dpFX Pedals - Unbalanced to Balanced converter (active DI Box)

"dpFX Pedals" builds handmade and custom effects (dpeffects.com). All products are serial numbered.

This is a simple, active converter (transformerless) that takes an Unbalanced signal and converts it to Balanced while also offering an independent THRU output so that you still have the unbalanced input signal available for any further use. The device is suitable for instrument level or line level signals as well. The XLR output blocks Phantom Power that may accidentally be activated on the other end.

A volume knob is available for the Balanced output that ranges from Mute (at min) up to unity gain (at max).

A high input impedance and low output impedance ensures that your signal will be routed to the interconnected devices without any tone loss and preserving its original fidelity even if you use long cables.

You can power the device with a DC Voltage ranging from 9V to 24V. Using 18V is suggested, for increased headroom, although 9V is perfectly fine.

The device cannot be powered by Phantom Power, it is designed to block and reject the Phantom Power completely, preventing any damage on the circuit. The capacitors of the XLR output can withstand a voltage larger than the 48V of the phantom power, however it is suggested not leaving the phantom power ON for long periods in order to avoid putting extra strain on the capacitors, and this way extending their life.

• Input impedance: 10MΩ
• THRU Output impedance: 100Ω
• Balanced output impedance: 200Ω
• Voltage required: 9-24V DC [ don’t exceed 24V ]
• Polarity: Center negative
• Current consumption: 8mA @ 9V
• Available Headroom vs Power supply: 7Vpp@9V, 10Vpp@12V, 22Vpp@24V
• Enclosure dimensions: 114x60x32mm (4.43x2.38x1.22in)
• Weight: ~170gr

Shipping method: via 1st Priority International Mail (tracked).