ART DUAL ACTIVE DIRECT BOX

The dADB is a two-channel active direct box for connecting instrument, line, or speaker signals to balanced inputs.

The high-impedance 1/4" inputs are buffered and converted by extremely low-noise electronics to deliver isolated, low-impedance outputs. Thru jacks allow the input signal to be sent to an amplifier on stage as well as the XLR output . With an extremely flat, wide frequency response, the dADB is acoustically transparent, even at high input levels.

Both channels feature phase reversal, ground lifts to help reduce hum, low-pass Bessel filters to eliminate high-frequency interference, and up to 40 dB of attenuation.

The active circuitry can operate on phantom power or for over 100 hours on a new 9-volt battery. Active DIs are often a great match for sources like guitars and basses with passive pickups, or acoustic guitars with piezo pickups and no preamp.

The dADB provides a high-fidelity connection to a mixer, PA system, or audio interface, and offers two independent channels with versatile features in a stage-proof steel enclosure.

Features:

• 2 Independent Channels
• 1/4" TRS Inputs and Thru Connections
• Balanced XLR Outputs
• Switchable Attenuation (20 dB, 40 dB) per Channel
• Switchable Phase Invert, Ground Lift, and Low-Pass Filter per Channel
• Powered by 9-Volt Battery (100+ Hours) or Phantom Power
• Rugged Steel Case

Specifications:

Active

Inputs: 2x 1/4" TRS

Outputs:

• 2x XLR
• 2x 1/4" TRS Thru

Input Impedance: 470 kΩ

Output Impedance: <600Ω

Maximum Input Level: +4 dBu above Attenuation Setting

Maximum Output Level:

• +6 dBu (Battery)
• +14 dBu (Phantom)

Controls:

• Attenuator (0 dB, -20 dB, -40 dB)
• Phase Invert
• Filter
• Ground Lift (All per Channel)

Filter: Low-Pass Bessel Filters

Frequency Response: 10 Hz - 100 kHz +/- 0.5 dB @ 0 dBu

Dynamic Range: >100 dB (Typical)

Total Harmonic Distortion: <.05% (Typical)

Channel Separation: >80 dB (Typical)

Power Requirements:

• 9V, 7.5 mA (Battery, Alkaline Recommended)
• 18V - 48V DC, 6.4 mA (Phantom, per Channel)
• Battery Life: 100+ Hours

Dimensions (HxWxD): 2″ x 5″ x 5.75″ 5.1
cm x 12.7 cm x 14.6 cm

Weight: 2.7 lbs / 1.22 kg