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Whirlwind IMP 2 Passive Single Channel Direct Box for PA/Studio W/20' Mic Cable

SKU: WWIM2AMFR: IM2 A

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IMP 2: Studio-grade direct box ensures low noise.
Passive DI box: Pristine sound quality, wide 20Hz-20kHz.
Matches impedance: Optimal signal from instrument to mixer.
Durable DI box: Built for stage, studio, and touring use.
Connects unbalanced to balanced: XLR & 1/4" connectivity.

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Whirlwind DIRECT2-JT Two Channel Passive Direct Box with Jensen Transformers

SKU: WWDIRECT2JTMFR: DIRECT2-JT

Jensen Transformers ensure pristine sound quality.
Dual channel direct box for stereo instrument input.
Passive design eliminates need for external power.
Low noise performance ideal for studio recording.
Durable build ensures lasting value and reliability.

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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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Whirlwind pcDI Stereo Direct Box with RCA and 1/8" Mini Inputs With Cables

SKU: WWPCDIAMFR: PCDI A

pcDI Direct Box: Low noise, high quality audio.
Stereo DI Box: Converts unbalanced to balanced.
Whirlwind DI: Optimal impedance options provided.
Passive DI: Eliminates hum for clear sound.
Direct Box: Broad 20Hz-20kHz frequency response.

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Switchcraft Custom Transformer Instrument Direct Box

SKU: SWSC800CTMFR: SC800CT

Premium direct box: Pristine sound, low noise.
Custom transformer DI: Wide 20Hz-20kHz frequency response.
Versatile DI box: Balanced XLR output, 1/4" thruputs.
Durable direct box: Built with anodized aluminum.
Instrument DI: High >120KOhms input impedance.

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Miktek DI-2 2-Channel Active Direct Box

SKU: MIKDI2MFR: DI2

Dual-channel active DI box ensures pristine sound.
Low noise: -100dBu for clean, professional recording.
Versatile DI box: Ideal for guitar, bass, keyboards.
Rugged build: Ensures lasting reliability on stage.
Wide gain range: Optimizes signal for any instrument.

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Audient EVO SP8 8-Channel Microphone Smart Preamplifier with AD/DA

SKU: AUEVOSP8MFR: EVOSP8

Pristine sound quality with low noise preamps.
Wide 58dB gain range for versatile recording.
Optimize input impedance for clear audio.
Seamless connectivity for studio integration.
Robust build quality ensures lasting reliability.

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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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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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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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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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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.