Rugged and Reliable 4-channel Headphone Cue Box
When recording a live band in the studio, a reliable and easy-to-use headphone distribution system is vital, and the CB-4 headphone cue box from Simon Systems is an industry-standard solution found in countless professional studios. A passive distribution system, the CB-4 receives a stereo output from a power amplifier via XLR, which it can feed to up to four pairs of headphones — each with independent volume knobs, so artists can control how much of the mix they want in their cans. Additionally, the 3-way Left/Stereo/Right switch allows for monitoring a single stereo mix or two selectable mono cue mixes on the left and right channels.
The CB-4 also includes an XLR output for daisy-chaining multiple units, which engineers at Sweetwater appreciate when working with large ensembles. Due to its passive design, the CB-4 offers higher headroom with less distortion and coloration than many comparable active headphone distribution systems, and it uses power-rated potentiometers with noise-free conductive plastic to keep the signal pristine. Housed in a rugged metal chassis, the CB-4 can withstand even the most rigorous daily use for years of worry-free operation.
Simon Systems CB-4 Headphone Cue Box Features:
- Passive headphone distribution system
- Receives a stereo output from a power amp via XLR input
- Features four separate headphone outputs, each with independent volume control
- 3-way Left/Stereo/Right switch allows for monitoring a single stereo mix or selecting from two different mono cue mixes
- Daisy-chain multiple units together for large ensemble recording sessions
- Higher headroom and less coloration and distortion than comparable active headphone distribution systems
- Power-rated potentiometers with noise-free conductive plastic
- Housed in a durable all-metal chassis for years of rigorous use
