The StageBug SB-1 is a compact active direct box designed to fit inside a guitar case for artists who prefer to travel light.

• Active direct box for acoustic and passive bass
• Ultra compact to fit in your guitar case
• Plug & play easy to use feature set
• 48V phantom powered, no batteries needed!

Ultra-compact DI

The design begins with standard ¼ instrument input with a thru-put to feed your tuner or your on-stage amp. The ultra-quiet active circuit at once converts the signal from high to low impedance to reduce susceptibility to noise. The signal is then buffered and balanced for long cable runs to the PA system. 48 volt phantom provides the power, so the SB-1 does not require batteries or external supply to make it work. You simply plug in and you are ready to go!

Acoustic guitar live

The StageBug SB-1 is plug & play easy to use. Connect and it automatically converts your Hi-z instrument signal to lo-Z and balances it for long runs.

Recording bass direct

Record your bass direct using the StageBug SB-1. This improves the tone and reduces noise by properly matching the impedance of the instrument.

Adding an amp or tuner

Use the SB1 thru output to feed your on-stage amplifier. For fun, add pedals after the SB-1 to color your tone on-stage while leaving the PA signal clean.

Specifications

Audio circuit type: Active Buffer with Phase Splitter

Number of channels: 1

Frequency response: 20Hz to 20KHz

Dynamic range: >100dB

Gain: +1.3dBu/+4.4dB

Clip Level: +3.3dBu/+12.3dBu

Total harmonic distortion: <0.006%

Intermodulation Distortion: <0.01%

Phase Deviation: 25/12° Maximum

Input Impedance: 800K/23K

Output Impedance: 330 Ohms

Equivalent Input Noise: -101dBu

Noise Floor: -97dBu

Maximum Input: +2dBu/+8dBu

Features

Input pad, 180° polarity reverse, Ground lift

Input Connectors: 1/4"

Output Connectors: XLR

General

Construction: 16 gauge steel chassis & outer shell

Size (L x W x D): 4.5" x 1,85" x 1.35" (114mm x 47mm x 34mm)

Weight: 0.55 lbs (250 grams)

Shipping size (L x W x D): 8" x 5" x 3" (203mm x 127mm x 76mm)

Shipping weight: 0.8 lbs (365 grams)

Power: 48V phantom power, 5mA

Conditions: For use in dry locations only between 5°C and 40°C

Warranty: Radial 3-year, transferable