--- product_id: 6691945 title: "Passive Di direct box 1/4\" instrument to balanced & unbalanced XLR" brand: "yovus" price: "₩76536" currency: KRW in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Yovus" url: https://www.desertcart.kr/products/6691945-passive-di-direct-box-1-4-instrument-to-balanced-unbalanced store_origin: KR region: South Korea --- # 1/4" Hi-Z to LO-Z XLR conversion Pad switch with -20dB & -40dB attenuation Ground lift switch eliminates buzz Passive Di direct box 1/4" instrument to balanced & unbalanced XLR **Brand:** yovus **Price:** ₩76536 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎤 Elevate your sound game—no power, no buzz, all pro vibes! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Passive Di direct box 1/4" instrument to balanced & unbalanced XLR by yovus - **How much does it cost?** ₩76536 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/6691945-passive-di-direct-box-1-4-instrument-to-balanced-unbalanced) ## Best For - yovus enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted yovus brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Rugged Metal Build:** Heavy-duty metal enclosure with rubber feet guarantees durability and stability for the road warrior musician. - • **Buzz-Free Performance:** Ground lift switch cuts out annoying hum and electrical interference, ensuring crystal-clear audio every time. - • **Dynamic Level Control:** Dual pad settings (-20dB and -40dB) tame hot signals without compromising tone—perfect for any instrument or setup. - • **Plug & Play Convenience:** No batteries or phantom power needed—just connect and perform with confidence, whether you’re on stage or in the studio. - • **Seamless Signal Conversion:** Effortlessly convert your instrument’s high-impedance output to a balanced low-impedance signal for pristine stage and studio sound. ## Overview The Yovus DB-01 Passive Direct Box converts high-impedance 1/4" instrument signals to balanced low-impedance XLR outputs without requiring power. Featuring a ground lift switch to eliminate hum and dual pad settings for signal attenuation, it’s built with a sturdy metal chassis and designed for reliable, professional use by guitarists, keyboardists, and bassists seeking clean, interference-free audio on stage or in the studio. ## Description DB-01 PASSIVE DIRECT BOX. Convert your HI-Z 1/4" signal to LO-Z XLR. You do not need a battery or phantom power for this direct box. Great for Keyboardists, Acoustic & Electric Guitarists, Bassists, and other instrumentalists needing to plug into the snake on stage. Includes ground lift switch and 2 levels of padding. 1/4" input XLR and 1/4" output Ground Lift Button Pad Switch (-20dB and -40dB) Heavy Duty Metal Construction Rubber Feet Review: Solid cheap box - I’m not a pro, I don’t buy pro gear, I generally try to get the most bang for my buck especially with recording equipment. I can’t compare this to other more expensive DI boxes because my only other piece of gear that comes close to this is my sans amp bass driver and I only use that with my live rig. What I can say about this box is that it works like a champ! It’s quiet, it feels pretty tough, and the connections are solid. The 1/4 jacks are plastic and mounted to the board but I’m not worried about them in the long run because this box can be easily replaced. Review: Better than I expected for the money - First off, let me say this is a low cost Chinese made passive DI. If you are expecting Countryman or Radial, you're in the wrong listing. However, having said this, this is a very good unit in its class. I've been a professional theatre sound guy for over 20 years and bought one of these for a light-duty additional to my personal inventory. PROS: Heavy, well fitted, sturdy metal housing, with screw assembly (you CAN get inside!) Transformer isolated, appears to be the proper impedance conversion Paralleled 1/4" jacks (means you can link out to an instrument amp, or Y both stereo channels together) Simple switched resistive attenuator to allow level correction Ground Lift switch CONS: Cheap plastic jacks - not sure how well they'll stand up Jacks are mounted directly to internal PC board - may be a pain to replace All in all, hard to beat for the money for light or intermittent use. ## Features - Passive Direct Box - 1/4" in and through jacks - XLR output - Pad switch to soften "hot" sources - Ground lift helps to elimiate buzz caused by electrical grounding issues ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B009AARY2I | | Amplifier Type | Passive | | Audio Output Mode | Balanced | | Best Sellers Rank | #8,341 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #16 in Recording Signal Direct Boxes | | Brand | Yovus | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Guitar, Keyboard | | Connector Type | XLR | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 719 Reviews | | Enclosure Material | Metal | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 2"D x 6.5"W x 3.5"H | | Item Weight | 14.08 ounces | | Material | Metal | | Mfr Part Number | 220-000DB-01 | | Model Name | DB-1 | | Model Number | DB-01 | | Number of Bands | 2 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Output Channel Quantity | 1 | | Power Source | No Power Required | | Product Dimensions | 2"D x 6.5"W x 3.5"H | | Sound Profile | Same as input signal | | UPC | 817375013098 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Yovus - **Color:** Black - **Compatible Devices:** Guitar, Keyboard - **Material:** Metal - **Product Dimensions:** 2"D x 6.5"W x 3.5"H ## Images ![Passive Di direct box 1/4" instrument to balanced & unbalanced XLR - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61-9FKMaVqL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: is there a transformer inside this box? does it have a direct throughput?