Radial Engineering Pro48 – Active Direct Box for Acoustic Guitar & Bass (R800-1105-00)
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The Radial Engineering Pro48 is a high-performance active DI box engineered for professional stage and studio use. Designed to handle the wide dynamic range of both passive and active instruments, the Pro48 delivers clean, transparent sound with ultra-low distortion and extended frequency response. Its robust build and phantom-powered design make it a dependable solution for acoustic guitars, basses, keyboards, and more.
Key Features:
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Active direct box with proprietary low-noise analog circuit
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48V phantom-powered—no batteries required
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Exceptional frequency response: 20Hz–40kHz
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High 220kΩ input impedance ideal for acoustic pickups
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Ground lift switch for eliminating hum and buzz
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-15dB input pad for handling hot signals
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Compact, tour-ready 14-gauge steel chassis
Why Choose the Radial Pro48?
The Radial Pro48 stands out for its internal digital switching power supply, offering significantly increased headroom compared to standard DI boxes. This allows the Pro48 to preserve the integrity of your instrument’s tone—even at high input levels—making it ideal for modern acoustic-electrics and battery-powered active basses that often overload lesser boxes. Whether you're gigging regularly or recording in the studio, the Pro48 is a smart investment in consistent, professional-grade audio quality.
Specifications:
Attribute | Details |
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Audio Circuit | Low-noise proprietary analog design |
Frequency Response | 20Hz – 20kHz (±1.5 dB) |
Dynamic Range | 99dB |
THD | 0.001% @ 0 dBu |
IMD | 0.002% @ 0 dBu |
Phase Deviation | +28º @ 20Hz; -2º @ 20kHz |
Input Impedance | 220kΩ (¼" jack) |
Output Impedance | 600Ω (XLR) |
Max Input Level | +9dBu |
Noise Floor | -82dB below 0dBu |
