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Whirlwind WW-THS2 Talkback Headphone Box - Studio Communication

Name: Whirlwind WW-THS2 Talkback Headphone Box - Studio Communication
Brand: Whirlwind
SKU: WW-THS2

XLR

A dedicated talkback headphone box with independent volume controls, cough switch, and support for headphones from 30 to 600 ohms.

$575.39*

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated:Jul 13, 2026.Price and availability are subject to change.

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Overview

The Whirlwind WW-THS2 Talkback Headphone Box is a studio communication tool designed to sit at the talent position in recording, broadcast, or post-production environments. It accepts balanced stereo audio on separate left and right XLR inputs, plus a balanced mono XLR input that feeds both ears — giving the engineer flexibility to send a stereo program mix alongside a separate mono cue or talkback feed. Each of these three inputs has its own front-panel volume knob, so the talent can adjust their own headphone balance without requiring the engineer to make changes at the console.

On the microphone side, the WW-THS2 provides a passive straight-through connection from a dynamic mic to the control room, with a latching on/off switch for hands-free talkback and a momentary cough switch for quick muting. The unit drives headphones between 30 and 600 ohms through both 1/4-inch TRS and 3.5mm jacks, covering everything from low-impedance in-ears to high-impedance studio monitors. Powered by the included 12 VAC adapter, the WW-THS2 is built to Whirlwind's professional standards and fits naturally into any studio workflow that requires reliable, simple talent communication.

Key Features

Talkback Headphone Box

Left and right balanced line level inputs with individual volume controls

Additional Mono input feeds both left and right ears

Balanced XLR input and output jacks

A red lamp indicates the Mic is on

Specifications

Brand

Whirlwind

Model

WW-THS2

Microphone Output

Passive Straight Through

Mic Control

Latching Mic On/Off Switch, Momentary Cough Switch

Microphone Compatibility

Dynamic Mics Only

Headphone Inputs

Balanced Left and Right on Separate Female XLR

Mono Input

Balanced XLR (Feeds Both Ears)

Headphone Jack

1/4" TRS and 3.5mm

Volume Controls

Separate Left, Right, and Mono

Headphone Impedance

30 to 600 Ohms

Power

12 VAC (PS12AC1A Adapter Included)

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

Independent volume controls for left, right, and mono inputs allow precise headphone mix balancing
Latching mic on/off switch and momentary cough switch give talent full control over their microphone
Supports headphone impedances from 30 to 600 ohms, working with virtually any studio headphone
Dual headphone jacks in 1/4-inch TRS and 3.5mm accommodate different headphone connectors without adapters
Power supply is included in the box, ready for immediate setup

👎 Cons

Only compatible with dynamic microphones, ruling out condenser mics commonly used in studio vocal setups
Passive microphone pass-through means no preamp gain is provided at the box itself
Requires an external 12 VAC power adapter, adding a cable and wall outlet dependency to the setup
XLR headphone inputs require balanced feeds from your console or interface, which may need additional cabling

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a condenser microphone with the WW-THS2?

No. The WW-THS2 works with dynamic microphones only. The microphone output is a passive straight-through connection with no phantom power.

What is the cough switch used for?

The momentary cough switch temporarily mutes the microphone so the talent can cough or speak off-mic without the audio passing through to the talkback feed.

Can I feed a stereo headphone mix and a separate mono cue at the same time?

Yes. The unit has balanced left and right XLR inputs for a stereo mix plus a separate balanced mono XLR input that feeds both ears equally. All three have independent front-panel volume controls.

What headphone connectors does this unit provide?

The WW-THS2 includes both a 1/4-inch TRS jack and a 3.5mm jack, accommodating most professional and consumer headphones.

Is the power supply included?

Yes. A 12 VAC power adapter (model PS12AC1A) is included with the unit.