** A: Yes it has a transformer. That is what converts from hi to low impedance. It is kind of like a gear box for mechanical things. **Q: Is there any documentation for this available anywhere ?** A: Not really. It’s a simple device. It converts a 1/4 inch cable to an xlr signal. What other information do you need? **Q: The product photos are for a completely different product than what is described, right?** A: You are correct --- this [photo] is not the product I bought... **Q: I have an acoustic guitar with a passive pickup that is way to low in volume going into my kustom pa50 mini pa. will this give me lots more volume?** A: I don't think it will add volume to your acoustic. This really is not a preamp, but rather a simple box to allow you to plug in a phone type of jack input as on most guitar cables into this box and then use a XLR type of cable as on most microphone cables as an output into your PA system. There are similar products that are "active" "Direct Boxes" that offer the feature of a preamp...they will give you the boost you are looking for from your passive pickup. Do a search regarding "acoustic guitar preamp/DI Box." ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Solid cheap box *by M***L on February 1, 2020* I’m not a pro, I don’t buy pro gear, I generally try to get the most bang for my buck especially with recording equipment. I can’t compare this to other more expensive DI boxes because my only other piece of gear that comes close to this is my sans amp bass driver and I only use that with my live rig. What I can say about this box is that it works like a champ! It’s quiet, it feels pretty tough, and the connections are solid. The 1/4 jacks are plastic and mounted to the board but I’m not worried about them in the long run because this box can be easily replaced. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Better than I expected for the money *by K***R on September 18, 2017* First off, let me say this is a low cost Chinese made passive DI. If you are expecting Countryman or Radial, you're in the wrong listing. However, having said this, this is a very good unit in its class. I've been a professional theatre sound guy for over 20 years and bought one of these for a light-duty additional to my personal inventory. PROS: Heavy, well fitted, sturdy metal housing, with screw assembly (you CAN get inside!) Transformer isolated, appears to be the proper impedance conversion Paralleled 1/4" jacks (means you can link out to an instrument amp, or Y both stereo channels together) Simple switched resistive attenuator to allow level correction Ground Lift switch CONS: Cheap plastic jacks - not sure how well they'll stand up Jacks are mounted directly to internal PC board - may be a pain to replace All in all, hard to beat for the money for light or intermittent use. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bought a few and they have been reliable... *by R***6 on August 6, 2026* This is your ultra-budget choice. I tried the *really* budget Pyle ones (which were on sale as low as $13 at one point) and the QC issues were grotesque...some were even screen printed backwards. These (while having the same form factor, and possibly sharing the same casing) have always been reliable and i have bought a few. I have not viewed the internals of these but believe them to be different than the others as well just based off sound quality. As a sound guy for multiple bands...These are the ones that I will "donate" to my regular musicians/bands that need them (Yes, i pass the responsibility to bring them on to the musician...i got plenty of my own to keep track of and bring...) My regular DI is the Donner. I have a bunch of those and they have found a home in my gig box as the goto...just given the size...those things are tiny in comparison to most and i can fit a bunch and they have never failed me...these ones have not failed me either, but i wish they put that tech into a smaller package. ## Frequently Bought Together - Passive Di direct box 1/4" instrument to balanced & unbalanced XLR - GearIT 20ft, 6-Pack XLR Male to Female Mic Cable, 3-Pin Balanced Shielded, Black, for Mic Mixer, Recording Studio, Podcast - AuxLink XLR Cables, XLR Microphone Cable 25 ft 6 Pack, Gold-Plated 3-pin XLR Speaker Cable Male to Female Balanced Mic Cable --- ## 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/6691945-passive-di-direct-box-1-4-instrument-to-balanced-unbalanced](https://www.desertcart.kr/products/6691945-passive-di-direct-box-1-4-instrument-to-balanced-unbalanced) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Korea* *Store origin: KR* *Last updated: 2026-09-02*