Drawmer MC1.1 Monitor Pre-Amplifier

Drawmer MC1.1: Ultra Low Noise, RIAA MM Phono & a Hi-Fi Crossover

Fall in love with your vinyl again with the Drawmer MC1.1 Monitor Preamp! Developed as a sibling to the acclaimed MC2.1, the MC1.1 offers the same renowned transparency and sound quality but with a simplified feature set ideal for home use or post-production booths. Its newly added RIAA phono stage makes it perfect for cherished turntable setups, delivering audiophile sound quality without complexity.

Accurate & Transparent Monitoring

The MC1.1 has been developed with both the serious musician and the music lover in mind. It allows for precise monitoring of personal workstations, ensuring complete accuracy and transparency. The MC1.1 faithfully reproduces what has been recorded while also offering connectivity for MP3 players, smartphones, and turntables through the integrated RIAA phono stage. Experience the warmth of vinyl by simply connecting a turntable and active speakers or headphones, bringing your vinyl collection to life with high fidelity.

Elegant & User-Friendly Design

The front panel features two large, independent volume controls for the main line outs and the headphone amplifier. Both incorporate a paralleled custom quad pot for excellent channel matching and smooth action. Individual switches for each input source and output section contribute to a streamlined and functional user interface, making the MC1.1 both elegant and easy to use.

Tough & Secure Build Quality

Built to withstand the demands of any studio environment, the rugged enclosure of the MC1.1 is both stylish and durable. Constructed with high-quality components, the MC1.1 ensures reliability and longevity for years of use. The optional MCB rack-mounting kit allows for further convenience, transforming the MC1.1 into a rack-mountable unit for easy integration into studio setups.

Features

• Ultra low noise and transparent circuit design for high fidelity sound.
• Source switches can be active in any combination. Three inputs in total: two on ¼” balanced jacks and one 3.5mm front-panel AUX for smartphone/MP3 player connection.
• Two speaker outputs plus a mono sub that can be switched individually or used for A/B comparisons.
• Timed relay protection on all speaker outputs to prevent power-up/down bangs.
• Large volume knob incorporating a paralleled custom quad pot for excellent channel matching and smooth feel.
• Headphone amplifier with individual level controls, accessible via a front-panel jack.
• Front-panel 3.5mm AUX input with level control for easy MP3 player, smartphone, or tablet connection.
• Mix-checking facilities, including dim, phase reverse, mono, and mute switches.
• Kensington security slot (K-Slot) for added security.
• Low-profile desktop enclosure with a footprint of just 18×16 cm.
• Stylish and rugged enclosure, designed to withstand studio use.