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Art Pro Audio PDB4 4-Channel Passive Direct Box

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Key Features

  • Achieve pristine sound quality with this 4-channel direct box for balanced audio.
  • Enjoy versatile impedance options for optimal signal matching with your pro audio gear.
  • The PDB4's low noise ensures clean recordings, free from unwanted interference.
  • Built tough, this direct box offers exceptional build quality for stage and studio.
  • Switchable attenuation (0dB, -20dB, -40dB) provides a wide gain range for any source.
  • Easily convert unbalanced to balanced signals with this hum-eliminating direct box.
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Art Pro Audio PDB4 Specifications

  • Frequency Response

    10 Hz - 50 kHz +/- 0.5dB @ +4dBu

  • Connections

    Input: 1/4-inch TS unbalanced
    Output: XLR male balanced

  • Impedance

    Input: 50k Ohm
    Output: 600 Ohm

  • Ground Lift

    Switchable

  • Input Attenuation

    Switchable (0dB, -20dB, -40dB)

  • Chassis Type

    All steel black finish

  • Power Requirements

    None Totally Passive

  • Dimensions

    1.75 x 19 x 6" (44.5 x 483 x 152mm)

  • Weight

    6.5 lbs (2.95kg)

  • UPC Code

    840402019756

About Art Pro Audio PDB4

Because professional audio quality is paramount in both studio recordings and live performances, the PDB4 4-Channel Passive Direct Box stands out as an essential tool for audio engineers and musicians alike. This durable and high-quality unit is designed to seamlessly convert unbalanced signals into clean, balanced outputs, ensuring that your audio is transmitted with the utmost clarity and fidelity.

The PDB4 boasts four fully transformer isolated direct boxes housed within a robust 1U 19-inch rack mount chassis, making it a reliable and space-saving addition to any professional audio setup. Each of the four channels operates independently with dedicated inputs and outputs, enhancing channel separation and minimizing interference for pristine sound quality.

Equipped with a hi-z to lo-z transformer and a hum eliminator on each channel, the PDB4 effectively reduces noise and eliminates system ground loops, a common issue that can compromise audio integrity. This feature is particularly beneficial for recording studios and live sound applications where maintaining a clean signal path is critical.

The versatility of the PDB4 is further demonstrated by its ability to connect multiple instruments or microphones simultaneously. Whether you're recording a multi-instrumental session or managing a complex live sound mix, this direct box provides the flexibility needed to handle various audio sources with ease.

Furthermore, the PDB4 facilitates the simultaneous connection of a music source to both an instrument amplifier and a mixer. This dual functionality is ideal for musicians who need to monitor their sound on stage while also sending a balanced signal to the main audio system.

In summary, the PDB4 4-Channel Passive Direct Box is a professional, reliable, and versatile solution for anyone looking to enhance their audio signal quality. Its robust construction and advanced features make it a superior choice for transforming unbalanced audio into pristine balanced signals in any professional audio environment.

Art Pro Audio PDB4 Features

  • Four Fully Isolated Channels
  • 50k ohm Instrument/Line Input
  • 600 ohm XLR Output Jack
  • 1U 19-inch Chassis
  • Switchable Input Attenuation (0dB, -20dB , -40dB)
  • 50k ohm Parallel Link Jack
  • Switchable Ground Lift

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 36 months.

Key Features

  • Achieve pristine sound quality with this 4-channel direct box for balanced audio.
  • Enjoy versatile impedance options for optimal signal matching with your pro audio gear.
  • The PDB4's low noise ensures clean recordings, free from unwanted interference.
  • Built tough, this direct box offers exceptional build quality for stage and studio.
  • Switchable attenuation (0dB, -20dB, -40dB) provides a wide gain range for any source.
  • Easily convert unbalanced to balanced signals with this hum-eliminating direct box.

What's in the box:

  • PDB4 4-Channel Passive Direct Box
  • Art Pro Audio 3 Year Limited Warranty