Ariel Borujow
Engineer
“With the MONITOR ST I can finally hear my mixes they way I always wanted to”
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The MONITOR ST is actually an education into doing it right. The guys at Dangerous obviously designed this thing from years of experience.
Can I adjust the crossover / Low Pass filter?
Technically this is a Low Pass Filter, not a crossover, because it simply removes the midrange frequencies and above from the sub, without removing the low frequencies from the main speakers. This allows full range monitoring from the mains with or without the sub extension.… READ MORE Can I adjust the crossover / Low Pass filter?
Can I monitor all 4 sources (SUM, ANALOG, DAW, CD) simultaneously?
No. Up to 3 maximum. To monitor from up to three sources simultaneously (instead of the default single source), first enter setup mode. To enter setup mode press the mono and alt spkr buttons simultaneously. Both switches will flash alternately indicating that the D-Box is… READ MORE Can I monitor all 4 sources (SUM, ANALOG, DAW, CD) simultaneously?
Chris Bialuski
President, Recording.org
“The MONITOR ST is actually an education in doing it right. The guys at Dangerous obviously designed this thing from years of experience.”
Chris Bialuski
President, Recording.org
“The MONITOR ST is the single most valued piece of gear I have ever owned. It’s a giant asset to my studio. When I got that, it all started making sense.”
D-BOX Downloads
Manuals
D-BOX Manual
Setup Documents
“Read This First” Document
Setting Up D-BOX with Apogee Ensemble
Setting Up D-BOX with Focusrite Saffire
Setting Up D-BOX with Lynx Aurora 8
Setting Up D-BOX with RME UFX
Setting Up D-BOX with UA Apollo
8-Channel Summing Example
Other
D-BOX Front Panel Drawings (PDF)
Cubase & Logic Summing Templates
Setup Diagrams
D-BOX / Apollo Interconnects
D-BOX / Apollo Setup
D-BOX 003 and Rosetta 800
D-BOX and Presonus FireStudio
D-BOX with Ensemble TB *NEW*
D-BOX with FF800 Diagram
D-BOX with Prism Orpheus
D-BOX with Symphony 8×8
D-BOX Analog Summing Setup for Focusrite Saffire Mix Control
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D-BOX Press Kit
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Do I need to leave blank rack spaces above/below my gear?
Dangerous gear does not get extremely hot. However, we always recommend leaving blank spaces anyway. More ventilation always equals longer gear life, no matter how hot or cool your gear runs. Do not rack your Dangerous gear next to very hot gear such as power… READ MORE Do I need to leave blank rack spaces above/below my gear?
Do I still use “Bounce to Disk” to record my mixes when using Dangerous Summing?
No- with Dangerous Summing, “Bounce to Disk” is unnecessary. Instead, record your mix into your DAW in real time by taking a pair outputs from your D-Box and plugging them into 2 line inputs on your interface. Once this mix has been recorded onto a… READ MORE Do I still use “Bounce to Disk” to record my mixes when using Dangerous Summing?
Does a Talkback remote switch come with the Monitor ST?
No. Order a Dangerous Music TBREM from your favorite pro audio dealer if you’d like one or build it. See “How is the Talkback Remote Wired?”
Does the Monitor ST sound better than the D-Box?
No. The D-Box has less features, but the identical, mastering grade sound quality.
Dustin Burnett
Mixer / Producer / Songwriter
“I feel like I have the Force!”
Dustin Burnett
Mixer / Producer / Songwriter
“I feel like I have brand new speakers.”
Dustin Burnett
Mixer / Producer / Songwriter
“I know my mix is 25% or so wider than it was before, and the top end is so much more defined.”
How can I go from my interfaces’ S/PDIF out to the AES DAW input on the Dbox?
Connect a S/PDIF to AES cable and use the front panel controls to select the source (DAW or CD). The converter will recognize and lock to either AES or S/PDIF sources. Only one digital source may be monitored at a time. Purchase high quality cables!… READ MORE How can I go from my interfaces’ S/PDIF out to the AES DAW input on the Dbox?
How can I set up a click track for the talent?
