Description
The DUALXDirect provides two independent high quality active interfaces that let you connect instrument, line, or speaker level signals to a mixer or other balanced inputs. Each of the high impedance 1/4″ and XLR inputs (provided via “combo” jacks) are buffered and converted by very low noise active electronics into an isolated, balanced, low impedance signal output. The DUALXDirect has an extremely flat and wide frequency response and can handle high signal levels. This gives the DUALXDirect a very clean and neutral sound with a wide variety of signal sources and over long signal runs in high noise environments. The input ATTENUATOR switches allow for a wide range of signal levels and the input THRU jacks allow for tapping off of your signal chain. The GROUND LIFT switches let you totally separate the input and output signal grounds, when appropriate, to isolate two systems, thereby reducing hum and ground-loop noise. The DUALXDirect”s active circuitry is powered by phantom voltage from the OUTPUT connections or by an internal 9V battery, when external power is not available. When powered by a battery, it draws less than 7.5 mA which should provide more than 100 hours of operation with a new battery (alkaline recommended). If phantom power is available, then the DUALXDirect will automatically draw its power from the external source. The POWER ON/OFF switch lights more dimly when the unit is running off of the battery, lights more brightly when it is running off of phantom power, and is off when the unit is inactive. The compact black-anodized all aluminum case and it’s active design allow the DUALXDirect to provide years of trouble free service in Live Sound, Permanent/Fixed Install, D.J., and virtually any PA application. It’s full feature set, rugged construction, and high-end specifications make the DUALXDirect the obvious choice.
From the manufacturer
Overview
The DUALXDirect provides two independent high quality active interfaces that let you connect instrument, line, or speaker level signals to a mixer or other balanced inputs. Each of the high impedance 1/4″ and XLR inputs (provided via “combo” jacks) are buffered and converted by very low noise active electronics into an isolated, balanced, low impedance signal output. The DUALXDirect has an extremely flat and wide frequency response and can handle high signal levels. This gives the DUALXDirect a very clean and neutral sound with a wide variety of signal sources and over long signal runs in high noise environments.
The input ATTENUATOR switches allow for a wide range of signal levels and the input THRU jacks allow for tapping off of your signal chain. The GROUND LIFT switches let you totally separate the input and output signal grounds, when appropriate, to isolate two systems, thereby reducing hum and ground-loop noise.
The DUALXDirect”s active circuitry is powered by phantom voltage from the OUTPUT connections or by an internal 9V battery, when external power is not available. When powered by a battery, it draws less than 7.5 mA which should provide more than 100 hours of operation with a new battery (alkaline recommended). If phantom power is available, then the DUALXDirect will automatically draw its power from the external source. The POWER ON/OFF switch lights more dimly when the unit is running off of the battery, lights more brightly when it is running off of phantom power, and is off when the unit is inactive.
The compact black-anodized all aluminum case and it’s active design allow the DUALXDirect to provide years of trouble-free service in Live Sound, Permanent/Fixed Install, D.J., and virtually any PA application. It’s full feature set, rugged construction, and high-end specifications make the DUALXDirect the obvious choice.
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ART is a company comprised of musicians, engineers and recording enthusiasts. Since its inception in 1984, we have been striving to redefine the performance versus cost barrier with a series of innovative new audio products designed with the needs of the musician in mind.
With a full line of vacuum tube preamplifiers and compressors that deliver unmatched warmth, tone and character; innovative Graphic Equalizers that actually show you exactly where feedback may occur, and a full complement of cool little useful tools designed for stage and studio, ART offers affordable audio solutions that deliver unmatched quality, tone, versatility and reliability.
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Guitar Johnny –
Did exactly what I needed it to.I had a guitar looper pedal with a loop that I want to run through a PA channel. I run it through this device first and it works. It sounds great. It pulls phantom power from our digital snake so I don’t even need a battery. One of the simplest solutions to an audio issue that I have dealt with in a long time.
G Smith –
Versatile ProductI needed an active DI box for my home rehearsal equipment. This product works perfectly. I use one channel for my iPhone, so I can hear the music I want to learn/play to. I use the other channel for my keyboard. Works great. And since 3 of my xlr inputs have phantom power, I use two of them with his DI box. No need for a battery! Great product. Sound is crystal clear! The 30dB pads work well, too.
Jvr –
Very goodVery good product
Genyes –
Battery poweredBattery powered
Bjorgen T. Eatinger –
AwfulThis is by far, the very worst DI I have ever had the unfortunate experience of using. Needed to use it when a DJ came on stage with a controller with RCA outputs. It has something very wrong at the input stage from the DJ, as it degraded over time, as if some capacitors were being charged up slowly and causing the interface to degrade. Absolutely ruined the DJs sound and the show, right in front of 4,000 people. Highly not recommended when you need a stable box with decent sound.
W. Myers –
Just what I neededWorks well. Active power via included 9v or phantom. Combi inputs, 1/4″ thru channels, and balanced XLR out. Just what I needed to run a very mobile iPad / BiasFX setup for guitar in small venues / practice. Self monitor from the through channels. Easy peezy.
Amazon Customer –
Goodworks very well
David & JudyPaul –
These are great direct boxesThese are great direct boxes. I’ve had a single version for many years. Needed a stereo version and got this one. Very quite and lean sounding direct box. Well built and runs great off of the phantom power from the mixer.
jordan Kelly –
Easy to use, does what it is supposed to do.The battery holder thumbscrew is a little stiff – use a screwdriver.The battery goes in best if you put it in the holder terminals first.Phantom power works as advertised. Even if you turn it off, it stays on if phantom power is being supplied, so turn down the XLR input to your sound board before unplugging or plugging an input.
M Deco –
Excellent productDoes what it is expected to do and does it well.