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Best Recording Signal Direct Boxes - Buying Guide

Last Updated: 05/26/2024

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  #1

Donner Special- Professional High-Performance Passive DI-Box Unit Hum Eliminator 1/4" instrument Direct Box to balanced & unbalanced XLR

Asin: B0836KJZ62   |   Model: EC1281   |   PartNumber: EC1281   |   Ean: 4262415440536

Features

  • Heavy-duty Professional and multi-purpose direct injection box for stage and studio applications
  • High sound quality Provides impedance and signal matching for the direct connection of instruments to mixers and amplifiers
  • Clean and pure Ultra-flat frequency response due to renowned Donner LAB-S1 transformer .The transformer also helps eliminate hum and buzz caused by ground loops by isolating the input from the output.
  • Robust circuit design Converts a line or instrument level unbalanced signal to a low impedance mic level balanced signal
  • Low noise Ground Lift switch eliminates typical ground loop problems .Send the thru signal to your amp and the output to the PA system. Transformer isolation eliminates nasty hum and buzz caused by ground loops.
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【Clean And Pure 】Ultra-Flat Frequency Response Due To Renowned Donner Lab-S1 Transformer .The Transformer Also Helps Eliminate Hum And Buzz Caused By Ground Loops By Isolating The Input From The Output..
【Low Noise】Ground Lift Switch Eliminates Typical Ground Loop Problems .Send The Thru Signal To Your Amp And The Output To The Pa System. Transformer Isolation Eliminates Nasty Hum And Buzz Caused By Ground Loops..
【Robust Circuit Design】Converts A Line Or Instrument Level Unbalanced Signal To A Low Impedance Mic Level Balanced Signal.
【High Sound Quality】Provides Impedance And Signal Matching For The Direct Connection Of Instruments To Mixers And Amplifiers.

Brand: Donner   |   Manufacturer: Donner

Dimensions: 2.76 x 7.87 x 2.76 inches

Amazon Price: $39.99 | as of 05/26/2024 (3:06pm pst) *DETAILS
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  #2

Behringer Ultra-DI DI400P High-Performance Passive DI-Box

Asin: B000KUA8G6   |   Model: DI400P   |   PartNumber: DI400P
Ean: 5055410086309, 4033653011075, 8001691687060, 5053959262239, 0723856368529, 0715933053398, 5054814476501, 0689076808385, 5053606091359
UPC: 715933053398, 723856368529, 689076808385

Features

  • Behringer Ultra-DI DI400P High-Performance Passive DI-Box - Adorama 1 Year Limited Warranty
  • Frequency Response: 40Hz (-3dB) to 20kHz
  • THD+N (distortion): 0.007% at 1kHz, input level +4dBu
  • Input: 1/4 TS (unbalanced)
  • Level Change (Input Output): -20dB
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Thd+N (Distortion): 0.007% At 1Khz, Input Level +4Dbu.
Level Change (Input→Output): -20Db.
Input: 1/4" Ts (Unbalanced).
Frequency Response: 40Hz (-3Db) To 20Khz.

First Available: 03/01/2008

Brand: Behringer   |   Manufacturer: Behringer

Dimensions: 2.60 x 1.38 x 4.72 Inches   |   Weight: 0.44 Pounds

Warranty: Please refer to http://www. Music-group. Com/warranty. Aspx.

Amazon Price: $29.00 | as of 05/26/2024 (3:06pm pst) *DETAILS
Availability: In Stock
Used Price: $27.26

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  #3

Mackie MDB-2P Stereo Passive Direct Box

Asin: B079C8YN82   |   Model: MDB-2P   |   PartNumber: MDB-2P   |   Ean: 0663961053999   |   UPC: 663961053999

Features

  • 2-channel Passive Direct Box with -15dB Pads
  • Independent XLR and 1/4 Thru Outputs
  • Ground Lift
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Ground Lift.
Independent Xlr And 1/4" Thru Outputs.

Brand: Mackie   |   Manufacturer: Loud Technologies, Inc.

Dimensions: 1.50 x 3.40 x 5.80 Inches   |   Weight: 0.90 pounds

Warranty: 1-year all inclusive, nontransferable.

Amazon Price: $76.00 | as of 05/26/2024 (3:06pm pst) *DETAILS
Availability: In Stock
Used Price: $74.94

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  #4

ART PDB Passive Direct Box

Asin: B0002E56AS   |   Model: PDB   |   PartNumber: PDB   |   Ean: 1374118769142, 0653078137781, 0840402011392   |   UPC: 840402011392, 653078137781

Features

  • Connects electric instruments and other audio outputs to the balanced inputs of mixers
  • Allows connection to an instrument amp while simultaneously patching it to a mixer
  • Translates high-impedance signals from instruments into low-impedance balanced signals
  • Automatically balances and matches line level outputs of keyboards
  • Use for multiple keyboard setups--the PDB replaces individual direct boxes
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Translates High-Impedance Signals From Instruments Into Low-Impedance Balanced Signals.
Use For Multiple Keyboard Setups--The Pdb Replaces Individual Direct Boxes.
Automatically Balances And Matches Line Level Outputs Of Keyboards.
Allows Connection To An Instrument Amp While Simultaneously Patching It To A Mixer.

