JDX DIRECT-DRIVE
AMP SIMULATOR AND
DI-BOX
Overview:
The Radial JDX Direct-Drive ™ is a unique and powerful device that emulates the sound of a guitar amplifier while doubling as a direct box. Unlike a typical direct box that transfers the sounds of the pedals to the PA, the Direct-Drive simulates the tone and feel of a real guitar amp, producing a much more realistic sound. In other words, with the Direct-Drive on your pedalboard, you can not carry a gig without an amp to the club.
Guitar-level output or via a balanced XLR to feed the PA. The direct box output is outfitted with a 180 ° polarity reverse switch to help phase-align monitors with the stage amplifier along with a ground lift switch to help eliminate hum and buzz by ground loops. The Direct-Drive is powered by a standard 9V power supply or a typical pedalboard power brick.
As with all Radial products, the Direct-Drive is made to handle the rigors of professional touring with 14-gauge steel throughout. This not only helps prevent damage to the internal PCB, it also reduces susceptibility to noise from external magnetic fields.
The Radial JDX Direct-Drive ... one small step on a pedal board, one huge step for the guitarist!
Note: The companies mentioned above are not related to Radial and Direct-Drive will produce the various voicing settings.
Features:
- Guitar amp simulator for pedalboards
- Eliminates need to bring an amp to the gig
- 4 x 12 half-stack & open back combo tones
- Employs Radial's popular JDX tone shaping
APPLICATIONS:
Using the Direct-Drive without an amp
Connect your pedals to the Direct-Drive and enjoy the natural tone of a guitar amp using the PA system or monitors instead of an amp. Select between three voice settings to find the one that works best.
Using the Direct-Drive with your amp
Use the Direct-Drive at the output of your pedalboard to feed your amp and the PA at the same time. This allows the engineer to mix the two signals to get the best out of the PA system.
Using the Direct-Drive for silent recording
With the Direct-Drive as your amp, quietly record your guitar directly from your pedalboard. Use the ¼ "output to feed an effects processor and mix to create amazing tonal textures.