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product_id: 73581922
title: "Mackie MDB Series Active Direct Box (MDB-1A)"
brand: "mackie"
price: "€ 199.55"
currency: EUR
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category: "Mackie"
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# Powered by 48V phantom power High-impedance 1/4" input for active instruments Balanced XLR output with ground lift Mackie MDB Series Active Direct Box (MDB-1A)

**Brand:** mackie
**Price:** € 199.55
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎛️ Elevate your sound game with Mackie’s pro-grade active DI box!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Mackie MDB Series Active Direct Box (MDB-1A) by mackie
- **How much does it cost?** € 199.55 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- mackie enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted mackie brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Stereo to Mono Magic:** Merge switch effortlessly sums stereo sources into a pristine mono output.
- • **Ultimate Noise Control:** Ground lift and low cut switches eliminate hum and unwanted rumble for studio-grade clarity.
- • **Seamless Pro Integration:** Balanced XLR output ensures flawless connectivity with professional audio gear.
- • **Phantom Power Convenience:** Powered directly via 48V phantom power—no extra batteries or adapters needed.
- • **Crystal-Clear Signal Integrity:** Experience distortion-free, high-headroom audio for your active guitars and basses.

## Overview

The Mackie MDB-1A Active Direct Box is engineered for active instruments, delivering high-impedance input and distortion-free performance. Featuring a balanced XLR output with ground lift, low cut, and polarity switches, plus a merge function to sum stereo sources to mono. Powered by 48V phantom power, it integrates seamlessly into professional audio setups, ensuring pristine signal quality and noise reduction.

## Description

Great for active instruments like guitars and basses with active pickups and preamps, the MDB-1A active DI features increased headroom and distortion-free operation. Featuring a 1/4" high-impedance input and thru with -20dB pad plus a merge switch that turns the thru jack into a second input, perfect for summing a stereo source to a mono output. The balanced XLR output features switches for polarity, low cut, and ground lift. For maximum convenience, the MDB-1A is powered by 48V phantom power.

## Features

- High-impedance 1/4" input with Thru output
- Balanced XLR output with ground lift
- Low cut and polarity switches
- Merge switch allows connection of stereo sources which are then summed to mono at the output
- Powered via 48V phantom power

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B079C8PBXR |
| Audio Input | XLR, Auxiliary |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,027 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #4 in Recording Signal Direct Boxes |
| Brand Name | Mackie |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop, Laptop, Professional Audio Equipment, Projector, Television |
| Connectivity Technology | XLR |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (62) |
| Frequency Response | 20 KHz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00663961054002 |
| Impedance | 10000 ohm |
| Item Type Name | Signal Direct Box |
| Item Weight | 12.8 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Loud Technologies, Inc. |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 2049173-00 |
| Maximum Sample Rate | 48 KHz |
| Model Number | MDB-1A |
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Operating System | Android, Linux, Windows, iOS, macOS |
| UPC | 663961054002 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | 1-year all inclusive, nontransferable. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Mackie
- **Compatible Devices:** Desktop, Laptop, Professional Audio Equipment, Projector, Television
- **Connectivity Technology:** XLR
- **Frequency Response:** 20 KHz
- **Number of Channels:** 1

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

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*Last updated: 2026-10-10*