Behringer Ultra-DI DI100|1-Channel Active Instrument/Microphone DI Box
An active DI box that performs well on stage and in the studio
The Behringer Ultra-DI DI100 is Behringer’s active DI box. It uses an OT-1 transformer design, supports phantom power or battery power, and can handle speaker outputs up to 3,000W as well as input attenuation requirements up to +50dB. For guitars, basses, keyboards, and other unbalanced signal sources, the DI100’s core job is to convert the signal into a low-noise, balanced format suitable for sending to a mixer or stage sound system.
Compared with the traditional method of connecting an instrument directly to a mixer via an unbalanced line, the Behringer Ultra-DI DI100 uses impedance matching, balanced signal output, Ground Lift, and switchable Pad / Attenuator design to more effectively reduce noise, hum, and ground-loop issues during long-distance transmission; compared with entry-level passive DIs in the same price range, the DI100 offers more complete power-supply flexibility, input tolerance, and stage adaptability.
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Behringer Ultra-DI DI100 core technologies and features
- 1-channel active DI design: Converts unbalanced, high-impedance signals from guitars, basses, keyboards, and more into balanced, low-impedance signals suitable for mixers, stage snakes, and recording systems.
- OT-1 transformer architecture: Features an ultra-flat frequency response that helps preserve the original instrument tone and reduces unnecessary coloration and frequency loss.
- Impedance and signal matching: Allows instruments to connect directly to mixers and amplification systems, improving volume stability, tone fullness, and noise performance compared with direct hard-wired connections.
- Switchable pad / attenuator: Built-in input attenuation lets the DI100 handle input levels up to +50dB, making it easier to manage high-output sources.
- Direct speaker-output connection: Supports direct connection to speaker outputs up to 3,000W, ideal for stage workflows that need to take a signal from a guitar amp or power amp.
- Ground Lift switch: Effectively eliminates hum and noise caused by common ground loops, especially useful for live performance and complex power environments.
- Dual power system: Supports phantom power and 9V battery operation; when phantom power is enabled, the internal battery is automatically disabled for added convenience.
- TRS and gold-plated XLR connectors: Ensures stable connections on both the instrument side and balanced output side, suitable for standard stage and studio cabling setups.
- Durable aluminum chassis: Uses a touring-friendly aluminum enclosure that balances weight and structural strength for daily transport and stage use.
- Stackable large rubber corners: Improves placement stability and impact protection, making it more convenient for side-by-side DI setups, storage, and transport.
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