Radial Engineering

Radial Engineering R8001100 ProDI Passive Direct Box

The Radial ProDI delivers transparent, noise-free signal conversion with a rugged build that handles the toughest stage and studio demands.

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Overview

The Radial ProDI is a professional-grade passive direct box built for engineers and musicians who need reliable, transparent signal conversion from instrument-level to mic-level without coloration or noise. At its core is a custom-wound Radial transformer that provides clean signal handling even with high-output sources, while simultaneously offering galvanic isolation that eliminates the ground loop hum that plagues many live sound and studio setups. With a high input impedance of 140k ohms, the ProDI reduces loading effects on instrument pickups, preserving the natural tone and dynamics of the source.

Built around a 14-gauge steel I-beam skeleton, the ProDI is engineered to survive the rigors of touring and daily stage use. Its plug-and-play simplicity makes it equally at home in a studio rack or on a pedalboard. The compact form factor keeps it unobtrusive on stage, while the XLR output and 1/4-inch thru jack provide flexible routing to both the front-of-house console and an on-stage amplifier. For working professionals who value reliability and sonic transparency over feature count, the ProDI delivers exactly what is needed and nothing that is not.

Key Features

Compact passive direct box for stage and studio

Able to handle huge transients without distortion

Transformer isolation eliminates noisy ground loops

Plug and play easy to use feature set - on stage or in the studio

Specifications

Brand
Radial Engineering
Model
R8001100
Type
Passive Direct Box
Channels
1
Input Impedance
140k Ohms
Connectors
XLR, 1/4"
Construction
14-gauge steel I-beam skeleton
Dimensions
3 x 10 x 13 inches
Weight
1.65 lbs

Frequently Asked Questions

No. The ProDI is a fully passive direct box, so it requires no batteries, phantom power, or external power source of any kind. You simply plug in and go.
Yes. The custom-wound Radial transformer is designed to handle large transients without distortion, making it suitable for high-output instruments including active basses, keyboards, and acoustic guitars with onboard preamps.
The transformer inside the ProDI provides galvanic isolation between the input and output, effectively breaking the electrical connection that causes ground loop hum between the instrument and the mixing console.
The ProDI features a 1/4-inch input jack for your instrument and an XLR output for connecting to a mixer or audio interface. It also includes a 1/4-inch thru jack for sending signal to an on-stage amplifier.
The ProDI is built around a 14-gauge steel I-beam skeleton, which provides exceptional resistance to impact and crushing forces commonly encountered during live performances and transport.