Connect the click track to the Aux inputs. Then adjust the level knob from the front of the Monitor ST rack “Aux Input to Cue” until the correct balance has been achieved.
How do I audition sample libraries or audibly monitor software updates?
Connect the headphone output from your computer to the Aux inputs. Then adjust the level knob from the front of the Monitor ST rack “Aux Input to Main” until the correct balance has been achieved.
How do I clock the onboard D/A converters?
The D/A is clocked by the pulse that is embedded in the AES or SPDIF source that you are inputing to the converter.
How do I feed meters with an ST?
There are 2 ways to do this. The simplest is to use a half-normalled connection in a patchbay to feed a meter. The second way is to make a modified cable that can be used from the ST Cue Amp out. Please see the downloads… READ MORE How do I feed meters with an ST?
How do I get the output of the talkback mic by itself?
The talkback mic feeds the headphone output independently. This means that if you turn down your headphone output, but turn up your talkback level, you will hear just the talkback through the headphone output.
How do I hook up more than two pairs of headphones?
Each headphone output provides 20 watts of clean, high quality amplification. There is plenty of juice to feed headphone distribution boxes like the Redco Little Red Cue Box. Depending on the impedance of the headphones utilized, the headphone output can handle up to 16 sets… READ MORE How do I hook up more than two pairs of headphones?
How do I plug my SM57 into the talkback jack on the front of the Monitor ST rack?
Employ an inexpensive line transformer (600- 10k ohms) available at your favorite audio grocer.
How do I reinitialize or return to the factory settings?
Enter setup mode by holding the Setup button for 1 second. It will light up blue. Next, hold the PPI button and it will light up blue. While still holding the PPI button, press and release the LFE button, it will light up red. Now… READ MORE How do I reinitialize or return to the factory settings?
How does the quality of the D-Box compare to other Dangerous products?
The D-Box is made with all the same components as all Dangerous Gear. The summing section is identical to the 2-Bus (but cut in half), and the D/A and monitoring paths are mostly the same as what can be found in our other gear.
How many channels of analog summing do I get with the D-Box?
The D-Box summing section has 8 channels, but can also be linked with a 2-Bus to expand the amount of summing channels.
I have a project coming up that’s 7.1…can I expand my ST/SR system to handle that?
Absolutely! Go nuts, do 10.2 if you want!
I have one subwoofer I want to share between my main stereo set and my 5.1 set. Which Sub output should I use?
The 3rd speaker output has a stereo feed for the front channels and a unique feature to switch signals for the subwoofers in the system. In Stereo mode, the Sub feeds get their signal from the front channels, output 6 having a mono combiner for… READ MORE I have one subwoofer I want to share between my main stereo set and my 5.1 set. Which Sub output should I use?
I need more inputs than the Monitor ST has, what do I do?
Adding a small sub mixer to the Aux Input can be a convenient way to patch and mix signals into the ST system. The mixer can set the listen back mic level (from the live room), the computer cue (headphone out) level, and still have… READ MORE I need more inputs than the Monitor ST has, what do I do?
I see no digital input for 5.1 on the system. How do I get my signals in if they’re digital?
The system is totally expandable. Add a DAC-SR and A.S.S. rack for digital inputs. All controllable from the same remote.
I want to hear two sources at once, how do I do that?
To monitor from up to three sources simultaneously (instead of the default single source), first enter setup mode. To enter setup mode press the mono and alt spkr buttons simultaneously. Both switches will flash alternately indicating that the D-Box is waiting to set the input… READ MORE I want to hear two sources at once, how do I do that?
I’m running into the “Aux” input (XLR) and I when I turn the volume all the way down, I still hear the signal.. What’s the story?
The purpose of the Aux is to have a separate path that is independent of the remote and can be layered with the selected input. Aux is not going to give you an exact level match to your other inputs, so if you are performing… READ MORE I’m running into the “Aux” input (XLR) and I when I turn the volume all the way down, I still hear the signal.. What’s the story?
Is the summing amp the same for the 2Bus and 2BusLT and Dbox?
Yes! The Dbox is simply half the inputs (8 channels of summing vs. 16). Dangerous Music NEVER compromises your music. We may remove features to get to a price, but never sound quality.
