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Pearstone IMA-1030 Switchable In-Line Attenuator

BH #PEIMA1030 • MFR #IMA-1030
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Pearstone IMA-1030 Switchable In-Line Attenuator
Key Features
  • -10, -20, or -30 dB of Attenuation
  • XLR Female to XLR Male
  • Fully Shielded Metal Case
The IMA-1030 from Pearstone is a switchable in-line attenuator that can be inserted between a high-output microphone and the input of a mixer or preamp to pad the input level and avoid distortion.
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Pearstone IMA-1030 Overview

The IMA-1030 from Pearstone is a switchable in-line attenuator that can be inserted between a high-output microphone and the input of a mixer or preamp to pad the input level and avoid distortion.

The IMA-1030 connects in-line between a low-impedance or phantom-powered condenser microphone and a mixer and allows you to dial in -10, -20, or -30 dB of attenuation. It features XLR female to XLR male connectors and a fully shielded metal case to prevent interference.

Provides -10, -20, or -30 dB of attenuation
For use with all low-impedance and phantom-powered condenser microphones
XLR female to XLR male
Shielded metal case to prevent interference
UPC: 847628597860

Pearstone IMA-1030 Specs

Key Specs
In-Line Accessory Type
Attenuator/Pad
Input / Output Level
Input: Mic Level
Output: Mic Level
Number of Channels
1
Attenuation
-10 dB / -20 dB / -30 dB
Controls
3x Pad Switch
Inputs/Outputs
1x XLR 3-Pin Female Input
1x XLR 3-Pin Male Output
General
In-Line Accessory Type
Attenuator/Pad
Input / Output Level
Input: Mic Level
Output: Mic Level
Number of Channels
1
Attenuation
-10 dB / -20 dB / -30 dB
Controls
3x Pad Switch
Connectivity
Inputs/Outputs
1x XLR 3-Pin Female Input
1x XLR 3-Pin Male Output
Performance
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Impedance
Input:
1.6 Kilohms (at -10 dB)
Output:
660 Ohms (at -10 dB)
Physical
Dimensions
4.5 x 0.9" / 11.4 x 2.3 cm
Weight
1.8 oz / 50 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.11 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.85 x 3.6 x 0.75"

Pearstone IMA-1030 Reviews

Very nice

By Craig
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-06-23

The product does exactly what I need it to do thank you very much

Works Like a Charm!!

By Charles
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-06-17

Had a hot signal coming from my Bose L1 8 Pro to my Zoom Q2n 4K cam and needed to tone down the decibels... this worked perfectly!!

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question

What is the input/output impedance for this device?
Asked by: Gabriel B.
The input inpedance is 1.6K? (-10dB), and the output is 660?(-10dB).
Answered by: Jacob C.
Date published: 2020-07-03

question

Does this device provide phantom power for a Condenser Microphone that requires phantom power?
Asked by: Delbert
It does pass the phantom power thru it. It does not generate the phantom power.
Answered by: Mark
Date published: 2026-04-06

question

What is the barrel length of this adapter?
Asked by: Gabriel B.
4.3 inches
Answered by: MUHAMMAD F.
Date published: 2022-11-09

question

how do you set them up on a tascam DR-40?
Asked by: Ellen
I don't have a tascam, so I don't know how you would connect it.
Answered by: Richard J.
Date published: 2018-08-26
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