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The PDI double-shielded D.I. box provides increased protection against noise and interference. Features 1/4" high impedance from instrument wired in the panel. Makes no difference which is used for input or output. 1/4" high impedance goes to your amp when input/output is used as a loop.

Balanced and floating low-impedance XLR goes to your workstation or mixing console, and ignores +48V phantom power. The Lift mode severs ground connection between the input and the XLR output and ground remains connected in GND mode.
Livewire PDI Double-Shielded Heavy-Duty Passive Direct Box
Livewire PDI Double-Shielded Heavy-Duty Passive Direct Box
Livewire PDI Double-Shielded Heavy-Duty Passive Direct Box

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  • 1/4" high-impedance input and output
  • Balanced XLR output
  • Ground lift switch
  • Double shielded to reduce interference
  • Heavy-duty, all-steel chassis
  • Rubber skid pad

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Weight: 1-1/4 lb.

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4.91

34 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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  1. Performances23
  2. Home Studio19
  3. Outdoor Events / Games18
  4. Amateur Recording15
  5. Professional Recording11
Cons
  1. Limited Functions1
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  1. Experienced16
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  3. Novice4
Pros
  1. Easy To Use29
  2. Good Audio27
  3. Professional Functions14
  4. Versatile11
  5. Good Power Output5

Reviewed by 34 customers

  • Simple, high-quality DI box

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted4 months ago

    byLuis

    fromNYC

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    This is a simple and great tool to use when either recording or providing a clean signal back into my amp's FX return.

  • Great Sale Price!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted5 months ago

    bySteve

    fromNorthern Wisconsin

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    This was a Deal of the Day item I couldn not pass up. Professional grade construction, always handy to have Livewire PDI Box. The double shielding ensures a crisp, clean, clear signal, and the heavy-duty construction keeps up with our daily, on the road use. I know these last, so the purchase was a no-brainer.

  • Good price, great gear

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted5 months ago

    byJohn

    fromWilton CA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Use for bands in my studio.

  • They do the job just fine

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byGG

    fromColorado

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I use with my synthesizer

  • I would definitely buy this again!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byMechack

    fromFredericksburg, VA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I mainly use this product for small events and it works perfectly fine. I'd recommend it to all my musicians who are just starting out and don't want to spend too much money.

  • Yes

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byJunior

    fromMartinez CA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Great useful device especially for stage sound and instrument connection. Helps a lot with stage noise. Could not find anything negative about it.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted3 months ago

    asked byNate W

    fromOak Harbor, OH

    Dimensions, please?

    Dimensions, please?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Length: 7 inches Width: 6.85 inches Height: 2 inches Weight: Approximately 1.15 pounds

  • submitted4 months ago

    asked byBob

    fromBradenton, Fla

    I have a Roland TD-10 V Drum kit. When using the 1/4" Mono Out jack to my mixer, the sound is extremely distorted. Would this DI help solve that issue using the XLR connection to the mixer instead?

    I have a Roland TD-10 V Drum kit. When using the 1/4" Mono Out jack to my mixer, the sound is extremely distorted. Would this DI help solve that issue using the XLR connection to the mixer instead?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, a DI (Direct Injection) box could potentially solve your distortion issue—but it depends on the cause of the distortion. Let's break it down: Possible Causes of the Distortion: Impedance or level mismatch between the TD-10's 1/4" output and the mixer's input. Overdriving the mixer's input by sending it a line-level signal into a mic-level input. Cable or jack issues (e.g., bad cable, loose jack). Output gain on the TD-10 is set too high. What a DI Box Does: A passive or active DI box typically: Converts an unbalanced, high-impedance 1/4" signal into a balanced, low-impedance XLR signal. Attenuates signal level (some have pads: –15dB, –20dB, etc.). Isolates ground to prevent hum/buzz from ground loops. So if the distortion is caused by level mismatch or impedance, then yes, a DI box can help. What You Can Try First: Before buying anything: Turn down the master volume or output level on the TD-10. Make sure you're plugging into a line-level input on the mixer, not a mic input. Try both mono L/Mono and stereo L/R 1/4" outputs to test for a bad jack. When to Use a DI Box: Use a DI if: Your mixer only has XLR mic inputs available. You’re running a long cable (XLR avoids interference better). The distortion persists even at low TD-10 volume into the mixer's line input.

  • submitted6 months ago

    asked byRusty

    fromRidgeville, SC

    When using a pedal tuner does the tuner go first and then into the DI box?

    When using a pedal tuner does the tuner go first and then into the DI box?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, it does.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byHangnHank

    fromEaston,PA

    What is the difference if GND is Lifted or Not on the PDI Direct Box? Noise/Interference?

    What is the difference if GND is Lifted or Not on the PDI Direct Box? Noise/Interference?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Ground lifting moves the signal from + to -. On way will hum more than the other.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byMax

    fromundisclosed

    How do I tell what position the ground lift switch is? for example do "I" equal "lifted"?

    How do I tell what position the ground lift switch is? for example do "I" equal "lifted"?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Livewire PDI - Yes.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byOzzie

    fromBellview, Fl.

    Do I place this after pedalboard and before amp?

    Do I place this after pedalboard and before amp?

    Open Reply - Gear-Adviser
    Yes.

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byKevin

    fromRoanoke AL

    Plugging the line out from a Fender acoustonic 30 into a JBL Ion 615. Do I need this device between them? Plugging a mike and a fender tele with Electro-Harmonix TONE TATTOO pedal and ditto digital repeater into acoustonic amp. Thanks

    Plugging the line out from a Fender acoustonic 30 into a JBL Ion 615. Do I need this device between them? Plugging a mike and a fender tele with Electro-Harmonix TONE TATTOO pedal and ditto digital repeater into acoustonic amp. Thanks

    Open Reply - Thomas
    No. Line out to line in. You've got it. Please give us a call if you would like some help 877 687 5403.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byMetalJoe

    fromSacramento, CA

    Can you insert this DI in between the amp and speaker cabinet so I get the full sound of the amp and effects exactly as comes out of the speaker?

    Can you insert this DI in between the amp and speaker cabinet so I get the full sound of the amp and effects exactly as comes out of the speaker?

    Open Reply - Charles
    You would not want to hook up a speaker cable to a DI box.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked bySidney

    fromIL

    Do you think the live wire is better than the whirlwind imp2?

    Do you think the live wire is better than the whirlwind imp2?

    Open Reply - Beau
    These two direct boxes would be very similar in quality. One would not be better than the other.