Radial J48 - Active 48V phantom powered direct box with digital switching supply

THIS PRODUCT IS FOR ONLINE ORDER ONLY. Phantom Powered Active Direct BoxThe J48 is an active direct box that has been optimized to handle extreme transients without distortion with a linear frequency response that extends from 20Hz up to 40kHz.Higher Rail Voltage Higher HeadroomMost battery-powered guitars and basses will produce as much as 7 Volts when played at maximum volume which can easily overload typical active direct boxes which have are only able to handle about 3 Volts. The J48 uses a unique switching power supply that raises the internal rail voltage so it can handle up to an incredible 9 Volts resulting in improved signal handling and greater headroom. This additional headroom significantly reduces distortion of all types allowing the natural tone and character of the instrument to shine through. Exceptional headroom & dynamic rangeRetains the natural sound of the instrumentMerge switch sums stereo instruments to monoPowered by 48V phantom no batteries requiredJ48 ApplicationsJ48 for Live TouringA direct box is primarily used to get an instrument signal from the stage to the mixing desk and PA system. The Radial J48 delivers the natural tone exceptionally long distances without adding distortion or coloring the sound in any way.J48 in the StudioWhen recording direct the quality of the direct box interface assures the purest signal going to the track. The Radial J48 is particularly well suited for recording bass or capturing a direct track from a guitar.Reamping with the J48Reamping means sending a dry track from the recorder back out to pedals and amps. This tricks has been used for years by top professionals. The Radial J48 is ideally suited to capture the sound of the instrument for later Reamping.Paul 'Pab' BoothroydAC/DC Paul Simon Paul McCartney Faith Hill Pink The Radial J48 is one piece of kit that can be relied upon from day to day in my worldwide touring. It is not only reliable but delivers what it needs to do... and that is deliver good audio. Artist ProfileJoe ChiccarelliBon Jovi Frank Zappa Tori Amos Chicago Annie Lennox The White Stripes I use the J48 every day. The signal path is clear punchy honest and faithful to the sound of the individual player's instrument. Artist ProfileGuthrie TrappGarth Brooks Tanya Tucker Trisha Yearwood George Jones Alison Krauss I love the Radial J48 and don't leave home without it! I use the hell out of it. Artist ProfileDave LaRueDixie Dregs Joe Satriani The Radial DIs have become a staple in my studio and in my live rig. The units sound great and I love the versatility they afford me in any situation. Artist Profile