At dbx, when we do something, we do it right. So when we decided to create our new direct injection boxes, we didn’t settle for the same old tired approach to direct box design. With our dbx name on the line, how could we? One look at our new dB10 Passive and dB12 Active direct boxes will tell you that these are clearly different. With their bullet-proof construction, and extraordinary audio performance to rival their looks, finally there’s a direct box worthy of the dbx name.

Utilizing custom dbx mu-metal-shielded audio transformers, high-quality Neutrik® connectors, and low-noise circuitry preserves the sonic integrity and true characteristics of the signal source. Both boxes include a pad switch that accomodates instrument, line and even speaker level signals. Take even more control of your sound by utilizing the polarity invert switch to set the phase relationship between the direct and mic'd sound.

As a professional, you don’t have time for interference, so we’ve included a ground lift switch to solve potential hum and buzz problems due to ground loops. And between the combined shielding of the cast metal chassis and the custom-wound transformer, you can be doubly assured of a clean signal free from interference. All of this sits atop a solid, stable footprint, that will keep the box from being dragged around the stage, and the unique contoured underside allows secure stacking of multiple units.

Recommended for: Studio, Tour, Portable.

Premium Performance

Rugged Design

Stackable Chassis with Durable Rubber Foot

Gold-plated Neutrik® XLR Connector

Premium Chrome Toggle Switches

Hi-Z 1/4" Input Jack

Parallel 1/4" Thru Jack

Transformer Isolated

Premium Shielded Custom dbx Transformer

Balanced XLR Lo-Z Output

3-Way 0/20/40 dB Pad Switch

Flat/High-Cut Filter Switch

Output Polarity Invert Switch

Ground Lift Switch

4 Year Warranty!

Input 1 instrument/line/speaker level

Input Connectors 1/4" jack

Input Type Unbalanced, RF filtered

Insert Impedance 150k Ohm typical

Max Input +20dBu (0dB pad); +40dBu (20dB pad); +60dBu (40dB pad)

Output (Thru) 1 parallel from input jack, 1/4" Unbalanced, RF filtered

Output Connectors XLR male balanced

Output Impedance 150k Ohm typical

Max Output 0dBu

Transformer Custom dbx mu-metal-shielded

Frequency Response 20Hz to 20kHz, +/-2.5dB

Noise <-105dB unweighted, 22kHz BW

THD <0.01%, 20Hz to 20kHz BW; <0.005%, 1kHz

Dimensions 5.82" L X 5.44" W X 2.20" H (148 x 138 x 56mm)

Unit Weight 1.4 lbs / 0.65 kg