{"product_id":"hosa-pro-conex-sidekick-active-direct-box-dib-445","title":"Hosa Pro-Conex Sidekick Active Direct Box - DIB-445","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0206\/3676\/2212\/files\/hosa-logo.png?v=1559922811\" alt=\"hosa technology music accessories\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHosa Pro-Conex Sidekick Passive Active Box - DIB-445\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhantom Powered. Precision Engineered. The DIB-445 is the active model in the Hosa Pro-Conex Sidekick direct box series. Designed to convert high-impedance unbalanced signals into low-impedance balanced lines, the DIB-445 utilizes 48V Phantom Power to deliver an active, high-headroom signal path that is essential for driving long cable runs without frequency loss or introduced noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransparent Signal Integrity. The Sidekick series is engineered for transparency. With a near-perfect flat frequency response (20Hz–20kHz ±0.2dB) and Total Harmonic Distortion (THD+N) of less than 0.005%, it ensures that the natural character of your instrument reaches the console unaltered. The ultra-low noise floor (-95dBu) makes it an ideal choice for critical recording environments and DAW integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEssential Signal Management. As part of the rugged Pro-Conex sub-brand, the Sidekick DIB-445 is built for the stage and equipped with a comprehensive toolkit for troubleshooting. A selectable attenuation pad (0dB, -15dB, -30dB) allows you to interface with hot line-level sources, while the dedicated Ground Lift and Polarity Flip switches provide instant solutions for hum loops and phase cancellation issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive Circuitry: Powered by standard 48V Phantom Power to provide high input impedance buffering for passive guitars and basses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePristine Audio Specs: Delivers \u0026lt; 0.005% THD+N and a -95dBu noise floor for reference-grade signal clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Padding: Three-position switch (0dB, -15dB, -30dB) accommodates a wide range of source levels from vintage pickups to active keyboards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThru-Put Connectivity: Features a 1\/4\" Thru output for sending the unprocessed signal to a stage amplifier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhase \u0026amp; Noise Control: Dedicated Ground Lift and Polarity Flip switches allow for immediate correction of ground loops and phase issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcoustic Guitars: The high input impedance prevents the \"quack\" and thinness often associated with passive piezo pickups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassive Bass Guitars: Preserves the full low-end punch and top-end clarity without loading down the pickups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudio Recording: Delivers a pristine, low-noise direct signal perfect for re-amping or amp modeling plugins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage Instruments: The active buffering boosts low-level signals from vintage keyboards or guitars without adding noise.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeries: Sidekick\u003cbr\u003eModel: DIB-445\u003cbr\u003eCircuit Type: Active (Transformerless Balancing)\u003cbr\u003eFrequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz (±0.2dB)\u003cbr\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion (THD+N): \u0026lt; 0.005% @ 1kHz\u003cbr\u003eNoise Level: -95dBu (A-weighted)\u003cbr\u003eInputs: 1 x 1\/4\" TS (Unbalanced)\u003cbr\u003eOutputs: 1 x XLR3M (Balanced)\u003cbr\u003ePower Source: 48V Phantom Power\u003cbr\u003eSwitches: Ground Lift, Polarity Reverse, Pad\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hosa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48675606954234,"sku":"550102-445","price":99.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0206\/3676\/2212\/files\/550102-445-hosa-dib-445-pro-conex-sidekick-di-active-direct-box.png?v=1776206403","url":"https:\/\/aliensandstrangersmusic.com\/products\/hosa-pro-conex-sidekick-active-direct-box-dib-445","provider":"Aliens And Strangers Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}