Radial Firefly Tube DI, 2-inputs, class-A,12AX7 tube drive, transformer isolated output

Vendor: Radial
Description Radial Firefly Tube DI, 2-inputs, class-A,12AX7 tube drive, transformer isolated output High Output Vacuum Tube DI Box The Radial Firefly is a studio quality direct box designed as the product of the combination of...
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Radial Firefly Tube DI, 2-inputs, class-A,12AX7 tube drive, transformer isolated output

High Output Vacuum Tube DI Box

The Radial Firefly is a studio quality direct box designed as the product of the combination of detail and clarity of an active DI with a tube drive circuit capable of providing a vintage warmth and pleasing harmonics to any instrument.

When examining the specifications, it is vital that one should differentiate between products that are designed to provide accuracy compare to those that is designed to enthral and color. The Radial Firefly is designed to color and enthral. That means that, the specifications are normally used to qualify ‘accuracy’ have been removed leaving those that are still relevant such as noise. It is also important to consider that tubes are inherently noisy versus the solid state devices, so in terms of this matters, the specs may only seems to be less than ideal. But keep in mind that tubes is capable of bringing a sonic character that will surely exciting. With the Radial Firefly, in order to appreciate, one must really listen.

Fatten up your DI tracks

The Firefly's drive circuit utilizes a 12AX7 vacuum tube, which is the most popular tube made today and can be found in nearly all guitar amplifier designs. This helps provide the character and feel of a vintage device, while still maintaining low distortion and noise profiles common to modern pro audio equipment. The Firefly excels when used on instruments that sound too clinical or one dimensional when recorded directly, adding punch and warmth to bass or guitar tracks both on stage and in the recording studio.

Features

  • 12AX7 tube drive and class-A front end
  • Dual inputs with separate gain & remote switching
  • Drag control load correction for optimal tone
  • Variable output connects directly to a PA
Specifications
Audio circuit type: 100% discrete class-A FET with tube drive
Number of channels: 1 with A/B input select
Frequency response: 20Hz ~ 20kHz
Dynamic range: >100dB
Gain: 20dB (Maximum)
Total harmonic distortion: 0.15% from 20Hz ~ 20kHz
Intermodulation Distortion: 0.3%
Input Impedance: Drag Off: 3.9 Meg-Ohm | Drag On: Variable 22k ~ 500k
Output Impedance: 150Ω
Equivalent Input Noise: -101dB
Noise: -98dB at unity gain
Maximum Input: Variable from -12dB ~ +20dB
Features
180° polarity reverse, Ground lift, HPF, Drag Control, Level Control, Phase Adjustment, Effects Loop, Remote Footswitch, Boost
Input Connectors: 1/4" Hi-Z, 1/4" TRS Insert
Output Connectors: XLR, 1/4"
General
Construction: 14-gauge steel
Size (L x W x D): 5.75" x 8.25" x 1.75" (2.75" with handle) 146mm x 210mm x 45mm (70mm with handle)
Weight: 3.95lbs. (1.80kg)
Power: 5-pin XLR, +/-16V & 48V, 1600mA
Conditions: For use in dry locations only between 5°C and 40°C
Warranty: Radial 3-year, transferable