Active DI boxes

Start with your setup

High-impedance instruments and active outputs can need different input arrangements. Check battery or phantom requirements and how the unit behaves when power is lost. Keep output level within the receiving preamp’s useful range.

Choose for the session

Build a shortlist from the checks below, then compare the exact model manuals. Active circuitry does not make every DI the right match for every source. Keep the source, monitoring path, and room consistent when comparing options. The broader di boxes & reamping guide explains how this category fits the rest of the studio.

Before you buy

• Input impedance
• Power source and backup
• Maximum input level