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Radial J48 MK2 48V Phantom Power Active Direct Box

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 76 ratings

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Brand Radial Engineering
Color Blue
Item Weight 1.5 Pounds
Amperage 9 Amps
Item Dimensions LxWxH 6.5 x 4.1 x 3.1 inches

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  • Active 48-Volt phantom powered direct box -15dB pad 180 degree polarity reverse Merge function to mix 2 signals to mono 80Hz high-pass rumble filter Ground lift Welded I-beam construction Minimal power draw with high rail voltage Will not choke when driven hard Low intermodulation distortion
  • The J48 is capable of peak transients to 9 volts without choking
  • The result is lower harmonic distortion, half the inter-modulation distortion and significantly improved dynamics over other DIs
  • Features include a -15dB pad, 180&deg polarity reverse, a unique merge function to mix two signals to mono, an 80Hz high-pass rumble filter, and ground lift
  • It's built to handle the abuse on the road and features a unique welded I-beam construction

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Product Description

The Radial J48 has been optimized to produce maximum headroom while working within the limited current available from standard 48V phantom power. The J48 is capable of peak transients to 9 volts without choking. The result is lower harmonic distortion, half the inter-modulation distortion and significantly improved dynamics over other DIs. Features include a -15dB pad, 180° polarity reverse, a unique merge function to mix two signals to mono, an 80Hz high-pass rumble filter, and ground lift. It's built to handle the abuse on the road and features a unique welded I-beam construction. The Radial J48 is a great-sounding active direct box that has been optimized to produce maximum headroom while working within the limited current available from standard 48V phantom power. By employing a unique switching power supply, the J48 is capable of peak transients to 9 volts without choking. The result is lower harmonic distortion, half the intermodulation distortion and significantly improved dynamics over other DIs. Features include a -15dB pad, 180 degree polarity reverse, a unique merge function to mix 2 signals to mono, an 80Hz high-pass rumble filter, and ground lift. Like all Radial products, the J48 is built to handle abuse on the road and features a unique welded I-beam construction for years of trouble-free performance.

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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
76 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, sound quality, value, and versatility of the power supply. For example, they mention it's well constructed, has an awesome sound, and is well worth the money. That said, some say it'll be great for instruments that need an active DI and is nice for multimedia and keyboards.

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18 customers mention18 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the power supply. For example, they mention it's an excellent piece of equipment, well constructed, and noise free. Some say that it'll last a long time and is built like a tank. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"...This unit is definitely a professional quality DI with a reliability and sound quality that tour musicians require but at a price point just about..." Read more

"...It is the same brand but much better quality than the DIs they have on hand usually...." Read more

"...Very clean signal, no clipping, no distortion. Easy to use and highly recommended." Read more

"...Rock solid construction - the thing is a tank. Crystal clear sound - no discernible coloration that I can tell...." Read more

15 customers mention12 positive3 negative

Customers like the sound quality of the power supply. They say it has an awesome sound, the audio signal is very clean, and has low noise. It's great for passive guitars or basses, and works well with preamps.

"...is definitely a professional quality DI with a reliability and sound quality that tour musicians require but at a price point just about anyone can..." Read more

"...Very clear, never distorted, full frequency response, brings out the richness of the Fender sound." Read more

"...Very clean signal, no clipping, no distortion. Easy to use and highly recommended." Read more

"...Rock solid construction - the thing is a tank. Crystal clear sound - no discernible coloration that I can tell...." Read more

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Customers appreciate the value of the power supply. They say it is a bit pricey, but well worth the money.

"...reliability and sound quality that tour musicians require but at a price point just about anyone can afford...." Read more

"...Audio signal is very clean. It is a bit pricey, but well worth the money." Read more

"Good price, good quality..." Read more

"Great DI Box. Worth the money...." Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the versatility of the power supply. They say it's great for instruments that need an active DI, and has options for various problems. Customers also mention that it'll be nice for multimedia and keyboards.

"...Nice for multimedia and keyboards...." Read more

"Great for instruments that need an active DI! Would recommend!!" Read more

"...standard for professional sound technicians and this unit has options for various problems. Awesome!" Read more

"Clean and versatile. Wish it had a separate power other than just phantom to make it more flexible...." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the power supply. They mention that it works well and provides a clean audio signal.

"...able to handle the signal from my active bass and electrics, but it works great. Very clean signal, no clipping, no distortion...." Read more

"Product works really well. Audio signal is very clean. It is a bit pricey, but well worth the money." Read more

"Works great." Read more

Clean and versatile. Wish it had a separate power other than just phantom to make it more flexible.
5 Stars
Clean and versatile. Wish it had a separate power other than just phantom to make it more flexible.
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