ART Dual XDirect, 2 Channel Active Direct Box

ART Dual XDirect 2 Channel Active Direct Box

The DualXDirect is a 2-channel active direct box for connecting unbalanced instrument, line, or speaker signals to balanced inputs.

Each input signal is sent to a transformer isolated XLR output and a parallel Thru jack so it can simultaneously be connected to an amplifier on stage. Unique among ART DI boxes, XDirect models feature both 1/4" TRS and XLR inputs for expanded connectivity.

Front panel switches engage 30 dB of attenuation to accommodate high level signals, and a ground lift to reduce hum.

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.

Simple and durable, the DualXDirect is a compact DI in a rugged aluminum enclosure with two independent channels and a streamlined feature set.

Features

• 2 Independent Channels
• 1/4" TRS / XLR Combo Inputs
• 1/4" Thru Connectors
• Balanced XLR Outputs
• Switchable 30dB Attenuation and Ground Lift per Channel
• Powered by 9-Volt Battery (100+ Hours) or Phantom Power

Specifications

• Active or Passive Active
• Inputs 2x 1/4" TRS / XLR Combo Jacks
• 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, -30 dB)
• Ground Lift (All per Chanel)
• 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, 6.5 mA (Phantom, per Channel)
• Battery Life 100+ Hours
• Dimensions (HWD) 1.85" x 4.6" x 3.9"
• 4.7 cm x 11.7 cm x 9.9 cm
• Weight 0.84 lbs / 380 g

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