{"product_id":"sb-1-acoustic-grad8001820","title":"Radial Engineering SB-1 Acoustic","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u0026lt;h1 style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;The StageBug\u0026amp;trade; SB-1 is an ultracompact, single-channel (mono)\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; active direct box with high audio performance, particularly suitable for acoustic guitars and passive basses. It is plug-and-play and easy to use, features \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;48V phantom power\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; (no batteries needed), a standard \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;¼'' jack input\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;, a \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;balanced XLR output\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;, a \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;-15dB attenuation pad\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;, \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;ground lift\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;, and a 180\u0026amp;deg; phase inversion switch.\u0026lt;\/h1\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;img alt=\"StageBug™ SB-1 is an ultracompact, mono active direct box with high audio performance, suitable for acoustic guitars and passive basses. It is plug-and-play and easy to use, features 48V phantom power (no batteries needed), a standard ¼'' jack input, a balanced XLR output, and a -15dB attenuation pad.\" src=\"\/images\/uploads\/\/StageBugSB1_1200x630_01.jpg\" title=\"StageBug™ SB-1 is an ultracompact, mono active direct box with high audio performance, suitable for acoustic guitars and passive basses. It is plug-and-play and easy to use, features 48V phantom power (no batteries needed), a standard ¼'' jack input, a balanced XLR output, and a -15dB attenuation pad.\" \/\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Key Features\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul style=\"margin-left: 17px;\"\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Active direct box for acoustic guitars and basses with passive electronics\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Ultracompact design, fits easily into a guitar case\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Easy-to-use plug-and-play functionality\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;48V phantom power, no batteries needed\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u0026gt;The Radial \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;SB-1 Acoustic\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; is a high-performance active direct box designed for musicians on the go. Built to fit inside a guitar case, the \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;SB-1\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; is the smallest DI box Radial has ever made. Despite its size, this ultracompact \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;StageBug\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; sounds absolutely fantastic! The device features a standard ¼” instrument input and a thru-put output to power your tuner or on-stage amplifier. The ultra-quiet active circuit immediately converts the high-impedance signal to low-impedance, reducing susceptibility to noise. The signal is then buffered and balanced for long cable runs to the PA system. The 48-volt phantom power provides the necessary operating power: the \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;SB-1\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; requires no batteries or external power. Simply connect your instrument to the device and to the PA, and you're ready to play!\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;img alt=\"The active circuit features an 800k ohm input impedance carefully selected to eliminate loading issues, while providing the audio system with a clear and crisp sound.\" src=\"\/images\/uploads\/\/StageBugSB1_1200x630_02.jpg\" title=\"The active circuit features an 800k ohm input impedance carefully selected to eliminate loading issues, while providing the audio system with a clear and crisp sound.\" \/\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u0026gt;The active circuit features an 800k ohm input impedance carefully selected to eliminate loading issues, while providing the audio system with a clear and crisp sound. This provides greater top-end brilliance when interfaced with vintage guitars that have low-output pickups, and is particularly useful for recording or reamping. The \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;SB-1\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; also features a -15dB pad that reduces input sensitivity, correctly handling even the most powerful active instruments: this makes the \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;SB-1\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; perfectly suited for electric basses and keyboards. To reduce feedback, you can activate the 180\u0026amp;deg; polarity switch, which helps eliminate on-stage hot-spots that could cause low-frequency resonance.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;hr \/\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;StageBug SB-1\u0026amp;trade; - Applications\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h2\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Live with an acoustic guitar\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align:justify\"\u0026gt;The StageBug SB-1 is plug-and-play and easy to use. Plug it in, and it will automatically convert the instrument's Hi-Z signal to a balanced Lo-Z for use with long cables.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\"col-md-6 col-sm-12\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;img alt=\"The StageBug SB-1 is plug-and-play and easy to use. Plug it in, and it will automatically convert the instrument's Hi-Z signal to a balanced Lo-Z for use with long cables.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.algameko.com\/images\/uploads\/sb1-app-acoustic.jpg\" title=\"The StageBug SB-1 is plug-and-play and easy to use. Plug it in, and it will automatically convert the instrument's Hi-Z signal to a balanced Lo-Z for use with long cables.