Swissonic M-Control

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Passive Monitor Controller

Robust, metal housing
2 Combination inputs jack / XLR
1 Input 3.5 mm stereo jack
2 Outputs XLR male
1 Output 3.5 mm stereo jack
Switchable mute
Switchable mono sum
Dimensions (W x D x H): 162 x 98 x 54 mm
Weight: 400 g

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Available since June 2017
Item number 405790
Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
Number Of Monitoring Outputs (Stereo) 1
Headphone connection 0
Talkback Function No
Built-in AD / DA converter No
Incl. Remote control No
Level Meter No
Number of 2 track inputs 0
Summing Function No
Surround No
Design Desktop
Dimensions 162 x 98 x 54 mm

479 kr

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An easy-to-use monitor controller

The Swissonic M-Control is an affordable passive monitor controller whose design focuses on the features that are essential for such devices. It controls the monitoring volume (including a mute function) and offers the option of mono summing, but leaves advanced functions such as input switching for different sources and output switching for multiple monitoring options to its big brother, the Swissonic M-Control +. Likewise, talkback, dim, and bass management for connected subwoofers have also been left out in order to make this model as "back to basics" as possible. The Swissonic M-Control does, however, provide a solid basis for those who appreciate the directness of tangible controls when adjusting their monitoring volume.

Classic position in the signal chain

The Swissonic M-Control is encased in a robust metal housing and can be easily integrated into an existing monitoring system in the same manner as other monitoring controllers. It can be connected to an audio interface via its XLR/jack combo sockets and also features a second stereo input in 3.5mm mini-jack format, which can be used to connect a smartphone or similar playback device, for example. On the output side, there are two XLR sockets for connecting active studio monitors and a 3.5mm stereo mini-jack socket. All inputs and outputs are always simultaneously active and can be used at the same time.

A solid choice for home studios

The Swissonic M-Control is designed for users involved in music and multimedia production who do not want to invest a three or four-figure sum in a monitor controller. At the same time, it offers consistently good performance from a technical point of view. A very good stereo balance is achieved over almost the entire range of the large volume control, and the output signal remains free of crosstalk or noise when the mono and mute buttons are pressed, even at high monitoring levels. All in all, the Swissonic M-Control with its largely neutral sound is thus a rock-solid choice for home studios.

About Swissonic

Launched in 1998, Swissonic is an in-house brand operated by Thomann. Swissonic's range of electronic and digital devices are built to precise specifications by well-known manufacturers and are thus available at very favourable prices via direct marketing without distributors. Swissonic mainly focuses on devices for use in conjunction with a computer. The product range therefore includes interfaces, webcams, monitoring speakers, MIDI keyboards, and routers but also sound converters and rack-mounted electronic equipment. Swissonic thus provides an extensive wide range of affordable equipment for computer and home studio-based sound processing.

A good choice even for small workspaces

With its compact and robustly built metal housing, complete with wood-effect sides, the Swissonic M-Control will look good on any desktop. Thanks to its non-slip rubber feet and relatively high weight of 400 grams, the monitor controller, which measures 16.2 x 9.8 x 5.4cm, will sit securely in place even when there is a slight tug on the connected cables. The Swissonic M-Control is available in a bundle with the Swissonic ASM5 and ASM7 active nearfield monitors, but can of course also be used with all commonly available studio monitors. Moreover, it is also possible to connect it to consumer-grade subwoofers and active loudspeakers.

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It?s ok

marcoluz 11.10.2020

It?s fine. Works well. Although after several months I have started to have some issues with the mute knob, I had to give small taps on the top of the knob to make the sound balanced between both speakers, otherwise I would listen more from one speaker then the other.

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Really great addition

Thonk 15.04.2023

I have a tiny little studio setup in my shed. I've got a lot of experience in studio's having walked into my 1st session (bass) in 1987 as a 17 yr old and gone on from there.

35 yrs later I'm still doing it as a job, which is nice.

This is a really nice solid piece of kit for stuff all money that helps a bunch in a home studio setting

It's passive and adds no colour to the sound. The dial is big and easy to use. I use the mono switch the most when mixing (mixing in mono initially then fine tune from there a good old skool approach that still works well.)

Pros - works, cheap, simple.

Cons- No a/b for different speaker sets when checking a mix on little commercial/home/car speakers as opposed to studio quality flat speakers ( but you can get that on other models from the same company, so not really).

Great kit for home/ semi pro use. For people who love not doing everything with a mouse.

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No noticeable faults

Carl-Robert 26.02.2026

I did test the monitor controller with Swissonic ASM5 pair and I failed to notice any sort of distortion or colouring when compared to not using the volume controller.

The mute button also works as intended and the build quality was top notch, especially for the price. I did however wish it would have been matte black for less distracting visuals.

Note that this product isn't necessary with modern digital mixers in computers, since the theoretical loss of signal transparency is higher than the theoretical loss when using a digital volume mixer. I did retire the product after setting up a few autohotkey scripts to handle Windows' digital mixer, but like I mentioned I didn't personally notice a degradation in sound quality either way.

So if you want a big volume knob with a mute function this works perfectly fine.

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Makes mixing so much easier

Lyamm 21.02.2022

Give control of speakers too your finger tips... no more having to reach around the back of speakers..

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Swissonic M-Control

Passive Monitor Controller