Switchcraft SC800A 1-channel Active Instrument Direct Box

Name: Switchcraft SC800A 1-channel Active Instrument Direct Box
Brand: Switchcraft

Phantom Powered Active DI Box With with -20dB Pad and Ground lift

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Item ID: SC800A

Switchcraft SC800A 1-channel Active Instrument Direct Box

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While this isn't an item we normally stock, we can still get it to you as fast as possible due to our great relationship with Switchcraft. Go ahead and place your order and we'll follow up shortly to let you know when to expect it. Estimated May 2026.

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Reliable DI from Switchcraft

At Sweetwater, we know that a great direct box is an essential component to a complete instrument or production rig. That's why we're so excited about the Switchcraft SC800A phantom powered direct box. Switchcraft is known industry-wide for their quality and construction and have a reputation for producing items that engineers and musicians alike have come to swear by. Plug in your unbalanced instrument outputs and convert the signal into a balanced, mic-level signal primed for your mixer or preamp - all using phantom power! Swithcraft's SC800A is great piece of gear you can rely on!

Switchcraft SC800A Phantom Powered Direct Box Features:

1/4" mono input and throughput coverts to balanced output via XLR
20dB input pad for hotter signals
Ground lift makes noise a non-issue
Phantom powered means no worries about dead batteries
Rubber strips keeps the DI from slipping and sliding

If your rig is missing a great DI, get a Switchcraft SC800A - choice of the pros!

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Tech Specs

Type: Active DI
Channels: 1
Pads: -20dB
Ground Lift: Yes
Inputs: 1 x 1/4"
Outputs: 1 x XLR, 1 x 1/4" (Thru)
Power Source: 48V Phantom Power
Height: 2.1"
Depth: 4.16"
Width: 3.35"
Manufacturer Part Number: SC800A

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