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DBX DJDI 2-Channel Passive Direct Box

SKU: DBXDJDIMFR: DBXDJDI

DBX DJDI: Low Noise direct box ensures pristine audio.
Passive DI box: Converts unbalanced to balanced signal.
Dual-channel direct box: Versatile for stereo sources.
XLR & 1/4" connectivity: Seamless audio integration.
Rugged build: Ensures lasting reliability for studio use.

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Whirlwind ISOPOD2HW Personal Stereo Direct Box

SKU: WWISOPOD2HWMFR: ISOPOD2HW

Pro Stereo DI Box: Pristine sound, low noise.
TRS Input to Dual XLR Output: Balanced conversion.
Ground Lift Switch: Eliminates hum and buzz easily.
Stereo/Mono Switch: Versatile signal routing options.
Passive Circuitry: Ensures high signal integrity.

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Whirlwind podDI Singe Output Direct Box

SKU: WWPODDIMFR: PODDI

podDI: Pristine audio, 20Hz-20kHz frequency response.
XLR direct box: Balanced output for low noise signal.
Passive DI box: Ensures durable, reliable performance.
Stereo direct box: Dual RCA & 1/8" TRS connectivity.
Hum eliminator: Ground lift switch reduces unwanted noise.

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Heritage Audio HABPNL 500 Series Single Blank Rack Panel

SKU: HABPNLMFR: HABPNL

Durable metal panel for 500 Series racks.
RAF-Blue-Grey finish complements studio gear.
Provides a clean, professional studio look.
1.5 x 5.31" dimensions fit standard racks.
Protects open slots in your 500 Series rack.

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Mackie MDB-1P Passive Direct Box

SKU: MAMDB1PMFR: MDB-1P

Mackie MDB-1P: Ensures optimal sound quality.
Low noise, passive DI box for pristine audio.
Wide 20Hz-20kHz frequency response for clarity.
Durable steel chassis ensures lasting reliability.
Balanced XLR output for superior connectivity.

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Samson Retrack Reamplification Direct Box

SKU: SARETRACKMFR: SARETRACK

Achieve superior sound quality with low noise.
Passive DI box ensures impedance matching.
Durable design for reliable studio & stage use.
XLR & 1/4" connectivity for versatile setup.
Eliminate hum with ground lift direct box feature.

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Universal Audio 710 Twin-Finity - Microphone/Line Preamplifier

SKU: UA710TFDMFR: 710TF

Blend tube & solid-state preamp tones easily.
Achieve pristine sound with low noise circuitry.
Extensive 70dB gain range for versatile use.
Sculpt sound with precision EQ filter options.
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Pro Co Sound CB1 Standard Passive Direct Box with Ground Lift Switch

SKU: PRCB1MFR: CB1

Pro Co CB1: Ensures superior sound quality.
Low noise direct box: Preserves signal integrity.
Versatile DI box: Adapts to various instruments.
Durable build: Ensures lasting performance.
XLR connectivity: Offers balanced output option.

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On-Stage DB500 Passive Direct Box

SKU: OSTDB500MFR: DB500

Passive direct box ensures pristine sound quality.
Low noise direct box for clear audio signals.
Versatile DI box converts unbalanced to balanced.
Durable build quality for reliable, long-term use.
Easy to use direct box with ground lift switch.

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SE Electronics DM2 Dynamite Ultra-High Active Inline Microphone Preamplifier

SKU: SEDM2MICPREMFR: DM2-MIC-PRE-U

Ultra-High Gain: 15/30 dB for optimal mic preamp.
Low Noise: Crystal-clear audio, 1 microV at 15 dB gain.
Wide Frequency Range: 10 Hz - 120 kHz mic preamplifier.
XLR Connectivity: Seamless integration with audio gear.
Durable Build: Robust design for studio and stage.

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BSS AR-133 Active DI Box

SKU: BSSAR133MFR: AR-133

Active DI box ensures optimal sound quality.
Wide gain range accommodates various instruments.
Low noise design delivers pristine audio clarity.
Robust DI box built for lasting durability.
Impedance matching for balanced signal transfer.

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Behringer Ultra-DI DI20 Active 2-Channel DI-Box/Splitter, w/25' XLR Mic Cable

SKU: BEDI20KMFR: 000-17600-00010 K

Active DI box ensures pristine audio quality.
Achieve versatile input flexibility for studio needs.
Dual-channel design provides expansive connectivity.
Ground lift eliminates unwanted hum and noise.
Robust direct box construction guarantees durability.

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What Are Channel Strips and Preamps Used For?

Audio channel strips and preamps are both important components in sound engineering. They prepare an audio signal from a source, like an instrument or a microphone, for recording or live broadcasting.

Channel Strips

Channel strips are arranged in either a vertical or horizontal format with the audio signal flowing from one end to the other. The signal passes from a source input like an XLR jack through a series of controls including, gain, equalizer, high pass filters, effects knobs, pan knobs, mute controls, and a fader knob before culminating in an output port.

By adjusting each of these knobs and controls, you can fine-tune the signal as it passes through the channel strip to achieve your preferred sound.

Preamps

A preamp is a component that takes a line-level sound signal and boosts it. Once you boost it, you can send the signal on for more processing in the channel strip or directly transmit it to an amplifier.

Audio channel strips traditionally include a preamp component, but preamps and channel strips aren’t the same thing.

Number of Channels

Channel mixers come in a few different sizes depending on how many separate signals you need to work with. Mono or single channel strips can only accept one signal, so they’re commonly used for a microphone or single instrument input.

If you want to adjust multiple input signals, you can either use several single channel strips installed in a rack, or select an audio channel strip containing multiple channel inputs. The more channels you have, the more individual signals you can adjust and control.

Quality is Crucial for Channel Strips and Preamps

Whether you do most of your audio engineering digitally or you prefer to work analog, it’s important to choose the highest quality components possible. By selecting professional-grade gear from brands like Behringer, Whirlwind, and Millennia, you can avoid interference, hums, and signal loss in your next piece of audio.

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