| Management number | 238036164 | Release Date | 2026/07/11 | List Price | US$104.00 | Model Number | 238036164 | ||
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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. Unlike a typical direct box that merely transfers the sound of the pedals to the PA, the Direct-Drive simulates the tone and feel of a real guitar amp, producing a much more realistic sound. In other words, with the Direct-Drive on your pedalboard, you can do a gig without carrying an amp to the club.<br><br>The design begins with a traditional .25 in. guitar input and passive thru-put to feed a stage amp. This is then followed by a dedicated tuner output that is buffered in order to eliminate loading on the pickup or noise from the quartz clock. The guitar signal is then passed through a series of carefully sculpted filters to create Radial’s signature JDX tone. This is modeled after the sound of a Shure SM57™ in front of a Marshall™ 4x12 cabinet. The Direct-Drive goes further with two more voicing settings: the first adds a vintage Marshall tube head character to the signal path while the second delivers a tone reminiscent of an early Fender Twin. The two amp tones can be further tailored using a presence switch for extra sparkle. The guitar signal exits the Direct-Drive via either a 1/4" guitar-level output or via a balanced XLR to feed the PA. The direct box output is outfitted with a 180° polarity reverse switch to help phase-align monitors with the stage amp along with a ground lift switch to help eliminate hum and buzz caused by ground loops. The Direct-Drive may be powered using a standard 9V power supply or typical pedalboard power brick.<br><br>As with all Radial products, the Direct-Drive is made to handle the rigors of professional touring with 14-gauge steel throughout. This not only helps prevent damage to the internal PCB, it also reduces susceptibility to noise from external magnetic fields.
| Brand | Radial Engineering |
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| Power type | Manual |
| Digital/analog | Analog |
| Inputs/Outputs | Traditional guitar input and passive thru-put to feed a stage amp, dedicated tuner output, guitar-level output, balanced XLR output |
| Features | Reverse, Magnetic, Clock, Internal, Realistic, Standard, Eliminates Noise |
| Color | Multicolor |
| Dimensions | 6.35 x 4.10 x 2.90 in |
| Weight | 1.67 lb |
| Has written warranty | No |
| Material | Check product label for specific material details. |
| Volts | 9 V |
| Model | R800 1404 |
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