PMC-2 Premium Passive 2 x 2 Studio Monitor Volume Controller

I purchased this because I wanted to switch from a black speaker controller to a white one. I was a little hesitant at first since I was unfamiliar with this brand, but I am so happy that I decided to give it a try. It was extremely easy to hook up and it looks great with the other white pieces in my home studio.The overall volume sensitivity is exactly what I need in both it's DIM mode as well as its normal mode. I am extremely happy with this purchase, especially for its price.

I'm a non-pro home studio musician. This was the least expensive desktop volume control I could find with XLR + RCA + AUX inputs AND outputs, which lets me run a non-pro / home-theater sub-woofer with my desktop studio monitors. Right out of the box, this device feels like something from the 1960's. Kinda heavy w/ an odd metal enclosure painted warm gray. This is a completely passive device, no power required, with great button functions - and it worked perfectly right out of the box. Yes, the device seems to attenuate the signal a bit, but it sounds fairly clean otherwise (again, non-pro here.) I'm running JBL 305P studio monitors (via the XLR outs) and a Polk Home-Studio sub (via the AUX out), and feeding the device from the monitor outputs of a Yamaha MG10XU mixer, which is also my primary audio interface. Buttons on the front panel let me A/B my monitors and sub independently, instantly switch between stereo/mono, and mute the speakers entirely. It also has an A/B switch for the inputs (XLR or RCA/AUX) and a -20db "dim" switch for the incoming signal. The volume knob itself has a nice degree of resistance (IMO) but the indicator mark is impossible to see so I literally drew a solid black line right on the top of the big dial with a sharpie. (If you want to SEE where the knob is set, you're going to have to do something similar.) The only other complaint I have is with the hard plastic feet which slide around on a typical smooth desktop surface. I removed the front two feet and replaced them with two silicon tabs, which gives it just enough grip on the desktop. Otherwise, HIGHLY recommended. This is a simple, non-computerized, physical plug-n-play desktop volume control that works exactly as I hoped it would - and I hope this review helps you.

Digital to Analog Convert = Topping D10s (~$200)Analog volume adjuster = Dynasty ProAudio PMC-2 (~$100)Studio Monitor Speakers = Rokit KRK 5" G4 (~$500)Would recommend this setup. Sound incredible, however, the Dynasty ProAudio PMC-2 starts to get a little static from wear on the components after adjusting the volume continuously for months. I would highly recommend ensuring the unit is grounded as static electricity from your hands can jump into the line and damage your DAC.The static noise only occurs while the knob is being rotated. The slower you rotate it, the more noticeable it is. Deoxit solves the issue completely.This unit is very well made. Purchased in May 2022 and updating this review in August 2024 as it is still working amazing. I've only used the deoxit once and it fixed it for good.

Ideal for me. I have a live sound system that I use for our band which is controlled by an IPAD. This controller gives me quick access to a master volume without using the iPad. Sound quality is great with no issues!!! Great price also!!!

I ended up returning this item. Only because the volume knob was bent and wobble. But the volume felt nice. The unit felt just okay. But the price was right. One thing I didn’t like is the pegs on the Bottom we’re hard slick plastic. And would slide around my desk. Especially with the weight of the chords connected to it. Would have been better if they were rubber