MC7.1
Surround Monitor Controller
The Drawmer MC7.1 is a powerful surround and stereo monitor controller designed for studios working across film, broadcast, gaming, and immersive media. With support for 7.1, 5.1, and multiple industry-standard surround formats, it delivers precise, transparent monitoring and fast format switching without compromising stereo accuracy.
A comprehensive cut/solo matrix, mix-down capabilities, preset reference level, flexible I/O, and talkback options make it a versatile centrepiece for modern production environments. Rugged, intuitive, and engineered with Drawmer’s signature sonic neutrality, the MC7.1 gives engineers the confidence and control needed for demanding multichannel workflows.
Ultimate Control, Accurate & Transparent
The Drawmer MC7.1 is a dedicated 7.1 / 5.1 surround and stereo monitor controller designed to deliver comprehensive surround mix-checking without sacrificing stereo precision. Built on the same pristine signal path and rugged desktop wedge design as the acclaimed MC3.1, it serves as a powerful, flexible monitoring hub for professional studios.
As surround sound becomes standard across film, television, streaming, gaming, and immersive media, engineers need tools that can adapt. The MC7.1 supports 7.1, 5.1, quadraphonic, DTS®, Dolby Digital EX™, THX Surround EX™, DTS-HD™, and more — all while maintaining the accuracy and transparency that define the Drawmer name.
All the Control in One Desktop Unit
Many surround controllers prioritise multichannel work at the expense of stereo. The MC7.1 excels in both. Whether you’re mixing an immersive soundtrack or refining a stereo master, it lets you switch between formats instantly and confidently.
Its comprehensive stereo mix-check functions — the same tools found in the MC3.1 — can be applied to any surround channel routed to stereo, ensuring consistent monitoring decisions across every workflow.
“I can honestly give the Drawmer MC7.1 my highest recommendation. If you don’t need all the capabilities of the MC7.1, I recommend giving the rest of their monitor controller range serious consideration.”
— Don Gunn, TapeOp.com
Preset Volume Control
A secondary preset volume control allows you to store a calibrated reference level. With one switch, you can instantly return to your preferred monitoring level — a critical capability for accurate, repeatable decision-making.
Well Connected
Designed for modern surround workflows, the MC7.1 includes a wide range of inputs and outputs for seamless integration:
- Two sets of balanced 7.1 inputs
- One 7.1 thru connection
- One balanced stereo input
- Front-panel AUX input
Outputs include balanced 7.1 speaker feeds and an independent stereo main output with optional subwoofer support. This allows operation in mono, stereo, surround, or eight discrete channels depending on your setup.
Advanced Monitoring Features
A versatile mix-down function allows surround signals to be routed to the front left/right monitors or stereo mains, enabling fast compatibility checks. A powerful cut and solo matrix gives precise control over any channel in the system — solo the rears, isolate the centre or LFE, or collapse to stereo at the touch of a button.
- Switchable mono or subwoofer output with level matching
- Low, mid, and high band solo for frequency-focused evaluation
- Internal talkback microphone with footswitch support
- External talkback microphone input
Built to Last
Smart, stylish, and solidly constructed, the MC7.1 is housed in a robust steel chassis engineered for years of reliable daily use. Premium components ensure consistent, transparent performance session after session.
Features
- Ultra-low-noise, transparent circuit design for accurate monitoring in both surround and stereo environments
- Twenty input sources in total: two discrete 7.1 inputs (one via balanced jacks, one via 25-pin D-sub) with a thru output for multitrack recorders; one stereo input via Neutrik combi-jacks; and a top-panel 3.5 mm AUX input with level control for smartphones, tablets, or media players
- Three sets of speaker outputs: one 7.1 output (or eight independent channels in any configuration), one stereo pair, and one mono or subwoofer output, each switchable individually or simultaneously for A/B comparisons
- Level trims on all eleven outputs for precise calibration and accurate channel matching
- Flexible monitoring with solo and cut controls for each of the eight surround channels
- Mix-down options allowing 7.1 sources to be reduced to 5.1, stereo, or mono, with support for up to eight monitors depending on input type and speaker configuration
- Stereo monitoring, including mix-downs, available via the dedicated stereo outputs or the front left/right surround channels
- Comprehensive stereo mix-check tools including low, mid, and high solo, dim, left/right mute, phase reverse, and additional monitoring functions
- Volume control via a smooth variable front-panel knob or a repeatable preset level, both offering excellent channel matching
- Two high-quality headphone amplifiers with independent level controls
- Integrated talkback system with level control, internal or external microphone input, optional footswitch activation, headphone routing, and a dedicated mono output
- Fully analogue signal path with no software, firmware updates, reboots, or crashes
- Rugged steel desktop wedge chassis with a Kensington security slot for theft protection
- Designed and handmade by Drawmer in the United Kingdom
Specifications
| Crosstalk | >80 dB |
| THD & noise Unity gain, 0 dBu input |
0.01% |
| Frequency response 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
±0.2 dB |
| Phase response 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
±2° max |
| Power requirements |
External power supply EMC standards:
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| Case Depth |
220 mm |
| Case Width |
275 mm |
| Case Height |
100 mm |
| Weight | 2.6 kg |
In the interests of product development, Drawmer reserve the right to modify or improve specifications of this product at any time, without prior notice.