Brand: ART   |   Manufacturer: ART

Dimensions: 5.00 x 2.01 x 2.99 inches   |   Weight: 1.15 Pounds

Amazon Price: $44.99 | as of 05/26/2024 (3:06pm pst) *DETAILS
Availability: In Stock
List Price: $55.99 | Used Price: $41.39

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  #5

ART ZDirect Professional Passive Direct Box

Asin: B0009GYIL2   |   Model: ZDIRECT   |   PartNumber: ZDIRECT   |   Ean: 0840402015680, 5055410086378, 0738878219599, 0013039226723   |   UPC: 013039226723, 738878219599, 840402015680

Features

  • High quality
  • Passive interface
  • Flat and wide frequency response
  • Handles high signal levels
  • Clean and neutral sound
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Flat And Wide Frequency Response.
Clean And Neutral Sound.
Handles High Signal Levels.
Passive Interface.

Brand: ART   |   Manufacturer: Tascam

Dimensions: 7.00 x 14.00 x 3.00 Inches   |   Weight: 0.75 pounds

Warranty: 1 year.

Amazon Price: $35.99 | as of 05/26/2024 (3:06pm pst) *DETAILS
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  #6

Seismic Audio Speakers Passive Direct Box with Ground Left and Attenuator Switch DI Box, Pair of Passive Direct Boxes

Asin: B0045F6AU0   |   Model: SA-DI1Pair   |   PartNumber: SA-DI1Pair   |   Ean: 0812451016185   |   UPC: 812451016185

Features

  • Passive Direct Box: This pair of DI boxes enables the connection of any unbalanced audio signal, for example an electric instrument or keyboard. It also works from an amp speaker output to any unbalanced input such as a mixer.
  • Attenuator Switch Box: The parallel output allows simultaneous connection to two separate inputs, like an amplifier and mixer. The attenuator switches from 0db, -20db and -40 db.
  • Direct Box: This direct box will translate high impedance instrument outputs into low impedance balanced signals. or balanced low impedance signals into unbalanced outputs.
  • Sound Attenuators: The attenuator switch makes correct output signal levels for optimum level matching to connected equipment possible. The switchable ground lift eliminates ground loop hum problems.
  • DI Box Uses: This DI Box will convert unbalanced +10db DJ mixer signals to a balanced line level signal, enabling interfacing with consoles more easily & longer cable runs. Great for clubs, churches, PA systems, monitor systems, karaoke or DJ systems.
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Direct Box: This Direct Box Will Translate High Impedance Instrument Outputs Into Low Impedance Balanced Signals. Or Balanced Low Impedance Signals Into Unbalanced Outputs..
Di Box Uses: This Di Box Will Convert Unbalanced +10Db Dj Mixer Signals To A Balanced Line Level Signal, Enabling Interfacing With Consoles More Easily & Longer Cable Runs. Great For Clubs, Churches, Pa Systems, Monitor Systems, Karaoke Or Dj Systems..
Sound Attenuators: The Attenuator Switch Makes Correct Output Signal Levels For Optimum Level Matching To Connected Equipment Possible. The Switchable Ground Lift Eliminates Ground Loop Hum Problems..
Attenuator Switch Box: The Parallel Output Allows Simultaneous Connection To Two Separate Inputs, Like An Amplifier And Mixer. The Attenuator Switches From 0Db, -20Db And -40 Db..

Brand: Seismic Audio   |   Manufacturer: Seismic Audio

Dimensions: 3.00 x 6.00 x 6.00 Inches   |   Weight: 2.00 pounds

Amazon Price: $72.99 | as of 05/26/2024 (3:06pm pst) *DETAILS
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  #7

ART DualZDirect Dual Professional Passive Direct Box

Asin: B004EJF3PU   |   Model: DUALZDIRECT   |   PartNumber: DUALZDIRECT   |   Ean: 0840402019138   |   UPC: 840402019138

Features

  • Fully passive, high performance transformer design. No battery required.
  • Converts 50k ohm inputs into 600 ohm balanced outputs
  • Switchable input attenuation (0, -20, -40 dB) Switchable low pass filter
  • Switchable phase invert
  • Switchable ground lift (fully isolates inputs from chassis and outputs)
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Switchable Input Attenuation (0, -20, -40 Db) Switchable Low Pass Filter.
Switchable Ground Lift (Fully Isolates Inputs From Chassis And Outputs).
Switchable Phase Invert.
Converts 50K Ohm Inputs Into 600 Ohm Balanced Outputs.

