DBX DB12 Active Direct Box

The DBX DB12 Active Direct Box utilises custom DBX mu-metal-shielded audio transformers, high-quality Neutrik® connectors, low-noise circuitry which preserves the sonic integrity and true characteristics of the signal source.

Includes a pad switch that accommodates instrument, line and even speaker level signals.

Take even more control of your sound by utilising the polarity invert switch to set the phase relationship between the direct and mic'd sound.

As a professional, you don’t have time for interference, so DBX included a ground lift switch to solve potential hum and buzz problems due to ground loops. Between the combined shielding of the cast metal chassis and the custom-wound transformer, you can be doubly assured of a clean signal free from interference.

All of this sits atop a solid, stable footprint, that will keep the box from being dragged around the stage, and the unique contoured underside allows secure stacking of multiple units.

Product Features

• Premium Performance
• Rugged Design
• Stackable Chassis with Durable Rubber Foot
• Gold-plated Neutrik® XLR Connector
• Premium Chrome Toggle Switches
• Hi-Z 1/4" Input Jack
• Parallel 1/4" Thru Jack
• Transformer Isolated
• Premium Shielded Custom dbx Transformer
• Balanced XLR Lo-Z Output
• 3-Way 0/20/40 dB Pad Switch
• Flat/High-Cut Filter Switch
• Output Polarity Invert Switch
• Ground Lift Switch
• 4 Year Warranty!

Product Specifications

Inputs

• Input: 1 instrument/line/speaker level
• Connector: 1/4" jack
• Type: Unbalanced, RF filtered
• Impedance: 150k Ohm typical
• Max Input Level: +20dBu (0dB pad), +40dBu (20dB pad), +60dBu (40dB pad)

Output Section

• Thru Output: 1 parallel connection from input jack
• Connector: 1/4" jack
• Type: Unbalanced, RF filtered
• Main Output: 1 line level
• Connector: XLR male jack
• Type: Balanced
• Impedance: 150 Ohm typical
• Max Output Level: 0dBu

Performance

• Transformer: Custom DBX mu-metal-shielded
• Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz, +/-2.5dB
• Noise: <-105dB unweighted, 22kHz BW
• THD: <0.01% 20Hz to 20kHz BW, <0.005% 1kHz

General

• Dimensions: 5.82" L X 5.44" W X 2.20" H (148 x 138 x 56mm)
• Weight: 1.4 lbs / 0.65 kg