Stand out from the crowd with the Radial HDI High-Definition Studio Direct Box. Thanks to the inclusion of hand-wound oversized Jensen transformers, this direct box sounds larger than life. Take advantage of the four parallel circuits inside to achieve a wide range of tones. By adjusting the blend of these chains, your recordings will ooze with color and body. Whether you want transparency or strive to achieve sounds from the golden age of recording, it’ll feel like anything is possible with this in your set-up.
Get the sound right at the source thanks to the comprehensive range of controls. Want aggressive exciting tones? Drive the preamp in order to push the inner circuitry to its extremes. This imbues unique saturation which also acts as a natural form of compression. The intuitive Opto compressor will become your best friend during situations when you crave fat smooth analog compression. There’s no overthinking here thanks to its simplistic interface. Simply adjust the control until you’re content with the level of gain reduction. Achieve excellent sounds today!
Versatile performance The HDI is just as comfortable on-the-road as it is in the studio. If you work in live sound or are a recording engineer, then this is an absolute must-have. The DI box exceeds all that you’d expect from such a unit. Not only does it excel at its main purpose, the inclusion of a high pass filter and built-in compressor allows you to achieve the sound you have in your head at the source. The ability to do so saves time and eliminates the need for relying on external plugins and hardware.
Features:
– Flagship studio-grade direct box and preamp for the stage and studio
– Designed to produce superior sonic results within moments
– Color control knob lets you blend between an ultra-clean signal path and amp-like distortion
– Coloration imparts a unique character and grit onto your signal for true vintage warmth
– Oversized custom-built Jensen transformer provides additional saturation potential
– Single-control Opto compressor can be used to tame harsh transients in an instant
– Level control with a VU meter lets you drive the circuitry for impressive musical-sounding results
– Equipped with both mic and line-level outputs
Specifications:
– Construction: 14 gauge steel chassis, 1/2″ aluminum front panel
– Size (L x W x D): 8.25″ x 8.25″ x 3.5″
– Weight: 5.05lbs
– Power: 100-200VAC 0.45A ~ 50/60Hz
– Conditions: For use in dry locations only between 5°C and 40°C
– Product Code: R800-2025-00
