--- product_id: 3054136 title: "Emotiva Audio CF-Unbalanced Control Freak" brand: "emotiva audio" price: "£8.00" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/3054136-emotiva-audio-cf-unbalanced-control-freak store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Convenient remote control Single-ended & balanced options Precision potentiometer Emotiva Audio CF-Unbalanced Control Freak **Brand:** emotiva audio **Price:** £8.00 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎛️ Control Your Sound, Control Your Vibe! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Emotiva Audio CF-Unbalanced Control Freak by emotiva audio - **How much does it cost?** £8.00 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/3054136-emotiva-audio-cf-unbalanced-control-freak) ## Best For - emotiva audio enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted emotiva audio brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Smooth Control:** Precision potentiometer guarantees fluid level adjustments for an unparalleled listening experience. - • **Elevate Your Sound:** Transform your audio experience with the Control Freak, making every listening session a masterpiece. - • **Desktop Convenience:** Large remote knob designed for easy access, putting control right at your fingertips. - • **User-Friendly Design:** Intuitive layout ensures effortless operation, perfect for both casual listeners and audio professionals. - • **Versatile Connectivity:** Available in both single-ended and balanced versions to seamlessly integrate with your audio setup. ## Overview The Emotiva Audio CF-Unbalanced Control Freak is a high-quality audio control solution, offering both single-ended and balanced versions. It features a precision potentiometer for smooth level changes and a large remote knob designed for easy desktop use, ensuring that you have complete control over your audio experience. ## Description Have you ever wondered how to connect a source with no volume control directly to powered monitors or an amplifier? Welcome to the Emotiva Control Freak. It's a passive volume control that makes connecting a phono preamp, DAC, CD player (or virtually any other source) to your powered monitors or amps easy-with ultimate transparency and control. ## Features - Available in both single-ended and balanced versions to match your equipment - Precision potentiometer ensures smooth level changes and excellent - Large, convenient remote knob is ideal for desktop use-and puts controlat your fingertips ## Images ![Emotiva Audio CF-Unbalanced Control Freak - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/819ybM7rhLL.jpg) ![Emotiva Audio CF-Unbalanced Control Freak - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91BiVEOrQdL.jpg) ![Emotiva Audio CF-Unbalanced Control Freak - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81c5JCTp4rL.jpg) ![Emotiva Audio CF-Unbalanced Control Freak - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91GW0A91HML.jpg) ![Emotiva Audio CF-Unbalanced Control Freak - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81VV7jx+oaL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐ 3.0 out of 5 stars The device itself is very nice from a design perspective *by M***R on Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2014* I use Dirac Live software to provide room correction, and it detected a slight volume imbalance when using this. It also actually swaps the channels and adds an extremely large amount of distortion at very (and I mean very) low volume settings.The device itself is very nice from a design perspective. The material selection is good. I also really like the cord design with the fabric like sleeve. The bottom surface provides enough friction, but I would prefer it be just a little bit stickier. The texture of the knob is just fantastic, and it has the perfect amount of resistance. It's not too easy to turn but not too hard. My only complaint here is it is a little difficult to see where it is set in low light, and even in good light there's no clear indication where 0% and 100% are. Practically, though, this doesn't really matter all that much the way I use it.It is an acceptable solution, and, honestly, there aren't a lot of devices like this available. I replaced an old Fostex volume knob with this one due to the larger profile and more aesthetically pleasing design.What I can't get over is the odd distortion at low levels. That this somehow got past QA bugs me quite a bit, which is why I can only justify a 3 star rating. However, please understand, that this is only an issue for the first few degrees from zero. I highly doubt anyone would realistically listen at such a low volume. ### ⭐⭐ 2.0 out of 5 stars NOT Transparent In The Chain *by A***L on Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2015* Great feel and ergonomics to the dial itself. The cabling though, it is too stiff, and not color marked for easy L/R differentiation.Worst thing about this controller is it's SOUND. yes, it has it's own sound, because I can easily hear that it detracts from the transparency of my system. It makes the sound duller compared to a direct connection of the dac to the power amp with an accordingly (SPL meter match) attenuated signal digitally, plain and simple. It's not very subtle difference wither. NOT recommended. ### ⭐ 1.0 out of 5 stars Awful QC (How does this leave the manfacturing?) *by Z***E on Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2015* 1/5 StarsCables seemed quality enough, braided but the connectors weren't bonded well at all and felt cheap.Knob piece literally came off before I even removed it from the packaging. Underneath the knob is just a piece of plastic that the metal is "weak and badly." glued to. Maybe if you're gonna skimp on quality and not even have a central post, you use some quality epoxy?Returning immediately.These were out of stock when I ordered and waited a week, seems this was a rushed/crappy batch.Could be a good product but you're better off making your own or paying for someone to make you one. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/3054136-emotiva-audio-cf-unbalanced-control-freak](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/3054136-emotiva-audio-cf-unbalanced-control-freak) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-17*