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DualXDirect

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.

  • 2 Independent Channels
  • 1/4" TRS / XLR Combo Inputs
  • 1/4" Thru Connectors
  • Balanced XLR Outputs
  • Switchable 30dB Attenuation and Ground Lift per Channel

Description

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 PassiveActive
Inputs2x 1/4" TRS / XLR Combo Jacks
Outputs2x XLR2x 1/4" TRS Thru
Input Impedance470 kΩ
Output Impedance<600Ω
Maximum Input Level+4 dBu above Attenuation Setting
Maximum Output Level+6 dBu (Battery)+14 dBu (Phantom)
ControlsAttenuator (0 dB, -30 dB)Ground Lift (All per Chanel)
Frequency Response10 Hz - 100 kHz, +/- 0.5 dB @ 0 dBu
Dynamic Range>100 dB (Typical)
Total Harmonic Distortion<.05% (Typical)
Channel Separation>80 dB (Typical)
Power Requirements9V, 7.5 mA (Battery, Alkaline Recommended)18V - 48V, 6.5 mA (Phantom, per Channel)
Battery Life100+ Hours
Dimensions (HWD)1.85" x 4.6" x 3.9"4.7 cm x 11.7 cm x 9.9 cm
Weight0.84 lbs / 380 g

Specifications subject to change without notice