Product Description

The DI-1 is an active direct box that ensures frequency response. It operates on a 9V battery or phantom power from a mixer. It features phase reversal and ground lifting switches, plus 3 input level switches, and a sturdy, compact design.

Custom Guitar's Friend Gold Coverage

Gold Coverage goes above and beyond the manufacturer's warranty to protect your gear from unexpected breakdowns, accidental damage from handling and failures. This plan covers your product for one, two, three or up to five years from your date of purchase, costs just pennies per day and gives you a complete "no-worry" solution for protecting your investment.

Gold Coverage Includes:

Unexpected and unintentional spills, drops and cracks Normal wear and tear Power surges Dust, internal heat and humidity

Other plan features include:

For products over $200, No Lemon Policy applies. If it fails for the same defect 3 times, it is replaced on the 4th breakdown. (Does not apply to failures due to drops, spills, and cracks) For products under $200 experiencing the above failures, a Custom Guitar's Friend gift card will be issued for the full price of the product + tax. Shipping fees covered if required for repair or replacement Plans are transferable in the event merchandise is sold Plans are renewable on new gear

*Limitations and exclusions apply. See terms and conditions for program details

Term for New Gear begins on date of purchase but does not replace the store return policy or manufacturer coverage.

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As a live sound engineer, I have to deal with several musical instruments and their attendant equipment. DI (direct injection) boxes are like swiss army knives - they solve so many problems. The Boss DI-1 uses active circuitry for superior sound at the price of a premium passive box. In addition, the engineers listened to users during the design phase. Useful graphics explain how to use the box. Also, the switches have the right shape and resistance to movement that prevent accidental changes during perfomance. I tape over mine and they stay in place (rocker switches found on competing products can change state even under tape!).
Boss DI-1 Direct Box
.I have used dozens of di boxes in my 20 years and I would put this one in my top 2 favorites. Build quality, sound and lack of issues put it straight to the top. You can spend another $500 and not get any superior sound. Stick with this unit. It is rock solid. I have over 5000 hours with this box and it still has no issues.
Boss DI-1 Direct Box
.I bought one of these in the 80's for recording bass. Built like a brick. Keeps working while all the other DI boxes have died.
Boss DI-1 Direct Box
.I've been doing sound and performing since high school. I bought one of these boxes years ago when I needed a DI fast and the store only had this product left. The salesman said it was a great DI, but so expensive that no one would buy it. I bought it, used it, loved it. It's the DI I use for my own recording.
Boss DI-1 Direct Box
.My bass amp had problem during the actual gig, and I had no choice but to rely on my sound-tech who happened to have this direct box. Basically, I hooked up my bass guitar through BOSS E7 Equalizer pedal, and then hooked it through PA & Mixer. I was able to complete the remaining show without any further delay. Thanks again to BOSS! Unexpected situation occurs often and this is my learning lesson, especially with bass amp damage. I find it useful because it's very compact with 9V battery.
Boss DI-1 Direct Box
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