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Switchcraft 318 Mini AudioStix 1-channel Passive Laptop Direct Box

1/8" TRS-M to XLR-M Audio Connector With Volume Control, Ground Lift, and Transformer Isolation
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Connect Your Laptop or MP3 to the PA

The Switchcraft #318 Mini AudioStix lets you connect the audio output of your laptop or MP3 player to a PA system. The 318 has an 1/8" stereo mini on one side and a mono XLR on the other, so you'll always have the right connections when it's time to give your presentation. You won't have to worry about hum and buzz caused by ground loops and RF interference, either, as the 318 has transformer isolation. You also get a handy volume control and a ground lift for killing the noise you sometimes encounter with consumer devices. Your presentations will ring out with crystal clear sound - making you look like the consummate professional you are!

Switchcraft #318 Mini AudioStix Features at a Glance:
  • 3.5mm (1/8" Mini) Stereo Input
  • Balanced, Mono, Mic-Level XLR Output
  • Volume Control
  • Ground Lift Switch
  • All Metal Housing
  • Transformer Isolation
  • Output Level: -23dB (Mic Level)
  • Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz (+/-3dB)
  • Made in Chicago, USA
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Tech Specs

  • Type: 1-channel Passive Laptop Direct Box
  • Channels: 1
  • Ground Lift: Yes
  • Inputs: 1 x 1/8"
  • Outputs: 1 x XLR
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 318

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Rated 5/5

It works

I use it for a couple of options. One as intended to connect laptop to mixer. But manly I got it to use as an interface from my little guitar amp to a mixer.
Rated 5/5

Passive Direct Box

Excellent product!
Music background: Magician / Entertainer
Rated 5/5

Ben is the Bomb!!

Works great! Got here in the blink of an eye
Music background: Drummer for 42 years, Sound tech for 10. Guitar owner.
Rated 5/5

Simple, Easy, and Functional

Needed to link a church computer output directly to sound system Easy as one, two, three. Perfect impedance match, no loss, and truly plug-and-play.
Music background: Sound Engineer
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Switchcraft SOLUTION

I borrowed one of these while at a convention on the east coast recently for a presentation. Very convenient, very reliable and controls are solid. Worth every penny and ensures a flawless performance when utilized as it was designed for.

Sweetwater delivered solid on this order and we'll be back for more.
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