Palmer PAN02 PRO Active DI Box

Description

The Palmer PAN 02 PRO is a professional active DI box designed for reliable signal conversion in both live sound and studio environments. Featuring a high-quality transformer-balanced output housed within a robust Mumetall enclosure, it delivers clean, noise-free audio with excellent signal integrity. With flexible attenuation settings, switchable gain boost, and both jack and XLR inputs, the PAN 02 PRO is suitable for instruments, playback devices, keyboards, and other line-level audio sources.

Built for demanding professional use, the unit supports both 9V battery and 48V phantom power operation, with LED indication for power source status. The integrated soft ground lift function helps eliminate unwanted hum and ground loop noise while maintaining stable grounding performance. Its rugged powder-coated steel housing ensures long-term durability for touring, installation, and stage applications.

Features

Professional active DI box for live and studio use
High-quality transformer-balanced output for clean signal transmission
Unbalanced XLR and 6.3 mm jack inputs for flexible connectivity
4-stage input attenuation with 0 dB, -10 dB, -20 dB, and -30 dB settings
Switchable 12 dB gain boost for low-level signal sources
Maximum output level of +20 dBu
Soft ground lift switch with selectable grounding behaviour
Wide frequency response for accurate audio reproduction
Operates using 9V battery or 48V phantom power
Dual-colour LED power source indication
Robust powder-coated steel housing for professional durability
Compact design suitable for stage and rack setups

Specifications

Type: Active DI box
Channels: 1
Inputs: 2
Input connectors: XLR, 6.3 mm jack
Max. input level: +45 dBu
Input impedance: -10 dB & -20 dB: 70 kΩ, 0 dB & +12 dB: 1 MΩ, -30 dB: 40 kΩ
Input pad: 0 dB, -10 dB, -20 dB, -30 dB
Number of outputs: 1
THRU outputs per channel: 1
Output connectors: XLR, 6.3 mm jack
Max. output level: +20 dBu
Output impedance: 600 Ω
Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
Transformer balanced: Yes
Transformer ratio: 3.16:1, 10:1, 31.6:1, 1:4
Controls: Attenuator, battery/+48 V power, ground lift, boost
Power supply: 9 V battery or +48 V phantom power
Cabinet material: Sheet steel
Cabinet finish: Powder-coated
Width: 116 mm
Depth: 140 mm
Height: 43.5 mm