The DBX db12 Active Direct Box is the unsung hero of any musician's setup, delivering high-performance audio fidelity wrapped in an industrial-strength enclosure. This compact powerhouse is designed to seamlessly integrate into any rig, providing clean, interference-free signals that ensure your sound stands out. Equipped with custom dbx mu-metal-shielded audio transformers, the db12 boasts low-noise circuitry and high-quality Neutrik connectors, making it a reliable choice for both studio and live environments.

The db12's versatility is unmatched, thanks to its three-way pad switch that adapts to instrument, line, and speaker-level signals. A must-have for audio purists, the box offers a polarity invert switch to adjust phase relationships and a ground lift switch to eliminate any pesky hums or buzzes. Its solid footprint keeps it firmly in place on stage, while the uniquely contoured underside allows for secure stacking of multiple units, conserving valuable stage and studio space.

With phantom power operation ranging from 20V to 48V, and a green LED indicator to boot, the db12 is as functional as it is robust. Whether you're a touring musician or a studio engineer, the DBX db12 is your go-to solution for pristine audio performance.

Key Features:

• Custom dbx mu-metal-shielded audio transformers
• Low-noise active circuitry
• High-quality Neutrik XLR connectors
• Three-way 0, 20, 40dB pad switch
• Polarity invert and ground lift switches
• Phantom powered with LED indicator
• Durable stackable chassis with rubber foot
• Hi-Z 1/4" input and parallel 1/4" thru jack
• Transformer isolated balanced XLR Lo-Z output

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