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Silver metal direct box with quarter-inch jacks, XLR output, attenuation and ground-lift switches

LORDWORLD

LORDWORLD MDA1 Mono Active Direct Box

SKU CH-E3JE-MC457

Converts instrument signals to balanced XLR with a 15 dB pad, ground lift, and 48 V phantom or 9 V battery power

  • All-metal housing withstands stage impacts
  • 0dB/-15dB pad handles high-output instruments
  • Ground lift eliminates hum from ground loops
  • Runs on 48V phantom or 9V battery

Mono Active Direct Box for stage and studio

The LORDWORLD MDA1 converts an unbalanced instrument signal to a balanced XLR output suitable for mixing consoles and recording interfaces. Its all-metal, impact-resistant chassis withstands transport and stage use. A 0 dB / -15 dB attenuation switch matches signal levels from passive pickups or active sources. Phantom power at 48 V or a 9 V battery powers the active circuitry.

Ground Lift and Thru output simplify live rigs

A Ground Lift switch breaks the shield connection to eliminate hum caused by ground loops between stage and front-of-house. The 1/4" Thru jack passes the original signal to an on-stage amplifier while the balanced feed goes to the desk. Dual power options keep the unit running when phantom supply is unavailable. Buyers needing stereo conversion or multiple channels will require additional units.

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Price $117.99
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Brand nameLORDWORLD

Questions about this item

How often will I need to replace the 9V battery powering the unit?

Battery life depends on usage; the unit also runs on 48V phantom power so the battery is only needed when phantom is unavailable.

What is the first limit reached during long sessions with a hot instrument signal?

The 15dB attenuation switch prevents input overload, and the ground-lift switch stops hum from ground loops before they become an issue.

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