I couldnt find a decent video on how to properly connect the jbl mpatch active1, so i decided to make one myself. You can switch between two different monitor sets, and even switch between two sets of inputs one balanced, one unbalanced, and its got a stereomono toggle for checking your mixes. Obviously, i dont want any unit between my converters. Hey thanks for reply jack lofty, i didnt realise i got hits until it got bumped today. A simple problem solver, you use the nano patch anywhere you need to trim gain ie. However, the replacement m patch 2 incorporates various additional features that were suggested by users. Im about to mod an rme 9632 and an sm pro audio mpatch 2 volume control. The jbl m patch 2 is a passive stereo controller and switch box that is well suited for audio engineers, mastering studios, broadcast applications, project studios, and more. Yeah i didnt really want to leave fast track on all the time or have to turn it on off frequently. Jun 12, 2010 sm pro audio gives us a look at its m patch 2 passive controller, plus the pm8 passive mixer.
The devices rotary control the same pot as used in our m patch 2 allows precise level adjustments within 1db from 0 to 40db. Sm pro audio mpatch 2 passive stereo controller switch box. Dont know what the hell passive control and mixing means. We also include a versatile pair of rackstand mounting ears which enable both desktop stand mounting and standard 19. The m patch passive1 accommodates four input sources 3 x stereo analog and 1 x usb and three stereo analog outputs plus usb. I want to start my first mod on the m patch so here the info m patch2. Have been using smpro nano patches in every possible location for 10 years since they were blue and black. The company states that this is a first for the mpatch product group.
Whether the output sent to the m patch is from a digital or analog system, it handles the task very well. Aug 02, 2009 to test i used a sm pro audio m patch 2 full passive with my dynaudio bm5a and yamaha hs80ms. I was thinking about changing my fiio e5 opamp so i need some advice. Jbl mpatch active1 home studio setup multiple speakers. They sell unusual devices and problem solvers for little money. Sm pro audio mpatch 2 passive stereo controller switch box with sm pro audio you get a great product at a great price. Pro co bpbqxm10 excellines balanced patch cable 10.
The mpatch 2 is a compact desktoprackmountable sized passive volume attenuator and patch control device. Like it very much as a passive gear, because it does not add anything to the sound. Right now, im feeding a topping dx7s balanced output into the mpatch 2, and. Like the original m patch, the new m patch 2 passively attenuates stereo signals from soundcards, cd players, preamps, and mixers.
Sm pro mpatch 4m monitor controller monitor controllers. The mpatch 2, however, is a passive device, so should be transparent. Level mismatch solutions fixed and variable attenuators page 1. Hi, i am amazed at what looks like the perfect inexpensive relatively piece of gear to answer my needs. The mpatch v2 is a compact high quality passive attenuator and patch control device building on the success of the original and best selling mpatch series of products.
I didnt realize harmanjbl had acquired sm pro audio. Its my first toptier iem, so i dont know exactly what should i. In addition to the core functionality of providing seamless ab switching between input signals and output speaker monitor systems, the active1 delivers a full complement of audio monitoring functions, including precision volume control, mono summing, mute, and dim. All in all, the mpatch sounds like a pretty reasonable solution. I discovered them while searching for a pro quality volume control. Right now, im feeding a topping dx7s balanced output into the mpatch 2, and balanced outputs from it to a massdrop thx aaa 789 headphone amp on one side, and a jbl lsr310s into 2x jbl 305p mkii on the other. The one i have in mind is the sm pro audio mpatch 2. The mighty mpatch 2 takes a giant leap forward with the new 2. The mpatch active1 accommodates four input sources 3 x stereo analog and 1 x usb and three stereo analog outputs plus usb. View online or download sm pro audio mpatch 2 operating manual. Studio monitor controllers at europes largest retailer of musical instruments fast delivery, 30day moneyback guarantee and 3year thomann warranty. View online or download sm pro audio m patch 2 operating manual.
If op needs input summing, then the mpatch active1 is what might be what they are looking for further reading required. Featuring a new chassis suitable for desktop or rackmount use, the m patch 2. As mentioned in the book, a dedicated monitor controller is an excellent purchase for the small studio, and for mixing purposes id recommend a model with the following features. Building on the success of the original mpatch, the new mpatch 2 is a feature packed passive problem solver for nearly all production environments. For further ideas, check out the sound on sound forum and the gearslutz. Sm pro audio mpatch 2 passive volume controlswitch box. Glad to see that theres other options than e, interfaces.
Only from videoguys australia your ultimate video and audio source. Now shipping through kaysound imports is the sm pro audio mpatch 2, a compact, desktoprackmountable passive volume attenuator and patch control device. The m patch 2 is a compact desktoprackmountable sized passive volume attenuator and patch control device. A great way to passively attenuate stereo signals from soundcards, cd players, preamps, and mixers, the m patch 2 front panel rotary controls allow precise level adjustments for two input sources. New sm pro audio mpatch active and passive two new models. Maudio fast track pro, sm pro audio mpatch 2, yamaha msp5. Whether the output sent to the mpatch is from a digital or analog system, it handles the task very well.
Aug 11, 2011 im about to mod an rme 9632 and an sm pro audio m patch 2 volume control. Sm pro audio mpatch 2 operating manual pdf download. I promptly forgot sm pro and let things slide as i became engrossed in. So far, this is an identical spec to sm pro s original mpatch model, with its 1uhigh half rackwidth case, blue front panel and optional rackears. Focal first introduced their glassfiber speaker cones in their sm series, where. The sm pro audio mpatch v2 gives me all of this and more. The mpatch 4m provides a central hub for monitor control with mute, mixing, level matching, headphone monitoring.
