The Radial Stage Bug SB-5 is a compact stereo direct box designed to accommodate laptop computers, tablets and other consumer audio products when amplifying the signal through a PA system.
The passive design begins with an integrated input cable that connects from the headphone out via a flexible 1.5m (5') cable that is terminated with a standard 3.5mm (1/8") stereo connector. The cable is secured via a clamping strain relief and is wrapped using the sidewinder cleat for easy storage. This of course eliminates having to locate a cable making it easier to deploy in fast paced work environments. Inside, the signal is sent to a pair of wound transformers where the impedance is lowered and the signal is balanced for long cable runs - upwards to 100 meters (300'). Transformers further benefit by isolating the computer from the PA system to help eliminate hum and buzz caused by ground loops. This is augmented with a ground lift switch to further reduce ground contamination.
A choice of output connectors is cluding a stereo set of +" TRS jacks for full stereo operation or an XLR out that automatically sums the left-right program material to mono. This can save valuable channels on the PA system and makes setup easier in situations where full stereo reproduction is not required. A -15dB input pad may be engaged to reduce sensitivity and enable extra high output sources to be connected without distortion.
These features combine to make the SB-5 the perfect tool-kit DI for the AV technician, media manager or traveling musician equipped with a computer.
Features - Compact Stereo DI for Computers with Attached Cable Stereo Or Mono Out
- Stereo direct box for laptop computer
- Integral 1.5m cable with sidewinder cleat
- Transformer isolation eliminates noise
- Plug & play easy to use no power required
Specifications - Audio Circuit Type: Passive, transformer based
- Number of Channels: Two channels, mono or stereo outputs
- Frequency Response: 20Hz ~ 20KHz
- Dynamic Range: 100 dB
- Maximum Input: +20 dB
- Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.01% @ 1kHz
- Phase Deviation: 2° @ 100Hz; 5° @ 50Hz
- Input Impedance: 40k ohm, unbalanced
- Output Impedance: 2.8k ohm, balanced
- SKU: TCNCD300788