Radial Engineering J48 Phantom Powered Active Direct Box

Radial Engineering J48 – Most battery-powered guitars and basses can produce up to 7 Volts at maximum volume, easily overloading typical active direct boxes that can only handle around 3 Volts.

The Radial Engineering J48 features a unique switching power supply that boosts the internal rail voltage, enabling it to handle up to an impressive 9 Volts.

This results in better signal handling and greater headroom. The increased headroom significantly reduces all types of distortion, allowing the instrument’s natural tone and character to shine through.

Features

• Exceptional headroom & dynamic range
• Retains the natural sound of the instrument
• Merge switch sums stereo instruments to mono
• Powered by 48V phantom, no batteries required

J48 for Live Touring
A direct box is primarily used to get an instrument signal from the stage to the mixing desk and PA system. The Radial J48 delivers the natural tone exceptionally long distances without adding distortion or coloring the sound in any way.

J48 in the Studio
When recording direct, the quality of the direct box interface assures the purest signal going to the track. The Radial J48 is particularly well suited for recording bass or capturing a direct track from a guitar.

Reamping with the J48
Reamping means sending a dry track from the recorder back out to pedals and amps. This tricks has been used for years by top professionals. The Radial J48 is ideally suited to capture the sound of the instrument for later Reamping.