--- product_id: 5675255 title: "Whirlwind IMP Pad - 10 DB" brand: "whirlwind" price: "₩98232" currency: KRW in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 category: "Whirlwind" url: https://www.desertcart.kr/products/5675255-whirlwind-imp-pad-10-db store_origin: KR region: South Korea --- # 10dB precise attenuation Inline compact design Protects gear from distortion Whirlwind IMP Pad - 10 DB **Brand:** whirlwind **Price:** ₩98232 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎛️ Master your mix with flawless signal balance! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Whirlwind IMP Pad - 10 DB by whirlwind - **How much does it cost?** ₩98232 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.kr](https://www.desertcart.kr/products/5675255-whirlwind-imp-pad-10-db) ## Best For - whirlwind enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted whirlwind brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Gear-Safe Attenuation:** Protects sensitive mic preamps and active speakers from hot signals. - • **Perfect Signal Control:** Precisely reduces signal by 10dB to prevent overload and distortion. - • **Versatile Audio Toolkit:** Essential for matching levels across diverse recording and live sound setups. - • **Vintage-Grade Durability:** Rugged metal build inspired by classic pro audio gear ensures long-lasting reliability. - • **Seamless Inline Integration:** Compact inline design fits effortlessly between cables for hassle-free setup. ## Overview The Whirlwind IMP Pad 10dB is a compact inline attenuator that reduces audio signals by 10 decibels, preventing distortion and protecting sensitive audio equipment. Designed for seamless integration between cables, it offers vintage-grade durability and is a must-have for professional audio engineers and recording enthusiasts seeking precise signal control. ## Description The Whirlwind IMP Pad 10dB gives you the perfect amount of signal attenuation to effectively input a line signal into a mic pre or match levels between two pieces of gear. Attenuation is a critical part of recording and signal matching, ensuring that an overly "hot" signal won't hit the input of the device it's going into too hard. In short, attenuators are effective at avoiding unwanted distortion. An audio toolkit essential, the IMP Pad 10dB is also available in 20, 30, and 40dB attenuation versions. Take control of your signal with the Whirlwind IMP Pad 10dB. Whirlwind IMP Pad 10dB Attenuator Features: 10dB of attenuation Inline design Compact design The Whirlwind IMP Pad 10dB gives you the signal attenuation you Review: Safer as in-line between two cables - I got two of these to reduce the normal line output level of my DAC feeding apparently oversensitive active speaker inputs. The idea is to replace about 10dB of digital attenuation with these analog attenuators. These attenuators accomplish this objective. In close listening, there doesn't seem to be noticeable effect on the sound (my top priority). The actual attenuation achieved, which depends somewhat on the connected equipment, is reasonably close to 10dB. Also, these attenuators are well-made in plated metal like any Shure or Switchcraft item from the olden days would be. I had originally planned to plug these directly into my equipment. However, after trying it out I will avoid that configuration. The reason is that these extend out from the equipment 4.5 inches, which added to the 2.5 inches typical for an XLR connector, gets you 7 inches of moment arm subject to accidental striking or pressure. An accident like that could cause some pretty expensive damage to the connected equipment. It means that these attenuators are best employed in-line between two lengths of cable. Review: Did not survive phantom power - I record narrations with an SM58, Fethead, XVive Phantom power supply, the IMP, and a DR-10X. As long as the IMP was between the XVive and DR-10X, it gave -10dB reduction as it should. Several sites claim it passes phantom power, so I changed the order to SM58, Fethead, IMP, XVive, DR-10X. Thereafter, it absolutely throttles the signal, such that I had to turn the gain in the DR-10X up to HI to even get any level at all. Turns out, it's possible to attenuate the Fethead signal by simply turning the XVive down from 48v phantom to 12v. I'm quite disappointed in the IMP, especially since the return window closed Feb. 28th. Thankfully, it costs no more than a pizza and a pint. ## Features - 10dB Inline Attenuation Pad ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0006Q9ATK | | Best Sellers Rank | #42,293 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #80 in Microphone Preamps | | Body Material | Plastic | | Customer Reviews | 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars (16) | | Date First Available | November 27, 2000 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 2.4 ounces | | Item model number | IMPAD10 | | Product Dimensions | 5.05 x 3.55 x 0.95 inches | ## Images ![Whirlwind IMP Pad - 10 DB - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61dqi-jHpGL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Safer as in-line between two cables *by C***C on May 25, 2021* I got two of these to reduce the normal line output level of my DAC feeding apparently oversensitive active speaker inputs. The idea is to replace about 10dB of digital attenuation with these analog attenuators. These attenuators accomplish this objective. In close listening, there doesn't seem to be noticeable effect on the sound (my top priority). The actual attenuation achieved, which depends somewhat on the connected equipment, is reasonably close to 10dB. Also, these attenuators are well-made in plated metal like any Shure or Switchcraft item from the olden days would be. I had originally planned to plug these directly into my equipment. However, after trying it out I will avoid that configuration. The reason is that these extend out from the equipment 4.5 inches, which added to the 2.5 inches typical for an XLR connector, gets you 7 inches of moment arm subject to accidental striking or pressure. An accident like that could cause some pretty expensive damage to the connected equipment. It means that these attenuators are best employed in-line between two lengths of cable. ### ⭐ Did not survive phantom power *by C***G on March 21, 2024* I record narrations with an SM58, Fethead, XVive Phantom power supply, the IMP, and a DR-10X. As long as the IMP was between the XVive and DR-10X, it gave -10dB reduction as it should. Several sites claim it passes phantom power, so I changed the order to SM58, Fethead, IMP, XVive, DR-10X. Thereafter, it absolutely throttles the signal, such that I had to turn the gain in the DR-10X up to HI to even get any level at all. Turns out, it's possible to attenuate the Fethead signal by simply turning the XVive down from 48v phantom to 12v. I'm quite disappointed in the IMP, especially since the return window closed Feb. 28th. Thankfully, it costs no more than a pizza and a pint. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ quality product *by T***R on August 8, 2019* I use this to reduce the input on my yamaha s2000 integrated amp's xlr jacks. Works great , does not effect fidelity just reduces input by -10db --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.kr/products/5675255-whirlwind-imp-pad-10-db](https://www.desertcart.kr/products/5675255-whirlwind-imp-pad-10-db) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Korea* *Store origin: KR* *Last updated: 2026-04-25*