Miktek DI-1 Active Direct Box

While the Miktek DI-1 Active Direct Box is an essential tool for audio professionals seeking high-quality, reliable signal conversion, it offers much more than just basic functionality. Designed to seamlessly integrate into both live sound and studio recording environments, the DI-1 is a versatile and innovative solution for a wide range of audio applications.Crafted with durability in mind, the DI-1 allows for the direct insertion of audio signals from various sources, such as electric guitars, basses, drum machines, keyboards, and even high-powered speaker outputs from amplifiers, into a mixer or recorder. Its robust construction ensures that it can withstand the rigors of touring and frequent use, making it a staple for performers and audio engineers alike.The DI-1 boasts a 1/4" input jack that accepts the audio signal from your musical instrument, and a parallel 1/4" thru output that enables you to link the audio signal directly to an amplifier or recorder without compromising the original sound. This feature is particularly beneficial for bass players who prefer the sound of their direct signal over a miked amplifier.For optimal signal integrity, the DI-1 is equipped with a balanced XLR output, ensuring that your audio is transmitted with the utmost clarity to the main mixer. The inclusion of a PAD switch provides an input signal attenuator to manage high-level inputs, while the COMBINE switch allows for the summing of input and thru signals for added versatility.One of the standout features of the DI-1 is its hum eliminator capability. The GROUND LIFT button offers the option to disconnect the ground from the DI-1 chassis to the XLR jack, effectively removing any unwanted hums or buzzes from the audio signal, leaving it pristine and uncolored.The DI-1's innovative design includes a convenient battery compartment at the bottom, with a Battery/Phantom switch that allows for effortless swapping between 9-volt battery operation and standard 48-volt phantom power. When phantom power is detected on the XLR cable, the DI-1 smartly disengages the battery and operates solely on phantom power, ensuring efficient power management.As an active direct box, the DI-1 provides a consistent and even frequency response for any connected audio signal, regardless of its output impedance. This results in a clean, pure output that captures the true essence of the original signal.In summary, the Miktek DI-1 Active Direct Box is a professional, high-quality device that offers innovative features and reliable performance for audio professionals. Whether on stage or in the studio, the DI-1 is an indispensable tool for achieving balanced, noise-free audio in any professional audio setup.