United Studio Tech Vintage Direct Box
Vintage Style Large Transformer Direct Box
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SKU: 11002306
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Product Description
United’s Vintage Direct bridges the gap between classic tape era sound and modern recording precision. Designed for the most discerning engineers, it delivers unparalleled audio quality thanks to its massive transformer and meticulous circuitry. Every component has been chosen to preserve the purity of your signal, avoiding the tone degradation found in lesser DI boxes.
Inspired by legendary early DI designs such as the Wolfbox and Bruce Swedien’s Bass Box, the Vintage Direct employs a custom large core United transformer for exceptional clarity, low noise, and superior headroom. Unlike typical passive DIs, it eliminates unnecessary components that could degrade tone, ensuring the cleanest, most authentic signal possible.
Housed in a rugged yet refined aluminium chassis, the Vintage Direct is built for both the road and the studio, with recessed controls for added protection. With flexible output settings and audiophile grade components, this is not just another DI box.
Key Features:
- Custom Large Core United Transformer:
Based on classic designs, this high nickel transformer delivers pristine sound, superior headroom, and exceptional noise rejection. - Pure Signal Path:
No tone robbing resistor pads or filters, just a direct connection from the source to the transformer for maximum clarity. - Studio & Stage Ready Build:
Robust aluminium construction, recessed front panel, and removable feet ensure durability and versatility.
Inspired by the Classics:
The Vintage Direct takes its inspiration from the earliest hand wired DI boxes, such as the Wolfbox and Bruce Swedien’s Bass Box. These original designs used large transformers from industry pioneers like Triad and UTC. United meticulously studied and refined this approach, creating the US made 5078 transformer, a high nickel, large core masterpiece engineered to capture every nuance of your instrument.
Uncompromising Component Quality:
Unlike typical DI boxes that rely on smaller, unshielded transformers and tone altering resistor pads, the Vintage Direct removes all unnecessary components from the signal path. Output level adjustments are made via transformer taps rather than resistive networks, preserving sonic integrity. Additionally, precision PRP resistors, made in the USA and used in NASA grade equipment, further ensure the highest fidelity.
Designed for Professionals:
With a robust yet refined aluminium chassis, the Vintage Direct is built to withstand the rigours of touring while maintaining a sleek look for professional studios. Its recessed front panel design prevents accidental damage, and removable feet provide flexible mounting options. Whether on stage or in the studio, this DI box is engineered to perform flawlessly in any environment.
Specifications:
- Input Impedance: 80k Ω (unbalanced)
- Output Impedance: 50 250 Ω, depending on setting (balanced)
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz 20 kHz, +/ 0.5 dB
- Maximum Recommended Input Level: +10 dB or lower
- Output Gain Levels: -42, - 38, - 34, - 30, - 26, - 22 dB
- Auxiliary Controls: Phase Inverse, Ground Lift
- Dimensions:
Height (with feet): 52 mm / 2”
Height (without feet): 46 mm / 1.8”
Width: 149 mm / 5.86”
Depth: 155 mm / 6.1”
Weight: 0.95kg / 2.1 lbs