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Whirlwind EDB1 Single-Channel Economy Direct Box

BH #WHEDB1 • MFR #EDB1
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Whirlwind EDB1 Single-Channel Economy Direct Box
Key Features
  • Passive Design
  • 1/4" In / Through Jacks, XLR Output
  • 3-Position Pad Switch
  • Metal Construction / Quality Transformer
The EDB1 direct box from Whirlwind converts an unbalanced line, instrument or speaker level signal to low impedance balanced microphone level, which is then suitable for imputing to a console or microphone preamp.
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Whirlwind EDB1 Overview

The EDB1 direct box from Whirlwind converts an unbalanced line, instrument or speaker level signal to low impedance balanced microphone level, which is then suitable for imputing to a console or microphone preamp.

The EDB1 is a passive device and therefore requires no external power supply and features a ground-lift switch and a three-position pad for selecting between line/instrument or speaker level signals. The unit is an economy direct box offering rugged construction while maintaining exceptional sound quality.

1/4" parallel wired in/out jacks
Pad switch for connection to hot-signal sources
Ground-Lift switch to help eliminate hum and buzz
Metal construction and quality transformer
UPC: 692465009447

Whirlwind EDB1 Specs

General
Item Type
Standard DI
Number of Channels
Single-Channel
Active/Passive
Passive
Circuitry
Solid-State
Pad
-20 / -40 dB
Ground Lift
Yes
Polarity Reverse
No
Low-Cut/High-Pass Filter
No
Connectivity
Audio I/O
1x 1/4" TS Unbalanced Input
1x 1/4" TS Unbalanced Thru
1x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Output
Performance
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz ±1 dB
Power
Operating Voltage
No Power Required
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.7 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.5 x 4.2 x 2"

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