Radial SB-2 Compact Passive DI for Bass & Keys
Passive Direct Box
The Radial StageBug SB-2 Passive is a game-changer for musicians on the move! It's designed to fit snugly inside a guitar case, packing a powerful punch of features for outstanding performance on any stage.
Small but Mighty
• Compact design with input and thru-put for the on-stage amp
• Custom Eclipse ET-DB3 transformer for impedance matching and signal balancing
• -15dB pad for high-output instruments like active basses and digital pianos
• Innovative stereo-to-mono merge function for easy connection of stereo keyboards and computers
• XLR output wired to AES standard with pin-2 hot for a smooth, warm vintage sound
• Eclipse ET-DB3 transformer handles extreme signal levels with natural compression
• Ground lift switch eliminates hum and buzz from ground loops
StageBug SB-2 Applications
With Acoustic Guitar
• Plug in your acoustic guitar and get a smoothed-out, warm vintage tone
• Compact size makes it perfect for gigging on the go
With Electric Bass
• Connect your bass, send thru signal to amp and output to PA system
• Transformer isolation gets rid of ground loop hum and buzz
With Keyboard
• Ideal for sending keyboard output to PA system
• Input and thru jacks merge stereo to mono, saving channels
• Balanced signal drives up to 100 meters (300 feet) without noise
Features:
- Passive DI for bass, acoustic and keyboard
- Ultra compact - fits in guitar case
- Plug & play - easy to use
- Transformer isolation reduces noise
- PAD
Reduces input sensitivity by 15dB for louder instruments - Input
Unbalanced hi-Z input for guitar or bass - Thru
Direct output to on-stage amplifier - Output
Lo-Z balanced output to PA system or audio workstation - Ground
Lifts pin-1 at XLR to reduce ground loop hum and buzz - Warranty: Radial 3-year, transferable
Specifications:
- Audio circuit type: Passive, transformer based
- Transformer: Eclipse ET-DB3, 12:1 ratio
- Number of channels: 1
- Frequency response: 20Hz ~ 20KHz (± 0.5dB)
- Dynamic range: 115dB
- Total harmonic distortion: 0.005% @ 1kHz
- Phase Deviation: 3° @ 100Hz; 8° @ 50Hz
- Input Impedance: 140k Ohms, unbalanced
- Output Impedance: 1k Ohms, balanced
- Maximum Input: +20dB
- Features
- Input pad, Ground lift
- Input Connectors: 1/4'
- Output Connectors: XLR
- General
- Construction: 14 gauge steel chassis & outer shell
- Size (L x W x D): 4.5' x 1.85' x 1.35' (114mm x 47mm x 34mm)
- Weight: 0.55 lbs (250 grams)
- Shipping size (L x W x D): 8' x 5' x 3' (203mm x 127mm x 76mm)
- Shipping weight: 0.8 lbs (365 grams)
- Power: Passive, no power required
- Conditions: For use in dry locations only between 5°C and 40°C
The Radial SB-2 is a passive direct box designed for musicians on the move. It fits inside a guitar case and is great for bass, acoustic, and keyboard. Use it on stage to connect your instrument to the amp and PA system. With features like transformer isolation and an input pad, it ensures a clean sound. The compact size makes it easy to carry between gigs. Size: 4.5' x 1.85' x 1.35' (114mm x 47mm x 34mm), Weight: 0.55 lbs (250 grams).
