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.
| 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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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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Comments about SM Pro Audio Nano Patch+ Passive Stereo Volume Controller (Black):
Works like it should.
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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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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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