DI–1000

The DI-1000 can operate as either a passive impedance matching device via the Jensen JT-DB-EP transformer, or as an active DI where the Sonic Maximizer circuit can be engaged with the signal still balanced at its output by the Jensen transformer.

Applications

  • Recording studio
  • Live concerts

Features include

  • Fully functional BBE Sonic Maximizer
  • Jensen JT-DB-EPC transformer
  • Purely passive or completely active operation
  • Switchable 0/15dB/30dB pad switch
  • Ground lift switch
  • Internal pure-silver wiring
  • Recessed switches to reduce damage
  • No-slip full-bottom pad to stop slippage and prevent ground contamination through chassis to chassis contact
  • 5-year warranty

Specifications

  • Frequency response @ XLR balanced out
    • Process mode: program controlled
    • Bypass mode: 5Hz to 30kHz (±1dB)
  • Signal to noise ratio
    • BBE out: 123dB power supply (118dB 9v battery)
    • BBE in (@10): 118dB power supply (113dB 9v battery)
  • Total harmonic distortion (THD)
    • BBE out: less than 0.02% at -10dBu input (20 to 20kHz)
    • BBE in: 0.1% at -10dBu input (20 to 20kHz)
  • Noise
    • Passive: -115dBu
    • Active (BBE in @0): -110dBu
    • Active (BBE in @10): -105dBu
  • Input impedance
    • Instrument: 1M Ohms
    • L ine: 12k Ohms
  • Output impedance
    • XLR: 600 Ohms
    • L ine: 1k Ohms
  • Phase deviation
    • Passive: less than 1° @ 20Hz, 0° @ 1kHz
    • Active (BBE out): less than 11° @ 20Hz, 0° @ 1kHz (* 0dBu=0.775Vrms)
  • Power requirements
    • D C inlet: +9 VDC min. 200ma
    • Battery: 9 VDC 15 hour life

Support

Reviews

"Both DIs [DI-1000 & DI-100x] sounded sweet, clear, airy and squeaky clean. The BBE's real strength is providing uncolored sound ... When I turned off the Maximizer, I just wanted it back on again - it's kind of addictive. [The BBE DIs offer] a quality DI with the added weapon of the Sonic Maximizer - an option you won't find on any other direct box..."
Guitar Player