing board. I have always unplugged my studio speakers when using headphones or a client in the room. And, I've been very tired of doing this.

        This device is perfect. Now I simply have a mute control & another levels volume.

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        5.0

        Patch it up, baby I'm yours

        By darbysc803

        from columbia sc

        About Me Experienced

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Compact
        • Easy To Use
        • Lightweight

        Cons

        • Pricey / Poor Value

        Best Uses

          Comments about SM Pro Audio Nano Patch+ Passive Stereo Volume Controller (Black):

          Works like it should.

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          3.0

          Works, Can't hear It- feels cheap

          By Scott of Max

          from NJ

          About Me Professional Musician

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Use
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Home Studio
            • Professional Recording

            Comments about SM Pro Audio Nano Patch+ Passive Stereo Volume Controller (Black):

            I'll come back and upgrade the review in a year if the mute switch and volume knob are still working. But it is completely invisible, so that's a plus.

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            5.0

            Nano Patch is amazing!

            By Steve

            from Bellevue, WA

            About Me Experienced

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Use
            • Excellent Sound

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Home Studio
              • Professional Recording

              Comments about SM Pro Audio Nano Patch+ Passive Stereo Volume Controller (Black):

              I've been using a Mackie ProFX12 live console in my audio/video editing suite. It works great, and since I really only use the board for routing and monitoring, I didn't think I'd miss having an actual volume control for my studio speakers. But boy, did I miss having that control.

              The Nano Patch works great. It goes between the output of my console and my speakers' power amp. It sounds great! And it looks great.

              Because it's passive, it adds no coloration to the sound. And having a mute button is another nice feature.

              I'm extremely pleased with this purchase.

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              SM Pro Audio Nano Patch+ Passive Stereo Volume Controller (Black)
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