Preamp and DI box combined
Input gain control
Balanced XLR output
1/4" out for sending signal to stage amp
Both stage and PA outputs have their own level controls
Parallel input jack for a tuner
Effects loop
Powered by 48V phantom power or 9v battery
Active bass and treble EQ
Mid-dip shape control permits removal of mids
Notch filter permits dialing out feedback

From my experience hooking one up between guitar and amp like you're describing here won't hurt anything no matter what you use. But be sure you know exactly what you're doing if you plan on hooking one up between amp and speaker.

Of course, although I didn't mention it, there is a Black Box between my pickup and my pedal -- John, microphones are a constant temptation, but get your BB. There's not much point in putting a crappy signal into that Mesa, or Avalon or Neve!

[This message was edited by Jack Anderson on 02 October 2004 at 06:39 PM.]

When looking at the radial DI boxes what are the pros and cons of active vs passive?
Will the active box work as a passive if no power is supplied?

Or

Is the active mainly needed to power long cable runs?

Thanks
Big Mike

[This message was edited by Mike Simpson on 02 October 2004 at 08:37 PM.]

[This message was edited by Jack Anderson on 03 October 2004 at 04:41 AM.]

"An advantage of using an active circuit is that it can be fine-tuned to produce a wider frequency response than can be achieved with an entirely passive DI. However, active DIs require a power source - phantom power from the mixer or internal batteries."

As far as long cable run's go, the XLR balanced output is what allows you to run cables a long distance....The passive DI with the Jensen built in, not only gives you phase protection, but has a balanced output that will allow you to run a cable to the mixer 1000 ft with no audible distortion ( if the cable is in good shape )
The Jensen transformers have been used for YEAR's with great result's ...

NEVE PRE'S ....Now we're talkin some BIG recording tone , at a BIG recording price !!!... As nice as it comes !!....Jim

[This message was edited by James Quackenbush on 03 October 2004 at 09:51 AM.]

Thanks again

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Big Mike
http://www.blueswizards.net

Brad

What do you guys think about the idea of ProTools tracking sessions versus traditional multitrack (Hard Disk or tape)with an analog in-line console? There is certainly a group of producers and engineers who feel that non-linear, super flexible, fly around, recording has all but ruined music performance in modern recording. My thought is that a group of musicians tracking the final product, all in a room is really something special and not happening nearly as often as it used to.

Also, Radial D.I's are cool. I always default to the isolation a transformer provides. My experience is, if you have an instrument with transient low end (like an electric bass), lots of iron is good...big heavy transformer. Years ago, my friend built a giant transformer DI, like 10 Lbs. worth, and gave it to Bruce Swedien. I think that he may have used it on Thriller or another MJ record. I remember that he loved it.

If you have an instrument like steel, a good transformer works really well. I even like the ProCo DB-1. Not too expensive and a decent transformer.

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t's funny that ProTools became the studio standard.

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kinda like VHS vs Beta... Beta was the superior platform, but VHS out numbered 'em

it's not the quality of the widget that determines who wins, it's who controls the marketplace...

[This message was edited by Dave Van Allen on 08 October 2004 at 12:13 PM.]

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Darvin Willhoite
Riva Ridge Recording

Brad Sarno