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Mackie MDB-2P Stereo Passive Direct Box

BH #MAMDB2P • MFR #MDB-2P
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Mackie MDB-2P Stereo Passive Direct Box
Key Features
  • Route a Stereo Instrument to Mic Inputs
  • Converts Unbalanced to Balanced
  • Converts High Impedance to Low Impedance
  • Two 1/4" Unbalanced Inputs
The Mackie MDB-2P is a stereo passive direct box designed to connect two mono instruments or a single stereo instrument to microphone preamps for musicians and audio engineers in recording sessions, houses of worship, and live stage applications. It converts high-impedance, instrument-level signal via its 1/4" TS unbalanced inputs to low-impedance, mic-level outputs via balanced XLR 3-pin jacks. Two 1/4" TS thru jacks allow simultaneous connection to amplifiers or pedalboards.

Each channel offers a -15 dB pad for reducing the input level to prevent distortion when using a high-gain source. The ground-lift switch inhibits hum caused by ground loops. Due to passive design principles, the MDB-2P requires no batteries or power supply. Its sturdy steel chassis enables confident use in the studio or on the road.

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Mackie MDB-2P Overview

The Mackie MDB-2P is a stereo passive direct box designed to connect two mono instruments or a single stereo instrument to microphone preamps for musicians and audio engineers in recording sessions, houses of worship, and live stage applications. It converts high-impedance, instrument-level signal via its 1/4" TS unbalanced inputs to low-impedance, mic-level outputs via balanced XLR 3-pin jacks. Two 1/4" TS thru jacks allow simultaneous connection to amplifiers or pedalboards.

Each channel offers a -15 dB pad for reducing the input level to prevent distortion when using a high-gain source. The ground-lift switch inhibits hum caused by ground loops. Due to passive design principles, the MDB-2P requires no batteries or power supply. Its sturdy steel chassis enables confident use in the studio or on the road.

Connect two mono instruments such as guitars or basses or a stereo instrument such as a keyboard to microphone preamps
Converts high-impedance, unbalanced 1/4" TS inputs to low-impedance, balanced XLR mic-level outputs
1/4" thru jacks for routing to amplifiers or pedalboards
Per-channel -15 dB pad prevents overloading when accepting signal from a loud source
Ground-lift switch minimizes hum
Passive design requires no batteries or power supply
UPC: 663961053999

Mackie MDB-2P Specs

General
Item Type
Standard DI
Number of Channels
2-Channel
Active/Passive
Passive
Circuitry
Solid-State
Preamp
Pad
-15 dB
Ground Lift
Yes
Polarity Reverse
No
EQ & Tone Shaping
Low-Cut/High-Pass Filter
No
Connectivity
Audio I/O
2x 1/4" TS Unbalanced Input
2x 1/4" TS Unbalanced Thru
2x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Output
Performance
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.2 dB
Input Impedance
140 Kilohms (Unbalanced)
Output Impedance
400 Ohms (Unbalanced 1/4")
Total Harmonic Distortion/Noise
0.002% (from 1 kHz)
Power
Operating Voltage
No Power Required
Physical
Dimensions
5.8 x 3.4 x 1.5" / 147 x 86 x 38 mm
Weight
0.9 lb / 0.4 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.12 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7 x 5.75 x 2.9"

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