Mackie MDB-1A Active Direct Box

The Mackie MDB-1A Active Direct Box links unbalanced audio sources, such as guitars, basses, and keyboards, to balanced audio inputs on mixers, amplifiers, and other audio devices.  And  to balanced audio inputs on mixers, amplifiers, and other audio devices. The MDB-1A has an active circuit that offers superior signal conversion and amplification, assuring top audio quality and minimal noise. It also has an XLR output, a 1/4″ input, a parallel output, and other connecting possibilities.

Great for active instruments like guitars and basses with active pickups and preamps, the MDB-1A Active DI features increased headroom and distortion-free operation. Featuring a 1/4″ high-impedance input and thru with -20db pad plus a Merge switch that turns the Thru jack into a second input, perfect for summing a stereo source to a mono output. The balanced XLR output features switches for Polarity, Low Cut, and Ground Lift. For maximum convenience, the MDB-1A is powered by 48v phantom power.