The dbx DI1 Active Direct Box is a compact, high-performance DI box designed for musicians, audio engineers, and touring professionals. Ideal for guitars, bass amps, keyboards, and other instruments, the DI1 ensures a balanced, noise-free signal is delivered directly to your console mixer.

With embedded HARMAN ioSYS technology, the DI1 automatically recognizes and configures with the HARMAN Connected PA app, simplifying setup and delivering consistent, high-quality sound every time. Built for toughness, reliability, and stage-ready performance, the DI1 is perfect for studio and live applications.

DBX Di1 Key Features

  • Level and impedance matching function for optimal signal

  • XLR balanced output and TS input/output connectors

  • Signal pass-through connector

  • Battery and phantom power LED indicators

  • Extremely low distortion: <0.005% THD at 1 kHz, 0 dBu

  • Maximum input: +12 dBu (0 dB), +32 dBu (-20 dB), +52 dBu (-40 dB)

  • Output noise: <-100 dB unweighted

  • Frequency response: 10 Hz to 70 kHz (+0/-3 dB)

  • Attenuation control and ground lift switch

  • Phantom power: +18V to +48V DC

  • Input impedance: >250 kΩ

  • Durable metal chassis

  • HARMAN Connected PA compatible via embedded ioSYS technology

  • Main/standby battery operation: 9V

TS and XLR inputs and outputs
+12dBu (at 0dB) Level +32dBu (at -20dB) +52dBu (at -40dB)

DBX Di1 Specifications

Input Impedance > 250k Ohm
Max Input +12dBu (at 0dB) Level +32dBu (at -20dB) +52dBu (at -40dB)
Connectors Two Parallel 1/4" jack connectors and a parallel XLR connector (unbalanced), 1/4" Jack: Tip Hot, Sleeve Ground; XLR Jack: Pin 2 Hot, Pins 1 & 3 Ground
Output Impedance > 600 Ohms
Output Connectors XLR balanced
Distortion (THD) < 0.005% at 1kHz, 0dBu
Output Noise <-100dB unweighted
Frequency Response 10Hz to 70kHz, +0dB/-3dB
Main/Standby 9 Volt battery
Phantom Power +18 Volts DC to +48 Volts DC
List price: $231.25
Price: $185.00