Brand: ART   |   Manufacturer: ART

Dimensions: 1.85 x 3.90 x 4.61 Inches   |   Weight: 0.97 pounds

Warranty: 3 year manufacturer’s defect warranty.

Amazon Price: $50.99 | as of 05/26/2024 (3:06pm pst) *DETAILS
Availability: In Stock
List Price: $55.01

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  #8

Walrus Audio Canvas Stereo Direct Box and Line Isolator, Multi (900-1065)

Asin: B09T77H9D3   |   Model: WAL-CANV/S   |   PartNumber: WAL-CANV/S   |   Ean: 0810424034228   |   UPC: 810424034228

Features

  • Flat frequency response from 20Hz-20kHz
  • Converts unbalanced input to XLR balanced output
  • Transformer isolated output
  • When disengaged (out), the left input connects to the left thru. The right input connects to the right thru allowing the use of stereo amplifiers
  • When engaged (in), Sum connects the left and right thru jacks together to combine the signals for running into a single amplifier (use either thru jack)
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Transformer Isolated Output.
When Engaged (In), Sum Connects The Left And Right Thru Jacks Together To Combine The Signals For Running Into A Single Amplifier (Use Either Thru Jack).
When Disengaged (Out), The Left Input Connects To The Left Thru. The Right Input Connects To The Right Thru Allowing The Use Of Stereo Amplifiers.
Converts ¼” Unbalanced Input To Xlr Balanced Output.

Brand: Walrus Audio   |   Manufacturer: Walrus Audio

Dimensions: 2.50 x 5.75 x 4.22 inches   |   Weight: 0.00 pounds

Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty for workmanship and components.

Amazon Price: $212.49 | as of 05/26/2024 (3:06pm pst) *DETAILS
Availability: In Stock
List Price: $249.99

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  #9

Livewire SPDI Passive Direct Box with Attenuation Pad

Asin: B073ZHH5ZW   |   Ean: 8809093385979

Features

  • Livewire SPDI Passive Direct Box with Attenuation Pad
  • The SPDI passive direct box from Live Wire Solutions features a 1/4 high impedance instrument input and output plus balanced and floating low-impedance XLR output that ignores +48V phantom power.
  • Variable attenuation provides maximum input flexibility, while Lift mode severs ground connection between the input and the XLR output.
  • GND mode leaves ground connection intact between input and XLR output.
  • 1/4 high impedance input and throughput Balanced XLR output
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Variable Attenuation Provides Maximum Input Flexibility, While Lift Mode Severs Ground Connection Between The Input And The Xlr Output..
1/4" High Impedance Input And Throughput Balanced Xlr Output.
Gnd Mode Leaves Ground Connection Intact Between Input And Xlr Output..
The Spdi Passive Direct Box From Live Wire Solutions Features A 1/4" High Impedance Instrument Input And Output Plus Balanced And Floating Low-Impedance Xlr Output That Ignores +48V Phantom Power..

Brand: Hot world   |   Manufacturer: imported

Amazon Price: $46.00 | as of 05/26/2024 (3:06pm pst) *DETAILS
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List Price: $49.98

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  #10

Behringer Ultra-DI DI20 Professional Active 2-Channel DI-Box/Splitter

Asin: B000CCSWQA   |   Model: DI20   |   PartNumber: DI20
Ean: 5053959264127, 0782941813269, 7108504444092, 0689076113915, 7427150384331, 5052441504482, 0723856160376, 5054814475047, 5055410086286, 0616268570928, 4033653100571
UPC: 689076113915, 723856160376, 782941813269, 616268570928

Features

  • Behringer Ultra-DI DI20 Professional Active 2-Channel DI-Box/Splitter - Adorama 1 Year Limited Warranty
  • Frequency Response: 10Hz to 70kHz (-3dB)
  • Noise: 100dBu
  • Distortion: Less Than 0.014% (1kHz, 0dBu in)
  • Input Resistance: Greater Than 250 kOhms
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Noise: 100Dbu.
Input Resistance: Greater Than 250 Kohms.
Distortion: Less Than 0.014% (1Khz, 0Dbu In).
Frequency Response: 10Hz To 70Khz (-3Db).

First Available: 03/01/2008

Brand: Behringer   |   Manufacturer: Behringer USA

Dimensions: 2.36 x 5.91 x 5.12 inches   |   Weight: 0.53 Pounds

Warranty: Please refer to http://www. Music-group. Com/warranty. Aspx.

Amazon Price: $29.00 | as of 05/26/2024 (3:06pm pst) *DETAILS
Availability: In Stock
Used Price: $25.90

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