Direct Injection Done Right — Eight Times Over
A rock-solid direct box that stays out of your way, the Franklin Audio DI-80 offers straightforward performance with zero hum or tonal coloration. Brandishing eight identical channels, this bulletproof passive DI houses custom-wound transformers, fusing full-band frequency response with flawless isolation. For instrumentalists, its high input impedance feels natural to play through, and its industrial enclosure fits seamlessly in your rack. Whether you plug in a borrowed synth, a spare bass, a rented vintage drum machine, or a rarely used effect processor, the DI-80 puts ample channels of pristine, high-headroom passive DI conveniently at your fingertips. Moreover, since it’s passive, it requires no power. The DI-80 lets you keep your oft-used gear patched neatly into its back panel, and it offers label-friendly space above each channel for scribble strips. Practical per-channel Ground, Polarity, and Pad switches are also onboard. The DI-80 represents direct injection at its finest; it’s simple, reliable, and engineered for a lifetime of faithful service.
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Franklin Audio: gear for the new generation of music makers
Founded in 2019 by studio engineer Nick Franklin and designer-musician Pat Harris, Franklin Audio blurs the line between builder and artist, creating tools for an emerging wave of musicians. Franklin crafts practical gear that empowers music makers to explore the technical side of their craft, while also making professional setups more intuitive and inspiring. The company's products transcend the merely functional, reflecting obvious care, artistry, and a genuine passion for the art. Sweetwater is proud to carry a brand whose products are meticulously handbuilt with a decidedly minimalist philosophy and designed for easy repair with readily available parts. As a small, independent, and sustainability-minded company, Franklin reinvests all profits into product development and its people, committed to staying true to its roots while growing a diverse, creative community for the long haul.
Franklin Audio DI-80 Features:
- 8-ch. DI with a minimalistic design
- Offers straightforward performance without hum or tonal coloration
- Custom-wound transformers fuse full-band frequency response with flawless isolation
- High input impedance feels natural to play through for instrumentalists
- Industrial enclosure fits seamlessly in a standard studio rack
- Passive design doesn’t require power
- Back panel accommodates oft-used gear for a neat, tidy look
- Label-friendly space above each channel for scribble strips
- Practical per-channel Ground, Polarity, and Pad switches
