DBX DB12 Active Direct Box

The DBX DB12 Active Direct Box is a high performance, active direct box housed in an industrial strength enclosure, and includes custom dbx mu-metal-shielded audio transformers, high-quality Neutrik connectors, and low-noise circuitry.The box includes a pad switch to accommodate instrument, line and even speaker level signals. A polarity invert switch can alter the phase relationship between the direct and mic'd sound, while a ground lift switch helps tame any ground hum or buzz.

While providing a clean signal free from interference, the solid, stable footprint of the enclosure prevents the box from being dragged around the stage, and the unique contoured underside allows secure stacking of multiple units.

Utilizing custom dbx mu-metal-shielded audio transformers, high-quality Neutrik connectors, and low-noise circuitry preserves the sonic integrity and true characteristics of the signal source. Both boxes include a pad switch that accomodates instrument, line and even speaker level signals. Take even more control of your sound by utilizing the polarity invert switch to set the phase relationship between the direct and mic'd sound.

Product Specification:

Input: 1 instrument/line/speaker level

Input Connectors: 1/4" jack

Input Type: Unbalanced, RF filtered

Insert Impedance: 150k Ohm typical

Max Input: +20dBu (0dB pad); +40dBu (20dB pad); +60dBu (40dB pad)

Output: (Thru) 1 parallel from input jack, 1/4" Unbalanced, RF filtered

Output Connectors: XLR male balanced

Output Impedance: 150k Ohm typical

Max Output: 0dBu

Transformer: Custom dbx mu-metal-shielded

Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz, +/-2.5dB

Noise: <-105dB unweighted, 22kHz BW

THD: <0.01%, 20Hz to 20kHz BW; <0.005%, 1kHz

Dimensions: 5.82" L X 5.44" W X 2.20" H (148 x 138 x 56mm)

Unit Weight: 1.4 lbs / 0.65 kg