\" \/\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Direct recording with a bass\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align:justify\"\u0026gt;Record your bass directly using the StageBug SB-1, which will improve the tone by reducing noise and correctly matching the instrument's impedance.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\"col-md-6 col-sm-12\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;img alt=\"Record your bass directly using the StageBug SB-1, which will improve the tone by reducing noise and correctly matching the instrument's impedance.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.algameko.com\/images\/uploads\/sb1-app-bass.jpg\" title=\"Record your bass directly using the StageBug SB-1, which will improve the tone by reducing noise and correctly matching the instrument's impedance.\" \/\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Adding an amplifier or tuner\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align:justify\"\u0026gt;Use the SB-1's thru-output to send the signal to your amplifier on stage. Try adding pedals after the SB-1 to color your sound on stage, while keeping the PA signal clean.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\"col-md-6 col-sm-12\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;img alt=\"Use the SB-1's thru-output to send the signal to your amplifier on stage. Try adding pedals after the SB-1 to color your sound on stage, while keeping the PA signal clean.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.algameko.com\/images\/uploads\/sb1-app-bass-amp.jpg\" title=\"Use the SB-1's thru-output to send the signal to your amplifier on stage. Try adding pedals after the SB-1 to color your sound on stage, while keeping the PA signal clean.\" \/\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;hr \/\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Using the StageBug SB-1\u0026amp;trade;\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h2\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align:justify\"\u0026gt;The Radial StageBug SB-1 is designed for plug-and-play use. Below we describe how to connect and get the most out of the SB-1.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Overview\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align:justify\"\u0026gt;The SB-1 direct box is specifically designed for instruments with active pickups and battery-powered preamplifiers, such as acoustic guitars and active basses. The SB-1 provides active instruments with a more detailed high-end and greater brilliance than passive direct boxes, offering the ability to hear the full acoustic quality through a PA or recording system.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Connections\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align:justify\"\u0026gt;Before making connections, always zero the audio levels or switch off the PA system to eliminate power-on transients that can damage sensitive components such as tweeters. The SB-1 is powered by +48V phantom power generated by your mixer. A red LED next to the XLR jack indicates when the SB-1 is powered. After connecting the SB-1, check the phantom power LED. If it's illuminated, you can play. If the red LED is not illuminated, turn on the phantom power on your mixer.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align:justify\"\u0026gt;Connect your guitar to the SB-1 input using a standard ¼\" instrument cable. Connect the XLR output from the SB-1 to the PA or recording system with a standard XLR cable. Start with a low-volume test to have a safety margin in case of incorrect connections.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;img alt=\"Connect your guitar to the SB-1 input using a standard ¼\\\" instrument cable. Connect the XLR output from the SB-1 to the PA or recording system with a standard XLR cable. Start with a low-volume test to have a safety margin in case of incorrect connections.\" src=\"\/images\/uploads\/\/Radial5_c508.jpg\" title=\"Connect your guitar to the SB-1 input using a standard ¼\\\" instrument cable. Connect the XLR output from the SB-1 to the PA or recording system with a standard XLR cable. Start with a low-volume test to have a safety margin in case of incorrect connections.\" \/\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Adding a Tuner or Guitar Amplifier\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align:justify\"\u0026gt;The SB-1 features a TUNER output that allows you to connect a tuner for quick on-stage tuning. You can also use this output to power a stage amplifier: you'll have your sound on stage and can use the XLR output to power the PA system.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align:justify\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;img alt=\"The SB-1 features a TUNER output that allows you to connect a tuner for quick on-stage tuning. You can also use this output to power a stage amplifier: you'll have your sound on stage and can use the XLR output to power the PA system.\" src=\"\/img\/media\/images\/html\/Radial6_9f35.jpg\" title=\"The SB-1 features a TUNER output that allows you to connect a tuner for quick on-stage tuning. You can also use this output to power a stage amplifier: you'll have your sound on stage and can use the XLR output to power the PA system.\" \/\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Using the Ground Lift\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u0026gt;Connecting an on-stage amplifier to a StageBug DI can result in noise and hum caused by ground loops. The SB-1 features a Ground Lift switch to address this common issue. If you experience noise, try using the side GND LIFT switch. The switch is recessed to prevent accidental bumping. Use a small screwdriver or pencil to activate the switch. If the interference persists, connect the AC power of your stage amplifier to the same power strip as the PA: this way, all grounds are together, making it easier to eliminate ground loops.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;img alt=\"The SB-1 features a Ground Lift switch to resolve hum and other interference issues; use the side GND LIFT switch.\" src=\"\/images\/uploads\/\/SB1_1200x630_04.jpg\" title=\"The SB-1 features a Ground Lift switch to resolve hum and other interference issues; use the side GND LIFT switch.