Description
The Radial JDX Direct-Drive is a unique and powerful device that emulates the sound of a guitar amplifier while doubling as a direct box, providing a realistic amp sound that allows you to play a gig without needing an amp on stage.
- Guitar amp simulator for pedalboards
- Eliminates need to bring an amp to the gig
- 4 x 12 half-stack & open back combo tones
- Employs Radial’s popular JDX tone shaping
Classic amp tones in a compact pedal
The Direct-Drive is an amp simulator designed for your pedalboard, providing a realistic amp tone that can be connected directly to the PA system. Three amplifier voicing options are provided: the first is the popular JDX tone which simulates the sound of an SM57 microphone on a 4×12 cabinet. The second setting is similar in character to a British tube head amplifier, while the remaining tone is modeled after a clean twin combo amp. With three classic voicings available, the Direct-Drive provides a natural amp tone through the PA system and consistency from night to night.
In many ways, printing out the specifications of the JDX Direct-Drive is a moot point. The Radial JDX Direct-Drive has been designed to ‘sound good’ by emulating the sonic character of iconic guitar amps. In other words, the Direct-Drive sound has absolutely nothing to do with a ‘flat frequency response’ or the typical specifications that engineers will consider. It is, in fact, the opposite. We have however taken the time to minimize distortion so that the Direct-Drive delivers the signal correctly without introducing noise. We also felt it worthwhile to show you the resulting EQ curves so you can get a first-hand view of how we will ruin your sound! Have fun!
| Specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Audio circuit type: | Class-A BiFET input buffer with electronic frequency shaping circuitry | |
| Frequency response: | Shaped for guitar use | |
| Dynamic range: | 83dB to 100dB | |
| Clip Level: | > +5dBu | |
| Intermodulation Distortion: | >0.1 @ -15dBu Out | |
| Output Impedance: | 600 Ohms (XLR) 100 Ohms (1/4″) | |
| Noise: | -78dBU | |
| Maximum Input: | > +5dBu | |
| Features | ||
| 180° polarity reverse, Ground lift, Speaker filter | ||
| Input Connectors: | 1/4″ | |
| Output Connectors: | 1/4″ thru and amp tone output, XLR | |
| Extras: | Always on Tuner Output | |
| General | ||
| Construction: | 14-gauge steel chassis and outer shell | |
| Size (L x W x D): | 4.75″ x 3.625″ x 2″ (121 x 92 x 51mm) | |
| Shipping weight: | 1.6 lbs. (.7 kg) | |
| Power: | 40mA, 9VDC (center pin negative) | |
| Conditions: | For use in dry locations only between 5°C and 40°C | |
| Warranty: | Radial 3-year, transferable | |
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