John Schirmer
Producer, Engineer
“My ears, my record player and my Dangerous D-BOX are the three most irreplaceable tools in my box.”
Karl Derfler
Engineer/Producer
“The Dangerous MONITOR ST is the essential piece of gear in my arsenal. I couldn’t work without it. I know that I’m hearing an accurate representation of the system output and the headphone output is the best I’ve ever heard.”
La Forest Gray
The Dangerous Music MONITOR ST let’s me hear my mixes, it moves out of the way and let’s the vocals and music come through as it was recorded.
La Forest Gray
The ST is a GOD-send from Dangerous Music, I’ve put this in conjunction with my Apogee Symphony I/O and both the Focal CMS 40’s & Dynaudio BM-5A’s….NO-Coloration what so ever. Easy set-up, connectivity, you can completely trust your mix.
MONITOR SR Downloads
Manuals
ST/SR Manual
Setup Documents
ST/SR 7.1 Setup Guide
Other
MONITOR SR Rear Panel (PDF)
Setup Diagrams
7.1 One-Sheet
CONVERT-8 and ST/SR
MONITOR ST and SR Connections
MONITOR SR Press Kit
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MONITOR ST Downloads
Manuals
ST/SR Manual
Other
“Read This First” Document
MONITOR ST Chop Shop/Fact Snack
Schematic for ST Cue to Meters
SR Panel Drawings (PDF)
ST Panel Drawings (PDF)
ST Remote Fact Snack
Setup Diagrams
2-BUS LT with MONITOR ST and Symphony
MONITOR ST and DAC-ST Connections
MONITOR ST and SR Connections
MONITOR ST Press Kit
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Ray Benson
Musician/Artist
“I use gear that sounds good to me. The MONITOR ST and 2-BUS LT have been great purchases for our Mix Room!”
Richard Devine
Composer and Sound Designer
“I like to mix at lower volumes, and with the ST even at low volumes you get all that macro, beautiful detail, which was interesting to me. I thought, ‘Wow! There’s an immediate difference!’”
Richard Devine
Composer and Sound Designer
“Clean transparent audio with a non-fatiguing sound, I didn’t hear any distortion, and could hear so much detail even monitoring at the lowest listening levels.”
Richard Devine
Composer and Sound Designer
“I did some tests where I was mixing for longer periods of time and I realized I’m not getting any ear fatigue. The DAC-ST and MONITOR ST combo has this very silky, clean presence. I don’t hear any distortion.”
Richard Devine
Composer and Sound Designer
“Transparency is truth to me and I feel that the MONITOR ST has revealed everything to a point where I can very-well trust it.”
Robert Vosgien
Mastering Engineer
“The sound of my mains improved so much using the Dangerous Monitor versus the monitor section in the console I was using previously, it prompted me to tell everyone that we need to really get started updating our gear. I began bugging everybody that I… READ MORE Robert Vosgien
Sam Seifert
Producer/Engineer
“Having the MONITOR ST and 2-BUS LT when it comes time to mix is a must. The 2-BUS LT gives me the analog sound I desire, and the MONITOR ST is by far the best monitor controller I’ve heard”
Someone told me I should be using bass management. Does the Monitor ST/SR employ this? Do I need it?
The Monitor ST/SR employs a Low Pass Filter, not a crossover, because it simply removes the midrange frequencies and above from the sub, without removing the low frequencies from the main speakers. This allows full range monitoring from the mains with or without the sub… READ MORE Someone told me I should be using bass management. Does the Monitor ST/SR employ this? Do I need it?
Steven Miller
“I love the D-BOX. No other unit that I’ve seen accomplishes what it does. Between the monitoring, headphone amp and summing mixer, it makes my job increasingly easier; and the music I make sounds 100-times better.”
What can I use the CUE AMP out for? Is it powered or unpowered?
The CUE AMP output provides 20 watts of amplification to feed headphone distribution boxes like the Redco Little Red Cue Box. Depending on the impedance of the headphones utilized, the CUE AMP output can handle up to 16 sets of headphones. (Based on 600 ohm… READ MORE What can I use the CUE AMP out for? Is it powered or unpowered?