\" \/\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Using the PAD for High-Signal Instruments\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align:justify\"\u0026gt;Instruments with powerful outputs from battery-powered preamps, such as acoustic guitars and active basses, can overload the mixer's microphone preamp and cause distortion in the PA. The SB-1 has a -15dB PAD switch to use instruments with powerful outputs or active pickups without distortion. Play your guitar as usual. If you experience distortion, simply engage the PAD and increase the level on the PA or recording system to compensate.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Using the Polarity Inversion Feature\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align:justify\"\u0026gt;The 180\u0026amp;deg; phase inversion switch can be used to reduce feedback hot spots on stage. Sometimes the combination of the PA system with the room acoustics creates hot spots on stage. This phenomenon can also occur when pairing a PA with a stage amplifier. These hot spots are known as room modes and form when two similar frequencies combine in a particular location. This creates a huge boost that can cause feedback in acoustic instruments.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Live Use of StageBug SB-1\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align:justify\"\u0026gt;The most common use of the StageBug SB-1 is live. This setup shows how the SB-1 can be used on a stage where you don't have your own amplifier. The output signal from the SB-1 only feeds the PA system. Often, the signal is split to send the sound back to the stage via a wedge monitor.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align:center\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;img alt=\"The most common use of the StageBug SB-1 is live. This setup shows how the SB-1 can be used on a stage where you don't have your own amplifier. The output signal from the SB-1 only feeds the PA system. Often, the signal is split to send the sound back to the stage via a wedge monitor.\" src=\"\/img\/media\/images\/html\/Radial8_72fc.jpg\" title=\"The most common use of the StageBug SB-1 is live. This setup shows how the SB-1 can be used on a stage where you don't have your own amplifier. The output signal from the SB-1 only feeds the PA system. Often, the signal is split to send the sound back to the stage via a wedge monitor.\" \/\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Studio Use of SB-1\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align:justify\"\u0026gt;The StageBug SB-1 also works great in the studio with basses and electric guitars. It converts your guitar's Hi-Z output to a balanced Lo-Z output to feed the recording console. By applying a proper load to the pickup, you can achieve a smoother and more natural tone. This is particularly important if you plan to reamp later. To record an acoustic guitar, connect the SB-1 to your favorite tube microphone preamplifier, your analog effect, or simply use it to go directly into your digital workstation. Featuring exceptional headroom, the StageBug SB-1 sounds great and provides the essential features for excellent work.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align:center\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;img alt=\"To record an acoustic guitar, connect the SB-1 to your favorite tube microphone preamplifier, your analog effect, or simply use it to go directly into your digital workstation. Featuring exceptional headroom, the StageBug SB-1 sounds great and provides the essential features for excellent work.\" src=\"\/img\/media\/images\/html\/Radial9_8063.jpg\" title=\"To record an acoustic guitar, connect the SB-1 to your favorite tube microphone preamplifier, your analog effect, or simply use it to go directly into your digital workstation.Equipped with exceptional headroom, the StageBug SB-1 sounds great and provides the essential features to get the job done right.\" \/\u003e\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;hr \/\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;StageBug SB-1 Technical Specifications\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h2\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Audio Circuit Type: Active buffer with phase splitter\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Number of Channels: 1\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20KHz\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Dynamic Range: \u003e100dB\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Gain: +1.3dBu\/+4.4dB\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Clip Level: +3.3dBu\/+12.3dBu\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Total Harmonic Distortion: \u003c0.006%\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Intermodulation Distortion: \u003c0.01%\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Phase Deviation: 25\/12° Max.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Input Impedance: 800K\/23K\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Output Impedance: 330 Ohms\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Equivalent Input Noise: -101dBu\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Residual Noise: -97dBu\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Maximum Input Level: +2dBu\/+8dBu\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Features\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;-15dB pad, 180° polarity reverse, ground lift\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Input Connectors: Standard 1\/4\" jack\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Output Connectors: XLR\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;General Characteristics\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Construction: 16-gauge steel chassis and outer shell\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Dimensions (L x W x D): 114mm x 47mm x 34mm - 4.5\" x 1.85\" x 1.35\" ()\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Weight: 250g - 0.55 lbs\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Power Supply: 48V phantom power, 5mA\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;    \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Operating Conditions: Dry locations only between 5°C and 40°C\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;","brand":"RADIAL ENGINEERING","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58003752419673,"sku":"GRAD8001820","price":108.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1036\/3633\/6985\/files\/44-radial-engineering-sb-1-acoustic-grad8001820_0.jpg?v=1778132049","url":"https:\/\/yourmusiconline.it\/en\/products\/sb-1-acoustic-grad8001820","provider":"yourmusiconline.it","version":"1.0","type":"link"}