The m patch 2 provides an ideal desktop or rack mounted, stereo level control solution for any audio monitoring application. However, the replacement mpatch 2 incorporates various additional features that were suggested by users. Is there a monitor controller that wont colour the sound. I figured id wait a while after its release to ask seeing as how it takes awhile for things like this to work their way into peoples set ups. I discovered them while searching for a proquality volume control. When you buy products through links across our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Nov 29, 2017 now shipping through kaysound imports is the sm pro audio m patch 2, a compact, desktoprackmountable passive volume attenuator and patch control device. Sm pro audio mpatch 2 gearslutz is partsupported by our visitors. Building on the success of the original m patch, the new m patch 2 is a feature packed passive problem solver for nearly all production environments.
So far, this is an identical spec to sm pro s original m patch model, with its 1uhigh half rackwidth case, blue front panel and optional rackears. It features a brand new chassis, suitable for either desktop or rackmount use, performing a variety of volume control, levelmatching, mixing and monitoring. If op needs input summing, then the m patch active1 is what might be what they are looking for further reading required. Cheers mate i shouldve probably spent about 2 minutes of thought more on that one. A great way to passively attenuate stereo signals from soundcards, cd players, preamps, and mixers, the mpatch 2 front panel rotary controls allow precise level adjustments for two input sources. I want to start my first mod on the mpatch so here the info mpatch2. So far, this is an identical spec to sm pros original mpatch model, with its 1uhigh half rackwidth case, blue front panel and optional rackears. A great way to passively attenuate stereo signals from soundcards, cd players, preamps, and mixers, the mpatch 2 front panel rotary controls allow precise level adjustments for. The unit is an ideal allinone solution, performing tasks that include monitor control with mute, mixing, levelmatching, headphone monitoring, stereo tomono summing, and talkback. Get the guaranteed best price on studio monitor volume controllers like the sm pro audio mpatch 2 passive volume controlswitch box at musicians friend.
Maudio fast track pro, sm pro audio mpatch 2, yamaha msp5 prodajemnudim. The m patch active1 accommodates four input sources 3 x stereo analog and 1 x usb and three stereo analog outputs plus usb. Its true that affordable active monitor controllers can colour the sound slightly, though i havent personally used the mackie big knob. I cant say night and day, but it was noticeable for sure. The m patch v2 offers a pure passive attenuator designed to retain sonic clarity and offer the purest path from your audio source to your active. The m patch 4 from sm pro audio is a passive volume controlswitcher that is designed for monitoring and recording setups that require talkback. The m patch 2 offers passive volume attenuation of up to two linelevel sources and can direct the output between two sets of xlr outputs. The mpatch 4 from sm pro audio is a passive volume controlswitcher that is designed for monitoring and recording setups that require talkback. I was thinking the other way around the mpatch is pricewise fine i wouldnt want to lose balanced connections.
Jbl mpatch 2 passive stereo controller and switch box. Sm pro audio announces mpatch 4m monitor controller. Beside changing the caps i wanted to change the opamp on both and also the clock on the rme. Mar 10, 2019 hey guys this is my first video, hope you enjoy. Featuring a new chassis suitable for desktop or rackmount use, the mpatch 2. For that reason a separate monitor controller might still be worth investigating. A lengthy post in the gearslutz forum discusses this level mismatch as well. Click the button below to add the forssell smp2 to your wish list. The mpatch passive1 accommodates four input sources 3 x stereo analog and 1 x usb and three stereo analog outputs plus usb. Sm pro mpatch passive1 monitor control ln60016 smp. I was wondering if any of you smart guy wanted to guide me a little in my first quest to modding. Im not sure if there is a better way to match the speaker b output level without. I have an ortofon eq5 on the way, so i was thinking about something that could give me a little boost on the bass.
Oct 22, 2009 sm pro audio nano patch plus published on 102209 the nano patch plus is designed to be connected between your computer audio interfacesound card master outputs and a pair of active powered monitor speakers. The m patch v2 is a compact high quality passive attenuator and patch control device building on the success of the original and best selling m patch series of products. Like the original mpatch, the new mpatch 2 passively attenuates stereo signals. The motu was murkier, but maybe more pleasant and warmer. To test i used a sm pro audio mpatch 2 full passive with my dynaudio bm5a and yamaha hs80ms. The devices rotary control the same pot as used in our mpatch 2 allows precise level adjustments within 1db from 0 to 40db. Buy sm pro audio mpatch 2 passive volume controlswitch box. In addition to the core functionality of providing seamless ab switching between input signals and output speaker monitor systems, the passive1 delivers a full complement of audio monitoring functions, including. Sm pro audio gives us a look at its mpatch 2 passive controller, plus the pm8 passive mixer. The jbl mpatch 2 is a passive stereo controller and switch box that is well suited for audio engineers, mastering studios, broadcast applications, project studios, and more. The mpatch 2 provides an ideal desktop or rack mounted, stereo level control solution for any audio monitoring application.
Click the button below to add the forssell smp 2 to your wish list. The mighty m patch 2 takes a giant leap forward with the new 2. The mpatch 4m provides a central hub for monitor control with mute, mixing, level matching, headphone monitoring, stereotomono summing. A quick video of me unboxing the sm pro mpatch 2 quick n dirty because i used my phone to film it. Building on the success of the original mpatch, the new mpatch 2 is a feature packed passive problem solver. The mpatch v2 offers a pure passive attenuator designed to retain sonic clarity and offer the purest path from your audio source to your active. The m patch 2, however, is a passive device, so should be transparent. The mpatch 2 offers passive volume attenuation of up to two linelevel sources and can direct the. After the mod everything was much truer sounding and the instrument separation was much better with more detail. Looks like the history here is that this used to be an sm pro audio. Yamaha studio monitor hs50m input q whirlpool forums. I use an sm pro audio mpatch 2 in my studio and you could achieve what you are after with one.
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