What is the CD Input for? Can I plug in an iPod there?
The CD Input is a digital input (AES/SPDIF) that utilizes the D-Box’s mastering-grade D/A converter for monitoring. This allows you to listen to songs through the same converter and at the same reference level as your mix. You can plug in any device that has… READ MORE What is the CD Input for? Can I plug in an iPod there?
What is the difference between -10dBV and +4dBu?
11.7 (trick question). But the real answer you are looking for is “when and why do I use the Gain button?” When plugging in an unbalanced, consumer level source like a headphone computer output, iPod, DVD player, the level is low (.773 volts vs. 1.23… READ MORE What is the difference between -10dBV and +4dBu?
When I select the “analog” input, the signal is waaay louder than the other inputs…
The analog input can be set to either -10dBV or +4dBu. If the signal is too loud, you probably have it set to -10dBV when it really needs to be +4. To switch this, enter setup by pressing the mono and alt spkr buttons simultaneously,… READ MORE When I select the “analog” input, the signal is waaay louder than the other inputs…
When I select the “analog” input, the signal is weak…
The analog input can be set to either -10dBV or +4dBu. If the signal is too low, you probably need to boost it up to -10dBV. To do this, enter setup by pressing the mono and alt spkr buttons simultaneously, and then hit the analog… READ MORE When I select the “analog” input, the signal is weak…
Where is the digital input?
To add digital inputs, expand the system with the “Additional Switching System” and “DAC-ST” or “DAC-SR” depending upon the application.
Why can’t I get any more level out of Input 4? I have it turned up all the way and it’s not blasting!
The Input 4 knob is cut only. The purpose is for comparing a mastered CD with the current project at the same volume. When the knob is all the way up, the input is set at Unity.
Why do my buttons sometimes latch and other times they don’t?
“They function based on what we call “”momentoggle””. There are two modes: momentary and latching. In LATCH MODE, if a button is pressed and released quickly, it will lock. In TOGGLE MODE, if a button is pressed and held for more than a second, the… READ MORE Why do my buttons sometimes latch and other times they don’t?
Why do things get louder when I press the Mono Button?
Mono sums the left and right channels together. If anything is out of phase between the two channels, they will boost each other, thus making the mix quieter, or losing specific instruments. This button is there to help ensure that the mix is “in phase”… READ MORE Why do things get louder when I press the Mono Button?
Why do things get quieter when I press the Mono Button?
Mono sums the left and right channels together. If anything is out of phase between the two channels, they will cancel each other out, thus making the mix quieter, or losing specific instruments. This button is there to help ensure that the mix is “in… READ MORE Why do things get quieter when I press the Mono Button?
Why does my Monitor ST make that clicking sound? Can I turn it off?
You are hearing relays adjust the stepped attenuator inside the Monitor ST rack unit. This is a transparent, musical solution, as opposed to a VCA (voltage controlled amplification) which tends to smear the image and DCA (digitally controlled attenuation) where bit depth is degraded as… READ MORE Why does my Monitor ST make that clicking sound? Can I turn it off?
Why does my Remote go into Dim when I turn up the Volume Encoder?
ST uses a relay-based analog stepped attenuator volume control design. An absolute value encoder at the remote transmits I2C code to the rack unit telling the relays when to change state. If the firmware detects any missed steps it places the unit into Dim to… READ MORE Why does my Remote go into Dim when I turn up the Volume Encoder?
Why don’t the mute and dim buttons work when I am listening to the Aux Input?
The purpose of the Aux is to have a separate path that is independent of the remote and can be layered with the selected input. Use input 1-4 if you require the use of mute and dim.
Why is the DAW button louder/softer than the SUM button?
When switching between DAW and SUM on the D-Box, you are switching between 2 different D/A converters- the converter in the D-Box, and the converter in your interface. Different converters will be calibrated to different reference levels, therefore one may be louder than the other.
Will the D-Box accept S/PDIF in?
Yes, just plug in a S/PDIF cable that is terminated to M-XLR on the D-Box end. This cable must be kept under a few feet long in order to not lose data.