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Radial Engineering R8001500 HotShot DM1 Mic Switcher Bundle
Radial Engineering R8001500 HotShot DM1 Mic Switcher Bundle
Radial Engineering R8001500 HotShot DM1 Mic Switcher Bundle
Radial Engineering R8001500 HotShot DM1 Mic Switcher Bundle
Radial Engineering R8001500 HotShot DM1 Mic Switcher Bundle
Radial Engineering R8001500 HotShot DM1 Mic Switcher Bundle
Radial Engineering

Radial Engineering R8001500 HotShot DM1 Mic Switcher Bundle

★★★★★5.0 (4 reviews)
XLR

Toggle your stage mic on and off instantly with the Radial HotShot DM1's passive, true-bypass foot switch and bundled XLR cable.

$149.99*
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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated:Jul 14, 2026.Price and availability are subject to change.

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Overview

The Radial HotShot DM1 Microphone Switcher is a purpose-built stage tool that lets performers toggle a dynamic microphone on and off using a rugged foot switch. Built around a passive, true-bypass audio circuit, the DM1 passes the mic signal through without any coloration, noise, or signal degradation across the full 20Hz to 20kHz spectrum. Its single XLR input routes to two XLR outputs, giving sound engineers a clean way to manage on-stage communication without reaching for a mixer. The 14-gauge steel chassis is designed to survive years of stomping on stages, rehearsal spaces, and houses of worship.

This bundle pairs the DM1 with a Senor 20-foot XLR microphone cable and a Zorro Sounds polishing cloth, so it arrives ready to patch in and use immediately. Because the pedal is entirely passive, there are no batteries to replace or power supplies to route — it simply works every time. The DM1 is ideal for vocalists who need to mute between songs, worship leaders toggling between speaking and singing, or any performer who wants hands-free mic control at their feet.

Key Features

The HotShot DM1 Toggle Pedal is a dynamic microphone switcher with a momentary toggle footswitch, allowing an artist on stage to redirect a vocal mic to feed the stage monitoring system and communicate with band members or technicians.

If you're an in-ear monitor user, you've likely experienced the frustration of trying to communicate clearly with band members or techs while onstage. The Radial HotShot DM1 is your solution. Cleverly designed, the HotShot DM1 is a microphone signal splitter and mute switch combo. Hit the rugged footswitch, and you've muted your mic and redirected the signal to the stage monitors or intercom, making it easy to converse with musicians or technicians.

Using the HotShot DM1 is easy. Take any dynamic microphone and connect it to the input of the DM1, and the main output to your mixer. Run a second cable from the monitor out to feed a common intercom buss. Press the momentary footswitch, and the signal going to the main output is muted and redirected to your monitors. Now you can speak discretely with other band members or discuss a technical issue with the crew. As soon as you release the footswitch

The Radial Engineering Hotshot DM1 Mic Switcher is a small box that can give touring musicians a big advantage. Instead of communicating with stage crew over the PA so the audience can hear--very unprofessional--you can just hit the pedal on the DM1 and redirect your dynamic mike to the monitor board, where it can be transferred anywhere, such as to the venue's intercom. A ground lift keeps your communications hum-free

Like every Radial stage switcher, the HotShot DM1 is designed tour-tough. Expect nothing less from Radial . The DM1 is heavy enough to stay where you put it, and its roadworthy 14-gauge steel chassis has the right stuff to stand up to your busiest professional touring schedule. Its finished in a durable powder coat and sports a heavy-duty footswitch and isolated XLR connectors

Specifications

Type
Stage Mic Toggle
Audio Circuit
Passive, True-Bypass
Frequency Response
20Hz – 20kHz
Inputs
1 x XLR
Outputs
2 x XLR
Construction
14-Gauge Steel
Bundle Includes
Senor 20' XLR Microphone Cable, Zorro Sounds Instrument Polishing Cloth

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Passive true-bypass design requires no power and introduces zero signal coloration
  • Rugged 14-gauge steel construction withstands heavy stage use and foot traffic
  • Bundle includes a 20-foot XLR cable so it is ready to connect out of the box
  • Simple one-switch operation makes on-stage mic toggling fast and mistake-proof
  • Full 20Hz to 20kHz frequency response ensures no loss in audio quality

👎 Cons

  • Only one mic input, so it cannot switch between multiple microphones
  • Passive design means no LED indicator to show active signal state on a dark stage
  • Bundled polishing cloth and cable are basic accessories that may not match professional-grade alternatives
  • No latching or momentary mode selection — the switch operates in a single fixed mode

Frequently Asked Questions

It uses a passive, true-bypass audio circuit with a momentary or latching foot switch to route one XLR mic input between two XLR outputs, requiring no power source.
No. The DM1 is a completely passive device, so it needs no power supply, batteries, or phantom power to operate.
The bundle includes the Radial HotShot DM1 pedal, a Senor 20-foot XLR microphone cable, and a Zorro Sounds instrument polishing cloth.
No. The true-bypass design means the audio signal passes through without coloration or loss across the full 20Hz to 20kHz frequency range.
Yes. That is one of its primary uses — performers step on the pedal to toggle their mic on or off for stage talk, announcements, or between-song communication.

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